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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday laid out the next steps it will take to clean up wastewater flowing from dozens of old mines in southwestern Colorado, including dredging contaminated sediment from streambeds and digging ditches to divert water away from tainted rocks and soil.
A proposal in Congress to ease the U.S. ban on marijuana could encourage more banks to do business with cannabis companies, but it appears to fall short of a cure-all for an industry that must operate mainly as a cash business in a credit card world.
One person has been arrested in connection to a shooting in Westminster on Thursday afternoon that left one child dead and a woman and child with critical injuries. The man injured in the shooting is expected to survive.
All evacuation orders were lifted Thursday afternoon in Silverthorne as firefighters continue to secure the fire lines on the fire burning on Buffalo Mountain. Some of those allowed to return home will remain under pre-evacuation status.
Thursday was our 14th day so far this year with temperatures in 90s and our 17th straight day with above normal temperatures.
A fuel spill following a crash involving five vehicles closed the northbound lanes of Interstate 25 in Denver for several hours. All lanes reopened at 2:30 p.m.
Wildlife officials used photos from the poacher's own game camera to prove the crime.
A candidate running for Congress in Colorado sprayed himself in the face with pepper spray in a campaign ad promoting "non-lethal self-defense tools" for teachers.
Officials at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo say they are "cautiously optimistic" about the giraffe calf that has required medical care since Wednesday morning.
People planning a visit to Water World in Federal Heights were disappointed when they showed up on Thursday. The water amusement park was closed after a possible water contamination in the park.
The giraffe calf born last week at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo needs a name and the zoo is giving the public the chance to vote for their favorite choice.
Police in Adams County say "all suspects are accounted for" after a shooting near 69th Avenue and Pecos Street.
The mental health community is seeking support for a ballot issue to bring more mental health and substance abuse services to Denver.
Help to battle fire danger and ongoing drought may come from former hurricane Bud.
More people living near the 416 Fire burning north of Durango who were evacuated are being allowed to return home on Thursday.
Denver police release body cam video of deadly shooting on Nov. 20 in Commons Park.
Wheat Ridge police investigated a homicide on Wednesday after shots were heard in the area of 38th Avenue and Teller Street.
A Cortez police officer died after exchanging gunfire with suspects on Wednesday.
Bret Saunders with 97.3 KBCO sat down with CBS News Colorado to chat about the KBCO Studio C 35th Anniversary album.
Trailhead in Horsetooth Mountain Open Space is to be closed for a few weeks to work on a few upgrades.
Denver Health is expanding a program that puts whole blood directly into the hands of first responders, allowing patients with life-threatening injuries to begin receiving blood transfusions before they ever arrive at a hospital.
The Town of Castle Rock has implemented Stage 2 drought restrictions in response to sustained high water demand and low water supply.
Mile High Youth Corps workers teamed up with Genesee Foundation workers to thin forest areas in need of mitigation.
A Denver bar must "cease operations and close immediately," the city says, after one person was killed in a shooting there early Monday morning.
Fans of Monty Python will soon have a chance to experience the iconic comedy live as the national tour of Monty Python's "Spamalot" comes to the Buell Theatre Aug. 11-23.
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Denver police ask for help identifying 7 suspects wanted in connection to an aggravated robbery in the area of 18th and Market on June 12.
Boulder proposes ballot measure to address rising child care expenses that would cost $110 - $120 per household per year.
Aer Lingus will discontinue flights between Denver and Dublin after Sept. 28.
Police in Wheat Ridge investigated an early morning crash at 30th and Sheridan.
Colorado general manager Josh Byrnes helped orchestrate a trade with his former team Monday as the Rockies sent right-hander Seth Halvorsen to the Los Angeles Dodgers for two minor league players.
When Brady Russell helped douse his coach Mike McDonald with Gatorade after winning the Super Bowl, he wasn't only celebrating a championship but a long, hard journey to football's mountain top.
As Spain's World Cup champs took to the stage with their trophy, President Trump joined them in their moment of glory.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
It was the highest-scoring World Cup game since Hungary beat El Salvador 10-1 in 1982.
The GOP chair of the House Judiciary Committee encouraged the DOJ to look into criminally charging Jack Smith, alleging the former special counsel who brought charges against President Trump lied to Congress.
A serial killer convicted or linked to the sexual assault murders of three women in three states was charged in a 1992 cold case murder and rape in San Francisco, the District Attorney's Office said on Wednesday.
Secret Service officials warned nationwide threats have reached an unprecedented level since January, nearly 40% higher than during the same period last year.
The Advisory Council for Historic Preservation, whose members were mostly handpicked by President Trump, is poised to end mandatory state review and public comment on projects affecting historical properties.
House Republicans adopted a budget resolution that kickstarts the party-line reconciliation process. It now heads to the Senate, where it'll face an uphill battle.
The GOP chair of the House Judiciary Committee encouraged the DOJ to look into criminally charging Jack Smith, alleging the former special counsel who brought charges against President Trump lied to Congress.
Secret Service officials warned nationwide threats have reached an unprecedented level since January, nearly 40% higher than during the same period last year.
The Advisory Council for Historic Preservation, whose members were mostly handpicked by President Trump, is poised to end mandatory state review and public comment on projects affecting historical properties.
House Republicans adopted a budget resolution that kickstarts the party-line reconciliation process. It now heads to the Senate, where it'll face an uphill battle.
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
Denver Health is expanding a program that puts whole blood directly into the hands of first responders, allowing patients with life-threatening injuries to begin receiving blood transfusions before they ever arrive at a hospital.
As Colorado experiences more extreme weather, from prolonged droughts and wildfires to heavy rainfall and flooding, researchers are taking a closer look at a consequence of climate change: the potential impact on human health.
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
A generic version of the allergy medication Zyrtec is under recall across the U.S. over cross-contamination concerns.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in American women — and a growing share of new cases are in women who've never smoked.
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
Despite U.S. assertions, the CEO of a maritime risk firm says "there is no guarantee of safe passage" through the Strait of Hormuz.
With 90 acres of farmland, Kiowa Valley Organics has become a staple in the Denver metro for its yearly harvest of produce. But due to a recent barn fire, the farm is facing a significant setback.
A generic version of the allergy medication Zyrtec is under recall across the U.S. over cross-contamination concerns.
A man who stopped to help victims of a devastating motorcycle crash instead found himself handcuffed, jailed and accused of driving under the influence -- despite repeatedly asking officers to administer a breath test that he believed would prove his innocence.
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.
A second family in Colorado says a little-known insurance rule has left them fighting two companies to get medical bills paid.
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.
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.
