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Rainstorm produces rare March cold-air funnel cloud near Sterling
Much needed rain brought cooler temperatures across Colorado's Front Range and northeastern plains on Tuesday. The sudden shift in weather patterns also produced a cold-air funnel cloud, much earlier in the season than usual.
Denver has new enforcement and increased fines for unlicensed landlords
More than 2 years after Denver began requiring rental licenses for landlords, the city is increasing penalties.
Low water puts additional pressure on marinas at Dillon Reservoir
Low snowpack and warmer temperatures are forcing major changes at both marinas on Dillon Reservoir ahead of the boating season.
People with Colorado ties in Mideast describe hearing booms
It's been a long few days in the Middle East. The war with Iran has meant missile and drone attacks between Iran and Israel and other countries as well.
Gas prices are climbing again, and drivers are noticing
Gas prices are climbing again, and Colorado drivers are feeling it. As the conflict in Iran intensifies, crude oil prices have spiked to their highest level in more than a year.
Suspect wanted for Colorado sexual assault wounded in shootout with Florida deputies
A man with an arrest warrant out of Colorado in connection with a sexual assault is now facing attempted murder charges after a shootout with deputies and U.S. Marshals in Florida.
Aurora sushi restaurant penalized for violating child labor laws
An Aurora restaurant paid a fine after an investigation found a teen employee was allowed to load a trash compactor — a federally prohibited hazardous task for a minor — and some employees worked longer than federal law allows.
Denver's Ruby Hill Rail Yard closes for the season
It was a short run for Denver's Ruby Hill Rail Yard this season.
Future DPS patrol officers learn high-stakes driving at obstacle course
Denver Public Schools Patrol Officer Academy recruits took part in their final day of the Emergency Vehicle Operator Course, where they are learning high-stakes driving skills to respond to emergencies and protect school communities.
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Snow develops tonight on the Palmer Divide, morning commute could be impacted
Joe Ruch is tracking a quick burst of snow tonight, just south of Denver.
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Howard Lutnick agrees to interview with House committee in Epstein probe
Documents released by the Justice Department provided a look into Howard Lutnick's ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
FBI agents Patel fired worked in counterintel, including on cases involving Iran
Many of the agents who were fired last week by FBI Director Kash Patel were assigned to a squad that worked on global counterintelligence cases, including those involving Iran, sources said.
Anthropic's Claude AI being used in Iran war by U.S. military, sources say
Two sources familiar with the U.S. military's use of artificial intelligence confirm that the U.S. used Anthropic's Claude AI model over weekend for the attack on Iran — and is still using it.
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Trump defends war with Iran as conflict widens
Israel sent troops into Lebanon as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran widened, and some of Iran's Gulf neighbors warned that Iran's retaliatory fire could draw them into the spreading conflict.
States face pushback on their rural health transformation plans
Some Republican state lawmakers and health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration's $50 billion federal rural health fund.
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Dry winter shifts work for Aurora business, public works
This season’s lack of snow isn’t just affecting businesses in mountain communities. A historically dry winter across Colorado has left some people who rely on snow for work, waiting.
Pennsylvania man sentenced in Colorado for variety of nationwide fraud schemes
A man was sentenced to more than 6 years in federal prison and ordered to pay more than $2.5 in restitution after pleading guilty to wire fraud and money laundering in 2 schemes involving COVID-19 relief loans and romance scam victims.
Vail Resorts offer special rate for Gen Z as 2026-2027 Epic passes go on sale
In an effort to encourage more young skiers and snowboarders, Vail Resorts is offering a special rate for Epic and EpicLocal Passes for the 2026-2027 season.
Denver has new coordinated enforcement and increased fines for unlicensed landlords
More than two years after Denver began requiring residential rental licenses, the city is increasing penalties for landlords who have not complied.
Low snowpack, warmer temps force major changes at Dillon Reservoir marinas ahead of boating season
Low snowpack and warmer temperatures are forcing major changes at both marinas on Dillon Reservoir ahead of the boating season.
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Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
States face pushback on their rural health transformation plans
Some Republican state lawmakers and health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration's $50 billion federal rural health fund.
Health officials confirm second measles case at Broomfield High School
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Adams County Health Department confirmed a new case of measles on Monday and are warning Broomfield and Westminster residents about possible exposure.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Possible measles exposure at multiple locations across metro area due to unvaccinated child
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says a Broomfield child with a confirmed case of measles recently visited multiple locations across the metro area while they were contagious.
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Elevating Black Voices: Watch the 2026 special
Tori Mason hosts CBS Colorado's Elevating Black Voices special.
Dr. Daddio redefined radio in Denver with the "Soul of the Rockies"
For 35 years, James "Dr. Daddio" Walker's voice poured out of radios across Denver, bringing soul music, and a sense of unity to the Mile High City.
State lawmakers are considering warning labels for some popular hair products
The Hair Product Transparency and Safety Act would require manufacturers of synthetic hair and hair relaxers -- which chemically straighten hair -- to include warning labels if their products contain carcinogens or reproductive toxins.
Black, gay, drag queens discuss importance of Black History Month
The Haus of Misdemeanor has an important message about celebrating everyone for who they are, regardless of race, sexual orientation or how they dress.
When he's not hyping the Ball Arena crowd, Kyle Speller mentors students
For Denver Nuggets public address announcer Kyle Speller, the microphone is only one part of his mission.
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Meet Leeland
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Meet Tahir
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Meet Jacob
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Meet Tristin
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Colorado family pushes for change after rare disease clinical trial abruptly ends
A Colorado family is calling for change and sharing their struggle after a clinical trial their son relied on suddenly ended.
Colorado cop "actively road raging" faces criminal charges
The case of a police officer who allegedly fled after off-duty road rage incident that ended in crash on I-25 is highlighting the hiring pressures small departments in Colorado face.
Youth hockey coach facing child abuse charge after colliding with player
A popular youth hockey coach in southern Colorado has been arrested for investigation of felony child abuse after colliding on the ice with one of his players in a case that one of the coach's supporters called a "terrifying precedent for youth sports across the country."
Pastor ordered to repay family more than $300,000 for construction project
A Denver judge this week ordered an area pastor, Tilo Lopez, to pay a family $311,000 in restitution after Lopez was criminally prosecuted in connection with a construction project he said he would do for the family.
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.
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Evergreen Lake Plunge 2026
Brave jumpers leaped into Evergreen Lake on March 1, as the delayed Evergreen Lake Plunge took place.
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.
Rainstorm produces rare March cold-air funnel cloud near Sterling
Much needed rain brought cooler temperatures across Colorado's Front Range and northeastern plains on Tuesday. The sudden shift in weather patterns also produced a cold-air funnel cloud, much earlier in the season than usual.
Denver has new enforcement and increased fines for unlicensed landlords
More than 2 years after Denver began requiring rental licenses for landlords, the city is increasing penalties.
Low water puts additional pressure on marinas at Dillon Reservoir
Low snowpack and warmer temperatures are forcing major changes at both marinas on Dillon Reservoir ahead of the boating season.
People with Colorado ties in Mideast describe hearing booms
It's been a long few days in the Middle East. The war with Iran has meant missile and drone attacks between Iran and Israel and other countries as well.
Gas prices are climbing again, and drivers are noticing
Gas prices are climbing again, and Colorado drivers are feeling it. As the conflict in Iran intensifies, crude oil prices have spiked to their highest level in more than a year.
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Dry winter shifts work for Aurora business, public works
This season’s lack of snow isn’t just affecting businesses in mountain communities. A historically dry winter across Colorado has left some people who rely on snow for work, waiting.
Pennsylvania man sentenced in Colorado for variety of nationwide fraud schemes
A man was sentenced to more than 6 years in federal prison and ordered to pay more than $2.5 in restitution after pleading guilty to wire fraud and money laundering in 2 schemes involving COVID-19 relief loans and romance scam victims.
Vail Resorts offer special rate for Gen Z as 2026-2027 Epic passes go on sale
In an effort to encourage more young skiers and snowboarders, Vail Resorts is offering a special rate for Epic and EpicLocal Passes for the 2026-2027 season.
Denver has new coordinated enforcement and increased fines for unlicensed landlords
More than two years after Denver began requiring residential rental licenses, the city is increasing penalties for landlords who have not complied.
Low snowpack, warmer temps force major changes at Dillon Reservoir marinas ahead of boating season
Low snowpack and warmer temperatures are forcing major changes at both marinas on Dillon Reservoir ahead of the boating season.
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Gold medalists Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea get a big welcome home
Olympic City's newest celebrities are back home in Colorado with new hardware. Just weeks after competing at the Games, Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea are already back on the ice and others at the rink are eager to see them.
CU teammates remember quarterback Dominiq Ponder after his death
The University of Colorado community is mourning the death of quarterback Dominiq Ponder, who was killed in a car crash. Monday was supposed to mark the start of spring football practice.
Windsor's Reed Thyne setting basketball records at Colorado Mesa
Whether it's scoring or rebounding, Olivia Reed Thyne legacy at Colorado Mesa is cemented.
Coach Deion Sanders confirms death of QB Dominiq Ponder
On Sunday evening, Coach Deion Sanders announced the death of University of Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder.
U.S. hockey goalie Connor Hellebuyck will receive Presidential Medal of Freedom
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 of Team Canada's 42 shots in the Olympic gold medal match.
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United Airlines can now boot passengers who refuse to use headphones
United said it could permanently ban travelers who refuse to wear headphones while listening to audio or video content on its flights.
Howard Lutnick agrees to interview with House committee in Epstein probe
Documents released by the Justice Department provided a look into Howard Lutnick's ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
FBI agents Patel fired worked in counterintel, including on cases involving Iran
Many of the agents who were fired last week by FBI Director Kash Patel were assigned to a squad that worked on global counterintelligence cases, including those involving Iran, sources said.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Witkoff: Iran said it had enough enriched uranium to make 11 nuclear bombs
President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff told Fox News that Iranian negotiators said Iran had the "inalienable right to enrich all their nuclear fuel."
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Howard Lutnick agrees to interview with House committee in Epstein probe
Documents released by the Justice Department provided a look into Howard Lutnick's ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
FBI agents Patel fired worked in counterintel, including on cases involving Iran
Many of the agents who were fired last week by FBI Director Kash Patel were assigned to a squad that worked on global counterintelligence cases, including those involving Iran, sources said.
Anthropic's Claude AI being used in Iran war by U.S. military, sources say
Two sources familiar with the U.S. military's use of artificial intelligence confirm that the U.S. used Anthropic's Claude AI model over weekend for the attack on Iran — and is still using it.
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Trump defends war with Iran as conflict widens
Israel sent troops into Lebanon as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran widened, and some of Iran's Gulf neighbors warned that Iran's retaliatory fire could draw them into the spreading conflict.
States face pushback on their rural health transformation plans
Some Republican state lawmakers and health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration's $50 billion federal rural health fund.
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Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
States face pushback on their rural health transformation plans
Some Republican state lawmakers and health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration's $50 billion federal rural health fund.
Health officials confirm second measles case at Broomfield High School
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Adams County Health Department confirmed a new case of measles on Monday and are warning Broomfield and Westminster residents about possible exposure.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Possible measles exposure at multiple locations across metro area due to unvaccinated child
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says a Broomfield child with a confirmed case of measles recently visited multiple locations across the metro area while they were contagious.
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Gas prices are climbing again, and drivers are noticing
Gas prices are climbing again, and Colorado drivers are feeling it. As the conflict in Iran intensifies, crude oil prices have spiked to their highest level in more than a year.
Aurora sushi restaurant penalized for violating child labor laws
An Aurora restaurant paid a fine after an investigation found a teen employee was allowed to load a trash compactor — a federally prohibited hazardous task for a minor — and some employees worked longer than federal law allows.
United Airlines can now boot passengers who refuse to use headphones
United said it could permanently ban travelers who refuse to wear headphones while listening to audio or video content on its flights.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Vail Resorts offer special rate for Gen Z as 2026-2027 Epic passes go on sale
In an effort to encourage more young skiers and snowboarders, Vail Resorts is offering a special rate for Epic and EpicLocal Passes for the 2026-2027 season.
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Colorado family pushes for change after rare disease clinical trial abruptly ends
A Colorado family is calling for change and sharing their struggle after a clinical trial their son relied on suddenly ended.
Colorado cop "actively road raging" faces criminal charges
The case of a police officer who allegedly fled after off-duty road rage incident that ended in crash on I-25 is highlighting the hiring pressures small departments in Colorado face.
Youth hockey coach facing child abuse charge after colliding with player
A popular youth hockey coach in southern Colorado has been arrested for investigation of felony child abuse after colliding on the ice with one of his players in a case that one of the coach's supporters called a "terrifying precedent for youth sports across the country."
Pastor ordered to repay family more than $300,000 for construction project
A Denver judge this week ordered an area pastor, Tilo Lopez, to pay a family $311,000 in restitution after Lopez was criminally prosecuted in connection with a construction project he said he would do for the family.
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.