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Investigators say man intentionally jumped in front of truck on E-470
The Colorado State Patrol says a man intentionally jumped in front of a white Chevrolet Silverado that was traveling on E-470 Thursday morning.
Colorado troopers want help finding Jeep Wrangler driver who struck bicyclist
The Colorado State Patrol is hoping someone comes forward after a Jeep Wrangler driver struck a bicyclist and then drove away in the early morning hours of Wednesday.
More than 50 Colorado drivers run over screws that fell off truck on Hwy 285
Dozens of vehicles ran over screws along a stretch of Highway 285 after a truck lost part of its load Tuesday afternoon.
Dougco leaders celebrate new law increasing penalties for child sex trafficking
A landmark anti-trafficking bill made it over the finish line to become law in Colorado this week.
Farmers who grow some of state's best-known crops deal with water & other woes
Farmers across Colorado are caught in the midst of a lot of challenges this year, including in the vast Uncompahgre Valley.
Residents asked to report watering violations to Denver Water
Denver Water is asking residents to help enforce watering restrictions by reporting water waste and violations.
Montbello senior community hopes rec center will reopen soon
It's been nearly two weeks since Montbello Recreation Center closed after a shooting. Now some community members feel its closure is negatively impacting the community.
Toddler dies after apparently falling into irrigation ditch
A toddler has died after apparently falling into an irrigation ditch in Northern Colorado. It happened on Tuesday evening in the Fort Collins area near the 3100 block of North County Road 19.
Gunnison Tunnel brought water to the Uncompahgre Valley, and brought farming to life
The Gunnison Tunnel is a feat of engineering that to this day provides water for Colorado's vast Uncompahgre Valley.
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Heat builds across Colorado with highs headed for the 90s for the Denver metro area
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Watch Live: Senate holds "vote-a-rama" on ICE funding ahead of final passage
The Senate will soon hold what's expected to be a marathon vote series as Republicans seek to fund immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security without help from Democrats.
U.S. destroys alleged drug boat in Pacific, killing 2 more people
At least 207 people have been killed since the Trump administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in September.
Dougco leaders celebrate new law increasing penalties for child sex trafficking
A landmark anti-trafficking bill made it over the finish line to become law in Colorado this week.
Trump expected to nominate Todd Blanche as permanent attorney general
President Trump is expected to nominate Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to serve in the role permanently, several sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
SPLC asks judge to weigh sanctions against DOJ for sending out unsigned indictment copy
The Southern Poverty Law Center asked a judge to consider sanctioning federal prosecutors, after the DOJ shared an unsigned and unstamped copy of a superseding indictment with members of the media.
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Heat builds across Colorado with highs headed for the 90s for the Denver metro area
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New King Soopers store opens after Belcaro location closes
A new King Soopers store opened on Arkansas Avenue after the Belcaro location closed.
Gov. Polis vetoes surveillance pricing bill that would prohibit tracking purchases to determine pric
Gov. Polis vetoed the surveillance pricing bill that would prohibit companies from tracking purchases to determine prices.
Bow Mar approves plan to gate off community to cut down on drivers cutting through neighborhood
The Town of Bow Mar has approved a plan to gate off the community to cut down on drivers cutting through neighborhood but there is push back from surrounding communities.
Department of Education threatens Jeffco Public Schools over allegations of Title IX violations
The Department of Education is threatening "enforcement action" against Jeffco Public Schools over allegations of Title IX violations.
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Gunnison Tunnel brought water to the Uncompahgre Valley, and brought farming to life
The Gunnison Tunnel is a feat of engineering that to this day provides water for Colorado's vast Uncompahgre Valley.
Denver International Airport shows off artwork from students
The work of some students from Denver Public Schools is now on display at the Denver International Airport.
Mission of Buckley Space Force Base in Colorado continues to evolve
Long before satellite tracking and missile warning systems, Buckley was a training ground for U.S. forces preparing for World War II.
Watkins stained glass has window on Colorado history
The Watkins family of stained glass artists arrived in Colorado in the 1860s, where five generations of artisans have created beautiful stained glass windows for buildings across the state.
New mural celebrates history of Castle Rock
A new mural in downtown Castle Rock celebrates the history of the growing town.
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Colorado confirms first human case of West Nile virus this year
The first human case of West Nile virus in Colorado this year has been reported in Jefferson County.
Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
Trump directs CDC to align with assessment calling for fewer childhood vaccines
Earlier this year, the CDC announced updated recommendations that would reduce the number of recommended immunizations for children from 17 to 11.
Uganda closes its border with Congo over Ebola outbreak
Uganda on Wednesday ordered the closure of its border with Congo, where suspected cases of a rare type of Ebola are surging.
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Construction halted on massive Glendale entertainment hub
Construction on a much-anticipated 10-acre entertainment district in Glendale has come to a halt, with the developer and the city accusing each other of being responsible for the project going off the rails.
Aurora fire lieutenant's demotion stands after road incident targeting police officer
An Aurora fire lieutenant will remain demoted after he and a fellow firefighter ran an Aurora police sergeant off the road with a fire truck last year.
Secret report alleges DPD commander created "bullying, abusive work environment"
A confidential investigative report commissioned by the City of Denver alleges a high-ranking Denver police division chief was "severely abusive."
Denver, Denver Post parent company reach tentative deal to end lease dispute
The City of Denver and the parent company of the Denver Post have reached a tentative agreement to resolve a major lease dispute over the iconic downtown building that bears the newspaper's name, CBS News Colorado has learned.
Changes to federal registration system aim to prevent fraud in trucking industry
A federal system is working to crack down on trucks skirting safety regulations, a problem inspectors are seeing on Colorado roadways.
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Farming in Colorado's vast Uncompahgre Valley
Farmers across Colorado are caught in the midst of a lot of challenges in 2026, including in the vast Uncompahgre Valley on the Western Slope.
Air Force Academy Graduation
In his commencement speech at the U.S. Air Force Academy on May 28, 2026, Vice President JD Vance said he was confident in the class of 2026.
Investigators say man intentionally jumped in front of truck on E-470
The Colorado State Patrol says a man intentionally jumped in front of a white Chevrolet Silverado that was traveling on E-470 Thursday morning.
Colorado troopers want help finding Jeep Wrangler driver who struck bicyclist
The Colorado State Patrol is hoping someone comes forward after a Jeep Wrangler driver struck a bicyclist and then drove away in the early morning hours of Wednesday.
More than 50 Colorado drivers run over screws that fell off truck on Hwy 285
Dozens of vehicles ran over screws along a stretch of Highway 285 after a truck lost part of its load Tuesday afternoon.
Dougco leaders celebrate new law increasing penalties for child sex trafficking
A landmark anti-trafficking bill made it over the finish line to become law in Colorado this week.
Farmers who grow some of state's best-known crops deal with water & other woes
Farmers across Colorado are caught in the midst of a lot of challenges this year, including in the vast Uncompahgre Valley.
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Heat builds across Colorado with highs headed for the 90s for the Denver metro area
Watch Alex Lehnert's forecast
New King Soopers store opens after Belcaro location closes
A new King Soopers store opened on Arkansas Avenue after the Belcaro location closed.
Gov. Polis vetoes surveillance pricing bill that would prohibit tracking purchases to determine pric
Gov. Polis vetoed the surveillance pricing bill that would prohibit companies from tracking purchases to determine prices.
Bow Mar approves plan to gate off community to cut down on drivers cutting through neighborhood
The Town of Bow Mar has approved a plan to gate off the community to cut down on drivers cutting through neighborhood but there is push back from surrounding communities.
Department of Education threatens Jeffco Public Schools over allegations of Title IX violations
The Department of Education is threatening "enforcement action" against Jeffco Public Schools over allegations of Title IX violations.
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Russell Wilson announces retirement from the NFL, will join CBS Sports
Russell Wilson announced in a video on social media that he's retiring from the NFL after 14 seasons.
Voter approval would allow for rail stop at new Broncos stadium
With voter support, a passenger rail stop at Burnham Yard could become part of the future Denver Broncos stadium development.
Rick Adelman, Hall of Fame coach and Sacramento Kings' all-time wins leader, dies at 79
Rick Adelman, the Hall of Fame coach who led the Sacramento Kings through the most successful era in franchise history, has died, the National Basketball Coaches Association said on Monday. He was 79.
Broncos reach formal agreement to purchase Burnham Yard
The Broncos have finalized the formal agreement to purchase land in Denver for their new stadium. The team says the closing on the purchase of Burnham Yard is expected in the fall.
Denver Summit FC delays opening of Centennial Stadium
Denver Summit FC will play their next two home games at Dick's Sporting Goods Park.
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Watch Live: Senate holds "vote-a-rama" on ICE funding ahead of final passage
The Senate will soon hold what's expected to be a marathon vote series as Republicans seek to fund immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security without help from Democrats.
U.S. destroys alleged drug boat in Pacific, killing 2 more people
At least 207 people have been killed since the Trump administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in September.
SpaceX plans record stock market debut that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
SpaceX says it plans to raise up to $75 billion when it goes public this month in what could be the largest stock market debut ever, and it would put Elon Musk on course to becoming the first trillionaire.
Russell Wilson announces retirement from the NFL, will join CBS Sports
Russell Wilson announced in a video on social media that he's retiring from the NFL after 14 seasons.
Israel and Lebanon agree to renew ceasefire if Hezbollah cuts off attacks
The Israeli and Lebanese governments have agreed to implement a ceasefire, after weeks of deadly fighting between Israel and Hezbollah had imperiled broader negotiations between the U.S. and Iran to end their conflict.
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Watch Live: Senate holds "vote-a-rama" on ICE funding ahead of final passage
The Senate will soon hold what's expected to be a marathon vote series as Republicans seek to fund immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security without help from Democrats.
U.S. destroys alleged drug boat in Pacific, killing 2 more people
At least 207 people have been killed since the Trump administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in September.
Dougco leaders celebrate new law increasing penalties for child sex trafficking
A landmark anti-trafficking bill made it over the finish line to become law in Colorado this week.
Trump expected to nominate Todd Blanche as permanent attorney general
President Trump is expected to nominate Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to serve in the role permanently, several sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
SPLC asks judge to weigh sanctions against DOJ for sending out unsigned indictment copy
The Southern Poverty Law Center asked a judge to consider sanctioning federal prosecutors, after the DOJ shared an unsigned and unstamped copy of a superseding indictment with members of the media.
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Colorado confirms first human case of West Nile virus this year
The first human case of West Nile virus in Colorado this year has been reported in Jefferson County.
Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
Trump directs CDC to align with assessment calling for fewer childhood vaccines
Earlier this year, the CDC announced updated recommendations that would reduce the number of recommended immunizations for children from 17 to 11.
Uganda closes its border with Congo over Ebola outbreak
Uganda on Wednesday ordered the closure of its border with Congo, where suspected cases of a rare type of Ebola are surging.
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SpaceX plans record stock market debut that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
SpaceX says it plans to raise up to $75 billion when it goes public this month in what could be the largest stock market debut ever, and it would put Elon Musk on course to becoming the first trillionaire.
Farmers who grow some of state's best-known crops deal with water & other woes
Farmers across Colorado are caught in the midst of a lot of challenges this year, including in the vast Uncompahgre Valley.
American Airlines suspends 6 routes because of high jet fuel costs
American Airlines said it is temporarily cutting six routes amid rising jet fuel costs, including several flights to Los Angeles.
Ford recalls nearly 420,000 vehicles over faulty seat belts
Safety watchdog said seat belts in certain Ford Expedition and Lincoln vehicles may inadvertently lock, preventing them from functioning properly.
Social Security checks could be cut by $500 a month in 2032, report finds
Beneficiaries would continue receiving payments if Social Security's trust fund is depleted, but checks could shrink by about 24%, according to a new report.
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Construction halted on massive Glendale entertainment hub
Construction on a much-anticipated 10-acre entertainment district in Glendale has come to a halt, with the developer and the city accusing each other of being responsible for the project going off the rails.
Aurora fire lieutenant's demotion stands after road incident targeting police officer
An Aurora fire lieutenant will remain demoted after he and a fellow firefighter ran an Aurora police sergeant off the road with a fire truck last year.
Secret report alleges DPD commander created "bullying, abusive work environment"
A confidential investigative report commissioned by the City of Denver alleges a high-ranking Denver police division chief was "severely abusive."
Denver, Denver Post parent company reach tentative deal to end lease dispute
The City of Denver and the parent company of the Denver Post have reached a tentative agreement to resolve a major lease dispute over the iconic downtown building that bears the newspaper's name, CBS News Colorado has learned.
Changes to federal registration system aim to prevent fraud in trucking industry
A federal system is working to crack down on trucks skirting safety regulations, a problem inspectors are seeing on Colorado roadways.