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Rajon Belt-Stubblefield's family sues Aurora and police officer who shot him
The family of a 37-year-old Black man, Rajon Belt-Stubblefield, killed by an Aurora police officer last year, is suing the city and that officer.
Judge orders Barry Morphew confined to home after CBS Colorado report
The judge overseeing Barry Morphew's murder case has ordered him confined to his home at all times after viewing CBS Colorado's report about a hit-and-run and road rage incident in Denver.
CBI deactivates Endangered Missing Alert after girl found
An Endangered Missing Alert has been deactivated after a 4-year-old girl, picked up from school by her non-custodial father, was found.
New Colorado law allows tougher charges in some fatal crashes
Effective Sept. 1, crimes for some fatal crashes could be charged as criminally negligent homicide, a Class 5 felony carrying up to three years in prison.
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Monsoon moisture will start to trickle back in for the Labor Day Weekend
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Artist carves 200-year-old stump into cowboy sculpture
A Colorado artist is transforming a dead tree into a work of art honoring Western heritage.
Learn about the celebrations happening across Colorado for America 250 and Colorado 150
Co-chair of the America 250 - Colorado 150 Commission, Nathan Richie, shared the events happening across the state for Colorado Day and for America's 250th birthday.
Historic Bent's Old Fort faces preservation challenges
Bent's Old Fort thrived for 16 years as a hub where fur traders, Native Americans and Mexican merchants converged to do business. The Bents understood the arithmetic of the frontier.
Community rallies to save Hartman Castle in the Gunnison Valley
The story of Hartman Castle stretches back to the very founding of Gunnison itself.
Bringing back Grand Junction Union Station, an historic marvel
Another major train station rebuilding in Colorado is underway. After a more than 10-year journey for the owners, progress is beginning to show at the Grand Junction Union Station.
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Community activists claim adults partly to blame for "teen takeover" in Aurora
Community activists claim that adults are partly to blame for the "teen takeover" in Aurora.
Lone Tree police make arrest in REDDI report
Police in Lone Tree arrested a driver after a REDDI report; "Report Every Drunk Driver Immediately."
Summer heat holding on strong for Denver and eastern Colorado
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Girls Inc. of Metro Denver celebrates opening of new campus
Girls Inc. of Metro Denver celebrated the opening of a new location at the Clayton Early Learning Center campus.
Questions surround who is really performing at Yukon Jack concert at the Grizzly Rose
Questions surround who is really performing at Thursday night's Yukon Jack concert at the Grizzly Rose.
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IRS audit revenue plunged following workforce reductions, watchdog finds
IRS audits collected $3.5 billion less in fiscal 2025 as the agency shed thousands of auditors and other agency staffers.
Rep. Pettersen wants to update Radiation Exposure Compensation Act
If passed, the legislation would expand eligibility for residents in 57 Colorado zip codes to get compensation based on a list of eligible diseases and cancers, and would include coverage for workers and residents known as "downwinders."
Whistleblower warns Postal Service's mail ballot portal is "rushed," "untested"
The whistleblower, described by lawyers as a federal official, disclosed information about the Postal Service's new mail-voting procedures to Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut.
U.S.-Venezuela oil deal will rely on North American Blue Energy Partners
The Trump administration's plan to take a stake in tens of billions of barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves will hinge on a private company called North American Blue Energy Partners, the White House announced Monday.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigning after friction with Hegseth
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is resigning, the White House confirmed.
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School vaccination rates decline again as exemptions reach new high
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have declined again, with exemptions reaching a record high for the 2025-2026 school year
RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Doctors to continue recommending longstanding childhood vaccine schedule
Colorado doctors will still be recommending the long-standing American Academy of Pediatrics immunization schedule.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country in 2026. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
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Released inmate re-arrested after state says release date was miscalculated
For Billy Hailey, his release was a day he had been waiting for and working toward for 20 years. Now, he is unexpectedly back in custody after the state says it miscalculated the date.
Second NICU family says "birthday rule" confusion led to denied medical claims
A second family in Colorado says a little-known insurance rule has left them fighting two companies to get medical bills paid.
Safety advocates call for transparency in investigation into deaths of three wildland firefighters
Memorials are being held in the hometowns of three wildland firefighters who died while battling a fire on the Colorado-Utah border. Meanwhile, the circumstances surrounding their deaths are still under investigation.
Coloradans lured by promise of free e-bike left with questions
Concerns are emerging about a company formerly known as COE Bikes, which continues advertising free e-bikes and is now drawing scrutiny from state agencies.
New Denver rules offering neighbors hope for long-standing "Poop House"
The City of Denver is giving itself stronger enforcement tools to hold owners of neglected and derelict properties accountable, including significantly larger fines for those who fail to comply with city orders.
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Garth Brooks plays surprise show in Denver, to the surprise of no one
After days of speculation in the country music scene in Denver, the truth is out. Yukon Jack, the performer allegedly slated for a show at the Grizzly Rose Thursday, is actually country megastar Garth Brooks.
Colorado voters face lengthy November ballot with 14 statewide measures
Colorado voters will decide on 14 statewide ballot measures this November, covering issues ranging from taxes and crime to election rules and civil rights.
Aurora teen takeover leads to damages at local businesses
Community leaders in Aurora are reflecting on what went right and what went wrong during recent youth basketball tournaments.
Join CBS Colorado as we Build for the Future with Habitat for Humanity
The build at Griffith Station Homes in Arvada is the next stop in CBS Colorado's yearlong "Colorado 150" series.
Drought could make fall colors arrive early and fade fast
After a hot and dry summer, drought stress could change not only when Colorado's leaves turn, but also how vibrant the display will be and how long it lasts.
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Garth Brooks plays surprise show in Denver after fans lined up in heat; some needed medical help
After days of speculation in the country music scene in Denver, the truth is out. Yukon Jack, the performer allegedly slated for a show at the Grizzly Rose Thursday, is actually country megastar Garth Brooks.
Watch Coach Deion Sanders talk about Colorado Buffaloes Week 1 win over Georgia Tech
See highlights from big 14-13 win on the road to start the season for the Buffs football team, and watch some of Coach Prime's postgame comments.
Prosecutors seek tougher bond restrictions for Barry Morphew after alleged Denver hit-and-run
Prosecutors are asking a judge to further tighten Barry Morphew's bond conditions following an alleged hit-and-run in Denver that was first reported by CBS Colorado.
Colorado voters face lengthy November ballot with 14 statewide measures
Colorado voters will decide on 14 statewide ballot measures this November, covering issues ranging from taxes and crime to election rules and civil rights.
Drought could make fall colors arrive early and fade fast in Colorado's mountains
After a hot and dry summer, drought stress could change not only when Colorado's leaves turn, but also how vibrant the display will be and how long it lasts.
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Deion Sanders welcomes Buffs Week 1 challenge
The Colorado Buffaloes football season kicks off on Thursday night, and Coach Deion Sanders is hoping for a better record this year.
Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge in Florida DUI case
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Denver Broncos Foundation helps launch student attendance program
The Denver Broncos Foundation has helped launch a new effort to ensure that students attend school.
Los Angeles Angels to be sold to Rams owner Stan Kroenke
The sale ends the turbulent 23-year ownership for business mogul Arte Moreno.
Deion Sanders says subpoena in son Shilo's bankruptcy case not distraction
The legal wrangling comes with the clock ticking toward Colorado's season opener at Georgia Tech on Sept. 3.
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American automakers urge Congress to ban Chinese vehicle sales in U.S.
Chinese cars can collect and send consumer and vehicle data to Beijing, U.S. automaker group warns in calling for a ban on sales.
Gas prices surge just before Labor Day, as diesel nears record high
"Diesel is just a couple of ticks away from hitting a new record," one energy expert said. "That will happen."
Hillary Clinton on Gloria Steinem: "One of the architects" of women's equality
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton remembered activist Gloria Steinem as "one of the architects of the entire structure of women's equality," while encouraging young women to lift up each other.
U.S. sinks second "floating refueling station" used by alleged drug traffickers
The U.S. military intercepted and sank a vessel that was allegedly being used to support at-sea drug trafficking by the Ecuadorian criminal organization Los Choneros, officials said.
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Military personnel told last month to stop calling Iran conflict "Operation Epic Fury"
The Pentagon says "Operation Epic Fury" ended on May 5, after an Air Force email last month told service members to stop using the name for ongoing Iran operations.
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Colorado voters face lengthy November ballot with 14 statewide measures
Colorado voters will decide on 14 statewide ballot measures this November, covering issues ranging from taxes and crime to election rules and civil rights.
Work on Trump-backed Triumphal Arch will start in coming weeks
The federal government plans to start excavation over the next two weeks on a massive triumphal arch near Washington, D.C., Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said, a controversial project championed by President Trump.
Leon Black defies House subpoena, sues committee over Epstein probe
Leon Black, a former close associate of Jeffrey Epstein, was subpoenaed in June after he abruptly left a voluntary appearance before the House Oversight Committee.
Hillary Clinton on Gloria Steinem: "One of the architects" of women's equality
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton remembered activist Gloria Steinem as "one of the architects of the entire structure of women's equality," while encouraging young women to lift up each other.
U.S. sinks second "floating refueling station" used by alleged drug traffickers
The U.S. military intercepted and sank a vessel that was allegedly being used to support at-sea drug trafficking by the Ecuadorian criminal organization Los Choneros, officials said.
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Arapahoe County helping to fund and expand bilingual doula workforce
Arapahoe County Public Health has invested money to support moms and families through a bilingual doula program. Doulas are trained to give support before, during and after birth.
81% of Coloradans live in ozone polluted areas, advocates asking for change
Clean air advocates are asking local and state leaders in Colorado to act on the unhealthy ozone levels and their impacts.
Rep. Pettersen wants to update Radiation Exposure Compensation Act
If passed, the legislation would expand eligibility for residents in 57 Colorado zip codes to get compensation based on a list of eligible diseases and cancers, and would include coverage for workers and residents known as "downwinders."
Health officials confirm first West Nile Virus case in Weld County
On Monday, health officials confirmed the first case of West Nile Virus found in Weld County this year.
Trump inks deal with 9 pharmaceutical companies to lower drug costs
The White House said the agreements will reduce costs to treat Parkinson's disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, liver disease and other illnesses.
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Denver businesses now legally have to compost and recycle
Starting this week, the city of Denver is enacting its Universal Recycling and Composting Ordinance.
American automakers urge Congress to ban Chinese vehicle sales in U.S.
Chinese cars can collect and send consumer and vehicle data to Beijing, U.S. automaker group warns in calling for a ban on sales.
Gas prices surge just before Labor Day, as diesel nears record high
"Diesel is just a couple of ticks away from hitting a new record," one energy expert said. "That will happen."
Meta says AI glasses fix stops users from secretly recording others
Meta upgrades its AI glasses' privacy features to block device users from filming people without their consent.
"We are the best," Chinese EV maker says ahead of push into North America
A trade deal with Canada is about to give Chinese EV makers already grabbing major market share elsewhere a foothold just over the Detroit River.
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Denver mayor on knife incident: "Over in a matter of seconds," office says
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston's security detail drew his gun on a man at Union Station last week, the mayor's office said Monday.
Denver city attorney faces second ethics complaint, this time over airport legal work
Denver City Attorney Faces Second Ethics Complaint, This One Over DIA Legal Work
Ethics complaint filed against Denver city attorney over hiring of former law firm
An anonymous Denver city employee has filed an ethics complaint against City Attorney Miko Brown, alleging she may have violated the Denver Code of Ethics in connection with the city's hiring of the law firm where Brown previously worked.
Paying $800 an hour for four lawyers sends Denver legal bills soaring
The city of Denver is paying four lawyers at an outside law firm as much as $800 an hour to defend the city in two employee lawsuits, despite being in a $200 million deficit.
Company watching closely as Congress considers delay to federal hemp ban
Colorado's hemp-derived THC industry could see major changes later this year, though a federal crackdown scheduled for November may be temporarily postponed.