What You Need Before Heading Out On Colorado's Lakes And Reservoirs
If you're heading out on a boat, you need to make sure your vessel has everything you'll need on it, or you could face a fine.
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The Case For Life Jackets: Rangers Emphasizes Importance Of Flotation Devices After Multiple Water Deaths In Colorado
It's the law for paddleboarders, canoers or kayakers to wear a life vest while on the waters of Lake Dillon, and Summit County Sheriff Ranger Erin Sirek says there's a very good reason for that.
CAN YOU HELP? Colorado Mountain Community Rallies Around Hit & Run Victim
After Juan Pablo Santillan was killed in a hit and run crash Sunday night, his family is asking for help to send his body home to Mexico to his mother.
Is Summer The New Winter In Colorado's High Country?
Now a steady stream of tourists in the summer months have created a profitable season that lasts almost all year long for places like Breckenridge and Frisco.
Magic Mountain Atmosphere: Some Residents In Blue River Were Snowed In After Getting More Than A Foot In Storm
Gary Weessies intended to go hiking and spend some time tromping through a warm spring-time mountain scene on May 20. When he saw the forecast, he changed course.
OSHA Determines Contractor Exposed Workers To Hazards In Deadly Trench Collapse
OSHA has determined that a Breckenridge contractor willfully exposed workers to on-the-job hazards before a deadly trench collapse last year.
Semi Rollover Closes Northbound Highway 9 Near I-70 At Silverthorne
Drivers traveling on North Highway 9 near I-70 in Silverthorne were delayed on Tuesday morning after a semi rolled over.
Forest Crews Take Advantage Of Wet Colorado Weather, Conduct Pile Burns In Summit County
Forest crews in Summit County are taking advantage of this month's wet weather to set their own fires to reduce the risk of wildfires in the future.
Summit School District One Of The First To Ditch Fully Remote Learning Next Year
Keeping fully remote learning going forward would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars.
See Smoke In Summit County? Pile Burning Operations Taking Place
If you see smoke on Wednesday coming from the snowy mountain areas near Frisco, don't call 911.
Prescribed Burn Near Mountain Shooting Range Up For Public Comment By U.S. Forest Service
The public is getting a chance to speak up before the U.S. Forest Service moves forward with a plan to light 44 acres of land on fire.
Mountain Firefighters Track Increasing Call Volumes While Dealing With Unique Challenges
Retention for long-term employees takes a hit when crews start looking for a spot to settle down, but find nowhere nearby that's in their price range.
Dillon Amphitheater Pushes Momentum Into New Summer Season For Big Concerts At Little Venue
The Dillon Amphitheater is a 3 minute drive from Silverthorne and positioned with an incredible view of Lake Dillon and beautiful Colorado mountaintops in the background.
Colorado Mountain Communities Desperate For Affordable Housing & Child Care Help Look To Lodging Tax Bill
Right now, there are 650 people on a waiting list for child care in Summit County.
Colorado Snowpack 'Just Okay' According To State Climatologists
The focus now becomes making sure there's an even temperature for the snowpack to melt.
Deed-Restricted Neighborhood In Summit County Full, Housing Authority Looks To Future Options
It's been an uphill battle for Robert Murphy, Executive Director of the Summit Combined Housing Authority.
Avalanche Cleared As US 6 Reopens Over Loveland Pass Near I-70
A portion of US 6 over Loveland Pass was closed for several hours in Summit County Wednesday due to an avalanche. All lanes reopened a little after 3:30 p.m.
Skiers Evade Washout In 1 Of 2 Summit County Avalanches
Two skiers skied out of one of two backcountry avalanches in Summit County on Saturday.
'It's Brutal': Summit School District Teacher, Union Representative Describes Current Staff Shortage Across Colorado
Liz Waddick loves to teach her students at Summit High School, but she does not love the position the job puts her in daily.
Coloradans From Ukraine Wrestle With Guilt Over Being Away From Home, Searches For Ways To Support Homeland
It's a special kind of helplessness Valentyn Kinash and Andrew Iwashko wake up to each morning, following news of the Russian invasion of their homeland, Ukraine.
Mission Accomplished! Stranger Finds Engagement Ring Lost In Snowbank Thanks To CBS4 Story
Thanks to the call for action and the kindness of a stranger with a metal detector, the ring has been found and is now on its way back to the owners in Texas.
78 Couples Say 'I Do' In Colorado Fashion At 11,215 Feet
As an act of true love, 78 couples pledged their fidelity and commitment at Forest Meadow at Loveland Ski Area on Valentine's Day.
Summit County Rescue Group Responds To Avalanche; Riders Escape
Summit County Rescue Group crews tell CBS4 they responded to an avalanche in Summit County on Sunday.
Bill Aims To Use Lodging Tax Dollars To Curb Housing Crisis, Other Improvements
The lodging tax is most commonly seen on hotel bills around the state, but now some counties are hoping to ask their voters if they'd like to implement one as well, with options on where that extra cash would go.
Coroner IDs Skier Who Died In Crash At Copper Mountain As Nicholas Vigil Of Lakewood
Authorities have released the name of a 24-year-old Lakewood man who died in a ski crash at Copper Mountain ski resort.
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CU Boulder reports sexual assault took place at student housing
CU Boulder police are investigating the report a female student was sexually assaulted at her dorm room.
Families struggle with inflation in back to school supplies
On Thursday, Servicios de la Raza is hosting a Back-To-School supplies drive for the community, giving out backpacks and supplies to any families who need them.
A shift in highway planning: no more capacity
Long-range planning for the segment of the highway no longer involves plans for more lanes.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
Biggest US holding pen planned for wild horses faces suit
Advocates for wild horses are accusing federal land managers of illegally approving plans for the largest U.S. holding facility for thousands of mustangs captured on public rangeland in 10 Western states.
Frank Raymond arrested for sexual assault on a child
Thornton police have arrested Frank Raymond for sexual assault on a child.
STEM School shooting video: roadmap for lessons learned
For the first time, some of the body camera video from the tragic STEM School shooting that happened three years ago has been released.
CO Board of Education to include Nazi in Holocaust studies
Colorado's Board of Education voted to make changes to how students are taught about the Holocaust.
Nuggets regular season schedule released
The Denver Nuggets released their regular season NBA schedule on Wednesday. They will appear on national television 16 times.
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Families struggle with inflation in back to school supplies
On Thursday, Servicios de la Raza is hosting a Back-To-School supplies drive for the community, giving out backpacks and supplies to any families who need them.
A shift in highway planning: no more capacity
Long-range planning for the segment of the highway no longer involves plans for more lanes.
Biggest US holding pen planned for wild horses faces suit
Advocates for wild horses are accusing federal land managers of illegally approving plans for the largest U.S. holding facility for thousands of mustangs captured on public rangeland in 10 Western states.
Frank Raymond arrested for sexual assault on a child
Thornton police have arrested Frank Raymond for sexual assault on a child.
STEM School shooting video: roadmap for lessons learned
For the first time, some of the body camera video from the tragic STEM School shooting that happened three years ago has been released.
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Nuggets regular season schedule released
The Denver Nuggets released their regular season NBA schedule on Wednesday. They will appear on national television 16 times.
Fmr. Broncos LB Gradishar not selected to Pro Football HOF
Former Broncos linebacker Randy Gradishar will have to wait another year to hear his name called for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
CSU to test cannon at football stadium
Firing the cannon at Rams games is a tradition dating back to 1920.
Blackhawks agree to 1-year deal with D Jack Johnson
The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a one-year contract with Jack Johnson after the veteran defenseman helped Colorado win the Stanley Cup last season.
NBA won't hold games on Election Day in effort to encourage fans to vote
As part of what the league is calling a "civic engagement night," all 30 teams will instead play the night before the election.
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STEM School shooting video: roadmap for lessons learned
For the first time, some of the body camera video from the tragic STEM School shooting that happened three years ago has been released.
"Time to review": Mandatory reporters of suspected child abuse
State leaders are reviewing the process to report suspected child abuse including sexting.
Regional Air Quality Council approves plan to reduce ozone pollution
The Regional Air Quality Council has approved a plan to reduce ozone air pollution across nine counties in the Denver metro area. The council passed it with a 20 to one vote Friday afternoon following lengthy public comment.
761 wild horses removed from Colorado's Piceance East Douglas herd area, here's how and why it was done
At the heart of the debate over the roundup lies one major question: Should taxpayers foot the bill for these roundups so ranchers can graze their livestock on the same land for a cheaper price?
Plan advances to reduce Denver metro area ozone pollution, but advocates have concerns
As the EPA is preparing to reclassify nine counties from "serious" to "severe" violators of federal ozone standards, the Regional Air Quality Council is preparing to adopt a plan to reduce ozone pollution.
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Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
Edgewater police: man playing violin is faking it, don't give him $$
Police in Edgewater are warning against giving money to what appears to be a talented musician playing a violin in a parking lot.
38 Colorado children recovered during human trafficking operation
Dozens of children in Colorado were recovered with the help of numerous Front Range law enforcement agencies and organizations during a nationwide sex trafficking operation.
Safe Outdoor Spaces resident moves into permanent housing
The apartment is a major upgrade, after experiencing homelessness for around 8 years.
Ex-cop Lane will report to Colorado prison in Floyd killing
Former Minneapolis police officer Thomas Lane, who was sentenced to 2 1/2 years for violating George Floyd's civil rights, will do his time at a low-security federal prison camp in Colorado.
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Colorado to stop sales tax on diapers and menstrual products
The state estimates the legislation will save Coloradans a combined $9.1 million annually.
Proposed natural gas rule change could mean savings for your pocketbook
The Colorado Public Utilities Commission is considering a rule change that some environmentalists say is fairer to utility customers.
Aurora students going back to school with free school supplies
Aurora students got to meet their teachers and get free school supplies at a back to school kickoff event.
Aurora food bank sees increase in people needing help
The impact of inflation might be felt most of all at the grocery store. That in turn has increased the requests for help at Colorado's food banks.
Boulder Valley School District free meal program ends
The free meal program started during the pandemic will not be extended into the 2022-2023 school year for the Boulder Valley School District.
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Colorado requires licensed professional for radon mitigation
Colorado now requires a licensed professional for radon measurement or radon mitigation services.
Weld County has limited amount of monkeypox vaccines
The Weld County Health Department has a limited amount of monkeypox vaccines available for high-risk people.
Jeffco Public Schools invest over $1.6M in mental health
As Jefferson County Public Schools returns from summer break this week, the state's second largest school district is investing big in its students' mental health, although those changes may not be all that visible.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
Some Capri Sun juice pouches recalled over possible cleaning solution contamination
"Diluted cleaning solution, which is used on food processing equipment, was inadvertently introduced into a production line at one of our factories," Kraft Heinz said.
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First Alert Weather Tracker visits Littleton Center
The First Alert Weather Tracker visits Littleton Center for Western Welcome Week!
Meteorologist Chris Spears is in Littleton with our First Alert Weather Tracker
Meteorologist Chris Spears is in Littleton with our First Alert Weather Tracker.
Back to toasty temperatures and unhealthy air after days of rain
After three consecutive days with rain, much drier and warmer weather returns Wednesday along with higher ozone.
Colorado River Basin restrictions likely just the start
The US Bureau of Reclamation Tuesday said water shortages in the Colorado River have passed a threshold leading to new water restrictions as seven states involved in the Colorado River Compact have failed to reach a new deal to replace the one signed 100 years ago.
Mudslide forces traffic delays outside of Telluride
Heavy rains cause mud to flow outside of Telluride.
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August is Black Business Awareness Month
August is Black Business Awareness Month and there is a competition for Black entrepreneurs to pitch their best ideas.
Dealers rush to sell ghost gun parts before restrictions take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
Denver Public Schools to reconsider Freedom School application
Denver Public Schools will reconsider the Freedom School charter school application.
A shift in highway planning: no more capacity
Long-range planning for the segment of the highway no longer involves plans for more lanes.
Families struggle with inflation as students head back to class
Servicios de la Raza is hosting a Back-To-School supplies drive for the community, giving out backpacks and supplies to any families who need them.