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Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse introduces bill to help unhoused veterans
The Veteran Jobs Training Act would increase funding for the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program.
House Democrats want to deny George Santos access to classified information
New York Reps. Gregory Meeks of New York and Joe Morelle told McCarthy that they have "serious concerns" about Santos.
New statewide bag fee has unintended consequence
While the law says retailers have to send 60% of the money they collect to local governments, it doesn't say what they should do if local governments don't want the money.
Meta to reinstate Trump on Facebook, Instagram
Earlier this month, Trump's presidential campaign asked Meta to reinstate him on the social media platform.
Biden calls for assault weapons ban, but it lacks support in Congress
GOP Sen. John Cornyn of Texas said Tuesday that "there are not enough votes in the Senate for an assault weapons ban."
Trump drops another lawsuit against N.Y. Attorney General Letitia James
Trump has withdrawn two suits against James in the last five days.
Documents marked classified found at Pence's Indiana home
The documents "were inadvertently boxed and transported to" Pence's home at the end of his vice presidency, his lawyer told the National Archives.
Colorado lawmakers host roundtable discussion on immigration reform
Members of the Black Democratic Legislative Caucus of Colorado and the Democratic Latino Caucus invited Rep. Jason Crow to discuss the future of immigration policies and efforts like the future of DACA, recent migrant arrivals to Colorado, detention facilities, work visas and the economy.
Senators grill Live Nation over Taylor Swift fiasco
Federal regulators are looking into the ticket seller after thousands of Swift fans were unable to buy concert tickets.
Boulder County Dems defend process to replace state representative
Seven people are running to replace her and two of them - Kitty Sargent and Kyle Brown - sit on the committee that will decide who gets the job. Some residents say they should recuse themselves.
Four Oath Keepers found guilty of seditious conspiracy in Jan. 6 case
They were convicted on charges including conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding and conspiracy to obstruct law enforcement.
Thousands fill streets to protest Israel's "scary" new government
"This is so far from anything I would ever, ever imagine," said one American who moved to Israel four decades ago. "It's hard to see."
Rep. George Santos addresses "drag queen" photo controversy
The embattled Republican congressman was also heckled as he arrived at New York's LaGuardia Airport.
Man who put feet up on Pelosi's desk guilty in Jan. 6 case
Richard Barnett testified he was a "f***ing idiot" on Jan. 6, but argued his acts were not criminal.
Evangelical leaders who supported Trump wait for 2024 GOP field to fill out
Rev. Franklin Graham says "I'm not going to endorse anybody" in what's expected to be a crowded 2024 GOP presidential primary.
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife destroys poachers' firearms
Colorado will not tolerate poaching and those who are caught will have their firearms confiscated and destroyed.
Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse introduces bill to help unhoused veterans
The Veteran Jobs Training Act would increase funding for the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program.
Handcuffed woman injured in police car struck by train sues police
The woman who was handcuffed in the back of a police car when a train smashed into it filed a lawsuit Thursday against the police departments and officers that were involved.
Colorado baker loses appeal over transgender birthday cake
The Colorado Court of Appeals ruled that that the cake Autumn Scardina requested from Jack Phillips and Masterpiece Cakeshop, which was to be pink with blue frosting, is not a form of speech.
Carlson Elementary School welcomes new therapy dog
Carlson Elementary School gained a new member of the staff for the spring semester, one with fur and four legs.
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Transfer filling big shoes for CU women's hoops
When Aaronette Vonleh entered the transfer portal last year, Colorado head coach JR Payne didn't waste a single second.
Jets hire former Broncos coach Hackett to run offense
The New York Jets have hired former Denver Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett as their offensive coordinator.
Forward Matt Nieto returns to Avs in 4-player trade with Sharks
Forward Matt Nieto is set to embark on his second stint with the Avs after a four-player trade with the Sharks.
Short-handed Denver Nuggets fall to Milwaukee Bucks 107-99
Jokic was off the court again resting his hamstring, and the short-handed Nuggets fell to the Bucks in their second of a back-to-back.
Avs spoil Kuemper's return, top Caps 3-2 as Bednar sets mark
The surging Avs held off the Capitals in a historic win for head coach Jared Bednar.
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Family sues assisted living center after resident freezes to death
The lawsuit says surveillance video shows her wandering out of the facility in the middle of the night last winter, getting locked out, then banging on the doors for help, but no one found her for five hours.
AirLife helicopter pilot headed to work arrested, charged with DUI
Breath tests showed the veteran pilot's blood alcohol level was .126 as he was on his way to work in full flight uniform. He has since resigned, according to his lawyer.
Denver woman wins large wage case
The court victory comes amid a renewed push to protect Colorado workers from wage theft, which costs Americans more than any other crime.
Judge orders former social worker to pay councilwoman $3 million in defamation lawsuit
A district judge has ordered former Arapahoe County Human Services caseworker Robin Niceta to pay $3 million to Aurora City Councilwoman Danielle Jurinsky after Jurinsky sued Niceta for slander, libel and outrageous conduct.
Sheriff says no evidence Taco Bell employees poisoned food
Investigators who are working to determine how a man wound up in the hospital after ingesting rat poison that was in his takeout food now say there's no evidence that Taco Bell employees were responsible for the poisoning.
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5 fired Memphis officers charged with murder in Tyre Nichols' death: "This was wrong"
Video footage of the arrest has been shown to Tyre Nichols' family, but has not been made public.
AI-powered "robot" lawyer will not go to court after jail threats
Joshua Browder, CEO of DoNotPay, said his company will postpone a pending court case to focus on consumer rights.
House Democrats want to deny George Santos access to classified information
New York Reps. Gregory Meeks of New York and Joe Morelle told McCarthy that they have "serious concerns" about Santos.
Russia hits Ukraine with missiles, says U.S. "direct involvement" in war is growing
The Kremlin has long cast dire warnings over the potential ramifications of the U.S. and its NATO allies' "direct involvement" in the grueling conflict.
Meta to reinstate Trump on Facebook, Instagram
Earlier this month, Trump's presidential campaign asked Meta to reinstate him on the social media platform.
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Colorado Public Utilities Commission: natural gas prices could drop
Energy bills have been much higher in recent months than in previous years for households that are using the same or less energy than even a year ago.
How Denver's minimum wage boost could affect businesses & employees
This year, Denver's minimum wage is up to $17.29, compared to $15.87 in 2022.
Expert advice on budgeting, stretching tax refund, paying down debt
In the month of January, many of us are looking at our finances for the rest of the year. And with tax season upon us, it's important to know how to best use your refund.
Program to help pay energy bills seeing record number of applicants
Colorado's low-income energy assistance program is trying to ease people's burden by providing a one-time payment directly to the utility company. But while they are seeing more applicants, they are unable to change what they can give each household.
Teachers in Campo School District working double duty to make ends meet
The Campo School District has just over 40 students, all of whom go to one school in town. There are even fewer teachers, who often have secondary incomes to help pay the bills.
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State health officials: Suncor benzene levels in Sand Creek no threat to public health
Benzene is a chemical naturally found in crude oil and gasoline that can cause blood diseases and even cancer through long-term exposure.
Winter fatigue impacting Coloradans more this season than previous years
According to Dr. Patricia Westmoreland, the Medical Director of the women's unit at the HealthONE Behavioral Health and Wellness Center, the unusual streak of grey plays a key role in Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Coloradans urged to check for radioactive radon during radon action month
It's a leading cause of lung cancer, and in Colorado, contributes to more than 500 deaths a year, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
Nearly 2 dozen McAuliffe International School teachers, staff out with COVID
Classes took place as usual at McAuliffe International School in Denver's Park Hill neighborhood Monday, but they nearly didn't thanks to a COVID outbreak.
Easing rules for opioid treatment meds did not increase overdose deaths, study finds
During the coronavirus pandemic, federal agencies changed rules to allow qualified clinicians to remotely prescribe buprenorphine, even to new patients.
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Colorado lawmakers look to AI to detect wildfires earlier
A year after the most destructive wildfire in the state's history scorched nearly 1,100 homes, Colorado lawmakers are considering joining other Western states by adopting artificial intelligence in the hopes of detecting blazes before they burn out of control.
Arctic cold is a few days away
We have a little down time before an Arctic surge rolls thru the state plunging most of Colorado into the deep freeze.
Two regions of Colorado struggling to recover from drought
Little precipitation and hot summers can build up a deficit, and the precipitation this spring could make or break the upcoming growing season.
Winter fatigue impacting Coloradans more this season than previous years
According to Dr. Patricia Westmoreland, the Medical Director of the women's unit at the HealthONE Behavioral Health and Wellness Center, the unusual streak of grey plays a key role in Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Firefighters take advantage of recent snowstorm, conduct slash pile burns
"Its perfect conditions, it's what we need to use winter for. The benefits of living in Colorado," Elwyn said.
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Casa Bonita to hire 550 people before grand opening
The iconic Casa Bonita restaurant plans to hire a staff of 550 people before its grand opening later this year.
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Sign from beloved Michelle's ice cream shop missing from storage
A neon sign for Michelle's, a once-beloved ice cream and chocolate shop, has disappeared from storage.
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Grand Junction officers arrest suspect, claim he intentionally drove truck into police station
Surveillance video shows the truck crashing into the lobby on Wednesday.