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3 people escape burning home after roof struck by lightning
Three people escaped a burning home in Douglas County after lightning struck the roof and ignited a fire.
Frisco breaks ground on affordable housing complex
The Bella is a 52-unit affordable housing community designed to expand housing opportunities for people living in Summit County.
Police search for home invasion suspects who zip tied victims at gunpoint
Police in Lochbuie are searching for two suspects wanted in connection with a home invasion that left eight victims zip-tied at gunpoint.
Commerce City police investigate deadly collision involving semi
Police in Commerce City investigated a deadly crash involving a semi that shut down Highway 2.
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Rain chances continue Thursday and Friday before warmer weekend in Colorado
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Selling early access to Trump Truth Social posts is illegal, ex-prosecutors say
Trump Media & Technology recently launched a Truth Social API data feed, charging $100,000 for "real-time access to posts from the highest-ranking Truth Social accounts."
Presidential TV pool suspended after Trump bans CNN
CNN was set to provide pool coverage on Monday and accompany President Trump on a trip to New York City, but there will not be a network TV pool team traveling with him.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Iran's early attacks on Bahrain caught Navy families and sailors by surprise
The scale and duration of Iran's response appeared to take the U.S. goverenment by surprise, three sources who were in Bahrain at the time told CBS News, in part because families hadn't yet been required to evacuate.
CNN, MS NOW and Politico sue to restore White House access
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
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Deion Sanders kicks several players off of his Colorado Buffaloes team
Colorado Buffaloes football coach Deion Sanders says he removed three players from the roster after what he called conduct that was detrimental to the team.
Colorado church building contaminated with meth sold for $1.3 million
A Northern Colorado church building that has served as a gathering place and resource for homeless people in Fort Collins is expected to be demolished and replaced after the Fort Collins Mennonite Fellowship sold the property for $1.3 million.
Bright Nights at Four Mile is back in Denver for its fourth year
Denver's original lantern festival features large-scale sculptures that light up the night.
Cooler with more rain going into Thursday
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State historian says land rights fight in Colorado offers a blueprint for working together
Colorado State Historian Nicki Gonzales says real change happens when people who don't always agree find a way to work together anyway.
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Boulder celebrates 40 years of farmer's markets, farmers look to future
Before the Boulder County Farmers Market became a destination for thousands of shoppers each week, it was just a handful of vendors gathering to sell locally grown products.
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.
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Littleton substance abuse treatment center to lose Medicaid access
The president of New Beginnings Recovery Center says they were informed that their contract to serve members with Medicaid is expiring in February 2027.
2 airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane in Germany
Caused by parasites spread via Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria can cause symptoms including nausea, headache and intense waves of fever and chills.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
FDA approves new pancreatic cancer drug that could extend patients' lives
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
At least 1 in 4 ex-NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE, study finds
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
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Secretary of Homeland Security visits Colorado, disputes tuberculosis concerns
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin visited Colorado's Supermax prison, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Immigration and Customs Enforcement offices in southern Colorado before holding a private meeting with U.S. Rep. Gabe Evans and Hispanic faith leaders.
Investigation shows improperly installed ski lift parts caused accident at Vail
An accident that sent two passengers tumbling from a chairlift at Vail was caused by components that were improperly installed when the lift was built nearly two decades ago, according to a state investigation.
Court photos reveal conditions inside home at center of animal cruelty case
For the first time, court photos show the inside of a Commerce City home where authorities found three children, 31 dogs, two cats and two guinea pigs living last fall.
School photos preserve cherished memories of young men killed in crash
A series of sports photos have become treasured memories for a grieving community.
Public pushback greets CDOT's Colorado Boulevard bus rapid transit proposal
Nearly three out of every four written comments submitted to the Colorado Department of Transportation during the early public review of its proposed Bus Rapid Transit project on Colorado Boulevard oppose the idea.
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Armed guards at US Postal Service facilities, part of multi-year approach to increase security
Armed and unarmed security guards are being added at some U.S. Postal Service facilities across the country, including a bulk mail sorting facility in Denver.
Colorado drought remains widespread as fall gets underway
Colorado's drought remains widespread as fall gets underway, with much of the state experiencing severe to exceptional drought conditions.
Clear Creek County reminds drivers to pull over for emergency vehicles
The Clear Creek County Sheriff's Office released video of a patrol vehicle with lights flashing trying to get through traffic on I-70, showing the challenges that first responders have experienced.
Colorado drivers to detour around second weekend closure of I-70 at Kipling
The Colorado Department of Transportation is preparing for its second weekend closure around eastbound I-70 and Kipling.
Colorado rural neighbors say trash collection changes are attracting bears
Some Colorado neighbors say their trash provider is making it difficult for them to protect their trash from bears.
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Colorado drought remains widespread as fall gets underway
Colorado's drought remains widespread as fall gets underway, with much of the state experiencing severe to exceptional drought conditions.
September is Sepsis Awareness Month
September is Sepsis Awareness Month and health professionals want people to know the warning signs that could potentially save a life.
Mountain lions captured on drone video near Nederland Middle and Senior High School
Mountain lions were captured frolicking on drone video near Nederland Middle and Senior High School.
Molson Coors hosts Clear Creek cleanup with employees joining volunteers
Molson Coors hosted a Clear Creek cleanup with employees joining volunteers to remove litter and debris from the waterway.
Commerce City passes 6-month pause on data centers
Commerce City passes a 6-month pause on data centers as the city considers adding specific regulations around data centers.
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Sanders removes 3 players from Buffs roster: "We ain't playing"
CU coach Deion Sanders says he removed three players from the Buffaloes roster after what he called conduct that was detrimental to the team.
Broncos LB Que Robinson explains why he gave a Mile High salute
Hours before Sunday's Broncos game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Denver, Broncos edge rusher Que Robinson "just woke up feeling good."
Denver Broncos fans kickoff home opener in style, celebrate a win
Long before game time, Denver Broncos fans were kicking off the home opener in style.
New Denver Broncos mascot thunders onto the field for the first time
Sunday's matchup between the Broncos and the Jaguars held a special moment for Denver: the introduction of the team's new mascot.
Colorado State apologizes to BYU for derogatory chants as Cougars beat Rams 41-23
Colorado State issued an apology to BYU on Saturday night for derogatory chants aimed at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints coming from the stands.
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Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Israel's Netanyahu set to hit back at widespread criticism in U.N. address
Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to focus on Iran, and on defending Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank amid condemnation from fellow leaders at the U.N.
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Taylor Swift to debut "Patient Zero" music video at VMAs. Watch a preview.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
Dolly Parton's estate granted restraining order against her nephew
A Tennessee judge granted Dolly Parton's estate a temporary restraining order Wednesday against the late singer's nephew Bryan Seaver and his private security company.
Disney is raising prices for Disney+ and Hulu. See the breakdown.
The price hikes for new subscribers are effective immediately. Existing subscribers' plans will go up next month.
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Trump hosting China's Xi at White House with AI and tariffs on the agenda
President Trump is hosting Chinese President Xi Jinping for meetings and a state dinner on Thursday, as the world's two most powerful countries try to extend a tariff truce and grapple with a rivalry on advanced AI.
Journalists regain access to White House after judge blocks Trump's media ban
Reporters whose White House access was revoked were allowed to enter the complex again, hours after a judge ordered the Trump administration to restore their press credentials.
Navy reports 8 suicide attempts on carrier group that faced monthslong deployment
There have been eight suicide attempts across the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group since the beginning of its grueling monthslong deployment last year, Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said.
DOJ defends Trump media ban, citing national security and "professionalism"
The Justice Department claimed that reporting from CNN, MS NOW and Politico raises national security concerns and accused their journalists of failing to act with "professionalism and decorum."
Wife of scholar detained in China wants Trump to press Xi to release him
Min Zin, a Myanmar scholar, has been held for more than 100 days at what human rights groups say is a "black site" in China.
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Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
Denver health officials confirm first case of West Nile Virus in the city this year
Denver health officials are reminding the community that mosquitoes remain active after confirming the city's first case of West Nile virus this year.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Colorado health officials warn of possible measles exposure
Officials from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued an alert about a possible measles exposure after a confirmed case with an unvaccinated out-of-state visitor earlier this week.
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Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Denver-based barbershop franchise celebrates 25 years
Denver-based Floyd's 99 Barbershop is celebrating 25 years in business after opening its first shop on Broadway.
Disney is raising prices for Disney+ and Hulu. See the breakdown.
The price hikes for new subscribers are effective immediately. Existing subscribers' plans will go up next month.
Social Security tax hike "financially impossible" for many, expert says
Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.
Mortgage rates top 7% for the first time since May 2024
As rates climb, more buyers are seeking riskier adjustable-rate mortgages, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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Denver ambulances took more than 9 minutes to arrive thousands of times
Denver Health ambulances took more than nine minutes to arrive after being assigned to an emergency call 7,865 times during the first seven months of 2026, according to an analysis of ambulance response records obtained by CBS Colorado.
Emails, texts show city attorney pushed for her former firm after insurer rejection
A series of internal emails and text messages obtained by CBS Colorado appears to show the Denver city attorney pushing to get her former law firm hired for legal work involving Denver International Airport — even after the airport's insurance company initially rejected the firm.
Investigation raises questions about downtown Denver parking lot
A Denver man is the latest consumer to raise concerns about the technology being used to pay for and enforce parking downtown.
One year after Evergreen High shooting, dogs bring calm and connection
Evergreen High has two new members of its community -- two dogs whose presence has become part of the daily rhythm of the school, offering students and staff something they desperately needed after a shooting shattered their sense of safety.
Denver Ethics Board to investigate complaints against city attorney
Denver's Board of Ethics voted unanimously to investigate two complaints against City Attorney Miko Brown.