Florida school district's book ban extends to dictionaries
The dictionaries and encyclopedias are being reviewed based on state legislation that says schools may not have books that depict or describe "sexual conduct" or are "inappropriate."
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The dictionaries and encyclopedias are being reviewed based on state legislation that says schools may not have books that depict or describe "sexual conduct" or are "inappropriate."
A copy of the complaint to a Utah school district shows that a parent noted the Bible contains instances of incest, prostitution and rape.
Between 2020 and 2022, book titles banned in libraries and schools (including books on race, slavery, sex and gender identity) rose more than 1,100%. "Sunday Morning" talks with advocates for removing books from shelves, and those fighting to preserve access.
Authorities in Mississippi are searching for Drew Johnson, a convicted killer they say escaped from prison Tuesday, describing him as "desperate" and "very dangerous."
Pilgrims lined up to walk through the great Holy Door at the entrance of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome as Christmas marks the start of the 2025 Holy Year celebration.
An Azerbaijani airliner with 67 people on board crashed in western Kazakhstan, killing dozens, but at least 32 people survived, according to officials.
Two local jewelry stores are looking for answers after a group of burglars broke inside two days before Christmas, taking merchandise and an ATM.
Last-minute Christmas shoppers made the best of Christmas Eve, as thousands of people flooded Colorado stores to pick up their final gifts before the holiday.
Two local jewelry stores are looking for answers after a group of burglars broke inside two days before Christmas, taking merchandise and an ATM.
Last-minute Christmas shoppers made the best of Christmas Eve, as thousands of people flooded Colorado stores to pick up their final gifts before the holiday.
A 23-year-old man suspected of fatally shooting a 7-year-old boy on a tribal reservation in Colorado earlier this month was captured in Utah.
For the first time, audiences in Denver will have the opportunity to see the musical rendition of the movie "Back to the Future" at the Buell Theatre.
A Colorado woman remembers when one of the most important holiday missions began. It all started with her father and a phone call from a child searching for Santa Claus.
Residents have been speaking out online about the living conditions at The Lincoln at Speer.
Two local jewelry stores are looking for answers after a group of burglars broke inside two days before Christmas, taking merchandise and an ATM.
Two local jewelry stores are looking for answers after a group of burglars broke inside two days before Christmas, taking merchandise and an ATM.
Last-minute Christmas shoppers made the best of Christmas Eve on Tuesday, as thousands of people flooded Colorado stores to pick up their final gifts before the holiday. Among the many stores filled with customers was the Scheels in Johnstown.
Denver Starbucks workers say it is not a Merry Christmas as they joined a strike affecting stores coast to coast.
Sophie Hediger, a member of Switzerland's snowboard cross team, competed at the 2022 Beijing Games.
A Colorado State University alum will accomplish a bucket list dream this weekend when he attends the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl, achieving his goal of attending every CSU football game this season.
The holiday spirit was alive at the annual Boys and Girls Club party where the Denver Nuggets brought joy to local kids. The club says they need more donations to make the season bright.
The Broncos missed out on a shot to end the second longest current playoff drought in the NFL with Thursday night's 34-27 loss to the Chargers.
Denver Broncos rookie running back Audric Estime scored his first career touchdown on Thursday Night Football.
Authorities in Mississippi are searching for Drew Johnson, a convicted killer they say escaped from prison Tuesday, describing him as "desperate" and "very dangerous."
Pilgrims lined up to walk through the great Holy Door at the entrance of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome as Christmas marks the start of the 2025 Holy Year celebration.
An Azerbaijani airliner with 67 people on board crashed in western Kazakhstan, killing dozens, but at least 32 people survived, according to officials.
Among the new laws signed by President Biden are Paris Hilton's bill to protect institutionalized teenagers and a bill to address hazing on college campuses.
Sophie Hediger, a member of Switzerland's snowboard cross team, competed at the 2022 Beijing Games.
Among the new laws signed by President Biden are Paris Hilton's bill to protect institutionalized teenagers and a bill to address hazing on college campuses.
President Biden has signed the annual defense authorization bill into law.
A government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel.
Former President Bill Clinton remains in "good spirits," a spokesman said.
President Biden left in place the capital punishment sentences of just three federal inmates: Robert Bowers, Dzhokar Tsarnaev and Dylann Roof.
After announcing that Children's Hospital Colorado would become a non-network provider, the hospital has reached a new agreement with the TRICARE military health insurance program.
It was a very special holiday season for an Aurora resident recovering after a unique surgery.
After the loss of their daughter, the Swope family is dedicated to honoring her memory by helping other patients like her.
Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.
Skin care is all the rage for teens and tweens these days, but be careful not to give products that could cause more harm than good.
Last-minute Christmas shoppers made the best of Christmas Eve, as thousands of people flooded Colorado stores to pick up their final gifts before the holiday.
It's only been open for a few months. But Denver's latest Filipino restaurant is generating a lot of buzz in the Mile High City and beyond.
More than 5,000 workers were expected to take part in walkout that ends later on Christmas Eve, their union says.
Here's which food stores, restaurants and other chains are open and closed today, Christmas Eve 2024.
Holiday purchases can rack up quickly, adding to the increasing nationwide card debt problem.
With a check in hand, a Coloradan is breathing a sigh of relief.
Some Coloradans are getting caught up in the insurance industry's ongoing efforts to find undisclosed drivers or "hidden drivers" who may be costing the industry lost premiums.
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.
The state's budget crisis means Colorado families who fought for access to a critical autism therapy now have more work to do.
Last year, 999 claims were made related to damage caused by the roadway in Colorado and nine were paid out.