Wildfire Smoke From Out Of State Moves Into Colorado, Not Expected To Be A Health Concern
Coloradans in the high country and along the Front Range woke up to smoky and hazy skies on Monday.
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Grass Fire That Forced Evacuations Near Arvada-Westminster Border Quickly Brought Under Control
A grass fire led to a short evacuation in Arvada near the Westminster border, and fire officials said it is under control.
NCAR Fire Weather Forecast: Warm, Windy And Dry Monday Ahead Of Rain And Snow Late Tuesday
Don't let your guard down with regard to the NCAR Fire on Monday as conditions could be much like they were when the fire started on Saturday.
VIDEO: Hikers Run To Safety From NCAR Fire In Boulder
Jarring video shows the moments flames were engulfing trees near Boulder when hikers are seen running to safety on Saturday.
Gov Polis Shares Remarks On NCAR Fire: 'We Are Thankful For First Responders'
Gov. Jared Polis shared a statement on the NCAR Fire in Boulder.
Firefighters Rush To Another Grass Fire In Denver Metro Area
Firefighters in Denver were seen tackling a grass fire near the Central Park neighborhood on Saturday afternoon.
Lawnmower Suspected Of Starting Grass Fire In Parker
A spark from a lawnmower is blamed for a grass fire in Parker on Saturday as temperatures climbed into the 70s by midday.
Juvenile Arrested, Charged In Starting Grass Fire That Shut Down C470 Last December
A juvenile has been arrested for causing the grass fire that shut down C470 in Littleton at the end of December.
Oak Fire Near C470 And Kipling Was 'Human Caused'
On Monday, a grass fire shut down C470 in Littleton for several hours and prompted orders to evacuate the Ken Caryl Valley subdivision. Now, officials say the fire was caused by humans.
Evacuations At 'Oak Fire' Lifted, C470 Now Back Open
Evacuations were lifted for the Oak Fire in Jefferson County, and C470 is back open.
Chatridge 3 Fire Burns Dangerously Close To Home In Douglas County
Dry weather, warm temperatures and strong winds spelled trouble in Douglas County where a two-alarm fire licked at the doorsteps of a multi-million dollar home.
Chatridge 3 Fire Burns Close To Homes In Douglas County Near Chatfield State Park
South Metro Fire Department responded to a fast-moving grass fire along Santa Fe Drive and worked quickly to try to contain it.
Wildland Fire Near Lockheed Martin Now Fully Contained
South Metro firefighters rushed to a wildland fire near Lockheed Martin in Jefferson County.
Smelling Smoke In Denver? It's Coming From A Fire In Morgan County
A surge of smoke filled the sky in Denver late Saturday afternoon.
Smoke From Grass Fire Near Wiggins Shows Up On Radar
A grass fire sparked near Wiggins, southwest of Fort Morgan, on Saturday afternoon.
Smoke From Fire Burning North Of Louisville Seen For Miles
A fire burning north of Louisville put a lot of smoke into the air that was seen for miles across the Denver metro area on Thursday afternoon.
'Whole Area Was On Fire': Evacuated Residents Watch As Firefighters Battle Platte River Fire
Firefighters continue their battle with the Platte River Fire, Friday, by ground and by air.
Platte River Fire: Evacuations Remain As 30+ Acre Jefferson County Wildfire Burns Near Structures
The Platte River Fire in an area of Jefferson County called Ramona Gulch has burned slightly more than 30 acres.
Oil Well Fire In Bennet Sends Up Plume Of Smoke Seen For Miles
A large plume of smoke could been seen for miles on the south side of the Denver metro area.
39 Road Fire In Mesa County Contained At 85 Acres
Personnel from seven firefighting agencies spent most of Saturday working to control and contain a brush fire southeast of Palisade.
'I See Smoke': Wind-Whipped Morrison Road Fire On Super Bowl Sunday Sent Lakewood Residents Fleeing
Many had to evacuate quickly as the fire burned across parts of Bear Creek Lake Park, Homestead Golf Course and Fox Hollow Golf Course.
Grass Fire Seen For Miles In Unincorporated Arapahoe County
South Metro firefighters rushed to a brush fire in unincorporated Arapahoe County Wednesday night.
Lewstone Fire: Evacuations Ordered As New Fire Flares Up Near Ted's Place
Officials said residents in the evacuation area were in "immediate and imminent danger."
Evacuations For Red Canyon Fire Lifted, Fire Under Control
Residents near Spring Valley, south of Glenwood Springs and north of Carbondale, were told evacuated for a new wildfire Wednesday evening.
Firefighters Quickly Snuff Car Fire In Deer Creek Canyon
Volunteer firefighters helped keep a car fire turning into something worse in Deer Creek Canyon
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USGS believes 'seismic signals' related to RMNP rock slide
The slide happened in the Upper Chaos Canyon area of the park.
Independence Eve setup begins after Stanley Cup rally cleanup
As crews cleaned up from Thursday's Colorado Avalanche Stanley Cup championship parade at Civic Center Park, more crews were simultaneously setting up for Independence Eve.
Independence Eve: Things to know about Sunday's celebration at Civic Center Park
The Civic Center Conservancy is once again hosting the free concert and fireworks show at Civic Center Park. If you're not going in person, you can watch it on CBS News Colorado.
Congress Park Pool Opening Delayed
Denver's Congress Park pool, which underwent a $10.1 million rebuild starting in 2021, will likely not open to the public until late July.
New Colorado tax brings logistical challenges for small businesses
Starting Friday, a new tax is being added to deliveries and ridesharing in Colorado as state lawmakers look to raise more money to improve roads and the quick implementation is causing problems for some small businesses.
Suspects accused in $27,000 rebar theft from Weld Co. business
The Weld County Sheriff's Office is searching for two men suspected of defrauding a local business out of nearly $30,000 worth of steel.
Children's Hospital Colorado in need of new stuffed animals
Young patients draw a lot of comfort when they get a new stuffed animal while in the hospital.
Suspects wanted in shooting death of Daniel Diaz-Rojas
Police in Denver are searching for the suspects and suspect vehicle wanted in a deadly shooting from last month.
114 pounds of pure fentanyl powder discovered in vehicle on I-70
Troopers with the Colorado State Patrol made what they believe is the biggest fentanyl bust on a highway in the United States.
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USGS believes 'seismic signals' related to RMNP rock slide
The slide happened in the Upper Chaos Canyon area of the park.
Independence Eve setup begins after Stanley Cup rally cleanup
As crews cleaned up from Thursday's Colorado Avalanche Stanley Cup championship parade at Civic Center Park, more crews were simultaneously setting up for Independence Eve.
Independence Eve: Things to know about Sunday's celebration at Civic Center Park
The Civic Center Conservancy is once again hosting the free concert and fireworks show at Civic Center Park. If you're not going in person, you can watch it on CBS News Colorado.
Congress Park Pool Opening Delayed
Denver's Congress Park pool, which underwent a $10.1 million rebuild starting in 2021, will likely not open to the public until late July.
New Colorado tax brings logistical challenges for small businesses
Starting Friday, a new tax is being added to deliveries and ridesharing in Colorado as state lawmakers look to raise more money to improve roads and the quick implementation is causing problems for some small businesses.
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Report: Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets agree on record $264M extension
Nikola Jokic has gone from draft pick No. 41, to two-time MVP, and now the holder of the largest contract in NBA history.
Russell Wilson's NFL jersey is the No. 1 seller so far this year
The No. 1 best-selling NFL jersey in 2022 so far is that of the Broncos new starting quarterback.
'All of you are a part of it': Avs soak in Stanley Cup parade and rally
A crowd estimated by Denver's Office of Special Events at over a half million joined the Colorado Avalanche as they raised the Stanley Cup in a two hour long parade that was a lot more like a party. Fans recalled the long time between championships.
Stanley Cup champs, Colorado Avalanche, feeling the love from hundreds of thousands of fans
The Colorado Avalanche relished in the sights and sounds of a parade and rally in their honor for winning the 2022 Stanley Cup championship.
Avs players celebrate during Stanley Cup parade, rally
As Colorado celebrated the Avalanche's third Stanley Cup victory by hosting a parade through Downtown Denver, several players on the team told CBS News Colorado that the crowd is what fueled them to victory.
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Gun violence hot spots make up small area of Denver
Nearly half of all shootings in Denver and a quarter of the city's murders in 2020-2021 took place in just five geographical areas: "hotspots" that only make up 1.56% of Denver's land mass.
Judge denies new trial for convicted killer Harold Henthorn
A federal judge on Thursday denied convicted wife-killer Harold Henthorn a new trial, after Henthorn claimed his trial attorney "acted in his own self-interest, was dishonest" and committed fraud in the course of defending Henthorn.
13 Denver Metro Area Superintendents Voice Support For Adams 14, Following State Board Vote To Reorganize District
Thirteen Denver metro area school superintendents have signed a letter to the Colorado Board of Education saying they're "deeply disappointed" the board would take the unprecedented step of reorganizing the Adams 14 School District.
13 Denver metro area superintendents voice support for Adams 14
Thirteen Denver metro area school superintendents have signed a letter to the Colorado Board of Education saying they're "deeply disappointed" the board would take the unprecedented step of reorganizing the Adams 14 School District.
Larimer County DA Questions Cops 'Unwarranted' DUI Arrests; Says Officer Jason Haferman Showed 'Concerning Judgment'
A second Fort Collins man, Harris Elias, 50, said Thursday he plans to sue Fort Collins police after he was arrested for DUI, spent three days in jail, but his blood test later showed no traces of alcohol or drugs.
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CPW ranger's wildlife videos help Coloradans 'feel like they're a part of it'
From bath time to dinner time, animals of all kinds are caught on camera at Roxborough State Park.
Folsom Field welcomes 'Top Golf Live!'
One of college football's prettiest stadiums is now college football's most beautiful driving range.
Diesel repair shops sentenced for altering emissions
Two out-of-state diesel repair facilities were sentenced this month, and a third will be next month, for conspiring with a Colorado shop to illegally alter the emission controls on more than 100 heavy duty trucks and semis.
Power play: Gabriel Landeskog slings chicken at Raising Cane's
Colorado Avalanche fans got a special treat with their drive-thru lunch order on Wednesday.
Colorado man gored by bison in Yellowstone National Park
A bison gored a Colorado man in Yellowstone National Park.
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Gas tax holiday could save you money at the pump
Gov. Jared Polis says he commends the President's action to provide relief and save people money.
Colorado Food Bank Facing 'The Perfect Storm' With Supply & Demand Amid Soaring Inflation
The Weld Food Bank in northern Colorado said they've seen a 25% increase in demand for their services in recent months as the price for gasoline and groceries climbs to record highs.
Rising Gas Prices & Inflation Force Coloradans To Weigh Essentials
At the gas station, the tank doesn't often get filled lately when Katie Orecchio visits the pumps. It wasn't on Friday.
'I Was Disappointed': Neighbors Impacted By Denver City Council Housing Decision On Affordable Housing Express Frustration
A new measure passed Denver City Council allowing new affordable housing units to be built without parking lots.
Castle Rock's Sturm Campus Grad Lands Lockheed Job At 19; Trajectory Exemplifies Sturm Mission
An effort to bring higher education and industry relevant training to Castle Rock is paying off for the newest graduates of the Sturm Collaboration Campus.
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Children's Hospital Colorado in need of new stuffed animals
Young patients draw a lot of comfort when they get a new stuffed animal while in the hospital.
CDC: Colorado reports 7 cases of monkeypox
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says Colorado has seven cases of monkeypox as of June 29. There are more than 300 cases across the country.
CU Anschutz researchers identify drugs that curb Alzheimer's symptoms
New research at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus finds two FDA-approved drugs improve cognition in patients with Alzheimer's disease.
Combination of facility smoke and stagnant weather puts some Coloradans at greater respiratory risk
For much of the morning on Tuesday, the smell of smoke permeated Denver. A combination of weather and a fire that ignited at an Englewood waste management facility were responsible for the smell.
5 test positive for Monkeypox in Colorado
There are more cases of the monkeypox virus in Colorado
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Expect scattered afternoon storms each day this holiday weekend
Meteorologist Chris Spears has your forecast.
Scattered afternoon storms expected this weekend in Colorado
First Alert Meteorologist Chris Spears says it will be a pretty typical weekend of weather for early July.
More Scattered Afternoon Storms Expected Friday
Meteorologist Chris Spears has your forecast.
Showers And Thunderstorms Bringing In Much Needed Rain
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First Alert Weather Visit: Goddard School in Littleton
Meteorologist Dave Aguilera takes his tornado machine to schools all across the Front Range.
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Gross Reservoir reopens for recreation after deadly accident
Gross Reservoir will reopen for recreation after it was closed for a couple of weeks following a deadly accident.
Suspects accused in $27,000 rebar theft from Weld County business
The Weld County Sheriff's Office is searching for two men suspected of defrauding a local business out of nearly $30,000 worth of steel.
Police search for suspects wanted in shooting death of Daniel Diaz-Rojas
Police in Denver are searching for the suspects and suspect vehicle wanted in a deadly shooting from last month.
Search for Douglas County sexual assault suspect Andrew Rosa
The search continues for a sexual assault suspect wanted in Douglas County.
Jury in Arapahoe County reaches guilty verdict in 40-year-old cold case
The victim was shot multiple times and found dead in her home.