How Trump and Elon Musk derailed bipartisan plans for a funding bill
"My phone was ringing off the hook," Republican Rep. Andy Barr said. "The people who elected us are listening to Elon Musk."
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"My phone was ringing off the hook," Republican Rep. Andy Barr said. "The people who elected us are listening to Elon Musk."
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement after an injury in Europe.
President-elect Donald Trump huddled with allies while attending one of college football's biggest rivalries.
President-elect Donald Trump wants former lawmaker and auctioneer Billy Long to replace IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel.
President-elect Donald Trump says he intends to nominate Paul Atkins, the CEO of Patomak Partners and a former SEC commissioner, to head the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Martin O'Malley and Ken Martin have both jumped in the race for DNC chair, while others are exploring runs.
Trump has picked Howard Lutnick, a crypto enthusiast and the head of brokerage and investment bank Cantor Fitzgerald, to be commerce secretary.
The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.
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.
The long-awaited ruling, related to presidential immunity, could have profound consequences for the case.
Measure that would repeal so-called "government pensions offset" has been gaining support in House.
Americans voted to protect abortion access in seven states, but support for those measures outpaced support for Kamala Harris, who made abortion rights central to her campaign.
Here's a list of people President-elect Donald Trump has chosen for critical Cabinet posts and top White House jobs.
President Biden addressed the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
President-elect Donald Trump's vow to raise tariffs could have Americans paying more for goods, from toys to auto parts, experts say.
Donald Trump has won a second term in the White House after surpassing the 270 electoral votes needed for victory, CBS News projected Wednesday morning.
Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential election could boost economic growth and herald market-friendly policies, according to Wall Street.
The FBI said that a number of fabricated clips mimicking official statements and news organizations are spreading false information.
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe is facing a backlash over an offensive joke about Puerto Rico at a Trump rally days before the 2024 election.
With just over a week until Election Day, Puerto Rico has been thrust into the spotlight by both campaigns.
Here's how to bring up the topic productively, according to a relationship expert.
Joe Rogan interviewed former President Donald Trump at his studio Friday. Here's what to know about the show.
Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign raised more than three times as much money as former President Donald Trump in September.
Elon Musk's pledge to give away $1 million a day to voters for signing his PAC's petition is prompting questions about its legality.
President Biden said it's important for Ukraine's Western allies to "sustain our resolve" in supporting the country as he held meetings Friday with European partners.
State health officials have begun monitoring a facility that converts cow manure into natural gas after elevated levels of an unhealthy and flammable - but also naturally occurring - gas were recently detected.
After the loss of their daughter, the Swope family is dedicated to honoring her memory by helping other patients like her.
The Colorado Division of Securities is pursuing legal action against a man whom it claims deceived investors and used the ownership of federally supported low-income housing projects to line his own pockets.
For many travelers through the Denver International Airport, finding parking and security concerns can make holiday travel a little more stressful.
Three people were seriously injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Wheat Ridge Saturday night.
State health officials have begun monitoring a facility that converts cow manure into natural gas after elevated levels of an unhealthy and flammable - but also naturally occurring - gas were recently detected.
After the loss of their daughter, the Swope family is dedicated to honoring her memory by helping other patients like her.
The Colorado Division of Securities is pursuing legal action against a man whom it claims deceived investors and used the ownership of federally supported low-income housing projects to line his own pockets.
For many travelers through the Denver International Airport, finding parking and security concerns can make holiday travel a little more stressful.
Three people were seriously injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Wheat Ridge Saturday night.
Video of a crash at the intersection of Sheridan and West 38th Avenue in Wheat Ridge (Source: CBS Colorado)
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Saturday is the first night of Posadas, a Mexican Christmas tradition where people gather to re-enact the journey of Mary and Joseph to find shelter in Bethlehem.
A man died after a crash in Aurora Friday when he allegedly jumped onto a moving SUV.
The sales tax in Denver is about to rise. Businesses and consumers will have to prepare to pay more for goods going into the New Year.
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.
The Charlotte Hornets' mascot appeared to award a fan a video game console, but the device was taken away when the cameras stopped.
The Denver Broncos Week 17 matchup against the Bengals is now scheduled for Dec. 28.
Senators approve a bill to expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, with President Biden expected to sign it into law.
The IRS said it's sending out checks worth up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's what to know about the "special payments."
Police say the driver is under arrest after plowing into the crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing at least five people - including a 9-year-old - and injuring 200 others.
The Senate confirmed two more judges to the federal bench on Friday, giving President Biden a total of 235 since he took office.
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
There will be no criminal charges filed after the online leak of voting machine passwords that happened in the Colorado Secretary of State's Office.
The Senate confirmed two more judges to the federal bench on Friday, giving President Biden a total of 235 since he took office.
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
The Biden administration is canceling federal student loans for another 55,000 workers to the tune of $4.28 billion in what's expected to be the last such round before he leaves office.
Biden's most recent climate initiatives are all but certain to be short-lived, mostly thanks to an obscure law that tends to come into play every four years.
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.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
Sleep optimization, or "sleepmaxxing," is a popular trend among a younger demographic, but experts share a few words of caution.
Baristas at the Alameda and Federal location in Denver filed for a union election and on Saturday, baristas from across the Denver area are protesting outside another Starbucks calling for better pay and working conditions.
Senators approve a bill to expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, with President Biden expected to sign it into law.
The Holiday Market at Cherry Creek North is made up of dozens of small businesses and makers, and most of them are locally owned.
The IRS said it's sending out checks worth up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's what to know about the "special payments."
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
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.