'Found Me Half Frozen A Few Times': Living On The Street Comes With Health Risks
About 6,000 people are living on Denver's streets, and temperatures below freezing are a real danger to them.
About 6,000 people are living on Denver's streets, and temperatures below freezing are a real danger to them.
CBS4's Spread the Warmth campaign supports the Denver Rescue Mission, and it's programs that help people out of homelessness.
Michelle has a lease to a new apartment after spending about 10-years living in homelessness.
The Denver Rescue Mission saw a spike in need as wintry weather moved into Denver.
The Denver Rescue Mission received more than $2 million worth of grant from the city for renovations and expanded services during the day.
The Denver Rescue Mission has launched a new program that's meant to build relationships and trust with those living on the streets.
CBS4 is partnered with the Denver Rescue Mission to Spread the Warmth this winter.
Friday, a Denver County Judge struck down the camping ban saying it violates the 8th Amendment.
Hundreds of people enjoyed a holiday meal at the Denver Rescue Mission on Monday.
Denver Rescue Mission rescheduled their Thanksgiving Banquet-in-a-Box pickup because of Monday's snowstorm.
The Denver Rescue Mission distributes 15,000 turkeys to those experiencing homelessness each year around the holidays.
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The Denver Rescue Mission is helping people get back on their feet by giving them a set of wheels. The Give A Vehicle program has been around for more than 20 years.
Organizers say the program helps build self-confidence and offers other assistance to enable people to move forward in life.
The Denver Rescue Mission and Volunteers of America helped hundreds celebrate the Easter holiday a little early on Friday.
Many employers encourage their workers to volunteer but Denver's Department of Public Safety is taking it a step further.
Many formerly homeless men turn to the Denver Rescue Mission for drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
After being homeless with her family, Natalie is in a transitional housing program that is allowing her to become self-sufficient.
CBS4 is partnered with the Denver Rescue Mission to raise money and awareness for people experiencing homelessness during the Colorado winter.
It's a President's Day tradition, when top leaders in Colorado take some time away from the office to volunteer at the Denver Rescue Mission.
The Denver Rescue Mission is committed to helping people experiencing homelessness find permanent housing.
The dramatic drop in temperatures Monday is a reminder of the challenges for people living on the streets to stay warm and avoid serious conditions like frostbite.
CBS4 has partnered with the Denver Rescue Mission to spread the warmth to people experiencing homelessness.
The many charities which serve Colorado's homeless are coming together to make sure they are protected from the dangerous cold temperatures.
CBS4 anchors helped serve a holiday dinner with all the trimmings to those less fortunate at the Denver Rescue Mission on Friday.
On the last day of the legislative session, state lawmakers approved one of the biggest investments in child welfare in years.
Florida sheriff deputies burst into the wrong apartment and fatally shot Senior Airman Roger Fortson, Civil rights attorney Ben Crump said.
The league announced on Wednesday that Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic won the NBA Kia MVP for the third time in his career.
The $33 million Great Lengths for the High Line campaign aims "to breathe new life" and ensure the canal's preservation for generations to come.
Four flight attendants who worked at major international airlines and flew from the U.S. to the Dominican Republic were charged for allegedly smuggling drug money.
On the last day of the legislative session, state lawmakers approved one of the biggest investments in child welfare in years.
The league announced on Wednesday that Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic won the NBA Kia MVP for the third time in his career.
The $33 million Great Lengths for the High Line campaign aims "to breathe new life" and ensure the canal's preservation for generations to come.
On Feb. 14, investigators believe that Antonio Vasquez, 19, and Jason Trujillo, Jr., 17, shot Dacien Salazar, 19.
Investigators said genetic genealogy DNA helped solve her murder that happened nearly 50 years ago.
After winning the award, Jokic addressed the media and thanked his teammates, coaches and commended the other candidates in the MVP race.
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As CEO of the High Line Canal Conservancy, LaMair visits the 71-mile High Line Canal Trail often. Lately, her trips are along the northeast side in Aurora.
For the regular season, the now three-time MVP winner nearly averaged a triple-double with 26.4 points per game, 9.0 assists per game and 12.4 rebounds per game in 34.6 minutes played per game. He also shot 58.3% from the field, 35.9% from behind the arc and 81.7% at the free throw line.
CBS News Colorado Political Specialist Shaun Boyd spoke with members of legislation after lawmakers approved one of Colorado's biggest investments in child welfare in years.
The league announced on Wednesday that Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic won the NBA Kia MVP for the third time in his career.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray apologized for his actions during the Nuggets game 2 loss to Minnesota, resulting in a $100,000 fine by the NBA.
Long-time Denver Broncos assistant coach Joe Collier passed Monday night at his home in Littleton.
Tad Boyle announced on Tuesday that former basketball great Danny Manning has been hired as an assistant coach for the University of Colorado men's basketball team.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Florida sheriff deputies burst into the wrong apartment and fatally shot Senior Airman Roger Fortson, Civil rights attorney Ben Crump said.
Four flight attendants who worked at major international airlines and flew from the U.S. to the Dominican Republic were charged for allegedly smuggling drug money.
Greene's move marked a reversal from a day earlier, when the Georgia Republican appeared to retreat from her threat to trigger a vote to remove Johnson as speaker.
Almost 650,000 people aged 18 to 64 died of a drug overdose from 2011 to 2021, researchers found.
The Biden administration is planning to announce a new regulation designed to allow immigration officials to deport migrants ineligible for U.S. asylum earlier in the process.
On the last day of the legislative session, state lawmakers approved one of the biggest investments in child welfare in years.
Greene's move marked a reversal from a day earlier, when the Georgia Republican appeared to retreat from her threat to trigger a vote to remove Johnson as speaker.
The Biden administration is planning to announce a new regulation designed to allow immigration officials to deport migrants ineligible for U.S. asylum earlier in the process.
Kennedy campaign spokesperson Stefanie Spear said in a statement that "the issue was resolved more than 10 years ago, and he is in robust physical and mental health."
A senior administration official linked the pause to Israel's operation in Rafah.
Almost 650,000 people aged 18 to 64 died of a drug overdose from 2011 to 2021, researchers found.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
A video that's amassed hundreds of thousands of views on social media shows an unlicensed hot dog vendor getting arrested by Denver police. It's sparked a fierce debate about how the city should handle these food and merchandise sellers.
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This year there is something a little different about the program centered around a rotating list of food trucks designed to get people outside during the warmer months.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Starbucks, once one of America's most cherished brands, is in a rut. Even long-time former CEO Howard Schultz is worried.
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
"Happiness, peace, and dreams aren't for other communities. These goals are accessible to us as well," one grant recipient said. "I was so proud, because I realized in that moment I was breaking a cycle."
Investors are now closely watching what is happening in the Iran-Israel conflict in the Middle East because of its impact on their investments.
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A Denver nonprofit that works with communities to plant trees and improve parks is having a special giveaway, providing trees for free and at a discount.
You've probably noticed recently the amount or quantity in a package of food or house supplies is decreasing, while the price is increasing.