Homemade explosive components found inside burning home
Firefighters found homemade explosive components in the basement of a home that exploded on Sunday.
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Fire Restrictions In Boulder County Force Fireworks Stand To Shut Down- For Now
Fire restrictions in Boulder County have forced a fireworks stand to temporarily shut down.
Potentially Dangerous Conditions Shut Down 2 Creeks To Tubing
Potentially dangerous conditions have shut down at least two creeks to tubing in Boulder and Jefferson counties.
Tubing In Lyons Not Allowed Due To High Creek Levels
Tubing is now off limits in the St. Vrain Creek and River.
Hiker Rescued From Boulder County Trail For Heat-Related Illness
A hiker was rescued from Anemone Trail on Saturday morning due to a heat-related illness.
Calving Season To Blame After Colorado Couple Charged By Moose During Hike
An early morning hike in Nederland for a man and woman and their dog was short lived before they were surprised by a moose cow and her calf.
Moose Charges 2 People And A Dog Near Nederland, Seriously Injures Man
One person was seriously injured when a moose attacked him near a trailhead in western Boulder County. Another person and a dog were also hurt in the attack.
Gun Control Groups Call Colorado Towns' Gun Control Votes 'Historic'
Calls for gun control are echoing in communities across the country. A number of municipalities in Boulder County will vote on a variety of gun control measures.
Terrell Lucero Officially Charged With Manslaughter Following Suspected Fentanyl Death
The district attorney's office in Boulder County formally charged a 25-year-old man of manslaughter after police say he supplied someone with fentanyl pills and that person died.
Boulder County Fire Departments Create Mass Evacuation Plan, Hold First-Ever Joint Training Exercise
In the aftermath of the Marshall Fire, Boulder County fire departments are, for the first time, holding mass training exercises and developing a mass evacuation plan. Boulder, Boulder Rural, Lafayette, Louisville, Longmont and Mountain View are combining forces like never before.
Boulder County Company 'HC' Faces Lawsuit By Maker Of Nerds, Trolli Candies
A Boulder County company is being sued by the maker of Nerds and Trolli candies.
Marshall Fire To Generate $20 Million In Tax Revenue As Homeowners Skimp: 'Cobbling Together Dollar By Dollar'
As Marshall Fire victims struggle to scrape together enough money to rebuild, the state, Boulder County, City of Louisville and RTD will all see a tax windfall from the disaster.
Lawsuit Over Debris Removal At Marshall Fire Burn Scar Dismissed
A judge dismissed a lawsuit filed against Boulder County by a company in Florida. CERES claimed the city and county did not follow protocol in selecting a debris cleanup company for victims of the Marshall Fire.
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Lifted In Boulder County
Open burning is once again allowed in Boulder County. As of May 23, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office rescinded Stage 1 fire restrictions for unincorporated parts of the county.
3 Women Who Reported Sexual Assaults By Colorado Massage Therapist Say They Were Shocked
A judge has sentenced a former massage therapist who was accused of sexually assaulting several his clients to 6 years in prison. A few of those clients spoke with CBS4 about the crimes.
Study To Determine Why Some Homes Burn, Others Still Standing In Marshall Fire
One part of the research is into how some homes are still standing while others around them are gone.
Some Marshall Fire Victims Raise Concerns About Lack Of Notification Before Debris Removals
Debris removal is ongoing in Boulder County to clean up properties burned in the Marshall Fire, but some homeowners have concerns about a lack of notification.
Marshall Fire Victims Face Expensive Permit Fees To Rebuild
Getting a permit to rebuild from the Marshall Fire is an expensive proposition.
Family Who Lost Everything In Marshall Fire Treated To A Day Of Fun
Chuck E. Cheese in Superior gave a family who lost their home in the Marshall Fire a day of fun.
Firefighters Extinguish Grass Fire Near Marshall Road & Highway 93
The Boulder County Sheriff's Office responded to a small grass fire early Saturday morning near Marshall Road on South Foothills Highway, also known as Highway 93.
Superior Residents Debate Whether Indoor Sprinklers Should Be Required In Rebuild
Residents of Superior who lost their homes in the Marshall Fire will gather Monday evening at the Town Hall to discuss whether they should have to install indoor sprinkler systems if they rebuild their homes.
Tree, Power Line & Log Pile Blamed For Small Fire In Boulder County
A series of events helped ignite a small fire in unincorporated Boulder County.
'Flames Started Coming Right At Us': Fire Danger Grows To Extreme As People Living In Foothills Prepare For Dangerous Winds
Private fire investigators say every case is different, but the damage caused by the fire likely plays a factor in where the investigation goes.
Bill Provides Millions Of Dollars For Under-Insured Marshall Fire Victims After Superior Trustees Beg for Help
Four months after the Marshall Fire, the toll continues to mount in the small town of Superior. But Town Trustee Neal Shah says the numbers are already staggering.
Drone Crash Blamed For Table Mountain Fire In Boulder County
A drone that crashed and ignited started the Table Mountain Fire in Boulder County.
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Deal reached after strike which shuttered L.A. schools for 3 days
The Los Angeles Unified School District, the second-largest in the nation, was forced to close for three days as tens of thousands of support staff and teachers walked off the job to protest low wages.
House Intel panel chair weighs in on Xi visit, origins of Covid
GOP Rep. Mike Turner also discussed the impending declassification of intelligence on the the origins of COVID-19.
Referee who survived heart attack reunites with player who saved him
John Sculli, a basketball referee, was officiating a semi-pro game when he collapsed.
Broncos ask selected fans for opinions on future of stadium
The Denver Broncos are looking for feedback on the future of Empower Field at Mile High.
East High student finds a love of STEM through robotics
Joining the East High School robotics team changed Melissa Hermosillo-Nava's life.
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East High student finds a love of STEM through robotics
Joining the East High School robotics team changed Melissa Hermosillo-Nava's life.
DPS security officers were at East High School when shooting happened
When a student gunman opened fire Wednesday morning, injuring two administrators at East High School, there were two unarmed Denver Public Schools security officers inside the building at the time.
Winter Park to keep Mary Jane open for late season skiing in May
Thanks to consistent recent snowfall, Winter Park says they'll keep the Mary Jane side of the mountain open for skiing into May and possibly beyond.
Teachers and students rally at Colorado capitol on DPS mental health day
Hundreds of people gathered in Denver at the Colorado State Capitol as teachers organized a rally to express their concerns about safety after this week's shooting at East High School.
Denver wants volunteers to serve on "sidewalk ordinance task force"
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is searching for people to serve on the task force that will meet every week for the next five months.
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Broncos ask selected fans for opinions on future of stadium
The Denver Broncos are looking for feedback on the future of Empower Field at Mile High.
Player charged after throwing punch following Bowling Green-Memphis game
Video of the incident showed Jamirah Shutes' teammate quickly escorting her off the court while Elissa Brett's teammates checked on her.
March Madness: Colorado's resurgence relies on grit, no fear buffs
The 61-53 overtime win over third-seeded Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium this week vaulted Colorado to the Sweet 16 for the first time in 20 years, giving the Buffaloes a matchup against second-seeded Iowa and Hawkeyes superstar Caitlin Clark on Friday in Seattle.
Track and field's governing body excludes transgender women from female events
The ruling will go into effect on March 31, which is also the Transgender Day of Visibility.
Avs fall to Penguins 5-2 at Ball Arena
It was a missed opportunity for Colorado, which could've pulled into a three-way tie with Dallas and Minnesota in the Central Division with a victory.
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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.
EPA to regulate toxic PFAS "forever chemicals," CO water systems affected
For the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency is proposing national legal limits on PFAS in public water supplies. The proposed changes could affect dozens of public water utilities across the state.
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Deal reached after strike which shuttered L.A. schools for 3 days
The Los Angeles Unified School District, the second-largest in the nation, was forced to close for three days as tens of thousands of support staff and teachers walked off the job to protest low wages.
House Intel panel chair weighs in on Xi visit, origins of Covid
GOP Rep. Mike Turner also discussed the impending declassification of intelligence on the the origins of COVID-19.
Referee who survived heart attack reunites with player who saved him
John Sculli, a basketball referee, was officiating a semi-pro game when he collapsed.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case could hinge on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, according to legal experts.
Trump 2020 press communications director to join pro-DeSantis super PAC
Erin Perrine is joining the "Never Back Down" super PAC supporting a DeSantis 2024 run, CBS News is first to report.
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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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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.
Banner Health North Colorado Medical Center ICU staff receives lifesaving award
After three years of combating the COVID-19 pandemic on the front lines in northern Colorado, the ICU staff at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley has been recognized with the American Red Cross's Life Saving Organization Hero of the Year award.
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 gets "C+" for clean water in schools
Colorado received a C+ when it comes to clean water in schools, up from 2019 when Colorado earned an "F."
Rep. Diana DeGette introduces bill to improve air quality in underserved areas
One week after visiting the Elyria-Swansea neighborhood in Denver, Rep. Diana DeGette, a Democrat who represents Colorado's 1st Congressional District, has introduced legislation aimed at environmental justice.
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Winter Park to keep Mary Jane open for late season skiing in May
Thanks to consistent recent snowfall, Winter Park says they'll keep the Mary Jane side of the mountain open for skiing into May and possibly beyond.
Snow Friday night into Saturday morning plus cold all weekend
A chilly early spring storm system will bring snow back to the mountains on Friday and eventually snow to Denver and the Front Range late Friday night.
This month is on track to be Denver's least snowiest March in 6 years
While record snow has fallen in some mountain areas this month, Denver and Colorado's Front Range has experienced the least amount of March snow since 2017.
Snow causes winter driving conditions in the mountains, rain possible in the metro area
A complex storm system coming from California will continue causing snow in the mountains through Wednesday night.
Very active weather Wednesday coming for Colorado
Snow will really ramp up in the high country and stick around through most of Wednesday before tapering in the late evening.
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Celebrate Denver's first-ever Black Restaurant Week
Denver's first-ever Black Restaurant Week continues through Sunday.
Denver Broncos ask selected fans for opinions on future of Empower Field at Mile High
The Denver Broncos are looking for feedback on the future of Empower Field at Mile High.
Woman confined to wheelchair after being shot by 12-year-old suspect
A woman in Pueblo has been confined to a wheelchair after she was shot in the back. Police say the suspect is 12 years old.
East High student finds a love of STEM through robotics
The East High School team spent Friday competing in the Colorado First Robotics competition.
Chance For Quick Snow Early Saturday Morning
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