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Iraqi refugee family mourns loss of young man killed in carjacking
An Iraqi refugee family is mourning the loss of one of their own, less than a year after resettling in the United States.
New Cherry Creek mental health facility preparing for students
First-in-the-nation day treatment program built and operated by a school district.
Scholarship helps community college students reach goals with Bridge to Bachelor's
A new scholarship for community college students will help hundreds further their education. Several students in the state's Bridge to Bachelor's program will soon learn if they'll have more financial support to attend a four-year university.
Touching tribute: 2 parents on mission to keep teens safe on the road host festival
In a touching tribute to their late daughter, Dave Leikam and his wife, Natalie Leikam, hosted Makenzie's Dream Festival at a park in Centennial.
Deputy hailed as hero after saving baby's life
It's a parent's nightmare – desperately calling for help because a baby isn't breathing. That's what happened over the weekend in Arapahoe County.
Littleton Public Schools uses therapy dogs to improve relationship with SROs
Littleton Public Schools is trying something different this school year to help with students' mental health.
Cherry Creek superintendent highlights mental health supports for students
The Cherry Creek Schools superintendent saluted food workers and highlighted mental health supports for students on the first day of the new school year.
Cherry Creek Schools equip classrooms with emergency response tech
The school district has spent months refining the silent crisis communication system.
Overland High School football head coach seeks playoff bid as season nears
The first game of the 2023 Colorado High School Football season gets underway on Aug. 24 with the first official practice beginning on Aug. 7.
Adams, Arapahoe County work crews prepare for more flooding, damage
With more rain expected this week, public works crews are preparing.
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Louisville water treatment workers pay it forward in Maui, recall help in Marshall Fire
Louisville water treatment employees spent a week with their counterparts in Maui providing help, hope, and healing.
Colorado native makes progress after illness in France botulism outbreak
A Colorado native is improving in a French hospital after getting botulism poisoning at a French restaurant earlier in September.
Douglas County Water Board to move forward despite concerns
Every day, 24 people move to Douglas County. That growth is a big reason why two out of three county commissioners want to create a long-term water plan. Their idea to form a Douglas County Water Commission is moving forward, despite the third county commissioners' opposition.
Ice Castles will return to Colorado this winter, but in new location
A popular winter attraction will make a return to Colorado this year after several years away. The Ice Castles will be stationed in Cripple Creek instead of Dillon.
Plea deal offered to former deputies in Christian Glass death
A plea deal has been offered in the criminal cases for the two former Clear Creek Sheriff's Office employees charged in the death of Christian Glass.
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Team from Louisville Public Works travels to Hawaii to share wildfire lessons
The Colorado utility workers have become national experts on water system recovery after a wildfire.
Secretary of Transportation meets with Colorado leaders in Denver
Pete Buttigieg came to Colorado for a celebratory ribbon cutting and met with construction crews as well as Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis.
Residents in Keystone -- Colorado's newest town -- vote on town charter
Leaders in Keystone are already running into challenges.
Better protection for quarterback Shadeur Sanders a key for Colorado Buffaloes
Deion Sanders discussed the pressure his son faced in the pocket in the loss to the Oregon Ducks.
Even Warmer Temperatures Heading Our Way
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Deion Sanders tunes out detractors, turns the page on Buffs' lopsided loss
Deion Sanders is turning the page on Colorado's 42-6 loss to Oregon while also tuning out his detractors.
Payton calls biggest loss in Broncos history a "butt whipping"
Coach Sean Payton contemplated not even showing the game film to his team from the Broncos' breathtaking loss to the Dolphins. But he decided he'd be remiss if he didn't have his players and coaches watch the gaffe-filled debacle so they could learn from their mistakes.
Sean Payton's Broncos fall apart in 'embarassing' 70-20 loss at Miami
Broncos coach Sean Payton called Sunday's 70-20 loss to the Miami Dolphins embarrassing and something that will be tough to rewatch on tape for the players and coaches.
Taylor Swift roots for Travis Kelce at Kansas City Chiefs game
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce later walked out of Arrowhead Stadium together, further fueling to the speculation that they are dating.
Ex-NHL player Nicolas Kerdiles killed in motorcycle crash at age 29
Nicolas Kerdiles drove his motorcycle through a stop sign and hit the driver's side of an SUV, Nashville police said.
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Film academy to replace Hattie McDaniel's historic missing Oscar
McDaniel was the first Black person to ever win an Oscar, which was displayed at Howard University until the late 1960s when it mysteriously disappeared.
Biden's dog, Commander, bites Secret Service staff again
There have been at least 11 documented attacks by the German shepherd against Secret Service staff going back nearly a year.
Target says it's closing 9 stores because of surging retail thefts
Rise in "organized" retail crime is threatening the safety of employees and customers, according to Target.
CBS News poll: Trump leads in early states, where campaigning hasn't closed gap
Early-state voters differ on abortion and how much the eventual GOP nominee should appeal to moderates.
Donald Trump and his company "repeatedly" violated fraud law, N.Y. judge rules
"The documents here clearly contain fraudulent valuations that defendants used in business," Judge Engoron wrote in his ruling, ordering Trump's New York business certificates canceled.
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Biden's dog, Commander, bites Secret Service staff again
There have been at least 11 documented attacks by the German shepherd against Secret Service staff going back nearly a year.
Find out what effects there'd be in Colorado if federal government shuts down
A government shutdown would affect more than just federal workers. It could impact thousands of young mothers in Colorado.
CBS News poll: Trump leads in early states, where campaigning hasn't closed gap
Early-state voters differ on abortion and how much the eventual GOP nominee should appeal to moderates.
Donald Trump and his company "repeatedly" violated fraud law, N.Y. judge rules
"The documents here clearly contain fraudulent valuations that defendants used in business," Judge Engoron wrote in his ruling, ordering Trump's New York business certificates canceled.
Biden joins picket line with UAW workers in Michigan
President Biden said the UAW "saved the auto industry back in 2008," and should reap the benefits of profits now.
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Free COVID test kits are back. Here's how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S.
Runners hit the streets in Golden over the weekend for Robbie's Hope
The nonprofit was created after high school student Robbie Eckert died by suicide.
CDC to avoid "scare tactic" in new effort to reset flu shot expectations
The new CDC campaign to back the shots is called "Wild to Mild."
Denver sculptor's work at hospital reminds us all to smile
Phyllis Beattie's carefully crafted bronze sculptures aren't hard to miss throughout the Mile High City, but it's her piece located at a hospital entitled Caring Hands that means the most to her.
Pro skier opens up about battling depression
To understand where pro skier Drew Petersen is coming from, you first have to know he's willing to have an hour-long sit-down conversation with a total stranger and open up about the darkest parts of his life, so long as he thinks he can help other people by doing so.
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Target says it's closing 9 stores because of surging retail thefts
Rise in "organized" retail crime is threatening the safety of employees and customers, according to Target.
Donald Trump and his company "repeatedly" violated fraud law, N.Y. judge rules
"The documents here clearly contain fraudulent valuations that defendants used in business," Judge Engoron wrote in his ruling, ordering Trump's New York business certificates canceled.
United Airlines hosts "Girls in Aviation Day" in Denver
When girls in Colorado want to explore a future in aviation they don't have to look far for incredible stories of success.
Chef Dana Rodriguez glad she built her future in Denver
The executive chef of Casa Bonita is determined to make the road easier for food workers by offering retirement and health insurance benefits.
Biden joins picket line with UAW workers in Michigan
President Biden said the UAW "saved the auto industry back in 2008," and should reap the benefits of profits now.
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Legacy program aims to keep longtime Denver businesses open
Denver Economic Development & Opportunity is accepting applications for the city's first-ever Legacy Business program. It's designed to protect and strengthen small, locally owned businesses that've been in Denver for a decade or more.
Great Colorado Payback helps you cash in on unclaimed property
On a sunny summer morning, the Colorado Treasury Department was determined to help Coloradans cash in on benefits.
Making Ends Meet: Colorado Pet Pantry helps those in need feed furry friends
Amid soaring need for donations, the nonprofit is now asking for even more help after its box truck containing food was stolen on Friday.
How to navigate interest rates: Colorado financial professional weighs in
Interest rates apply to many aspects of our financial lives. They're tied to things like mortgages, savings accounts, retirement, and others. These rates can be tricky to navigate, however, when they're high like they are currently.
Applying to CSU is now free for potential college students
Executive director of admissions, Heather Daniels, tells CBS News Colorado that she hopes that "ramily" continues to grow, especially with new incentives.