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Grass Fire That Forced Evacuations Near Arvada-Westminster Border Quickly Brought Under Control
A grass fire led to a short evacuation in Arvada near the Westminster border, and fire officials said it is under control.
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A grass fire led to a short evacuation in Arvada near the Westminster border, and fire officials said it is under control.
President Joe Biden wrapped up a tour of fire-damaged areas in Boulder County Friday after hours of discussions with local and national Colorado leaders along with homeowners impacted by the Marshall Fire.
Offering hugs and humor, President Joe Biden comforted Coloradans grappling with rebuilding homes and businesses destroyed last week by a rare wind-whipped, winter fire that burned through a pair of heavily populated suburbs between Denver and Boulder.
On Friday, President Joe Biden visited the burn area, and met with families who lost everything.
President Joe Biden landed at Denver International Airport on Friday afternoon on his way to Boulder County.
During President Joe Biden's visit to Boulder County, Highway 36 will be closed periodically Friday afternoon.
Part of U.S. 36 at Wadsworth Boulevard in Broomfield was closed for at least an hour because of a serious crash involving a motorcycle and another vehicle.
In a matter of hours the Kruger Rock Fire, fanned by strong wind gusts through dry terrain, charred more than 130 acres on the southern edge of the beloved Town of Estes Park.
Part of Highway 66 in Boulder County is shut down in both directions after a semi-truck caught fire on Monday.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has a better idea of how many fish died after a tanker truck flipped over and spilled gas into the North St. Vrain Creek in Lyons last week.
Colorado wildlife officials say there was a significant fish kill in Lyons after a tanker truck flipped over and spilled gas into the North St. Vrain Creek.
A tanker rolled over and spilled fuel, forcing the closure of Highway 36 near Lyons.
A procession for slain Boulder police officer Eric Talley is scheduled for 3 p.m. on Wednesday.
It started with witnesses reporting a woman wearing little to no clothing who was screaming, "You're hurting me."
Snow accumulation hasn't really been this bad since April, which was in the middle of the pandemic shutdowns.
One person is dead following an auto vs. pedestrian crash along Highway 36 in Westminster. An RTD bus was involved.
Road work will shut down all but one lane in each direction for a two-mile stretch of the highway from Federal Boulevard to Pecos Street.
Part of Highway 36 leading up to Estes Park will reopen on Friday night, 10 days earlier than scheduled.
Part of Highway 36 leading up to Estes Park will be closed for the next month starting Monday.
The last year of the decade brought many news stories in Colorado that drew national attention, including a teachers strike in Denver that lasted for three days, a weather event dubbed the "bomb cyclone" and a video of parents brawling at a youth sports game in Lakewood that went viral.
Construction crews will repair a stretch of Highway 36 overnight Monday into Tuesday.
The final touches on the reconstruction of Highway 36 in Westminster are being put into place.
Authorities in Boulder identified the two people who died in an apparent murder and subsequent officer-involved shooting on Nov. 1.
The Table Mesa Park-n-Ride in Boulder reopened Saturday morning following a death investigation.
Boulder police are investigating a homicide at the Table Mesa Park and Ride Off US 36 and Table Mesa Drive.
After 32 roosters were rescued, the owner of a local sanctuary wondered what happened to the birds. Twenty-seven were euthanized the same day the sheriff's office touted the rescue's success. Two more were euthanized the next day.
They sit like haystacks in a field; piles of debris, waiting to be consumed. but in this case, it is by fire. In Evergreen, as well as other Colorado communities, burn piles await ignition as efforts increase to mitigate fires on forest land.
A nonprofit is helping create longevity and income for migrants in Denver.
More than 50 years after being injured in the Vietnam War, a Larimer County veteran received one of the armed service's most distinguished medals -- the Purple Heart.
After months of fighting, a judge ruled in favor of a Colorado Department of Corrections employee who was told he needed to return months of alleged overpay. It comes after the department blamed a payroll mistake.
After 32 roosters were rescued, the owner of a local sanctuary wondered what happened to the birds. Twenty-seven were euthanized the same day the sheriff's office touted the rescue's success. Two more were euthanized the next day.
They sit like haystacks in a field; piles of debris, waiting to be consumed. but in this case, it is by fire. In Evergreen, as well as other Colorado communities, burn piles await ignition as efforts increase to mitigate fires on forest land.
A nonprofit is helping create longevity and income for migrants in Denver.
More than 50 years after being injured in the Vietnam War, a Larimer County veteran received one of the armed service's most distinguished medals -- the Purple Heart.
After months of fighting, a judge ruled in favor of a Colorado Department of Corrections employee who was told he needed to return months of alleged overpay. It comes after the department blamed a payroll mistake.
It is going to be a hot weekend for Colorado. Meteorologist Dayle Cedars breaks down the temperatures and when the metro area could see rain.
After 32 roosters were rescued, the owner of a local sanctuary wondered what happened to the birds. Twenty-seven were euthanized the same day the sheriff's office touted the rescue's success. Two more were euthanized the next day.
They sit like haystacks in a field; piles of debris, waiting to be consumed. but in this case, it is by fire. In Evergreen, as well as other Colorado communities, burn piles await ignition as efforts increase to mitigate fires on forest land.
After months of fighting, a judge ruled in favor of a Colorado Department of Corrections employee who was told he needed to return months of alleged overpay. It comes after the department blamed a payroll mistake.
Your political reporter Shaun Boyd leads a conversation with CBS Colorado analysts about the shift from party voters to independents and more in this week's Left, Right, Center conversation.
Two female former student athletes who now work for DU Athletics describe their experiences at the University of Denver as full circle moments.
The basketball season is right around the corner again and Nuggets fans can mark their calendars for nationally televised games this year after the team's official full schedule was released on Thursday with tickets set to go on sale on Saturday.
Breanna Berry is a trailblazer who has made a name for herself by transforming professional players' shoes and cleats into masterpieces.
A historic Babe Ruth jersey, worn during his legendary "Called Shot" in the 1932 World Series, is expected to become one of the most expensive pieces of sports memorabilia ever as it heads to auction.
Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby filed a federal lawsuit against the WNBA and the Las Vegas Aces alleging discrimination and retaliation over a pregnancy.
"Our history is not just about the past, it's about our present and our future," President Biden said in a statement.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
Attorneys for former President Donald Trump asked the judge overseeing his criminal case in New York to delay his sentencing until after the presidential election in November.
Lawsuit claims hackers accessed "billions" of records, including Social Security numbers, by breaching background check company.
There have been rumors going around on the internet and in person that this weekend will see a gathering of Venezuelan immigrants in Aurora, but police say that those are so far just rumors.
In North Carolina, Harris took note of falling inflation but added, "Still, we know that many Americans don't yet feel that progress in their daily lives."
"Our history is not just about the past, it's about our present and our future," President Biden said in a statement.
The session follows a compromise reached between proponents and opponents of two property tax ballot measures, which would provide an estimated $270 million a year in tax relief.
Attorneys for former President Donald Trump asked the judge overseeing his criminal case in New York to delay his sentencing until after the presidential election in November.
The Denver Department of Public Health & Environment has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus in Denver so far this year.
ABC News Australia's Nate Byrne is being praised both for how he handled the on-air panic attack as well as the visibility he's bringing to mental health.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
New research shows just how successful uterus transplants can be for patients who otherwise wouldn't be able to carry their own biological child.
Two female former student athletes who now work for DU Athletics describe their experiences at the University of Denver as full circle moments.
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
Lawsuit claims hackers accessed "billions" of records, including Social Security numbers, by breaching background check company.
Businesses now face hefty penalties for buying, selling or promoting phony user ratings of products and services.
Campaign season is in full swing, and as American voters elect a new president in November, there are inevitable changes coming to our taxes.
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.