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Hash Oil Blamed For Garage Explosion
Investigators say illegal hash oil extraction is the cause of an explosion that left people injured.
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Investigators say illegal hash oil extraction is the cause of an explosion that left people injured.
New details from investigators state a propane gas tank caused a home to explode in Johnstown last week.
Colorado regulators say about 430 oil or gas pipelines near occupied buildings failed a leak-detection test that the state ordered after a fatal explosion blamed on a gas line.
An energy company that owns a natural gas pipeline linked to a fatal home explosion in Colorado said more than 99 percent of the pipelines it tested afterward showed no sign of leaks.
Energy companies are reporting they have nearly 129,000 underground oil and gas pipelines within 1,000 feet (300 meters) of occupied buildings in Colorado.
Natural gas has been found in a home and abandoned water well on the Western Slope. Now, the investigation has begun into whether the source is from oil and gas development.
Inspections of Colorado oil and gas facilities so far have not found any more leaks like the one that was responsible for the explosion of a home in Firestone.
Colorado Republicans used a late-night filibuster Monday to block a first-of-its-kind requirement that oil and gas producers provide the locations of all their gas lines.
Colorado lawmakers are taking up a last-minute proposal in response to a deadly home explosion traced to an inactive gas well line.
Colorado regulators have ordered a snap review of oil and gas pipelines after a fatal house explosion near a well, but they haven't said how they plan to fix a fundamental flaw in the system: They don't know where all those pipelines are.
New details have revealed what caused a home to explode in Firestone, killing two and leaving another critically injured.
The families of the victims in the home explosion in Firestone say the investigation into last month's blast reflects what they believed all along-- that it was not caused by the men working in the home at the time.
A red-orange fireball that killed two people and destroyed a Colorado home prompted the governor to order sweeping inspections of natural gas lines and is certain to worsen tensions in state already divided over how to regulate the industry.
As fire officials released for the first time on Tuesday the findings of their investigation into what caused a deadly explosion in Firestone last month, Fran Hoylman rushed home from work.
The Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) discussed Tuesday's developments in Firestone house explosion, just hours after investigators said that "fugitive gas" was to blame for the deadly blast.
Firefighters discussed their investigation into a fatal house explosion near a gas well in Colorado on Tuesday afternoon.
Firefighters are planning to discuss their investigation into a fatal house explosion near a gas well in Colorado.
The Weld County Coroner's Office officially confirmed the names of those killed when home exploded in Firestone on Monday afternoon.
A community gathered to remember two men killed when a home exploded in Firestone on Monday afternoon, along with a beloved teacher who was badly burned.
The two bodies of the people who were initially reported missing Tuesday afternoon after an explosion and fire that destroyed a home in Firestone were located on Tuesday afternoon. The home continues to smolder nearly 24 hours after the explosion.
Two people remained missing Tuesday afternoon after an explosion and fire that destroyed a home in Firestone on Monday evening. The home continues to smolder nearly 24 hours after the explosion.
Two people are missing after an explosion and fire that destroyed a home in Firestone.
A home has been destroyed after a reported explosion at a residence in Firestone Monday afternoon.
A hash oil explosion is to blame for a blaze near Bailey that sent three people to the hospital, according to investigators.
Three people were burned in a home explosion in Park County on Friday night.
The Loveland Police Department says it's searching for a suspect who is accused of fleeing a traffic stop and getting into multiple road rage incidents on Sunday.
The building that used to be the Julia Greeley Boarding House on the 2900 block of Walnut Street now includes a historic marker.
Colorado transportation officials are working to improve a heavily congested highway in the northern part of the Denver metro area.
The State Department is offering a $10 million reward for information leading to the location of members of the malicious cyber hacking group Andariel.
In Westminster, massive woodpiles have sat idle on a vacant lot off Sheridan Boulevard for over a year.
The Loveland Police Department says it's searching for a suspect who is accused of fleeing a traffic stop and getting into multiple road rage incidents on Sunday.
The building that used to be the Julia Greeley Boarding House on the 2900 block of Walnut Street now includes a historic marker.
Colorado transportation officials are working to improve a heavily congested highway in the northern part of the Denver metro area.
In Westminster, massive woodpiles have sat idle on a vacant lot off Sheridan Boulevard for over a year.
As the Regional Transportation District grapples with crime issues on buses and light rail trains in the Denver metro area, CBS News Colorado has learned that its Chief of Police and Emergency Management, Joel Fitzgerald Sr., has been placed on leave as an outside investigator looks into alleged "policy violations."
CBS News Colorado Reporter Michael Abeyta provides the full details on why a major proposed merger between two grocery giants is now on hold.
While the festivities are all in Paris, the Colorado Springs Fire Department visited the Olympic Museum and took part in some friendly competitive activities.
The Aurora Police Department says officers are investigating a fatal crash that left one person dead and two minors injured.
Colorado authorities say one person is in custody for mail theft in Boulder and warn the public not to use outdoor blue drop-off boxes.
The Colorado band is performing at the Arvada Center on Sept. 7.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
This is what you need to know about when the 2024 Paris Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
Nikola Jokic's older brother has been formerly charged for an assault at an April Nuggets game.
The Denver Nuggets and about a dozen other NBA teams have been sued in federal court by music publishers who allege the teams used songs by Drake, Jay-Z, Beyoncé and others without the publishers' consent.
The Denver Nuggets announced its preseason schedule, as the team will open up the new basketball year against the 2023-24 Champions, the Boston Celtics.
The State Department is offering a $10 million reward for information leading to the location of members of the malicious cyber hacking group Andariel.
Vice President Kamala Harris condemned protesters who engaged in "despicable acts" and "dangerous hate-fueled rhetoric."
The hydrothermal explosion happened in Yellowstone National Park's Biscuit Basin just before 10 a.m. local time on Tuesday, July 23.
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
Vice President Kamala Harris is criss-crossing the country as she begins a lightning speed presidential campaign.
The State Department is offering a $10 million reward for information leading to the location of members of the malicious cyber hacking group Andariel.
Vice President Kamala Harris condemned protesters who engaged in "despicable acts" and "dangerous hate-fueled rhetoric."
Vice President Kamala Harris is criss-crossing the country as she begins a lightning speed presidential campaign.
The bombers were intercepted by U.S. and Canadian fighter jets in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone.
President Biden said it's been the privilege of his life to serve the country for over 50 years.
Another day with "unhealthy" air quality rankings passed as Coloradans with respiratory issues huddled indoors to keep from breathing the smoke and ozone-laden air.
Prompted by a near-drowning experience as a child, Olympic swimmer Cullen Jones is now a swim lesson advocate. Here are his top tips to stay safe.
A new study has found tiny pieces of plastic we use everyday can find its way into the plaques of clogged coronary arteries. We asked a Colorado physician for tips on how to protect our health, despite these tiny particles being practically unavoidable.
COVID is spiking across the country, but why? CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder explains why July is seeing increased cases.
One French sports official says "nothing has been put into place" by Paris Olympics organizers to avoid or handle a potential coronavirus outbreak.
The Colorado Attorney General's office is applauding a ruling that puts the plans for a proposed merger between two of the country's largest grocery store chains temporarily on hold.
Westminster police are warning the public about a growing burglary trend in which small business owners are being targeted at their homes.
IRA rollovers are supposed to help workers prepare for retirement, but a quirk in the system could cost you.
Travelers have a number of rights when airlines scratch or delay their flights. Here's what you should know.
Displaying not a shred of anxiety, Pixar's "Inside Out 2" has rung up $1.4 billion at the box office since its June release.
A new national study from Prudential Financial shows Gen Xers are struggling to be prepared for retirement.
As temperatures heat up and Coloradans escape extreme weather outside, the heat will also put a strain on air conditioners keeping you cool inside.
The new nonprofit, On The House Denver, works with caseworkers and other nonprofit organizations to provide its clients with furniture and essential home items at no cost.
Last week was scorching hot in Colorado, so many people were staying indoors and cranking up the air conditioning.
The University of Denver is launching a new certificate program to address affordable housing needs in Colorado.