Kroger to pay up to $1.4 billion to settle opioid lawsuits
The grocery store chain said most of the money will go to states, local governments and Native American tribes.
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King Soopers Strike Begins, Union Says Grocery Store Has 'Unfair Labor Practices'
Thousands of grocery store employees in Colorado are on strike after negotiations between the union and King Soopers fell apart.
King Soopers Ending Mask Requirement For Fully Vaccinated Customers And Workers
Starting on Thursday, King Soopers and City Market stores will no longer require customers, employees and vendors to wear face masks -- if they are fully vaccinated
Kroger Chief Executive Gets 6% Raise While Median Worker Pay Drops 8%
Kroger's top executive, Rodney McMullen, received a compensation package worth more than $22 million, while the median employee pay dropped to $24,617.
Boulder King Soopers No Longer A Crime Scene After Shooting
The King Soopers store on Table Mesa in Boulder where the mass shooting happened last month is no longer a crime scene.
Boulder King Soopers Could Re-Open As Early As April 24 Following Mass Shooting, Employee Says
A King Soopers Employee, who witnessed the March 22 attack on her place of work, tells CBS4 the company is planning to remodel the store and could reopen as early as April 24.
Social Security Numbers Among Data Threatened In Kroger Data Breach
Kroger said the breach did not affect Kroger stores' IT systems or grocery store systems or data.
Coin Shortage Blamed On Consumer Demand And COVID-19
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, coins have suddenly become the form of currency most sought out by many businesses.
King Soopers Will Require Customers To Wear Masks Starting Next Wednesday
King Soopers has about 20 locations in the Denver metro area.
King Soopers Not Giving Change Back In Coins Due To Shortage
Kroger, the company that owns King Soopers, said the Federal Reserve is experiencing a significant coin shortage during the coronavirus pandemic.
Kroger Making At-Home Coronavirus Tests Available To Its Workers For Free
Kroger, the parent company of King Soopers, says it has created an at-home coronavirus test kit, and is making them available to its employees for free.
Kroger Plans To End $2/Hour 'Hero Pay' Increase May 17
"Please support your community grocery workers—our #EssentialHeroes—by telling Kroger how you feel about their takeaway of the Hero bonus," union officials urged.
Kroger Donating 200,000 Gallons Of Milk To Food Banks
Milk that is typically sold to restaurants, hotels and schools will be donated to food banks to support children and families through the summer months.
'Hero Bonus': Kroger Announces Temporary $2/Hour Pay Raise For Frontline Workers
The parent company of King Soopers and City Market will add $2 to associates' standard pay rate -- for hours worked March 29 through April 18.
Kroger Rolls Out New Auto Sale Service
King Soopers and City Markets have formed a new partnership to sell cars.
King Soopers To Phase Out Plastic Bags By 2025
The grocery store chain Kroger announced a program Thursday that will transition their stores to get rid of plastic bags and to use solely reusable bags over the next seven years.
Plastic Bags To Be Phased Out At King Soopers, City Market
The parent company of both King Soopers and City Market grocery stores announced plans Thursday morning to get rid of plastic bags used for bagging groceries.
RECALL ALERT: Salads, Wraps From Kroger, Trader Joe's, Walgreens May Be Contaminated
The cyclospora parasite can cause diarrhea and frequent, sometimes explosive bowel movements.
Children's Liquid Cold Medicine Recall Expands, Includes Colorado Retailers
A warning has been issued for parents to look closely at any children's liquid cold medicine bottles they may have as retailers are recalling products over the risk of a potential overdose.
Most Wrongful-Death Lawsuits Settled In Listeria Outbreak
A Denver judge wrapped up most of the wrongful-death lawsuits stemming from a 2011 listeria outbreak that killed more than 30 people and sickened more than 140 others.
Walmart Settles With Colorado Cantaloupe Victims
Walmart said Tuesday that the company has agreed to settle claims from many of the families of victims who died in a 2011 listeria outbreak that killed 33 people and was traced to a Colorado cantaloupe farm.
Centennial Man Wins $7M In 'Popcorn Lung' Case
A Centennial man has won a $7 million verdict in the so-called "microwave popcorn lung" case.
Kroger Mulls 2 Percent Discount For Paying With Cash
The nation's largest grocery store chain is considering offering customers a two percent discount if they pay with cash.
Colorado Warns People To Check For Recalled Turkey
Colorado health officials are warning people to check any packages of ground turkey they may have to see if they're included in a nationwide recall.
Shear Bliss For Colorado Sheep Farmers
The U.S. sheep industry is enjoying prices buoyed by rising domestic and international demand for lamb meat and wool.
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Many Colorado power grids aren't ready for EV charging surge
CBS News Colorado has learned many power grids in Colorado aren't ready to handle increased energy demands to charge all of the electric vehicles expected in Colorado in the coming years. One expert says upgrading grids will be "challenging, to say the least."
Mother Cabrini Shrine to celebrate day commemorating patron saint of immigrants
As Colorado continues to see an influx of migrants, the state celebrates a new figure in place of Christopher Columbus.
Body recovered from Chatfield Reservoir after search for missing paddleboarder
Dozens of first responders were assisting in the search Sunday afternoon. At 4:30 p.m., South Metro Fire said what started as a search for a missing person is now being treated as a recovery.
First genuine cold front of the season arrives soon, mountain snow likely
Denver and the Front Range will experience one more unusually warm day on Monday before a strong cold front brings quick changes.
Frontier reaches settlement with pilots, allowing lactation in cockpit
Frontier Airlines, the Denver-based budget airline company, says it will update and clarify its policies on lactating and pregnancy after reaching a settlement with several of its pilots and the government following a civil rights lawsuit.
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Mother Cabrini Shrine to celebrate day commemorating patron saint of immigrants
As Colorado continues to see an influx of migrants, the state celebrates a new figure in place of Christopher Columbus.
Body recovered from Chatfield Reservoir after search for missing paddleboarder
Dozens of first responders were assisting in the search Sunday afternoon. At 4:30 p.m., South Metro Fire said what started as a search for a missing person is now being treated as a recovery.
First genuine cold front of the season arrives soon, mountain snow likely
Denver and the Front Range will experience one more unusually warm day on Monday before a strong cold front brings quick changes.
Frontier reaches settlement with pilots, allowing lactation in cockpit
Frontier Airlines, the Denver-based budget airline company, says it will update and clarify its policies on lactating and pregnancy after reaching a settlement with several of its pilots and the government following a civil rights lawsuit.
Woman dies in Denver Downtown Detention Center
Few details were available, but the sheriff's department said the woman was found unresponsive in her cell. Medical staff at the jail, and then paramedics, tried to save her but were unsuccessful. She's at least the third person to die in the jail this year.
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Mother Cabrini Shrine to celebrate day commemorating patron saint of immigrants
As Colorado continues to see an influx of migrants, the state celebrates a new figure in place of Christopher Columbus.
Colorado's power grid not ready for demand of electric vehicles
CBS News Colorado investigative reporter Kati Weis gets an inside look into why Colorado's power grid is not yet ready for the high increased demand for electric vehicles.
Iron Fire in NW Colorado more than 30% contained
Fire officials issued an update on Sunday afternoon about the Iron Fire, announcing that it is more than 30% contained.
Missing paddleboarder presumed dead in Chatfield Reservoir
Several dozen first responders are searching the Chatfield Reservoir for a missing paddleboarder, officials said Sunday.
Nonprofit steps in to help family being evicted from mobile home
CBS News Colorado reporter Jasmine Arenas provides the latest update about a family who is being evicted from their mobile home unexpectedly and how a nonprofit is stepping in to help halt that process.
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Russell Wilson throws 3 TDs, Broncos rally from 21 down to top Bears 31-28
Russell Wilson threw for three touchdowns, Wil Lutz kicked a tiebreaking field goal with just under two minutes remaining and the Denver Broncos bounced back from one of the most lopsided losses in franchise history by rallying to beat the Chicago Bears 31-28 on Sunday.
Damar Hamlin plays in first regular-season NFL game since cardiac arrest
After being a healthy scratch during the first three weeks of the 2023 season, Hamlin was used on the Bills' special teams unit for kick returns Sunday.
Williams ties career high with 6 TD passes, No. 8 USC withstands late Colorado rally for 48-41 win
It didn't take long for Caleb Williams to realize this wasn't the same Colorado team. That Deion Sanders has brought a different vibe to the sideline, along with a host of celebrity friends.
Folsom Field makes changes to student section amid concerns of fraud
The stadium is expected to be packed on Saturday since the game is sold out, but things will look different for students attending the game.
Coach Prime says CU won't surprise any more opponents
Deion Sanders says there's a reason why Week 3 & 4 were tough sledding for the Buffs.
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Damar Hamlin plays in first regular-season NFL game since cardiac arrest
After being a healthy scratch during the first three weeks of the 2023 season, Hamlin was used on the Bills' special teams unit for kick returns Sunday.
Suspect arrested in murder of Sarah Ferguson's former assistant
Ferguson said she was "shocked and saddened" to learn the news about Jenean Chapman, who was found dead in a suspected homicide, according to police.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman pulls fire alarm ahead of funding bill vote
In a statement, Bowman said that he was "rushing to make" the vote and "came to a door that is usually open for votes but today would not open."
New York City works to dry out after heavy rain, flooding
New York City is recovering after parts of the city were inundated Friday with more than 8 inches of rain in just hours.
Woman sentenced for setting fire to Wyoming's only abortion clinic
Lorna Roxanne Green, 22, of Casper, Wyo. was sentenced to 60 months in prison along with three years of supervised release.
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Food banks ready for anything as government shutdown is averted
As Congress passes legislation to avoid a government shutdown, organizations that rely on federal aid are breathing a temporary sigh of relief. But they still have to wonder what will happen in 45 days.
Rep. Jamaal Bowman pulls fire alarm ahead of funding bill vote
In a statement, Bowman said that he was "rushing to make" the vote and "came to a door that is usually open for votes but today would not open."
Biden tells Congress to "get to work" after averting government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
Governor says if national parks shut down, state should step in
Gov. Jared Polis spoke to a gathering of state tourism officials after issuing an executive order that would mean state help to keep national parks running.
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Some of Colorado's elected leaders are commenting on the passing of Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
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Colo. health officials focus on food poisoning prevention for Food Safety Month
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 48 million people — or one of every six — get food poisoning each year.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
After pharmacists walk out, CVS vows to improve working conditions
CVS Health pharmacists are being run ragged by insufficient staff and corporate quotas that jeopardize patient safety, protest organizers claim.
COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Woman loses ability to walk after contracting West Nile virus
A Colorado woman took a trip up to the high country last summer for a getaway with her husband. She came back with a case of West Nile virus.
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Biden tells Congress to "get to work" after averting government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
Latina-owned restaurant serves up slices of Peruvian culture
Rosario's Peruvian Restaurant in Longmont has become a staple in the Denver metro area over the last 10 years, thanks to the determination and passion for cooking by the restaurant's owner.
Girl Scout cookie prices are rising due to the bite of inflation
Girl Scout cookies are rising in price across the nation to $6 a box, due to the impact of inflation on cookie ingredients and manufacturing.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
5in1 Rocker Bassinets sold online at Walmart.com and other websites pose suffocation, strangulation and fall hazards, regulators warn.
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Food banks ready for anything as government shutdown is averted
As Congress passes legislation to avoid a government shutdown, organizations that rely on federal aid are breathing a temporary sigh of relief. But they still have to wonder what will happen in 45 days.
Potential government shutdown has food pantries preparing for increased need
Across Colorado, food banks many of which are already helping more people in need than ever are preparing for a potential government shutdown and the impact it could have on them.
Legacy program aims to keep longtime Denver businesses open
Denver Economic Development & Opportunity is accepting applications for the city's first-ever Legacy Business program. It's designed to protect and strengthen small, locally owned businesses that've been in Denver for a decade or more.
Great Colorado Payback helps you cash in on unclaimed property
On a sunny summer morning, the Colorado Treasury Department was determined to help Coloradans cash in on benefits.
Making Ends Meet: Colorado Pet Pantry helps those in need feed furry friends
Amid soaring need for donations, the nonprofit is now asking for even more help after its box truck containing food was stolen on Friday.