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Fletcher Plaza in front of the Martin Luther King Library on East Colfax Avenue in Aurora is kind of a park, and kind of the front door to the library.
Thinking of school supplies probably brings pencils, binders, and notebooks to mind, but not A/C units and furnaces. Well, at Cherry Creek's Innovation Campus, that is exactly what they need to get their students on the path to a career.
Aurora Ward II City Councilmember Amy Wiles says she wants a pause on the approval of new data centers while the city develops policies on how to handle them.
Aurora students in the Cherry Creek School District don't start school for about nine more days, but Thursday was day one for all the new teachers embarking on their teaching journey.
Family and friends gathered Thursday to remember 26-year-old Arthur Williams, a cyclist who was killed in a hit-and-run in southeast Aurora last month.
Colorado's hot summer is contributing to an increase in rattlesnake sightings in popular open spaces.
Making ends meet continues to be a struggle for many families, and now back-to-school shopping is straining even more families' budgets. One local nonprofit is ensuring children have what they need for the start of the school year at no cost.
A health professional at Metropolitan State University of Denver says exposure to wildfire smoke is more dangerous than you may think.
Volunteers say they are happy to do their part in keeping the corridor clean, but people who use the area should be picking up their trash as they go.
The Jefferson County School District is taking its dispute with the federal government over school policies to court after becoming the target of a federal Title IX investigation.
For the first time, court photos show the inside of a Commerce City home where authorities found three children, 31 dogs, two cats and two guinea pigs living last fall.
Monsoon rainstorms targeted areas east of the Denver metro area on Wednesday, causing flash flooding in some parts.
Country concerts, carnival rides, and, of course, a rodeo are just some of the activities that the Adams County Fair has for everyone this weekend.
The former police and fire chiefs of Federal heights have filed an intent to sue the city of Federal Heights after they were fired.
A home that was once filled with memories in Adams County has turned into ruins following a devasting house fire.
The city of Centennial is proposing an ordinance to limit reckless riding of e-bikes and e-motorcycles.
There are new protections to make roads safer around schools and school zones.
Aurora students in the Cherry Creek School District don't start school for about nine more days, but Thursday was day one for all the new teachers embarking on their teaching journey.
As students head back to school, their health is a top concern. The Cherry Creek School District is making it easy for parents and kids to stay up to date.
The Board of County Commissioners in Arapahoe County agreed to hear from Save The Aurora Reservoir, or "STAR" -- a community group opposing fracking near the Aurora Reservoir and southeast Arapahoe County homes.
Colorado doctors will still be recommending the long-standing American Academy of Pediatrics immunization schedule.
Douglas County has embraced piloting many programs over the last three years, but it's a Google district, and now classrooms are committed to using Gemini, Gemini Notebook and Google Classroom.
Last year, the Douglas County School District board voted to close three elementary schools and consolidate those students into other schools.
Douglas County has granted a $19 million tax break to a new data center being built in Parker that's expected to open in 2027.
After years of slow progress, a new development in Castle Rock is finally close to getting the green light.
For some kids, a bike means more than just a way to get around. It can mean freedom, exercise, transportation and adventure.
The city of Denver filed a lawsuit to hold Big Tobacco accountable, going after corporations that manufacture popular cigarette brands like Marlboro and Camel to pay up for the cost of cleanup.
Wednesday's meeting was the third community meeting for the La Alma Lincoln Park community since the Denver Broncos' leadership announced their plans to build the new Broncos stadium in the former railyard.
Denver Water is now issuing fines to its customers who aren't following mandatory water use restrictions, and they aren't cheap.
Several high-profile animal deaths at the Denver Zoo are raising questions from some visitors about how end-of-life decisions are made. The zoo's head veterinarian explained their process.
As part of the Colorado 150 celebration, we're taking a look at historic places across the state that have stood the test of time, and working with Colorado Preservation, Inc. to help preserve the past.
There are plenty of ways to enjoy Colorado's public lands, but Zac Beaman says aside from rolling through the woods on his ATV or truck, he ends up spending some of his time cleaning up the forest.
Between the ski slopes and rafting of Grand County, you'll find a little taste of Chicago.
Five 17-year-old boys were killed in a car crash over the weekend when the vehicle they were in went off the road and off the edge of a cliff.
Bridges do more than connect roads. In Colorado, some connect us to the past. That's especially true in Red Cliff, where the iconic steel arch bridge has become a symbol of the small mountain town.
A young bear broke into the Colorado Cherry Company's location on Highway 36 north of Lyons to chow down on a blueberry pie.
A Loveland senior care facility is facing serious allegations after a health department investigation substantiated a family's complaints.
For decades, free street parking has been part of the experience in Fort Collins' Old Town shopping district. However, street parking was being considered for a new paid model. But this week, city leaders decided to pump the brakes.
The Greeley Police Department is changing how it handles sensitive digital evidence following the arrest and sentencing of a former city information technology employee accused of stealing a hard drive containing child sexual abuse material.
A new time capsule is giving Coloradans the chance to decide how future generations will remember life in 2026.
A new Colorado law creates specific requirements for higher education institutions, including a six-hour window for schools to take action if a student is reported missing.
A propane torch has been blamed for accidentally starting a fire at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, causing severe structural damage and forcing the church's daycare to temporarily close and the school to temporarily relocate.
Residents have until December to submit an offer for San Lazaro Mobile Home Park, which is listed for $42.5 million.
A summer already defined by wildfires, drought and increased wildlife activity is leaving its mark across Colorado, including at a Broomfield golf course where a stormwater reservoir has nearly disappeared.
Xcel Energy broke ground on Friday for a project to bury overhead powerlines in Boulder County.
One Denver business owner is voicing frustration after officers took more than an hour to respond while thieves made off with thousands of dollars in merchandise during a recent burglary.
Another round of thunderstorms moved into Colorado on Saturday, bringing rain and hail to areas across the Front Range. Multiple drivers became stranded at flooded intersections in the south metro area.
A 28-year-old man's body was pulled from the water at Eleven Mile Reservoir late Friday, about seven hours after he and another man fell off a paddleboard they were sharing.
For some kids, a bike means more than just a way to get around. It can mean freedom, exercise, transportation and adventure.
A ground stop is in place for Denver International Airport as thunderstorms move into the metro area on Saturday.
Johnson came to Colorado to fundraise for Evans in his reelection bid. See Political Reporter Shaun Boyd's interview with Johnson and Evans.
A downtown Evergreen business is preparing for another round of rain after repeated flooding forced it to close and caused tens of thousands of dollars in losses.
Dick's Sporting Goods hosted the grand opening of the new Dick's House of Sports in Thornton on Saturday. Former Broncos running back Terrell Davis made an appearance, cutting the ribbon and officially opening the store.
The Mountain Music Festival is returning to Evergreen this Sunday. The festival's founder, Michele Vanags, and members of Grady and the Hootin' Bandits joined CBS Colorado in the studio on Saturday to give a special preview of what to expect.
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Wednesday's meeting was the third community meeting for the La Alma Lincoln Park community since the Denver Broncos' leadership announced their plans to build the new Broncos stadium in the former railyard.
Westbrook played for Oklahoma City, Houston, Washington, both Los Angeles teams, Denver and Sacramento during his 18-year-career.
The Denver Broncos CEO said he hopes to open the new stadium at Burnham Yard in time for the 2031 NFL season- just five years from now.
As the baseball world watched last weekend while women took the field in a female professional league for the first time in decades, teen baseball players across Colorado saw a future.
Colorado lacrosse champion Eliza Osburn's journey to the world stage started long before she ever put on a Team USA jersey.
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
With magnitudes of 7.7 and 6.4, two earthquakes struck different parts of Indonesia on the same day.
An air traffic controller's quick thinking helped avert a dangerous situation when two jets, one landing in Phoenix and the other simultaneously taking off, shared the same flight number and radio frequency.
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
Jessica Bang collapsed on Aug. 1 as she was preparing in Thailand for a tournament and was transported to a hospital in Bangkok.
Speaker of the U.S. House Mike Johnson was in Colorado fundraising for two Republican congressmen: Rep. Gabe Evans of the state's 8th Congressional District and Rep. Jeff Crank of the 5th Congressional District.
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
The records involve consulting work, paid for with $25,000 in public funds, and CBS Colorado learned that the report may have been destroyed.
The Justice Department issued a legal opinion giving the U.S. military broader powers to detain migrants near certain areas along the southern border.
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to intervene in the legal battle over President Trump's White House ballroom.
Colorado doctors will still be recommending the long-standing American Academy of Pediatrics immunization schedule.
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Hospitals and other medical providers are increasingly asking for payment before providing care, collecting more of what patients might owe.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
Nearly half of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Here's what it costs to rent a two-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities.
A Cargill employee said she and others are concerned about the future of contract negotiations, and many believe they are stuck in the middle between the company and the union.
For decades, free street parking has been part of the experience in Fort Collins' Old Town shopping district. However, street parking was being considered for a new paid model. But this week, city leaders decided to pump the brakes.
Surging AI investment is pushing up the cost of smartphones and other gadgets, according to analysts. Here's why.
Colorado's wildfire fight is increasingly beginning from the air -- sometimes before a fire is even visible to the naked eye.
Some Coloradans who signed over their state tax credit for a free e-bike finally got their delivery.
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin visited Colorado's Supermax prison, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Immigration and Customs Enforcement offices in southern Colorado before holding a private meeting with U.S. Rep. Gabe Evans and Hispanic faith leaders.
An accident that sent two passengers tumbling from a chairlift at Vail was caused by components that were improperly installed when the lift was built nearly two decades ago, according to a state investigation.
For the first time, court photos show the inside of a Commerce City home where authorities found three children, 31 dogs, two cats and two guinea pigs living last fall.