The danger of avalanches: Will 2021 be the worst year ever?
In Western states this winter's weather has produced snowpack conditions that are making avalanches even more threatening than usual.
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Report details mishandling of Elijah McClain's fatal arrest
Officers failed to develop reasonable suspicion a crime had occurred and used force nearly constantly, the report found.
Denver program to swap cops for health workers "saves lives," police say
One study found that those who have an untreated severe mental illness are involved in up to half of all fatal police shootings.
3 skiers found dead after large Colorado avalanche
Officials said crews worked for 12 hours to recover the bodies which were buried under 20 feet of avalanche debris.
Power outage ruins 165 doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Staff were able to administer some of the vaccines – but had to throw out more.
New coronavirus variant found in 2 states
A new, potentially more contagious variant of the coronavirus first reported in the U.K. has been discovered in California and Colorado. Dr. Stanley Perlman, a pediatric infectious diseases physician and professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Iowa, joins CBSN to answer key questions about this new virus strain.
Case of new COVID strain confirmed in California
Two states have reported cases of a fast-spreading variant of the coronavirus that was first reported in the U.K., and Dr. Anthony Fauci is warning that it’s likely to appear in more. Meg Oliver reports.
Colorado governor on COVID-19 variant
Colorado officials are investigating a second suspected case of a fast-spreading COVID-19 variant, after America's first case was reported in the state on Tuesday. Colorado Governor Jared Polis joins CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca to discuss the variant and his state's response to the virus.
Colorado governor gives update on COVID-19 variant case
Colorado identified the first case of the variant in the United States on Tuesday.
First case of U.K. COVID variant in U.S.
Health officials in Colorado have confirmed the first known case of a more infectious strain of COVID-19 first seen in the U.K. The patient is currently in isolation and he has no travel history. POLITICO health care reporter Dan Diamond joined CBSN's Omar Villafranca to discuss that and more.
U.K. COVID-19 strain found in U.S.
Health officials in Colorado have identified the first case of a new coronavirus variant first detected in the U.K. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports on the surge in infections already happening across the country, and Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, internal medicine physician at California Pacific Medical Center, joined CBSN to discuss what we know about the new variant and the challenges hospitals are facing.
New variant of COVID-19 found in the U.S.
The United States has confirmed there is a case of the new strain of COVID-19 first seen in the United Kingdom. This comes as hospitalizations are at a record high in the nation. Meg Oliver reports.
First case of fast-moving U.K. COVID-19 variant found in Colorado
The strain, which is believed to be more contagious, has been linked to a surge in cases in the United Kingdom.
Couple works to help COVID-19 patients
Grover Street is a traveling nurse from Colorado who has traveled to several hot spots during the COVID-19 pandemic. His wife, Dr. Sandra Guidry, MD, works to ensure rural hospitals in the small towns you don't always hear about have enough resources to treat patients. They talked to Tom Hanson on CBSN about their experiences from the front lines.
Two sentenced for selling alcohol to woman who caused fatal crash
Colorado State Patrol estimated Lindsey Ward's blood alcohol level was more than three times the legal limit at the time of the crash.
Warning issued after three killed in Colorado avalanches
Colorado's snowpack is the weakest it has been since 2012.
Time's first-ever "Kid of the Year" hopes to inspire diversity in STEM
Colorado teenager Gitanjali Rao was honored for her impressive work, which includes innovations that tackle water pollution and cyberbullying.
Colorado Governor announces he has tested positive for COVID-19
"I urge every Coloradan to practice caution, limit public interactions, wear a mask in public, stay six feet away from others, and wash your hands regularly," Polis said.
Denver mayor travels for holiday after urging others to stay home
On the same day as his announcement, Hancock encouraged his constituents to "stay home as much as you can," "host virtual gatherings instead of in-person dinners" and "avoid travel if you can."
Reconsidering a Colorado mountain's controversial name
The U.S. Board of Geographic Names is considering changing the name of Mt. Evans, along with the names of other Colorado sites: Negro Creek, Chinaman Gulch and Squaw Mountain.
Reconsidering a Colorado mountain's controversial name
Just over five years ago, then-President Barack Obama changed the name of the tallest peak in North America from Mt. McKinley to Denali, its original, Native Alaskan name. Today, as our nation wrestles with its past and with questions about those we've chosen to honor, the U.S. Board of Geographic Names is considering changing the name of Mt. Evans and other sites in Colorado. Correspondent Barry Petersen reports.
Denver mayor pleads with residents: "Please stay home"
Fifteen Colorado counties have now moved to "Level Red" due to a surge of COVID-19 cases.
Abortion ballot measure results show stark divide
Colorado voters protected access to abortion later in pregnancy, while Louisiana paved the way to prohibit the procedure entirely.
Abortion on the ballot in Colorado and Louisiana
Choosing a president won't be the only decision voters in Colorado and Louisiana will make on Tuesday.
Voters to decide ballot initiatives
Washington Post political reporter Dave Weigel spoke to "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano about some of the initiatives on state ballots this year, including potential new rules for gig economy workers, legalizing marijuana and psychedelic drugs, and removing clauses about slavery and indentured servitude from state constitutions.
Peltola says she "knew nothing about" the other Dan Sullivan
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Live Updates: Trump campaigns in South Carolina and more
Patrick Stewart, best known for "Star Trek" and "X-Men," dies at 86
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Iran claims 4 tankers hit mines in Strait of Hormuz
El-Sayed's faith, family under scrutiny in campaign. Here's what we know.
DOJ issues new subpoenas in Alaska Senate probe
Hegseth fires Pentagon's top military planner over alleged leaks
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Whistleblower says DEA let fentanyl pills hit the streets
