'Reclaiming Union Station': Lawmakers Work To Reduce Drug Use, Violence And Crime
On Thursday, Gov. Jared Polis joined Colorado lawmakers and community members to discuss proposals to reduce drug use, violence and crime at Denver's Union Station.
On Thursday, Gov. Jared Polis joined Colorado lawmakers and community members to discuss proposals to reduce drug use, violence and crime at Denver's Union Station.
Fentanyl has become a focus for Colorado lawmakers as the number of deaths involving the drug continues to climb.
Today 16-year-old Keegan Pyron is back in class and working alongside his peers.
Explore the issues presented in the CBS News Colorado original, "Fentanyl Fast Growing Killer," which will be streamed on CBS News Colorado Friday.
The man accused in an investigation where Denver police uncovered a large supply of various illegal drugs at two homes in the Denver metro area has been released from custody.
Denver police found a large supply of various illegal drugs at two homes in the Denver metro area and arrested a 59-year-old man.
Christopher Huggett also admitted knowing several people had overdosed -- and that some had died -- after using the pills, but continued distributing them throughout Western Colorado.
The San Miguel Sheriff's Office issued a new warning Thursday that pure fentanyl is circulating in the county -- and asked the public to take a look at the packaging.
The Denver Police Department on Thursday announced the arrests of 42 people in a single day at Union Station.
The five people who died of suspected fentanyl overdoses in a suburban Denver apartment included both parents of an infant who was found alive in the home.
The names of the five people who were found dead in a Commerce City apartment after suspected drug use have been released. Authorities believe the deaths were related to the drug fentanyl.
The Commerce City Police Department now confirms investigators received a preliminary positive test result for the presence of fentanyl on narcotics found at the scene of five deaths on Sunday night.
Parents have joined Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser and police to help state lawmakers take action against the increasing threat posed by fentanyl.
An Animas High School student died and two others were hospitalized after reportedly smoking prescription painkillers that may have been laced with fentanyl.
"Trace amounts" of the powerful opioid fentanyl have been found in a Union Station bus terminal bathroom.
A Denver grand jury indicted a group of 11 men and women on 91 criminal counts related to organized crime.
A 41-year-old registered nurse was sentenced to three months in prison following an investigation by federal authorities into his theft and personal use of drugs intended for his hospital's patients.
A 19-year-old Arizona man is under arrest in Colorado's high country after authorities found large amounts of drugs in his car.
For two weeks, Aurora police along with federal and state law enforcement went after the worst of the worst of the wanted.
Ten suspects were arrested with dozens more in custody with possible links to the drug ring and more arrests likely in the future.
Families, school leaders and experts huddled online in a meeting organized for the New Vista High School community to talk about overdoses and pills laced with the powerful painkiller fentanyl.
Investigators say the ring transported large quantities of methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine, and fentanyl from Mexico through U.S. ports of entry into Colorado.
Deputies conducting a routine traffic stop in Adams County took one person into custody after finding methamphetamine, fentanyl, and stacks of cash in the car.
Denver health officials reported a big increase in overdose deaths in the first half of 2020 -- especially those linked to fentanyl.
Researchers are finding environmental factors are becoming increasingly more common causes of IBD, but doctors are still trying to figure out exactly what those factors could be, whether it's things in the diet, in processed foods, use of antibiotics, or something else.
The Denver Nuggets lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves by a score of 98-90 at Ball Arena on Sunday in Game 7.
Children's Hospital Colorado's Clínica de Cirugía Pediátrica -- or Pediatric Surgery Clinic -- is the first of its kind in the Rocky Mountain region. In Colorado, more than 22% of people identify as Hispanic or Latinx.
Both directions of traffic on State Highway 82 near Carbondale were closed Sunday morning due to a mudslide.
Ed Dwight trained to become the first African American astronaut but was never asked to join NASA. He finally flew into space on Sunday.
Researchers are finding environmental factors are becoming increasingly more common causes of IBD, but doctors are still trying to figure out exactly what those factors could be, whether it's things in the diet, in processed foods, use of antibiotics, or something else.
Children's Hospital Colorado's Clínica de Cirugía Pediátrica -- or Pediatric Surgery Clinic -- is the first of its kind in the Rocky Mountain region. In Colorado, more than 22% of people identify as Hispanic or Latinx.
Both directions of traffic on State Highway 82 near Carbondale were closed Sunday morning due to a mudslide.
The 10th Mountain Division Living History Group says their trailer was stolen in Englewood on April 13. It was full of tens of thousands of dollars worth of authentic WWII artifacts and memorabilia the group uses to preserve and share the history of the military skiers and mountaineers who trained in Colorado during World War II.
A felony suspect from an early morning incident in Teller County fled from police in Park County and crashed on the other side of a mountain pass in Summit County on Saturday.
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A statement from Denver Students for a Democratic Society and the Colorado Palestine Coalition says the encampment achieved its goal of exercising free speech and getting MSU to disclose its investments with and from Israel.
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The 10th Mountain Division Living History Group says their trailer was stolen in Englewood on April 13. It was full of tens of thousands of dollars worth of authentic WWII artifacts and memorabilia the group uses to preserve and share the history of the military skiers and mountaineers who trained in Colorado during World War II.
CBS News Colorado Reporter Jasmine Arenas explains how Children's Hospital Colorado offering a new program that provides bilingual consultations for Spanish-speaking patients.
The Denver Nuggets lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves by a score of 98-90 at Ball Arena on Sunday in Game 7.
The Colorado Avalanche season is over after a 2-1 double overtime loss to the Dallas Stars. It came to a close in a hard fought Game 6 at Ball Arena in Denver.
After a tough loss on Thursday night in Minneapolis, the Denver Nuggets will be playing in a Game 7 for the first time since the 2019-2020 season.
Harrison Butker's jersey is currently among the top sellers on the NFL's online store, beating out popular Chiefs teammates such as Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce.
Footage showed top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler handcuffed and walking toward a police car in the morning darkness. He later teed off at the PGA Championship.
Ed Dwight trained to become the first African American astronaut but was never asked to join NASA. He finally flew into space on Sunday.
Iran's president and foreign minister were killed when their helicopter crashed in the mountains in dense fog, state media say.
Is the issue of abortion offsetting the drag on President Biden stemming from inflation nationally and immigration in a state like Arizona?
The former New York mayor was served after his 80th birthday celebration as he was walking to the car, a political adviser said.
IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler are also asking to intervene in the case, arguing the IRS has a conflict of interest in the matter.
Is the issue of abortion offsetting the drag on President Biden stemming from inflation nationally and immigration in a state like Arizona?
The former New York mayor was served after his 80th birthday celebration as he was walking to the car, a political adviser said.
IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler are also asking to intervene in the case, arguing the IRS has a conflict of interest in the matter.
Police released what they say was a suicide note left by Boeing whistleblower John Barnett.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent, and other unaffiliated presidential candidates began gathering signatures this past week to make the November ballot in Colorado.
Children's Hospital Colorado's Clínica de Cirugía Pediátrica -- or Pediatric Surgery Clinic -- is the first of its kind in the Rocky Mountain region. In Colorado, more than 22% of people identify as Hispanic or Latinx.
Hypochlorous acid is the latest skin care ingredient making waves on social media for acne prevention — but is it true? We asked dermatologists.
Private-label food supplier recalls 32-ounce pouches of Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds because of potential contamination.
Since its founding in 2021, young people in 63 Colorado counties have taken part in 47,000 therapy sessions.
A new study finds hospitals with a higher share of women surgeons and and anesthetists shave better patient outcomes.
Aer Lingus touched down at Denver International Airport for the first time from Dublin, Ireland with Denver Mayor Mike Johnston onboard and DIA CEO Phil Washington on board.
The 100% Chinese EV tariffs are meant to head off economic risks, but some Democrats say Chinese EVs should be banned entirely for security reasons.
Twitter has fully migrated over to X.com, owner Elon Musk says. Although the logo and branding had already changed to "X," the domain name was still Twitter.com.
The group Save the Aurora Reservoir asked the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission to hold a public meeting so neighbors can express their opinions about the project.
The manufacturer has received multiple reports of fires and injuries since the ranges were originally recalled more than a decade ago.
From blazers to shoes, women of all shapes and sizes enjoyed a free shopping spree. Some were even able to get a makeover.
This week Denver city officials celebrated the opening of 49 new affordable condos in the Five Points neighborhood.
"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.
Eating a healthy, balanced diet when money is tight can be tough. And it's no secret that food costs have skyrocketed within the past year. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, food costs in 2023 rose 5.8%.