Denver philanthropy leader is family's third generation to receive MLK award
LaDawn Sullivan has been recognized for 27 years of work in philanthropy including vision to create BRIC, the first Black community fund in Colorado.
LaDawn Sullivan has been recognized for 27 years of work in philanthropy including vision to create BRIC, the first Black community fund in Colorado.
A lot of people think the week between Christmas and New Year's Eve is kind of a lost time where nothing is going on, but that couldn't be further from the truth. It's actually Kwanzaa and a great opportunity to learn about the other people we share the world with.
Denver native Patricia Duncan is proud of how far she's come since her days at Smith Elementary.
History Colorado is beginning a new survey of travel and investigation of local green book sites. These sites were critical for the survival of thousands of Black Americans in an era of segregation and hate crimes. Now, stories of such sites will continue to be amplified.
Elevating the stories, achievements, and experiences of Black girls and women. It's what Denver's newest museum is all about. And if you take a look inside, you may just learn something new.
Rocky Mountain Prep Creekside 5th Grader Kiruvel Girmachew is celebrating a huge reading milestone and school record.
Now 90 years old, the Pastor Emeritus of New Hope Baptist Church still tears up when he recalls how his mother repeatedly built his confidence even as his family felt the daily scourge of racism and discrimination.
Giving back is a big part of TNT's mission. The owner says discounts are available and they give free pizza to the homeless, first responders and foster families.
The migration from Africa to the Rockies started in the 1970s and has only picked up because Colorado has welcomed Ethiopians with open arms.
The house of an important figure in the Civil Rights Movement is looking to receive a landmark designation.
July 27 is Black Women's Equal Pay Day, and across Colorado, advocacy groups are recognizing the event.
Lt. Col. James Harvey III served in the U.S. Air Force as a fighter pilot with the 332nd Fighter Group's 99th Squadron -- also known as the Tuskegee Airmen -- a group of African American military pilots and airmen who fought in WWII.
Winston K. Walker was iconic in breaking down barriers that shut out people of color from outdoor activities.
Denver's City Park is hosting a celebration of African American culture and creativity. The 37th annual Colorado Black Arts Festival is underway, and thousands are immersing themselves in the fun.
Regularly, high school students in an Aurora classroom are tackling tough conversations. It's part of a policy institute that gives young people the skills and tools they need to bring about positive social change in their communities.
Watch the CBS News Colorado special "Celebrating Juneteenth."
A celebration of Black culture in Denver's Five Points neighborhood. The 2023 Juneteenth festival brought a parade, music, and festivities for the community to honor the day.
Juneteenth is almost here! The party kicks off this weekend in Denver ahead of the holiday, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.
Data shows maternal mortality is affecting women in the United States at an alarming rate, particularly Black women.
Black women are three times more likely to die during pregnancy complications than other women.
Two teens at the Broncos Boys & Girls Club are planning their third March for Peace.
A Denver musician who was expelled from school over 50 years ago as a result of racial hair discrimination received an honorary diploma.
At the corner of 36th Avenue and Humboldt Street in Five Points, you'll find a garden tucked away in the backyard of a home.
There was a big celebration on Tuesday at the state Capitol where Jimmy Lee Day II was recognized as Colorado's Teacher of the Year.
Kathleen Hancock, Danielle Allen and Brooke Simms are the only Black women working at Aurora Fire Rescue. Their journey together came through different routes but they say their bond has made them more than friends -- but family.
Kevin and Roberta Lambert were really fond of their 2020 Ford Hybrid PHEV. But recently things turned downright dangerous.
When Brighton residents think of Palizzi Farms, it's more than just the fresh produce, fresh flowers and trinkets inside the shop that come to mind.
There's a new approach to how the city of Denver will handle low-level traffic violations.
Starting point guard Jamal Murray heard boos every time he touched the ball in the early going of the Denver Nuggets game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center.
Many of us are scrambling to find the perfect Mother's Day gift, but what if there was a present that could truly save a life?
Kevin and Roberta Lambert were really fond of their 2020 Ford Hybrid PHEV. But recently things turned downright dangerous.
When Brighton residents think of Palizzi Farms, it's more than just the fresh produce, fresh flowers and trinkets inside the shop that come to mind.
There's a new approach to how the city of Denver will handle low-level traffic violations.
Many of us are scrambling to find the perfect Mother's Day gift, but what if there was a present that could truly save a life?
As tens of thousands of students leave Fort Collins for the summer, Colorado State University is offering those with outstanding parking citations the opportunity to reduce the fine.
When Brighton residents think of Palizzi Farms, it's more than just the fresh produce, fresh flowers and trinkets inside the shop that come to mind.
Kevin and Roberta Lambert were really fond of their 2020 Ford Hybrid PHEV. But recently things turned downright dangerous.
The Avalanche's goalie situation is a good story for Colorado so far in the series with the Stars.
Ahead of the State Primary Election in June, handheld voice translation devices will be distributed to employees at 12 voter service and polling centers across Denver.
The city has joined a policing trend that is happening at many large American cities.
Starting point guard Jamal Murray heard boos every time he touched the ball in the early going of the Denver Nuggets game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center.
Maggie Steffens asked for more support for the U.S. women's water polo team, and the captain received one surprising response: Flavor Flav.
The league announced on Wednesday that Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic won the NBA Kia MVP for the third time in his career.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray apologized for his actions during the Nuggets game 2 loss to Minnesota, resulting in a $100,000 fine by the NBA.
The Olympic flame arrived in France aboard a 19th century tall ship to kick off a 7,500-mile journey to the Paris Summer Games.
In a reversal experts believe was the first of its kind, Shenandoah County's school board voted 5-1 to rename Mountain View High School as Stonewall Jackson High School and Honey Run Elementary as Ashby Lee Elementary.
Huy Fung Foods said its peppers are "too green" to make its signature sriracha sauce, forcing it to suspend production until September.
Annual wildfires and flooding are keeping major insurance companies from covering homeowners in California and Florida.
The highly anticipated State Department report doesn't formally conclude Israel is in violation of U.S. or international law.
Maggie Steffens asked for more support for the U.S. women's water polo team, and the captain received one surprising response: Flavor Flav.
Colorado state lawmakers finished this year's legislative session on a high note. They found common ground on issues that often divide them and compromises to problems that have long eluded them.
Ahead of the State Primary Election in June, handheld voice translation devices will be distributed to employees at 12 voter service and polling centers across Denver.
The highly anticipated State Department report doesn't formally conclude Israel is in violation of U.S. or international law.
The three-judge panel upheld Steve Bannon's conviction for not responding to a subpoena from the committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
Trump could significantly restrict abortion without ever imposing a federal ban, some experts say. Here's how he could do it.
Many of us are scrambling to find the perfect Mother's Day gift, but what if there was a present that could truly save a life?
Last week, Westminster Public Schools met with several current, non-teaching staff to kick start a program in which the district helps them through the process of becoming licensed educators.
Some states are cracking down on claims by anti-abortion rights organizations that offer "abortion pill reversal" treatment.
The parents of a U.K. toddler say it's "absolutely mind-blowing" to see their daughter, enrolled in a gene therapy trial, hear for the first time.
Some of the strains in the "FLiRT" group are closely related to the JN.1 COVID variant from last winter.
Kevin and Roberta Lambert were really fond of their 2020 Ford Hybrid PHEV. But recently things turned downright dangerous.
Huy Fung Foods said its peppers are "too green" to make its signature sriracha sauce, forcing it to suspend production until September.
Annual wildfires and flooding are keeping major insurance companies from covering homeowners in California and Florida.
Some states are cracking down on claims by anti-abortion rights organizations that offer "abortion pill reversal" treatment.
The decision to cut back on the number of stores carrying LGBTQ-themed items comes after some customers objected to the product line.
This week Denver city officials celebrated the opening of 49 new affordable condos in the Five Points neighborhood.
"Happiness, peace, and dreams aren't for other communities. These goals are accessible to us as well," one grant recipient said. "I was so proud, because I realized in that moment I was breaking a cycle."
Investors are now closely watching what is happening in the Iran-Israel conflict in the Middle East because of its impact on their investments.
Eating a healthy, balanced diet when money is tight can be tough. And it's no secret that food costs have skyrocketed within the past year. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, food costs in 2023 rose 5.8%.
A Denver nonprofit that works with communities to plant trees and improve parks is having a special giveaway, providing trees for free and at a discount.