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Mail carrier who was robbed in Lakewood speaks out on incident
In a message provided to CBS News Colorado, a U.S. Postal Service carrier says he feels bad for the police officers who shot and killed one of two teenage girls who robbed him at gunpoint on Monday.
Wheat Ridge restaurant once again overcomes setbacks to serve wings
King of Wings has faced several obstacles in the three years they have been open, but their owner says they are determined to stay open.
Arvada library set to reopen curbside services after closure for meth
Arvada's library will reopen its curbside services on Thursday after the library closed in January after testing found high levels of methamphetamine.
JeffCo commissioners vote to give away property to private orginzation
The organization is a precision-mounted drill team where kids can learn about horses and life.
Lakewood City Council approves new rules for short-term rentals
The City of Lakewood is one of the many Colorado communities where a debate about the future of short-term rentals has been taking place.
Questions arise as to how RTD light rail derailed as shuttles fill gaps
It was supposed to be the final stop Saturday morning, except it wasn't. The W line light rail train kept on going. The question is, why?
Neighbors oppose "irresponsible development" on mudslide-prone land
The phrase that comes to mind here is "not in my backyard." Because a giant mound right up to many properties is what's in this backyard. In 1998, three homes built on unstable ground were lost when they slid down Green Mountain.
Lakewood focuses on resources for those experiencing homelessness
The City of Lakewood has seen an increase in those experiencing homelessness over the past few years.
JeffCo students meet new classmates ahead of consolidation
The Jefferson County School district is preparing to consolidate 16 elementary schools next fall due to declining enrollment. While many students are struggling with what the transition will look like, the district is trying to provide opportunities for students to see for themselves.
Small fire departments in foothills look to combine forces
Three fire departments in Colorado's foothills are looking at combining forces as the demand for services and fire threats grow, while volunteers are harder to find.
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Benemann retires as longtime mentor to CBS Colorado colleagues and students at CSU
Ever since Benemann graduated from Colorado State University in the late 1970s, he has been an outspoken alumni and supporter of young journalists following in his footsteps.
Business owner hopes politicians see marketing benefits from TikTok ahead of ban ruling
Small businesses like, Combicafe in Littleton located, inside the Broadstone Olivine apartment complex, rely on apps like TikTok to bring in revenue and traffic to their business.
Vitalant offers $10,000 incentive to Colorado blood donors to help critical shortage
Colorado is currently experiencing a critical need for blood donations. Type O blood is particularly in demand, the blood type of nearly half the U.S. population.
Colorado Stem Academy students learn public policies through classroom pet lizard
Class pets typically teach students responsibility and how to take care of animals, but in Westminster, a lizard named "Noodle" taught them a lesson in public policy.
Heavy winds to come as fire danger reminds high
We will end the week with terrible wind for much of Colorado, which means high fire danger in many areas including Denver.
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Rockies announce 30th anniversary celebration plans
2023 marks 30 years that the Rockies have played Major League Baseball in Denver, and on Wednesday, the team announced plans to honor that milestone throughout the season.
Coors Field will debut new food, new checkout experience this season
Several new items are coming to the menu at Coors Field this year, and a concession stand will feature Amazon technology to cut down on wait times.
Jokic leads Nuggets past 76ers 116-111
Nikola Jokic posted his 29th triple-double of the season, as the Nuggets beat a shorthanded 76ers team.
MacKinnon propels Avalanche to 5-1 victory over Ducks
Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and an assist in his 700th NHL game, as the Avs notched a third straight win.
UNC's Andrew Alirez relishes national title for wrestling
Greeley's Andrew Alirez became the first Northern Colorado wrestler to win a National Title this season
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Data: decline in crimes in Denver public high schools reported to police
Despite the recent tragic crimes at East High School, crimes reported to Denver Police are down significantly at the school in comparison to pre-pandemic years.
Leading critic of DPD officers in schools now calls for officers in schools
Denver school board member Tay Anderson, who led the movement to remove Denver police officers from Denver Public Schools in 2020, is now calling for reinstating DPD officers in schools.
East High shooting suspect was on probation for 'ghost gun' incident
CBS News Colorado has learned via multiple law enforcement sources that the suspect in the shooting of two East High School administrators was arrested in 2021 for possession of a so-called "ghost gun" and possessing an extended gun magazine.
Apartment residents raise alarms over rats, roaches, mice and mold
Residents of the Mosaic Apartments say management has not done enough to rid the complex of a myriad of issues.
Colorado prison inmates now ordering from Amazon, Walmart
The Colorado Department of Corrections says it's contributing to a safer prison environment to allow some inmates to be allowed to order items while incarcerated.
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Congress approves measure to reverse Biden's water protections
Congress on Wednesday approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration's protections for thousands of small streams, wetlands and other waterways.
Ariz. governor's aide resigns after tweeting meme of guns threatening "transphobes"
"The governor does not condone violence in any form," Gov. Katie Hobbs' office said in a statement.
An ER's error lands a 4-year-old in collections — for care he didn't receive
A Florida woman tried to dispute an emergency room bill, but the hospital and collection agency refused to talk to her — because it was her child's name on the bill, not hers.
What we know about the Nashville school shooting
Police have said that the shooter was extremely prepared for the killings, but no motive has been determined.
Adidas won't challenge Black Lives Matter over trademark
Sportswear company previously claimed that BLM's three-stripe design too closely resembled its own iconic logo.
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Denver area renters turn to roommates amid steep prices
A 22-year veteran of the real estate industry recounted her firsthand experience as rents continue to climb in Colorado.
State rolls out new SecureSavings program
In Colorado, nearly 940,000 workers do not have access to a retirement savings plan at work. That's more than 40% of our private-sector workforce.
SNAP reduction causing surges at mobile food market
Most SNAP households are seeing at least a $95 reduction. This means hunger-focused nonprofits are seeing the demand for help firsthand.
Smaller tax refund this year? You're not alone
Tax season is upon us, and experts are urging you to be aware of the possibility of a smaller refund. One spoke to CBS News Colorado about how to do the best you can with whatever refund you might get.
SNAP benefits changing for some families in Colorado
Come Wednesday, families will be receiving their SNAP benefits without the additional emergency allotments they've been getting for the last three years. Food Bank of the Rockies says statewide, that's about $53 million to $55 million less per month.
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Vitalant offers $10,000 incentive to Colorado blood donors to help critical shortage
Colorado is currently experiencing a critical need for blood donations. Type O blood is particularly in demand, the blood type of nearly half the U.S. population.
An ER's error lands a 4-year-old in collections — for care he didn't receive
A Florida woman tried to dispute an emergency room bill, but the hospital and collection agency refused to talk to her — because it was her child's name on the bill, not hers.
Pharmacy 'resolves allegations' of unlawfully filling opioid prescriptions
A Lakewood pharmacy and its pharmacist owner, accused by federal investigators of illegally filling prescriptions with "exceptionally high opioid dosages and dangerous drug combinations" for more than six years and contributing to the opioid epidemic, recently avoided criminal prosecution.
Ag Secretary Vilsack comes away impressed with school lunches in Greeley
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the seventh person in the line of succession to the president and the second longest serving USDA secretary ever, visited Greeley Evans School District 6 this week.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
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Colorado weather: High fire danger Thursday prompts First Alert Weather Day
Thursday is a First Alert Weather Day in the Denver area due to gusty southwest winds driving up fire danger. The wind will relax in the evening.
Cold temperatures to start Tuesday with a gradual warmup
March hasn't been very snowy, but it has been cold. To date we have had 18 days with below normal temperatures and it's the fifth month in a row with temperatures running below normal.
Snow shifts onto the eastern plains on Monday as temperatures stay far below normal
After snow during the morning commute along the Front Range Monday morning, the focus for additional snow in the afternoon will be on Colorado's Eastern Plains.
Avalanche expert: keep an eye on each other
An avalanche expert urges us to all look out for each other in the backcountry.
Sunday sunshine to start the day with snow later tonight
Happy Sunday! Our Colorado day will see increasing clouds with less wind before another little blast of snow moves into the state late in the day.
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Colorado State University colleagues and students recall Jim Benemann pathway to success
Colleagues, students and co-workers recall Jim Benemann's successful pathway as he's set to retire from KCNC-TV.
Colorado Stem Academy students learn public policies through classroom pet lizard
Class pets typically teach students responsibility and how to take care of animals, but in Westminster, a lizard named "Noodle" taught them a lesson in public policy.
Developer discusses challenges working in male-dominated industry
A Colorado developer chats with CBS News Colorado to discuss the challenges of working in a male-dominated industry.
Vitalant offers $10,000 incentive to Colorado blood donors to help critical shortage
Colorado is currently experiencing a critical need for blood donations. Type O blood is particularly in demand, the blood type of nearly half the U.S. population.
Aurora's Crisis Response Team has a new partner attempting to prevent violence
When APD gets a tip that someone may pose a threat to the community the department first verifies its credibility, but then attempts to intervene with the help of a clinician.