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Former Colorado DNA analyst accused of manipulating data pleads not guilty
Yvonne "Missy" Woods, a former DNA analyst with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to the 102 charges she's facing related to allegedly mishandling or manipulating data in dozens of criminal investigations.
Clean water project in Colorado on hold due to ICE debate in D.C.
An effort to further secure clean water for the City of Greeley is currently held up due to Congress and disagreements over funding the federal government.
Lindsey Vonn shares update after 3rd surgery: "I'm making progress"
The 41-year-old American came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics and crashed seconds into her downhill race on Sunday.
Colorado figure skating duo win Olympic gold after surgeries, concussion
Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea won their medals in the "pairs free skate" event on Sunday. It was in mid-January that they would be among 16 skaters representing the United States at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games.
Denver synagogue still working to reopen following five-alarm fire
Hidden within the flames of last month's massive apartment complex fire in Denver on Leetsdale Drive was a small Jewish synagogue, Koholet.
Colorado man accused of calling bomb threat at court ahead of sentencing hearing
A man has been charged in connection with a bomb threat he allegedly made last week at the Adams County Courthouse. Records show that he had a hearing scheduled that day at that courthouse to be sentenced in a previous case.
Colorado helps lead national study on multi-cancer blood tests
The University of Colorado Cancer Center at CU Anschutz has been selected by the National Cancer Institute as one of just eight hubs nationwide to evaluate new multi‑cancer detection blood tests, part of a national pilot called the Vanguard Study.
Denver Nuggets hit the court for Special Olympics basketball clinic
The Denver Nuggets hit the court not to practice for the next big game but to shoot hoops with some athletes from Special Olympics Colorado.
"Survivor" celebrates its 50th season with nationwide challenge
"Survivor" is inviting viewers across the US to play along with a first-of-its-kind nationwide scavenger hunt.
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Big snow across Colorado's high country, rain in Denver on Thursday
Joe Ruch is tracking rain and snow across Colorado.
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Bondi had list of a Democratic lawmaker's Epstein files "search history"
A high-profile House Democrat is accusing Attorney General Pam Bondi of "spying" on her search history while she pored through Jeffrey Epstein-related documents.
Mystery of the missing minute from Epstein jail solved
Documents that were part of the Epstein files release help explain why a video released from the night of Epstein's death was missing one minute close to midnight.
Trump says governors from both parties are invited to White House, except 2 Democrats
President Trump says nearly all governors are welcome at the White House for a formal meeting and dinner next week, though the Democratic governors of Maryland and Colorado are still being excluded.
Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
The Trump administration is trying to supercharge the race to dominate artificial intelligence by fast-tracking federal permits for data centers, but some local homeowners are raising concerns.
House approves the SAVE America Act as GOP makes election bill push
The SAVE America Act would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
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Bill proposal creates shorter window for social media, dating sites to comply with warrants
Grieving parents went before state lawmakers to demand more accountability from social media companies.
Former Colorado DNA analyst accused of manipulating data pleads not guilty, trial date set
Yvonne "Missy" Woods, a former DNA analyst with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to the 102 charges she's facing related to allegedly mishandling or manipulating data in dozens of criminal investigations.
Big snow across Colorado's high country, rain in Denver on Thursday
Joe Ruch is tracking rain and snow across Colorado.
Greeley clean water project on hold due to ICE debate in Washington
An effort to further secure clean water for the City of Greeley is currently held up due to Congress and disagreements over funding the federal government.
Colorado helps lead national study on multi-cancer blood tests
The University of Colorado Cancer Center has been selected by the National Cancer Institute as one of just eight hubs nationwide to evaluate new multi‑cancer detection blood tests.
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Colorado helps lead national study on multi-cancer blood tests
The University of Colorado Cancer Center at CU Anschutz has been selected by the National Cancer Institute as one of just eight hubs nationwide to evaluate new multi‑cancer detection blood tests, part of a national pilot called the Vanguard Study.
Denver-based Good Eaters shares healthy food ideas for parents
Lydia Howerton of Good Eaters showed how easy it is to bake her gluten-free zucchini brownies.
Some providers in Colorado concerned about cuts in public health funding
In Colorado, it's not yet clear exactly how much funding will be cut for public health services, but organizations like the Colorado Health Network are bracing for impact.
Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
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Colorado law expands Black history studies in all K-12 schools
Colorado's HB25-1149 law requires K-12 public schools to integrate comprehensive Black history and cultural studies into their curriculum by 2028.
History Colorado exhibit shares stories of historic Black-owned mountain resort
Lincoln Hills, once the largest African American recreational resort west of the Mississippi, was created in response to segregation. Its enduring impact is now on display at History Colorado.
How Black Colorado businessmen changed voting rights across the nation
Local Black businessmen organized in 1865 after learning about the language proposed for a Colorado constitution. They changed history far beyond the territory.
Study aims to uncover how state caused harm to Black Coloradans
The Black Equity study focuses on ways that Black Coloradans faced discrimination in access to wealth, education, health and justice.
Sky Blue Builders founder reflects on receiving MLK Business Award
From learning English here, to succeeding in sports, and building a growing business that's now employee-owned, Mowa Haile says he loves Colorado's sense of community.
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Meet Honey
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Glenwood Caverns files for bankruptcy 5 years after death of 6-year-old
The filing comes months after a judge ordered the company to pay more than $116 million for its role in the 2021 death of 6-year-old Wongel Estifanos.
Hearings spike in months following change to Denver parking dispute process
Denver drivers continue to be impacted by a change in how parking tickets are disputed. That system changed in September, when the city eliminated the ability to dispute parking tickets online.
Former Denver police chief to run for Denver City Council
Former Denver Police Chief Paul Pazen, who retired as chief in 2022, plans to announce next week that he is running for a seat on Denver City Council.
Clear Creek Schools say water supply for fighting fires in question after dispute
Colorado parents are raising concerns after a dispute between their school district and its water provider put the school's future firefighting water supply in question.
Trial ordered for man who allegedly body slammed lawyer
An Arapahoe County judge ordered Aurora resident Daniel Alexander Ashby to stand trial for felony assault, after witnesses say Ashby body-slammed defense lawyer H. Michael Steinberg in a courthouse hallway last December.
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A window on the world of firefighting in rural Colorado
They are the images of firefighters at work, captured in moments of candor and concern; moments held still by a photographer's camera.
Martin Luther King Jr. Marade in Denver
A large crowd turned up in Denver in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Former Colorado DNA analyst accused of manipulating data pleads not guilty
Yvonne "Missy" Woods, a former DNA analyst with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to the 102 charges she's facing related to allegedly mishandling or manipulating data in dozens of criminal investigations.
Clean water project in Colorado on hold due to ICE debate in D.C.
An effort to further secure clean water for the City of Greeley is currently held up due to Congress and disagreements over funding the federal government.
Lindsey Vonn shares update after 3rd surgery: "I'm making progress"
The 41-year-old American came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics and crashed seconds into her downhill race on Sunday.
Colorado figure skating duo win Olympic gold after surgeries, concussion
Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea won their medals in the "pairs free skate" event on Sunday. It was in mid-January that they would be among 16 skaters representing the United States at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games.
Denver synagogue still working to reopen following five-alarm fire
Hidden within the flames of last month's massive apartment complex fire in Denver on Leetsdale Drive was a small Jewish synagogue, Koholet.
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Bill proposal creates shorter window for social media, dating sites to comply with warrants
Grieving parents went before state lawmakers to demand more accountability from social media companies.
Former Colorado DNA analyst accused of manipulating data pleads not guilty, trial date set
Yvonne "Missy" Woods, a former DNA analyst with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to the 102 charges she's facing related to allegedly mishandling or manipulating data in dozens of criminal investigations.
Big snow across Colorado's high country, rain in Denver on Thursday
Joe Ruch is tracking rain and snow across Colorado.
Greeley clean water project on hold due to ICE debate in Washington
An effort to further secure clean water for the City of Greeley is currently held up due to Congress and disagreements over funding the federal government.
Colorado helps lead national study on multi-cancer blood tests
The University of Colorado Cancer Center has been selected by the National Cancer Institute as one of just eight hubs nationwide to evaluate new multi‑cancer detection blood tests.
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Colorado figure skating duo win Olympic gold after surgeries, concussion
Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea won their medals in the "pairs free skate" event on Sunday. It was in mid-January that they would be among 16 skaters representing the United States at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games.
Breezy Johnson has plans for her repaired gold medal
Team USA star skier Breezy Johnson talks with CBS News about her broken Olympic medal, a superstition, and what keeps her motivated on the slopes.
Denver Nuggets hit the court for Special Olympics basketball clinic
The Denver Nuggets hit the court not to practice for the next big game but to shoot hoops with some athletes from Special Olympics Colorado.
Lindsey Vonn shares update after 3rd surgery: "I'm making progress"
The 41-year-old American came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics and crashed seconds into her downhill race on Sunday.
Maxim Naumov makes Olympic debut 1 year after parents killed in midair collision
Maxim Naumov's score Tuesday was enough to make it through the short program, giving him another opportunity to perform when the men's free skate takes place Friday night.
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Mystery of the missing minute from Epstein jail solved
Documents that were part of the Epstein files release help explain why a video released from the night of Epstein's death was missing one minute close to midnight.
Breezy Johnson has plans for her repaired gold medal
Team USA star skier Breezy Johnson talks with CBS News about her broken Olympic medal, a superstition, and what keeps her motivated on the slopes.
Stellantis issues "do not drive" warning for cars with unrepaired air bags
Stellantis is telling owners of the affected vehicles not to drive them until a potentially dangerous air bag is replaced. See which models are affected.
James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
Lindsey Vonn shares update after 3rd surgery: "I'm making progress"
The 41-year-old American came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics and crashed seconds into her downhill race on Sunday.
Latest Political Updates
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Bondi had list of a Democratic lawmaker's Epstein files "search history"
A high-profile House Democrat is accusing Attorney General Pam Bondi of "spying" on her search history while she pored through Jeffrey Epstein-related documents.
Mystery of the missing minute from Epstein jail solved
Documents that were part of the Epstein files release help explain why a video released from the night of Epstein's death was missing one minute close to midnight.
Trump says governors from both parties are invited to White House, except 2 Democrats
President Trump says nearly all governors are welcome at the White House for a formal meeting and dinner next week, though the Democratic governors of Maryland and Colorado are still being excluded.
Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
The Trump administration is trying to supercharge the race to dominate artificial intelligence by fast-tracking federal permits for data centers, but some local homeowners are raising concerns.
House approves the SAVE America Act as GOP makes election bill push
The SAVE America Act would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
Health News
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Colorado helps lead national study on multi-cancer blood tests
The University of Colorado Cancer Center at CU Anschutz has been selected by the National Cancer Institute as one of just eight hubs nationwide to evaluate new multi‑cancer detection blood tests, part of a national pilot called the Vanguard Study.
Denver-based Good Eaters shares healthy food ideas for parents
Lydia Howerton of Good Eaters showed how easy it is to bake her gluten-free zucchini brownies.
Some providers in Colorado concerned about cuts in public health funding
In Colorado, it's not yet clear exactly how much funding will be cut for public health services, but organizations like the Colorado Health Network are bracing for impact.
Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
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Stellantis issues "do not drive" warning for cars with unrepaired air bags
Stellantis is telling owners of the affected vehicles not to drive them until a potentially dangerous air bag is replaced. See which models are affected.
Glenwood Caverns files for bankruptcy 5 years after death of 6-year-old
The filing comes months after a judge ordered the company to pay more than $116 million for its role in the 2021 death of 6-year-old Wongel Estifanos.
Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
The Trump administration is trying to supercharge the race to dominate artificial intelligence by fast-tracking federal permits for data centers, but some local homeowners are raising concerns.
How slower U.S. population growth could impact the economy
A slowdown in immigration and lower birth rates could crimp the U.S. economy by shrinking the nation's workforce, researchers say
Employers added 130,000 jobs in January, topping expectations
Surprise burst in hiring across the U.S. last month shows the labor market remains on solid ground.
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Glenwood Caverns files for bankruptcy 5 years after death of 6-year-old
The filing comes months after a judge ordered the company to pay more than $116 million for its role in the 2021 death of 6-year-old Wongel Estifanos.
Hearings spike in months following change to Denver parking dispute process
Denver drivers continue to be impacted by a change in how parking tickets are disputed. That system changed in September, when the city eliminated the ability to dispute parking tickets online.
Former Denver police chief to run for Denver City Council
Former Denver Police Chief Paul Pazen, who retired as chief in 2022, plans to announce next week that he is running for a seat on Denver City Council.
Clear Creek Schools say water supply for fighting fires in question after dispute
Colorado parents are raising concerns after a dispute between their school district and its water provider put the school's future firefighting water supply in question.
Trial ordered for man who allegedly body slammed lawyer
An Arapahoe County judge ordered Aurora resident Daniel Alexander Ashby to stand trial for felony assault, after witnesses say Ashby body-slammed defense lawyer H. Michael Steinberg in a courthouse hallway last December.