Contractors Say CDOT Is Hiding Costs Of Big Contracts With Out-Of-State Companies
Some long-time Colorado contractors tell CBS4 that most big projects are going to out-of-state contractors -- and CDOT is hiding the cost of some of those projects.
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Some long-time Colorado contractors tell CBS4 that most big projects are going to out-of-state contractors -- and CDOT is hiding the cost of some of those projects.
After patrolling Denver's Union Station for nearly two years, a private security guard had a dire warning for commuters catching trains and buses at the RTD transit hub.
There are still some people who aren't able to enjoy the holidays as much this year, because their unemployment claims are being held up by fraudulent activity.
Recounting a recent trip through Denver International Airport, Denver City Councilman Kevin Flynn joked that navigating the controversial Great Hall project in DIA's terminal was "like a corn maze at times."
While Colorado is one of the few states to license rescues and make sure kennels are sanitized and treatment records up to date -- dog imports are largely unregulated.
CBS4 has learned the president of the Aurora Police Association, Officer Doug Wilkinson, has been placed on administrative leave after he sent out a scathing email last week.
Some Colorado pet rescue organizations have become multi-million dollar puppy importers. A CBS4 investigation found protections, for pets and people, haven't kept up.
Multiple felonies filed last summer against a Colorado-based DEA agent have been dropped.
CBS4 Investigates has obtained hundreds of internal emails from Colorado state administrators which highlight more concerns with the unemployment system.
A month after an Uber driver was stabbed while picking up riders, he says police are still waiting for the company to reveal who requested the ride.
CBS4 has learned the City of Aurora has agreed to pay $15 million to the family of Elijah McClain to settle a federal civil rights lawsuit filed over McClain's death.
When Pat Bowlen publicly acknowledged he was suffering from Alzheimer's disease and would no longer oversee the Broncos, his wife said he "has very bravely and quietly battled Alzheimer's disease for the last few years."
Bill Bowlen, the younger brother of late Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen, says the death of his brother and subsequent power struggle for the team has torn his family apart.
Passengers flying out of Denver International Airport who have encountered - and complained about- the limited parking options, have been regularly getting refunds according to a CBS4 Investigation.
The police chief in Commerce City was allowed to work remotely from Las Vegas and drove a city vehicle back and forth in a practice that is now receiving scrutiny following a CBS4 investigation.
Colorado district attorneys are warning of a scam increasing in frequency that targets domestic violence victims.
Finding steady work can be one of the biggest hurdles for people leaving prison or jail, but a Denver area program is working to change that.
Weld County commissioners unanimously approved GlobalAI's plans to build a data center in Northern Colorado following an extended public hearing.
Revitalizing downtown Denver has been a major focus for Mayor Mike Johnston over the past few years. While announcing the proposed 2027 city budget, he said that focus has paid off.
On Tuesday, rescue crews recovered a deceased climber who was discovered in very difficult terrain on Colorado's Maroon Peak.
Republican Colorado gubernatorial candidate Victor Marx now faces additional allegations of campaign finance violations. Marx's attorney went before a hearing officer on Thursday to address allegations that the campaign has accepted nearly $84,000 in illegal donations.
After a six-year study, an $806 million project has been approved for I-270 in Commerce City.
Scammers are now targeting survivors of domestic violence, asking for money to bail their abusers out of jail.
The Denver Broncos face the Kansas City Chiefs on the road on Monday night to start the season. See who is on the team's injury report this week.
The Colorado Supreme Court ruled that a Greeley ordinance authorizing the $1 billion Cascadia entertainment project remains law after residents voted to repeal it. That means the project can move forward as planned.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
The Broncos are highlighting their stadium's new food and drink options for their upcoming 2026 season.
The Border War between Colorado State University and the University of Wyoming returns this weekend, continuing one of the oldest rivalries in college football.
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
Playing together at the U.S. Open in New York for the first time in four years, Serena and Venus Williams lost in a three-set thriller match in the first round of the women's doubles tournament.
Mr. Trump's pledge to give $5,000 to Americans would stoke inflation and worsen the nation's fiscal outlook, according to economists.
Friday's August CPI report could set the stage for the Federal Reserve's first interest rate hike in more than three years.
The White House has not publicly released the voluntary framework for testing frontier AI models that it finalized in August.
President Trump pledged $5,000 to all American adults if Republicans retain control of Congress. You may not be able to take that to the bank.
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
CBS News Texas political reporter Jack Fink spoke with President Trump for an exclusive interview during the president's visit to North Texas.
Mr. Trump's pledge to give $5,000 to Americans would stoke inflation and worsen the nation's fiscal outlook, according to economists.
The White House has not publicly released the voluntary framework for testing frontier AI models that it finalized in August.
President Trump pledged $5,000 to all American adults if Republicans retain control of Congress. You may not be able to take that to the bank.
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Arapahoe County Public Health has invested money to support moms and families through a bilingual doula program. Doulas are trained to give support before, during and after birth.
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
Clean air advocates are asking local and state leaders in Colorado to act on the unhealthy ozone levels and their impacts.
If passed, the legislation would expand eligibility for residents in 57 Colorado zip codes to get compensation based on a list of eligible diseases and cancers, and would include coverage for workers and residents known as "downwinders."
Mr. Trump's pledge to give $5,000 to Americans would stoke inflation and worsen the nation's fiscal outlook, according to economists.
Friday's August CPI report could set the stage for the Federal Reserve's first interest rate hike in more than three years.
President Trump pledged $5,000 to all American adults if Republicans retain control of Congress. You may not be able to take that to the bank.
Wall Street analysts are skeptical that the Treasury Department's bond purchases can curb yields and lower U.S. borrowing costs.
Apple introduced the iPhone 18 at its annual tech showcase and unveiled its first foldable phone.
Evergreen High has two new members of its community -- two dogs whose presence has become part of the daily rhythm of the school, offering students and staff something they desperately needed after a shooting shattered their sense of safety.
Denver's Board of Ethics voted unanimously to investigate two complaints against City Attorney Miko Brown.
A former student and her parents are suing a church and school, alleging officials failed to protect the girl from a music director who they say sexually assaulted her when she was 13 and then failed to properly respond when concerns surfaced.
Despite having health insurance, families in Colorado have been hit with massive medical bills after their babies spent time in NICUs.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston's security detail drew his gun on a man at Union Station last week, the mayor's office said Monday.