New COVID-19 Death Dispute: Colorado Coroner Says State Mischaracterized Death
Man who died of acute alcohol poisoning has death reclassified to COVID-19 by Colorado Department of Health and Environment, despite initial ruling by the coroner.
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Man who died of acute alcohol poisoning has death reclassified to COVID-19 by Colorado Department of Health and Environment, despite initial ruling by the coroner.
For Scott Romme and his Windsor-based construction company, this spring and summer looked promising.
The Denver City Council has postponed making any decision on re-appointments to the board of Denver Health. This comes after a CBS4 investigation revealed that the hospital executives received large bonuses at the same time they asked frontline workers to take cuts during the coronavirus pandemic.
While many Coloradans are still waiting to get their stimulus checks from the IRS, CBS4 has found some dead people have been given that stimulus money in error.
Some students feel the Denver Public School System's current grading policy, giving students a choice between a letter grade or credit/no credit, gives more affluent students the upper hand. They're hoping that will change in the next school year starting in August.
After weeks of defending executive performance bonuses, the board overseeing Denver Health said Wednesday it planned to "revisit the compensation philosophy."
In the meantime, thousands of residents living in public housing units could remain at risk, and with the pandemic in effect, many people are staying in their homes several more hours of the day than normal, exposing them to even more radon concentrations than before.
Denver Health Medical Center workers announced Tuesday they are forming a union to "fight for workers rights."
Just a few weeks before his arrest on federal firearms charges, Brad Bunn testified at the state Capitol in favor of repealing Colorado's Red Flag law. Bunn was taken into custody by the FBI after pipe bombs were found in his Loveland home.
A CBS4 Investigation has learned that about 40 retirees from the city of Denver - widows, widowers and their beneficiaries - have been ordered to repay a total of $11 million in retirement benefits.
A week after it was revealed upper management and executives at Denver Health Medical Center received incentive bonuses during the coronavirus pandemic, nurses and front line workers are still raw, angry and lashing out at hospital CEO Robin Wittenstein.
Investigative reporting -- done well -- is a service to the community. These days, it is literally a matter of life and death.
According to a CBS4 Investigation, the CDPHE has reclassified three deaths at a nursing home as COVID-19 deaths, despite the fact attending physicians ruled all three were not related to coronavirus.
Denver Auditor Tim O'Brien plans to launch an audit into Denver International Airport's troubled Great Hall construction project.
CBS4 Investigates found several employees at two local Home Depots not wearing masks while helping customers.
Earlier this week, CBS Colorado reported on community concerns after a letter was sent by Superintendent Alex Marrero to the school board on June 8. On Tuesday, Board President Xóchitl Gaytán announced a virtual special meeting has now been scheduled.
A new Colorado wildfire in Mesa Verde National Park is forcing closures of a few areas.
A new law could help lower homeowners' insurance in Colorado even as wildfires burn in many parts of the state.
There is better news on the way when it comes to weather in Colorado. A wind shift will help push the thicker smoke out of northern Colorado on Wednesday.
As smoke from wildfires hangs over much of Colorado this summer, a new home taking shape in Silverthorne is being designed for exactly those kinds of conditions.
Earlier this week, CBS Colorado reported on community concerns after a letter was sent by Superintendent Alex Marrero to the school board on June 8. On Tuesday, Board President Xóchitl Gaytán announced a virtual special meeting has now been scheduled.
A new Colorado wildfire in Mesa Verde National Park is forcing closures of a few areas.
A new law could help lower homeowners’ insurance in Colorado even as wildfires burn in many parts of the state.
Arvada police used a drone to help capture a bank robbery suspect who had already gotten money from a bank employee.
As smoke from wildfires hangs over much of Colorado this summer, a new home taking shape in Silverthorne is being designed for exactly those kinds of conditions.
One look and listen to Dillon Stewart's swing and you can tell he can sent it.
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Balogun's reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week and asked for a review of the red card suspension.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Tickets for the 14 free and open Denver Broncos Training Camp practices were made available on Wednesday morning to both season ticket holders and the general public.
Populist British lawmaker Nigel Farage has resigned amid a financial scandal, but says he'll run in a snap election to reclaim his seat.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
President Trump praised Walmart and said the lower prices are the result of "my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday."
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
With peace talks on hold, the U.S. said it launched a "series of powerful strikes" on Iran in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Polls closed in the state primary election on June 30. Many days later, there was still no projected winner in one race.
A new law could help lower homeowners' insurance in Colorado even as wildfires burn in many parts of the state.
Populist British lawmaker Nigel Farage has resigned amid a financial scandal, but says he'll run in a snap election to reclaim his seat.
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump is tightening bonds with Turkey.
The Republican primary for Colorado governor remains too close to call almost a week after the election.
Researchers are getting a better idea of the ills caused by wildfire smoke as the West becomes the location of larger and more severe fires.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Wildfire smoke drifting through Colorado has pushed the Front Range and Northern Colorado into some of the worst air quality conditions in the United States, prompting health experts to warn residents, especially those with underlying respiratory conditions, to take precautions.
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
President Trump praised Walmart and said the lower prices are the result of "my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday."
A family-owned Mexican restaurant in the Denver metro area is reopening this week after it was forced to shut down in March.
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
The global discount supermarket chain Aldi recently announced plans to expand into the Colorado market, opening 50 stores within the next two years.
Concerns are emerging about a company formerly known as COE Bikes, which continues advertising free e-bikes and is now drawing scrutiny from state agencies.
The City of Denver is giving itself stronger enforcement tools to hold owners of neglected and derelict properties accountable, including significantly larger fines for those who fail to comply with city orders.
A Colorado administrative law judge has upheld the demotion of a former Colorado Department of Corrections manager who admitted participating in years of inappropriate text message exchanges with other prison leaders.
A man who stayed at a downtown Denver hotel last summer says he woke up to bats flying around his room — and that one of them bit him. He has now filed a lawsuit against the hotel.
A Keenesburg police officer pleaded no contest to reckless driving and reckless endangerment stemming from a 2025 crash on Interstate 25 that the Colorado State Patrol said he caused -- and then fled from.
