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Skier killed in avalanche in Boss Basin, first Colorado ski death of season
Colorado rescue crews early Sunday found the body of a missing skier who was killed in a recent avalanche.
Original Tuskegee pilot inspires Denver youth to soar
Emma Oliver grew up around planes. It's what sparked her interest in aviation. But it wasn't until the Mile High Flight Program introduced her to a pilot that she felt inspired to soar higher than she ever imagined she could.
Colorado man provides eggs to families, organizations in need
Eggs used to be a regular part of breakfast. But as prices went up in Colorado and elsewhere, demand increased, and donations slowed, something simple but meaningful began to disappear from the plate.
Sinclair valve left open leads to fuel contamination
Colorado state regulators say a fuel contamination incident across the Front Range affected 49 gas stations and more than 1,000 drivers.
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Warm start to the week with fire weather concerns for Southern Colorado
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Jan. 6 plaque honoring police officers displayed at the Capitol after delay
Workers installed a plaque honoring police officers in the early morning hours, three years after it was required by law to be erected.
Trump administration's embattled FDA vaccine chief is leaving — again
In July, Prasad was briefly forced from his job, but was reinstated less than two weeks later.
Bodycam video contradicts ICE claims in fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez
Video of last year's fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez obtained by CBS News appears to contradict claims that Martinez was shot by an ICE agent because he "accelerated" and "intentionally ran over" another agent.
Russia providing intel to Iran about U.S. positions, sources say
Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov told reporters Russia's government is in "dialogue" with Iranian leadership representatives.
Epstein files on woman's unproven claims about Trump released by DOJ
The Justice Dept. has released Jeffrey Epstein files involving uncorroborated accusations by a woman against President Trump that the department said had been mistakenly withheld.
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Big moisture surge will bring some drought relief across Colorado
Joe Ruch is tracking improving conditions across Colorado.
Water main in Denver metro area breaks for second time
Sheridan Boulevard in Westminster was closed on Sunday while crews repaired a water main break. City officials said it's the second weekend in a row that water main has broken.
Skier killed in avalanche in Boss Basin, first Colorado ski death of the season
Early Sunday morning, Colorado rescue crews found the body of a missing skier who was killed in a recent avalanche.
Over 90 guests evacuated, pets rescued after explosion at hotel in Denver metro area
Two deputies suffered minor injuries, and two pets were rescued on Sunday while evacuating a hotel in the Denver metro area.
Three people arrested in connection with fatal assault in Denver
Three people have been arrested in connection with an assault in Denver that left one man dead.
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RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Colorado officials declare measles outbreak in Adams County amid third case
State and local health officials declared a measles outbreak in Adams County on Wednesday after a third person connected to Broomfield High School contracted the illness.
Broomfield parents consider early measles vaccination following new cases
After two unvaccinated students at Broomfield High School were reported to have measles, the Boulder Valley School District says out of 1,669 students, 26 are on their exclusion list and not allowed to attend class.
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.
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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.
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.
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3 arrested by Denver police in connection with deadly assault
Three men have been arrested in connection with a deadly assault that happened on March 1.
Seventh U.S. service member killed in combat assigned to Fort Carson, Colorado
Seven American service members have been killed since the war with Iran started in February.
MacKinnon prevails in shootout to give Avalanche 3-2 win over Wild
Nathan MacKinnon scored his NHL-leading 43rd goal and scored the winning goal in a shootout, lifting the Colorado Avalanche to a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Sunday in a matchup between two of the NHL's top four teams in points.
I-25 reopens after deadly crash in Northern Colorado
A deadly crash closed the southbound lanes of I-25 near Longmont/Lyons in a construction zone for several hours, but it has since reopened.
Family of slain Aurora teen asks for witnesses to come forward
A family is pleading for answers after a 15-year-old boy in Aurora was shot and killed on Friday, Feb. 27.
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Warm start to the week with fire weather concerns for Southern Colorado
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Deadly crash closes I-25 in Northern Colorado
A deadly crash has closed southbound lanes of I-25 in Northern Colorado.
2 injured in hit-and-run crash at 8th and Josephine, police search for suspect driver
Two people were injured in a hit-and-run crash at 8th and Josephine and police are searching for the supsect driver.
Barry Morphew expected in court, accused of murder charges for killing his wife Suzanne
Barry Morphew is expected in court on Monday, accused of murder charges for killing his wife Suzanne.
Warm temperatures in Denver, elevated fire weather across Colorado for the week ahead
Joe Ruch breaks down storm chances and fire weather concerns through the extended forecast.
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MacKinnon prevails in shootout to give Avalanche 3-2 win over Wild
Nathan MacKinnon scored his NHL-leading 43rd goal and scored the winning goal in a shootout, lifting the Colorado Avalanche to a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Sunday in a matchup between two of the NHL's top four teams in points.
5 Iranian soccer players seek asylum in Australia, says exiled prince
Iran's women's soccer team were branded "traitors" after declining to sing their national anthem at the Asian Cup in Australia, fueling fear for the women if they return home.
American Oksana Masters wins 20th Paralympic medal
Oksana Masters has competed at every Paralympics since 2012 and is the most decorated American Winter Paralympian.
Denver-based UFC fighter representing Colorado in the octagon on Saturday
A Denver-based UFC fighter will be representing Colorado in the octagon this Saturday night in Las Vegas.
Avs bring back Cup champion Nazem Kadri in trade with Flames
The Colorado Avalanche are reportedly finalizing a deal to bring back 2021-22 Stanley Cup champion Nazem Kadri!
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Here's how much Americans are paying for gas as oil prices spike
The U.S. average gas price has jumped 48 cents since last week, with experts predicting that higher fuel costs could persist for months.
Stocks slump as Iran war sends oil prices above $100 a barrel
Stocks in the U.S. renewed their slide on Monday after global oil prices topped $100 a barrel for the first time since 2022.
Trump says he's "not happy" about Iran's new supreme leader
Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran's new supreme leader following the death of his father in the U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Live Nation to open Ticketmaster to other sellers in U.S. antitrust deal
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
5 Iranian soccer players seek asylum in Australia, says exiled prince
Iran's women's soccer team were branded "traitors" after declining to sing their national anthem at the Asian Cup in Australia, fueling fear for the women if they return home.
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Trump says he's "not happy" about Iran's new supreme leader
Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran's new supreme leader following the death of his father in the U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Live Nation to open Ticketmaster to other sellers in U.S. antitrust deal
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
U.S. "likely" responsible for bombing of girls' school in Iran, per early U.S. assessment
The preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment suggests that the U.S. is "likely" responsible for the bombing of the girls' school in Iran on Feb. 28.
Long security lines at U.S. airports as DHS funding affects TSA staffing
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
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Trump dismisses threats from Iran's security chief: "I couldn't care less"
In a phone interview with CBS News, President Trump dismissed threats from Iran's top national-security official, who posted on social media that Mr. Trump must "pay the price" for the strikes on Iran.
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More kids are in ERs for tooth pain. Budget cuts and fluoride fights aren't helping.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
Baby sleepsuit sold at Walmart recalled over potential choking hazard
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Trump administration's embattled FDA vaccine chief is leaving — again
In July, Prasad was briefly forced from his job, but was reinstated less than two weeks later.
Health officials identify 4 cases of measles connected to Broomfield schools
Health officials in Colorado have identified four additional cases of measles in connection with the recent outbreak at Broomfield High School or Broomfield Heights Middle School and have expanded the list of locations for possible exposure.
Two bystanders save man's life when he collapsed on trail due to cardiac arrest
A Colorado man is living a life of gratitude after strangers, without hesitation, stepped in and saved his life when he collapsed on a trail in Arapahoe County due to cardiac arrest.
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Here's how much Americans are paying for gas as oil prices spike
The U.S. average gas price has jumped 48 cents since last week, with experts predicting that higher fuel costs could persist for months.
Stocks slump as Iran war sends oil prices above $100 a barrel
Stocks in the U.S. renewed their slide on Monday after global oil prices topped $100 a barrel for the first time since 2022.
Live Nation to open Ticketmaster to other sellers in U.S. antitrust deal
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
United CEO said U.S. airfares could rise as Iran war drives up oil prices
Jet fuel costs have shot up more than 50% since the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran sparked a jump in global prices.
Stocks sink as oil prices sizzle and U.S. hiring fizzles
Stocks fell after new government data showed U.S. employers shed 92,000 jobs in February and as investors fret over oil prices.
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New video shows cop in "road rage" crash case; "Completely unacceptable" says victim's father
There's harsh criticism of a Colorado police officer charged with failing to report a crash -- a crash investigators say he was partially responsible for while off-duty. Some of the strongest criticism is coming from an unexpected place.
Denver has spent over a year, over $100K investigating top police commander
A CBS Colorado investigation has learned the City of Denver has spent $110,000 on a 14-month investigation of Denver Police Division Chief Magen Dodge, but is refusing to release the completed investigation, which was finalized three months ago.
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."