Bear accidentally dumped into trash truck after climbing inside trash container
A recent video from Castle Rock shows a Colorado black bear escaping from a waste management truck.
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Christa Swanson is a Digital Media Producer at CBS Colorado in Denver. Before joining KCNC, Christa was part of a team recognized with two Edward R. Murrow Regional Digital Journalism awards and was recognized as one of the top 10 web administrators working for the Marine Corps Community Services in Okinawa. She writes about politics, culture, education, tourism, crime, military, science and community news.
A recent video from Castle Rock shows a Colorado black bear escaping from a waste management truck.
Sunday's matchup between the Broncos and the Jaguars held a special moment for Denver: the introduction of the team's new mascot.
A UTV rider in Colorado was hospitalized after losing control near a steep embankment and falling about 250 feet.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife says cooler water temperatures have allowed it to lift voluntary fishing closures on three rivers in the state's northwest region.
Colorado search and rescue teams were able to save a dirt bike rider who was injured on a trail in Rampart Range on Saturday evening.
On Saturday, the Junior League of Denver gathered at nonprofits across the metro area to hold events for the community, donate supplies and more.
Although FEMA has approved some assistance for Colorado's major disaster request, it has opted not to include portions of the request for individual assistance and the hazard mitigation grant program.
Police are investigating a crash in Wheat Ridge involving a pickup truck and a semi-truck that left one person dead.
The American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming is helping three people in Littleton who lost their home in a fire on Friday.
Friday was an emotional day in Louisville, Colorado, for the survivors of the Marshall Fire, as the city retired the flag flown over the recreation center.
A Colorado culinary staple has been chosen to represent the state on the U.S. Mint's American Innovation Coin.
An attorney and an inmate in Colorado are both facing multiple charges in connection with a drug investigation at the Arapahoe County Detention Facility.
The Colorado School of Mines is making a historic change. Beginning next year, a new program will guarantee admission and scholarships to every Colorado high school graduate who qualifies.
Following an investigation, Denver District Attorney John Walsh says no charges will be filed against two law enforcement officers who were involved in a shooting with a suspect carrying a fake gun.
Denver's Ball Arena will soon sport several modern updates to improve the fans' experience.