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A lot of people think the week between Christmas and New Year's Eve is kind of a lost time where nothing is going on, but that couldn't be further from the truth. It's actually Kwanzaa and a great opportunity to learn about the other people we share the world with.
Westminster Fire Department says a beagle was rescued by crews after getting stuck inside a drainage pipe Wednesday morning.
Colorado State Patrol sends another urgent reminder to the public of the state's "Move Over Law" after a driver collides with a patrol vehicle after driving in inclement weather at high speeds.
A lane closure on Interstate 76 in southern Brighton was put into place on Wednesday due to road damage.
AAA is telling drivers to expect heavy traffic on the roads as people head out of town for New Year's. AAA expects millions of people to be on the roads this holiday season.
A driver who struck and injured a bicycle rider with their car earlier this month and drove off afterwards still hasn't been located.
Alendra 'Len' Harris says she feels validated by the ruling, which she says backs up similar allegations from other Starbucks workers who have unionized to get better pay and working conditions. Starbucks said it intends to appeal.
Residents at a Denver apartment complex say their home is overrun with people experiencing homelessness. People living at the Renaissance Uptown Apartments describe their hallways as a shelter.
While cars are often recovered and returned to victims here, the chances that someone will be held accountable are low.
A person in western Colorado won $2 million playing Powerball this week.
There is still a Winter Weather Advisory in place over the extreme eastern areas of the the state for Yuma and Kit Carson Counties through 5pm Wednesday. With about another inch of snow along with up to 45 mph wind gusts.
For those who used a once-live Christmas tree for their annual decoration, the city of Fort Collins is encouraging them to consider recycling it instead of leaving it on the curb for trash pickup.
Rosario's Peruvian Restaurant in Longmont has become a staple in the Denver metro area over the last 10 years, thanks to the determination and passion for cooking by the restaurant's owner.
A grassroots effort from Denver-area neighbors is helping get migrants on their feet while helping with employment barriers. Over 60 people attended a pop-up Tuesday event at Stanley Marketplace featuring migrant vendors.
The music provided by the group Musicians United for Change is made up of high school musicians from across the state of Colorado.
A snowmobiler had to be rescued in Grand County on Wednesday after they became trapped in deep snow during blizzard conditions.
CPW says they've decontaminated more than 30,000 boats that could have threatened Colorado's waters.
Denver is welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse with a Lunar New Year festival this weekend.
Kennedy High School's Brooklyn Garcia transferred last year and was the only girl on the wrestling team, but since then, she's recruited new members to the squad.
Denver's Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has converted a stretch of E. 13th Avenue and E. 14th Avenue in the East Colfax neighborhood from one way traffic to two way traffic. It's all in an effort to slow drivers down and improve safety, but some residents in the area say the sudden change has been confusing to drivers.
State lawmakers have reached a deal that funds repairs and improvements to roads across Colorado and will take the Restore Our Roads measure off the November ballot.
Right now, people getting off at the I-25 and Broadway Station have to walk more than a mile to reach the future stadium site, but a pedestrian bridge would change all that.
Police in Aurora are asking for help in tracking down suspects wanted in a shoplifting ring believed to be responsible for the theft of more than $60,000 in merchandise.
Care more, water less - that's what Denver Water says it's asking of its customers. Now, some residents believe these restrictions could have unintended consequences.
Domestic violence victims in Jefferson County are losing up to thousands of dollars to scammers who contact them within hours of alleged abuser arrests.
Denver police search for five aggravated assault suspects in downtown Denver stemming from an incident on July 27.
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El Paso County Commissioners will decide the fate of the proposed Buc-ee's in Palmer Lake after an appeal to rezoning rejection.
Police in Aurora are asking for help in tracking down suspects wanted in a shoplifting ring believed to be responsible for the theft of more than $60,000 in merchandise.
A bear cub was relocated after climbing a tree in Superior.
One study shows soccer and basketball are projected to generate the highest amount of global revenue for women's sports, and Denver is seeing some of those effects firsthand, with the new NWSL team, Denver Summit FC.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
The WNBA has been the subject of recent debates on whether transgender women should be allowed to participate in the league.
The Larry Walker Statue was unveiled prior to the Colorado Rockies game in Denver on Sunday.
Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed doubles pair in her return to the U.S. Open.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
President Trump hasn't settled on a replacement for White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, whose last day is Friday, according to administration officials close to the situation.
State lawmakers have reached a deal that funds repairs and improvements to roads across Colorado and will take the Restore Our Roads measure off the November ballot.
Wildfires have burned more than 7 million acres in 2026, a new record, and there are still a lot of hot, dry days left this year.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
Flags are flying at half-staff at the Colorado State Capitol in honor of country music legend Dolly Parton.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
Olympian Jenny Simpson said she won't be able to run again after being diagnosed with a rare heart condition earlier this year.
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
The Personal Consumption Expenditures index was unchanged from June, highlighting stubborn inflationary pressures.
Banning people from using food stamps to buy sugary drinks helps lower consumption, proponents say. Are such restrictions a good idea?
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
The ad for a new driver had sparked an online backlash, with viewers criticizing the spot for trivializing violence against women.
Denver City Attorney Faces Second Ethics Complaint, This One Over DIA Legal Work
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.
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.
Colorado's hemp-derived THC industry could see major changes later this year, though a federal crackdown scheduled for November may be temporarily postponed.
Attorneys for the State of Colorado say a newly uncovered White House email provides crucial evidence in their lawsuit alleging the Trump administration retaliated against the state over election policies and the prosecution of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
