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Denver Future Leaders Winner love creativity of robot building
Evan Whistler is a senior at Thomas Jefferson High School and a leader on his robotics team.
Denver man sentenced for operating illegal gambling parlors
A Denver man operated Player One Arcade as part of a network of gambling businesses from Greeley to Pueblo according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Suspect arrested after triple fatal crash in Mesa County
The Colorado State Patrol arrested a man suspected in a fatal crash in Mesa County that claimed the lives of three people.
16 kidnapping suspects detained in Aurora suspected TdA Venezuelan gang members
Sixteen of the 19 suspects detained by Aurora police on Tuesday have been confirmed to be suspected members of a criminal gang from Venezuela.
2024 holiday shipping deadlines start now
The race is on to get holiday cards and gifts delivered on time.
Colorado Department of Transportation prepares for winter driving conditions
The Colorado Department of Transportation is preparing for winter driving conditions to keep drivers safe on the road.
Clear Creek County deputies find vehicle full of weapons and tactical gear
A man is behind bars and a carload of weapons and tactical gear are in custody after deputies spotted a suspicious vehicle parked in a dirt lot in Silver Plume.
Douglas County deputies arrest 2 Home Depot shoplifting suspects
Douglas County Sheriff's deputies have arrested two shoplifting suspects accused of stealing flooring from a Home Depot store in Highlands Ranch.
Some search and rescue operations say it's been a dangerous year
Fatalities have been about 15% of this year's missions, while in recent years they have been 4% or 5%.
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Wicked wind will whip overnight in Colorado's foothills and parts of the mountains
Watch Lauren Whitney's forecast
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How to Watch: "Coach Prime's Playbook" previews Alamo Bowl
Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders joins his father Coach Deion Sanders on a special bowl game edition of "Coach Prime's Playbook with Romi Bean." Watch it on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
Complete NFL schedule announced for Week 17
The Denver Broncos Week 17 matchup against the Bengals is now scheduled for Dec. 28.
Bonitto playing himself into DPOY conversation
Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto is playing himself into the conversation for Defensive Player of the Year.
Mutton bustin' competition entertains the Broncos crowd at halftime
A rodeo tradition was featured at halftime of the Broncos game at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday.
Denver Broncos win 31-13 over Colts
The Denver Broncos took a big step toward ending their long playoff drought with a 31-13 win over Indianapolis on Sunday.
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Wicked wind will whip overnight in Colorado's foothills and parts of the mountains
Watch Lauren Whitney's forecast
Denver Future Leaders Winner love creativity of robot building
Evan Whistler is a senior at Thomas Jefferson High School and a leader on his robotics team.
Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado honors teacher at Whittier Elementary School
The Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado honored teacher Latricia Barber at Whittier Elementary School.
Lyons Elevating All Fund hosts annual Super Duper food pantry
Lyons Elevating All Fund or LEAF hosted its annual Super Duper food pantry on Wednesday.
Questions over water bills in Englewood causing some confusion
Questions over water bills in Englewood causing some confusion after city transitions to new billing system.
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Supreme Court agrees to hear challenge to TikTok ban
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
Failed bill included disaster relief and other key funding measures
The 1,500-page measure would have done much more than prevent a government shutdown.
China continuing nuclear buildup, strengthening ties to Russia, Pentagon says
A new Pentagon report says China is continuing to expand its nuclear force and has strengthened its ties with Russia over the past year.
House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
Sen. Warren pushes bill to make it easier to declare bankruptcy
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Americans seeking debt relief face an overly complicated, costly bankruptcy system.
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Watch the First Alert Weather Winter Special
Your CBS News Colorado First Alert meteorologists let you know what's in store this winter so you can prepare and stay safe.
Colorado bracing for a La Nina winter, what does that mean?
One of the big things we look at is what El Nino and La Nino are doing. It all has to do with the water temperatures off the coast of South America.
Colorado avalanche survivor describes being buried: "I was frozen in place"
Last February after a big snowstorm in Grand Mesa one group of snowmobilers hit the slopes for what they thought would be a fun afternoon. The fun came to a screeching halt when one of those snowmobilers triggered a small avalanche.
Walden, Colorado is the coldest location in the state. But why?
Colorado is home to some of the wildest weather across the United States. After all, the old saying goes "The weather starts east of the Rockies."
Colorado's wind and terrain plays a big role in forecasting snow
This significant difference in elevation can help play a pivotal role in deciding which place will be the big winner during a snowstorm. Three major features that drive northern Colorado's weather include the Front Range Mountains, Palmer Divide, and the Cheyenne Ridge.
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Congo says mysterious disease killing dozens of kids finally identified
"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.
"The Tea on THC" campaign aims to educate about dangers of high THC cannabis
The entire marketplace is high concentration now, researchers say, and cannabis can impact the mind and body in ways human beings have never experienced before.
Trump could target Affordable Care Act, Medicaid for cuts, experts say
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Alabama woman doing well after gene-edited pig kidney transplant
Towana Looney, a 53-year-old Alabama woman, is now free from years of dialysis after receiving an experimental pig kidney transplant last month.
Trump's picks for top health jobs not just team of rivals but "team of opponents"
The president-elect's choices to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, FDA and CDC, hold positions on issues including abortion and vaccination that are often at odds.
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Meet Tristin
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Meet Michael
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Meet Tristan
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Meet Devanzo
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Who's driving? Man finds mystery driver on his policy
A 31-year-old financial analyst was surprised when his insurance company recently informed him that they were increasing his six month premium by $312 for another driver in his home, who he says does not exist.
Families on edge over recommended critical autism therapy rate cuts
The state's budget crisis means Colorado families who fought for access to a critical autism therapy now have more work to do.
Hundreds of pothole claims made every year are rarely paid out
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.
Deputy resigns after discovery of her adult videos
Shannon Lofland, a veteran deputy in the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, resigned this week amid a department internal investigation into her performing in adult videos, jobs she says she took "out of desperation."
DIA restroom incident leads to suspension of food services worker
An employee of Gate Gourmet, a catering company serving airlines at Denver International Airport, is under investigation by Denver police after an airline passenger said he caught the worker trying to secretly take a picture of the passenger in a bathroom stall.
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Together 4 Colorado Toy Drive Collection Day
See images from Together 4 Colorado Toy Drive Collection Day on Dec. 12, 2024.
Denver Christkindlmarket
The Denver Christkindlmarket is an "authentic German-style holiday market featuring local and European craft and food vendors and entertainment." It is open through Dec. 23.
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Denver Future Leaders Winner love creativity of robot building
Evan Whistler is a senior at Thomas Jefferson High School and a leader on his robotics team.
Denver man sentenced for operating illegal gambling parlors
A Denver man operated Player One Arcade as part of a network of gambling businesses from Greeley to Pueblo according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Suspect arrested after triple fatal crash in Mesa County
The Colorado State Patrol arrested a man suspected in a fatal crash in Mesa County that claimed the lives of three people.
16 kidnapping suspects detained in Aurora suspected TdA Venezuelan gang members
Sixteen of the 19 suspects detained by Aurora police on Tuesday have been confirmed to be suspected members of a criminal gang from Venezuela.
2024 holiday shipping deadlines start now
The race is on to get holiday cards and gifts delivered on time.
Latest Videos
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Latest Videos
Wicked wind will whip overnight in Colorado's foothills and parts of the mountains
Watch Lauren Whitney's forecast
Denver Future Leaders Winner love creativity of robot building
Evan Whistler is a senior at Thomas Jefferson High School and a leader on his robotics team.
Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado honors teacher at Whittier Elementary School
The Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado honored teacher Latricia Barber at Whittier Elementary School.
Lyons Elevating All Fund hosts annual Super Duper food pantry
Lyons Elevating All Fund or LEAF hosted its annual Super Duper food pantry on Wednesday.
Questions over water bills in Englewood causing some confusion
Questions over water bills in Englewood causing some confusion after city transitions to new billing system.
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How to Watch: "Coach Prime's Playbook" previews Alamo Bowl
Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders joins his father Coach Deion Sanders on a special bowl game edition of "Coach Prime's Playbook with Romi Bean." Watch it on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
Complete NFL schedule announced for Week 17
The Denver Broncos Week 17 matchup against the Bengals is now scheduled for Dec. 28.
Bonitto playing himself into DPOY conversation
Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto is playing himself into the conversation for Defensive Player of the Year.
Mutton bustin' competition entertains the Broncos crowd at halftime
A rodeo tradition was featured at halftime of the Broncos game at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday.
Denver Broncos win 31-13 over Colts
The Denver Broncos took a big step toward ending their long playoff drought with a 31-13 win over Indianapolis on Sunday.
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Supreme Court agrees to hear challenge to TikTok ban
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
Failed bill included disaster relief and other key funding measures
The 1,500-page measure would have done much more than prevent a government shutdown.
China continuing nuclear buildup, strengthening ties to Russia, Pentagon says
A new Pentagon report says China is continuing to expand its nuclear force and has strengthened its ties with Russia over the past year.
House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
Sen. Warren pushes bill to make it easier to declare bankruptcy
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Americans seeking debt relief face an overly complicated, costly bankruptcy system.
Latest Political Updates
More Latest Political Updates
Supreme Court agrees to hear challenge to TikTok ban
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
Failed bill included disaster relief and other key funding measures
The 1,500-page measure would have done much more than prevent a government shutdown.
China continuing nuclear buildup, strengthening ties to Russia, Pentagon says
A new Pentagon report says China is continuing to expand its nuclear force and has strengthened its ties with Russia over the past year.
House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
Sen. Warren pushes bill to make it easier to declare bankruptcy
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Americans seeking debt relief face an overly complicated, costly bankruptcy system.
Health News
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Congo says mysterious disease killing dozens of kids finally identified
"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.
"The Tea on THC" campaign aims to educate about dangers of high THC cannabis
The entire marketplace is high concentration now, researchers say, and cannabis can impact the mind and body in ways human beings have never experienced before.
Trump could target Affordable Care Act, Medicaid for cuts, experts say
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Alabama woman doing well after gene-edited pig kidney transplant
Towana Looney, a 53-year-old Alabama woman, is now free from years of dialysis after receiving an experimental pig kidney transplant last month.
Trump's picks for top health jobs not just team of rivals but "team of opponents"
The president-elect's choices to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, FDA and CDC, hold positions on issues including abortion and vaccination that are often at odds.
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Sen. Warren pushes bill to make it easier to declare bankruptcy
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Americans seeking debt relief face an overly complicated, costly bankruptcy system.
Coal use hitting record in 2024, which is likely hottest year yet, report says
World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency says, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.
Social Security Fairness Act could restore benefits, but policies still cause hardship
"In essence, this money has been stolen from all of us for all these years," said an 84-year-old woman whose late husband's Social Security benefits were slashed. "It's not fair."
What to know about Frontier Airlines' $299 "GoWild!" annual pass
Here's what to know about Frontier's "GoWild!" unlimited flight deal, an "all you can fly" offer that costs $299.
Japan's Honda and Nissan to begin merger talks, report says
The automakers are reportedly considering a merger to compete against large EV makers.
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Who's driving? Man finds mystery driver on his policy
A 31-year-old financial analyst was surprised when his insurance company recently informed him that they were increasing his six month premium by $312 for another driver in his home, who he says does not exist.
Families on edge over recommended critical autism therapy rate cuts
The state's budget crisis means Colorado families who fought for access to a critical autism therapy now have more work to do.
Hundreds of pothole claims made every year are rarely paid out
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.
Deputy resigns after discovery of her adult videos
Shannon Lofland, a veteran deputy in the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, resigned this week amid a department internal investigation into her performing in adult videos, jobs she says she took "out of desperation."
DIA restroom incident leads to suspension of food services worker
An employee of Gate Gourmet, a catering company serving airlines at Denver International Airport, is under investigation by Denver police after an airline passenger said he caught the worker trying to secretly take a picture of the passenger in a bathroom stall.