Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader with GOP set to retain control
As House Democrats conduct the leadership elections Tuesday, the party is still reeling from the results of the 2024 elections — and reckoning with the path forward.
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As House Democrats conduct the leadership elections Tuesday, the party is still reeling from the results of the 2024 elections — and reckoning with the path forward.
Texas public elementary schools could use teachings from the Bible in lessons under a proposal drawing intense opposition and praise.
A Colorado oil & gas executive will head the U.S. Department of Energy if President-elect Donald Trump's pick is confirmed.
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
President-elect Donald Trump announced he selected former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general.
Two women testified before the House Ethics Committee that Matt Gaetz paid them "for sex," their lawyer told CBS News' Major Garrett.
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
President-elect Donald Trump tapped Republican Brendan Carr, an Elon Musk-backed critic of big tech, to lead the FCC, calling Carr a "warrior for Free Speech."
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.
Mr. Biden has made addressing climate change a key part of his policy agenda.
Wright has been one of the industry's loudest voices against efforts to fight climate change and could give fossil fuels a boost, including quick action to end a year-long pause on natural gas export approvals by the Biden administration.
Democrats are sending persistent appeals to Harris supporters without expressly asking them to cover any potential debts, enticing would-be donors instead with other matters.
Americans looking to purchase EVs may want to do so quickly, as the incoming administration is likely to axe a $7,500 tax credit.
Polls show affordable housing is one of the issues Coloradans care about most. Voters in Denver and Adams County shot down measures that would have raised sales taxes to fund affordable housing.
Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has taken on a large role in President-elect Donald Trump's orbit.
Hundreds of passwords to election equipment were leaked days before the election and could have impacted about half of Colorado's counties.
Colorado State Sen. Janet Buckner says she's resigning from the Colorado legislature to "prioritize my health and family."
Chris Wright is a vocal advocate of oil and gas development, including fracking.
The Denver measure was backed by Mayor Mike Johnston. The Adams County measure failed by a large margin.
Rep. Jason Crow, a Democrat who represents Colorado's 6th Congressional District, is among those who feel U.S. Space Command headquarters should stay in Colorado.
In addition to a conversation about the possible move of Space Force from Colorado to Alabama, CBS Colorado's political analysts discussed President-elect Donald Trump's picks for his cabinet.
Democratic analyst Mike Dino and Republican analyst Dick Wadhams spoke with CBS News Colorado Political Reporter Shaun Boyd about the 2024 election in Colorado, why the state defied national trends, and if there are new "swing" counties in Colorado with surprisingly low turnout for President-elect Donald Trump in historically Republican communities.
Gov. Jared Polis has joined a growing chorus of people calling for an outside investigation into a security breach at the Colorado Secretary of State's Office. The Colorado Attorney General, members of the Legislative Audit Committee, and former President Donald Trump are also weighing in.
CBS Colorado Republican analyst Dick Wadhams and CBS Colorado Democratic Analyst Mike Dino talked with CBS Colorado Political Specialist Shaun Boyd about some of the ballot measures voters will deciding in the general election.
What will the fallout be from the Tina Peters sentencing this week? CBS Colorado Political Reporter Shaun Boyd asked political analysts Republican Dick Wadhams and Democrat Mike Dino to share their perspective. They also discussed the VP Debate and the 8th Congressional district race between Rep. Yadira Caraveo and Gabe Evans.
A convicted sex offender who allegedly contaminated cupcakes for a child's birthday party with his bodily fluids will remain behind bars through at least Dec. 20.
Lawmakers grilled Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold at the state capitol about her handling of a possible security breach.
A Lakewood woman got her stolen car back thanks to the quick response of Arapahoe County deputies utilizing Flock Safety cameras.
One Aurora family says a pillar of their community is now gone because of a collision with a vehicle in the dark.
Districts with limited local revenue and declining enrollment will feel added pain from the proposed budget, according to some school leaders.
A convicted sex offender who allegedly contaminated cupcakes for a child's birthday party with his bodily fluids will remain behind bars through at least Dec. 20.
Guilty pleas were entered by the owners of the Return to Nature Funeral Home.
The Dakota Ridge Eagles are looking to move to the next round of playoffs after a challenging season on and off the field. This season has been a sad one due to two deaths within the Dakota Ridge community. They are going into the quarterfinals as the no. 1 seed. Early in the season, Dakota Ridge's defensive coordinator Tierre Duran lost his wife after she passed away due to health issues. A couple of weeks later, the team would learn of another tragedy after a former Dakota Ridge football player, Walker Moench died in a tragic dirt bike accident. His brother, Trent, still plays for the team. The team is currently 10-1, as they hope to extend their season 11-1 after a playoff game against the 8th-ranked team, Ponderosa.
The Return to Nature Funeral Home co-owners appeared in El Paso County Court on Friday and pleaded guilty to corpse abuse charges.
There's a good trend happening in Arapahoe County with regards to crimes involving vehicle theft.
After a near-perfect season – they only lost two games and won the NWSL Shield title – the Orlando Pride finished at the top of the table and will play for the championship on Saturday.
The NFL has made a major scheduling change, flexing Denver's upcoming game in December against the Chargers to Thursday Night Football.
According to the Broncos, this is the first time in franchise history that a Broncos rookie quarterback has earned the honors.
Head coach Michael Malone on Tuesday night reached 432 wins as the head coach of the Denver Nuggets. That ties the record held by legendary coach Doug Moe.
Colorado Buffaloes head football Coach Deion Sanders brought a special guest with him to his weekly news conference in Boulder -- "Miss Peggy."
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
A new study says 86% of businesses and organizations hit by cyberattacks were targeted on a weekend or holiday.
After a near-perfect season – they only lost two games and won the NWSL Shield title – the Orlando Pride finished at the top of the table and will play for the championship on Saturday.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Lawmakers grilled Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold at the state capitol about her handling of a possible security breach.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
A new study says 86% of businesses and organizations hit by cyberattacks were targeted on a weekend or holiday.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
The Supreme Court issued its first opinion of the term, a one-line decision dismissing Facebook's appeal.
Researchers have identified a chemical in certain tap water across the United States as chloronitramide anion. Here's what to know.
The federal government put guardrails in place to limit unauthorized plan sign-ups and switches. But the changes could prove to be a burden to consumers.
Kennedy's team is weighing a significant rewrite of the FDA's rules.
A new case of bird flu in a California child without known contact with infected animals is raising concerns about a potential pandemic. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know.
Three months after a pet rescue imported a puppy with rabies to Colorado, the state is taking action. That incident resulted in 54 people being treated for rabies and 12 dogs being euthanized.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
The Supreme Court issued its first opinion of the term, a one-line decision dismissing Facebook's appeal.
Colorado Cherry Company has been a staple for pastries in Northern Colorado for decades now, and the company is now using its new Windsor bakery as an asset that will help it continue sales during natural disasters and more.
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could raise costs for U.S. consumers, economists say. Here's how much grocery bills could rise.
Arapahoe County prosecutors have charged a man wanted by Arkansas authorities with dealing fentanyl in Colorado, which they say led to the death of an Englewood man last year.
The police chief in Simla, Colorado, Tony Schiefelbein, has resigned from his position this week as he faced a disciplinary hearing for allowing his teenage son to drive a Simla Police Department vehicle.
Law enforcement agencies are seeing a spike in smash-and-grab burglaries across the northern part of the Denver metro area and up into Northern Colorado.
Every time Michael Bryant leaves his apartment, he worries.
Another criminal case, impacted by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation's ongoing DNA scandal, will lead to a lenient plea bargain for a convicted killer.
