Five Star Program That Some Restaurant Owners Say Is Keeping Them Afloat Could Soon Be Approved In Denver
The City and County of Denver has applied for Colorado's Five Star Certification program.
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The City and County of Denver has applied for Colorado's Five Star Certification program.
Family medical leave for state employees, sick time for even part-time employees, and new requirements of employers all began Friday, Jan. 1. New rules around job postings will play an important role as Colorado looks to recover from COVID-19 job losses.
Denver's minimum wage increased to $14.77 per hour on New Year's Day. The scheduled raise was approved by Denver City Council in 2019.
New Year's Eve also brought word that Denver would make an effort to join the Five Star Program that allows businesses to earn greater certification and more capacity – at least in theory.
Gov. Jared Polis announced Wednesday that Colorado's counties in Level Red on the COVID-19 dial are going to Level Orange on Jan. 4, 2021.
"What we've seen is not necessarily a change in the total level of beer consumption, but a huge shift in where people are drinking beer."
Almost 45,000 Coloradans filed first-time claims for unemployment last week -- and more than 265,000 people filed continued claims.
Businesses in the county can begin applying for the program on Thursday with inspections scheduled to start next week.
Douglas County has given out $13.7 million so far to 160 businesses out of 222 applications.
When the first white envelope showed up, she didn't think much of it, other than to return it to sender, but then more showed up.
A new report says Colorado has gone from having the 10th-best economy among states in the second quarter to being the ninth-worst economy in the third quarter.
One of Denver's oldest bars and music venues is turning to the community to avoid closing down for good, after months of struggling to pay the bills due to COVID-19 restrictions.
A college student who was looking for work over winter break has been holding her own at the Vail Valley Jet Center and has a message for those looking for work during the pandemic.
The animals haven't missed a meal yet, but the zoo needs help to keep feeding more than 3,000 animals.
Centennial is considered one of the best cities to work from home in, according to RetailMeNot.
After the City of Golden alerted residents to two daytime sexual assaults on social media, Coloradans felt the alert lacked information that could help keep them safe.
For the past eight years, Louis "Lou" Cicio has celebrated Jan. 30 as his "birthday." Not because it's the day he was born, but because it's the day he nearly died — and survived.
In Denver, average highs typically start in the mid-40s early in February and climb into the 50s by the end of the month. Overnight lows usually fall into the upper teens to low 20s.
A historic meeting took place at the nation's capital on Friday as Colorado Gov. Jared Polis joined governors from across the Colorado River Basin.
A Boulder man suspected of using photos of children to generate AI images that sexually exploit them was arrested on Friday.
Saturday saw protests, marches, and bicycle remembrance rides across the state and a "singing resistance" at the State Capitol.
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
The DMV is launching it's Super Saturday Sprint, a two weekend event to combat prolonged wait times for first time driver's license applicants.
Nationwide protests have been taking place since the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis last week. Many took to the streets in Boulder, where cyclists gathered for a memorial bike ride on Saturday.
Saturday is Girl Scout Delivery Day, and volunteers gathered at fourteen locations across Colorado to unload and pick up almost 200,000 cases of cookies.
It was an emotional morning at Edge Ice Arena in Littleton, Colorado, as the Santa Clarita Lady Flyers took the ice for the first game of a weekend tournament after a crash involving their van and a snowplow on Interstate 70.
Star center Nikola Jokic is expected to return to the Denver Nuggets lineup Friday.
Skiing great Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon is expected to be out long-erm again after reinjuring his hamstring.
One of the biggest authors in LitRPG is joining the Colorado Avalanche this April for a special fan event during their game against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
Top Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino allegedly used language offensive to Jewish federal officials on a recent call, sources said.
In 1971, Demond Wilson appeared on an episode of "All in the Family," a role that led him to land a lead part in "Sanford and Son."
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Passengers without Real IDs can still fly if they pay a $45 fee, which covers the cost of additional identity verification screening.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
A historic meeting took place at the nation's capital on Friday as Colorado Gov. Jared Polis joined governors from across the Colorado River Basin.
Top Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino allegedly used language offensive to Jewish federal officials on a recent call, sources said.
Funding for many federal agencies expired on Saturday after Congress failed to pass half a dozen spending bills before the deadline, prompting a partial government shutdown.
After four Xcel power shutoffs in the past nine months, the Colorado Public Utilities Commission is taking action.
For the past eight years, Louis "Lou" Cicio has celebrated Jan. 30 as his "birthday." Not because it's the day he was born, but because it's the day he nearly died — and survived.
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
The recall affects several batches of the 5.5-ounce Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits, the FDA said.
The AAP is recommending immunization against 18 diseases. Earlier this month, the CDC reduced its recommendations for childhood vaccines to 11 diseases.
A Denver woman says repeated mold concerns at her apartment complex have left her feeling unsafe in her home and worried about her child's health, prompting her to contact the city.
Passengers without Real IDs can still fly if they pay a $45 fee, which covers the cost of additional identity verification screening.
The president is turning to a former Fed official as his nominee to replace outgoing Chair Jerome Powell.
President Trump says he is nominating Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve, filling a powerful economic policy role as the president pushes for lower interest rates.
President Trump is threatening Canada with a 50% tariff on any aircraft sold in the U.S., the latest salvo in his trade war with America's northern neighbor as his feud with Prime Minister Mark Carney expands.
Job seekers can raise their chances of landing a position by highlighting a particular kind of work experience, says LinkedIn career expert Catherine Fisher.
Although Sinclair Oil learned on January 8 that the gasoline it distributed was contaminated, it admits it failed to notify Colorado's Division of Oil and Public Safety.
The former sergeant was fired from the department this month after allegedly working a private security job while on duty, a CBS Colorado investigation found. He had also previously left or been fired from other departments.
Despite efforts to deter them, thieves in Colorado are continuing to steal credit cards, checks, ballots and even prescription medication from mailboxes.
The 38-year-old Aurora man jailed for investigation of arson for allegedly setting a five-alarm fire in Denver in early January "sees and hears things ... he has a mental condition," according to his sister.
A Denver judge denied bond for a 38-year-old man accused of killing a 2-year-old child. Nicolas Stout is facing charges of murder and child abuse resulting in death.