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Colorado County Clerks Association director says calls to federalize elections unconstitutional
In response to President Trump's calls to federalize elections, a former Republican county clerk who now heads the Colorado County Clerks Association says much of what the president is asking for is unconstitutional.
How Black Colorado businessmen changed voting rights across the nation
Local Black businessmen organized in 1865 after learning about the language proposed for a Colorado constitution. They changed history far beyond the territory.
Moderate avalanche danger persists in Colorado mountains
Colorado may be experiencing the lowest snowpack on record, but avalanche danger remains very real this week across the state's high country, even as calmer weather moves in.
Buc-ee's withdraws annexation application for location in Palmer Lake
Buc-ee's is now withdrawing its plans to open its second Colorado location in Palmer Lake.
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Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
Democrats lay out demands for DHS funding, urging GOP to "get serious"
Democratic leaders outlined their demands for funding the Department of Homeland Security beyond next week.
Trump suggests Republicans should nationalize voting
President Trump has continued to claim without evidence that there is widespread fraud in U.S. elections.
SBA shuts out non-U.S. citizens from its main lending program
Starting March 1, the SBA will no longer guarantee loans for small businesses owned by foreign nationals, including green card holders.
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So-called "Death cards" form rallying cry from Colorado immigration non-profit
A nonprofit immigration support organization that first alerted CBS Colorado to custom playing cards allegedly left behind by ICE agents said the controversy has escalated, prompting members of Colorado’s Democratic congressional delegation to call for an independent federal investigation.
One of Colorado's most contentious bills of legislative session over union votes clears first hurdle
Less than a year after Gov. Jared Polis vetoed a bill to overhaul Colorado’s law governing unionization, a House committee approved a new bill that’s essentially a carbon copy of the old one.
Record low snowpack, but not a free pass: moderate avalanche danger persists in Colorado mountains
Colorado may be experiencing the lowest snowpack on record, but avalanche danger remains very real this week across the state's high country, even as calmer weather moves in.
Water main break cancels class at Douglass Elementary School in Boulder
A water main break on Baseline near 75th Street has canceled class at Douglass Elementary School in Boulder.
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis announces new program offering renters cash back, to begin in Estes Park
A new renter rewards program for Colorado residents living in properties financed by the Proposition 123 Equity program is set to begin this month.
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Trump admin. reverses sudden cuts in mental health, addiction programs
The Trump administration reversed cuts to grants for mental health and addiction treatment programs that a CBS News source said were valued at around $1.9 billion.
AdventHealth adds nearly 800 cameras in patient rooms for telehealth options
This year, AdventHealth says it will roll out close to 800 cameras in hospital rooms and urgent care centers across Colorado to add a virtual layer of care.
Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
ACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
Kaiser Permanente to pay $46M in data breach settlement. Here's how to file a claim.
Kaiser Permanente has reached a lawsuit settlement over alleged patient data breaches involving Kaiser websites and mobile applications, with members eligible to receive a payment from a $46 million settlement fund, the health care giant announced.
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Former Colorado D.A. disciplined after lashing out against his office
State regulators said the text message from Christian Hatfield, the former district attorney for Colorado's 22nd Judicial District, "caused the staff member emotional harm."
Suspected gunman in Cherry Creek "Rolex robberies" arrested in Detroit
A Venezuelan national suspected in a string of attempted armed robberies in 2024 in Denver's ritzy Cherry Creek North neighborhood has been apprehended in Detroit, according to police and prosecutors.
Women who were drugged, raped by cardiologist filing suit
Six women who say they were drugged and raped by former cardiologist Stephen Matthews plan to file a civil lawsuit against Matthews and the Hinge dating app, which they say allowed Matthews to remain on the app even after women had told Hinge that Matthews was a rapist.
Victim in Wash Park shooting speaks at vigil for victims of gun violence
In Denver 10 months ago, a man named Ben Varga had just gotten dropped off at Washington Park to meet friends for a picnic. Not far away, two men were on a bench arguing.
Woman wins judgment against jewelry store over unlicensed scale
In late 2024, Chrisanne Grimaldi was facing a common problem; she was drowning in medical debt totaling $80,000 and needed cash to pay down her debt.
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Jon Hallford sentenced to 40 years on state charges
A funeral home owner who stashed decomposing bodies and gave families fake ashes, was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Colorado corpse abuse charges.
Rep. Evans to grill top immigration officials at congressional hearing
Immigration enforcement will take center stage next week in D.C. Lawmakers will hold two high profile hearings as Congress faces a looming deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
Lindsey Vonn hits Winter Olympics slopes for first time on torn ACL
The skier from Colorado takes part in her first training session at the Winter Olympics, battling a serious injury two days before her first event.
New DOJ rules seek to limit asylum appeals, immigrant advocates say it denies due process rights
The Department of Justice has proposed a rule change to clear a backlog of 200,000 immigration appeals.
Denver Rescue Mission offers program that helps men build a new life
For some people, addiction and homelessness go hand-in-hand. The Denver Rescue Mission has a long history of helping people in recovery.
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Funeral home owner who pleaded guilty to corpse abuse sentenced to 40 years in prison
Jon Hallford, a southern Colorado funeral home owner who stashed nearly 200 decomposing bodies and gave families fake ashes, was sentenced on state charges on Friday.
Driver who struck, killed cyclist Magnus White denied community corrections
The woman serving time for the death of rising Colorado cyclist Magnus White will not be moved to community corrections.
Rep. Gabe Evans to grill top immigration officials at congressional hearing
Rep. Gabe Evans, a Republican who represents Colorado's 8th Congressional District, sits on the House Committee on Homeland Security.
New DOJ rules seek to limit asylum appeals, Colorado immigrant advocates say it denies due process r
The Department of Justice has proposed a rule change to clear a backlog of 200,000 immigration appeals.
Lindsey Vonn gets ready for her first of three 2026 Winter Olympics races
American star Lindsey Vonn participated in an official Olympic training event for Women's downhill skiing, hitting the slopes at the Winter Games for the first time after rupturing her left ACL when she crashed in a World Cup race in the Alps.
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Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
Lindsey Vonn hits Winter Olympics slopes for first time on torn ACL
Team USA star skier Lindsey Vonn takes part in her first training session at the Winter Olympics, battling a serious injury two days before her first event.
2026 Winter Olympics: Athletes, events and milestones by the numbers
The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.
Colorado Eagles' Weiss becomes 2nd woman assistant coach in U.S. pro hockey
The Colorado Eagles have hired Kim Weiss as assistant coach, making her the second woman to reach that role between the American Hockey League and National Hockey League.
It's an exciting homecoming for some Denver Summit FC players ahead of season
Less than two months from the inaugural match for Denver Summit FC, some players are expressing their excitement over what is a homecoming for them.
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Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
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Rep. Evans to grill top immigration officials at congressional hearing
Immigration enforcement will take center stage next week in D.C. Lawmakers will hold two high profile hearings as Congress faces a looming deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
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Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas
President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Contentious Colorado labor union bill clears first hurdle at legislature
Less than a year after Gov. Jared Polis vetoed a bill to overhaul Colorado's law governing unionization, a House committee approved a new bill that's essentially a carbon copy of the old one.
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Rancher shares story of survival and gratitude for life-saving doctors
On Colorado's Eastern Plains, danger can strike faster than help can reach you. For one rancher in Sterling, a simple chore in his land turned into the fight of his life.
Aurora 911 to connect some non-emergency medical callers with virtual docs
People who call 911 in Aurora for non-emergency medical issues now have the option to be connected to a doctor virtually instead of having an ambulance sent to their location.
Fort Collins girl becomes 37th child in U.S. to get heart and liver transplant
An 11-year-old girl in Fort Collins successfully became the 37th child in U.S. history to undergo a liver and heart transplant at one time. Gracie Greenlaw is now home and thriving after receiving the organ donations.
Colorado man celebrates "second birthday" after surviving cardiac arrest
For the past eight years, Louis "Lou" Cicio has celebrated Jan. 30 as his "birthday." Not because it's the day he was born, but because it's the day he nearly died — and survived.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
The typical American worker has $955 saved for retirement
Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.
Layoffs jumped in January as companies pull back on hiring
Employers cut more than 108,000 jobs in January, the highest total for that month since 2009, new data shows.
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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.
Trial ordered for man who allegedly body slammed lawyer
An Arapahoe County judge ordered Aurora resident Daniel Alexander Ashby to stand trial for felony assault, after witnesses say Ashby body-slammed defense lawyer H. Michael Steinberg in a courthouse hallway last December.
Fired Colorado police sergeant admitted to falsifying time sheets
Newly released documents from the Lakeside Police Department say former Sgt. Howard Prince admitted to cheating on his time records, but also said that in an interview, the sergeant said he didn't know why he falsified his time sheets.