Denver Health CEO On Timing Of Bonuses: 'I Am Deeply Sorry'
Denver Health Medical Center CEO Robin Wittenstein on Monday apologized to the hospital's 7,000 employees for the timing of incentive bonuses that were handed out to executives and managers
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Denver Health Medical Center CEO Robin Wittenstein on Monday apologized to the hospital's 7,000 employees for the timing of incentive bonuses that were handed out to executives and managers
Chris Hinds said handing out millions in performance bonuses to Denver Health Medical Center administrators and executives in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic was "disgraceful."
Top executives at Denver Health received significant bonuses one week after frontline hospital workers were asked to voluntarily take leave or reduce their hours.
A senior medical director for a nationwide health care delivery company who lives in Colorado is now recommending his hospital doctors not use hydroxychloroquine.
A private lab in Colorado Springs could significantly increase COVID-19 testing capacity in Colorado if Gov. Polis would make a simple administrative change.
In Arvada, homeowner Sarah Burgett says a thief stole $20,000 worth of merchandise from her garage while she and her family were sleeping upstairs in the early morning hours on Easter Sunday.
There are still thousands of students around the metro who haven't been engaging in remote learning. In Brighton 27J alone, schools across the district have been unable to contact 1,866 students.
As citizens and politicians in Colorado and around the nation debate when to lift stay-at-home orders, a Colorado public health expert says reopening the state's economy now "will cost people their lives."
An administrator at the Aurora Mental Health Center was was surprised by how many people participated in a telephone town hall on mental and public health.
"The rate of the number of cases is decreasing. There's still more cases, but the rate of increase has decreased, and the rate of discharge is increasing," explained Dr. Richard Zane, UCHealth's Chief Innovation Officer and Head of Emergency Medicine. "So, that's great news."
The only qualifications for becoming a 'Citizen Scientist' are being over 18 and owning a smartphone.
Christy Sports stores are collecting used ski goggles to pass along to doctors and nurses who are lacking personal protective equipment, or PPE.
With stay at home orders in place, there are few car accidents and few of the common mishaps that would typically bring patients to the emergency rooms. Doctors say the drop is also fueled by a fear of coming to an emergency room and contracting coronavirus.
Colorado doctors and hospitals say they still only have enough supplies to test a fraction of those who should be tested.
The shutdown has caused a domino effect, leading to fewer child abuse cases getting reported, CBS4 has learned. That's because there are fewer eyes on children right now, since they're staying at home for school and aren't attending any after-school activities.
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.
