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Flags Will Be Lowered Across Colorado Thursday After Death Of Former State Rep. Val Vigil
Val Vigil, a former Colorado state representative who represented Thornton, has died.
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Val Vigil, a former Colorado state representative who represented Thornton, has died.
A stretch of southbound lanes of Interstate 25 in Thornton was closed Saturday morning for a deadly crash.
Vaccination rates are lagging in Adams County compared to neighboring counties. There's some that believe with the entire Mapleton Public Schools district staff vaccinated, there will be benefits beyond the campuses.
A dinosaur we know very well here at CBS4 has a high-profile role in the traveling exhibit Sue the T. rex at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
Thornton police helped reunite a stolen dog and car with a man on Saturday.
Colorado is adding a new tool they hope will help slow COVID-19 numbers as students and teachers return to in-person learning.
Girl Scout Troop 62511 helped the City of Thornton create an ADA-accessible archery range, so more of the community can take part in one of their favorite activities.
Authorities have released the name of a skier who died after he fell and slid into a tree at Eldora ski area.
A local Girl Scout troop used their skills to build an archery range in Thornton.
A 43-year-old Thornton man has been identified as the person who was killed on Interstate 25 when he got out of his car after a crash.
The Colorado Department of Public Health an Environment says the state has had 29 known cases of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in children confirmed.
The Thornton Fire Department is one of the first in the country to use new technology to monitor firefighters who were exposed to COVID-19.
Despite the push to get more older adults vaccinated since Gov. Jared Polis gave priority to those 70 and up, there remains confusion about where to get vaccinated.
A new app released by Adams County allows residents to get easy access to specific data about coronavirus outbreaks.
The historic wildfire season of 2020 could impact drinking water for more than a million Colorado residents.
One person was hurt after being shot in a drive-by shooting in Thornton overnight.
The search continues for the so-called "Bottleneck Bandits" wanted in three bank robberies in Thornton and Englewood in the past 3 weeks.
Three men suspected of a violent bank robbery in Thornton are also wanted for two bank robberies in Englewood.
Plans are finalizing as hospitals prepare to vaccinate front-line workers against coronavirus within the next few days.
Four detectives with the Thornton Police Department were recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice on Friday.
Deputies are searching for a suspect wanted after an early morning chase. A driver rammed several cars including a police cruiser.
Firefighters from North Metro Fire rushed to a burning mobile home over the weekend.
A man fired several gunshots "in close proximity" to officers from the Thornton Police Department as party-goers were dispersing early Saturday morning.
Terrence Gordon has been named the new Thornton Chief of Police following a long selection process.
Adams County, where the infectivity rate has risen to 7.6 percent, is in a world of hurt with the coronavirus.
A new traffic law that will go into effect in Colorado next month is focused on motorcycles. The new law concerns lane filtering, which is significantly different than lane splitting.
The gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from the roof of a building near the rally, hitting Trump in the right ear.
The Colorado Rockies are back at Coors Field Friday night and fans will have a new way to eat ice cream.
A total of 20 e-bikes are available at three pickup and dropoff sites throughout Chatfield State Park.
A 29-year-old Highlands Ranch man was arrested after allegedly firing a gun at his roommate.
A new traffic law that will go into effect in Colorado next month is focused on motorcycles. The new law concerns lane filtering, which is significantly different than lane splitting.
The Colorado Rockies are back at Coors Field Friday night and fans will have a new way to eat ice cream.
A total of 20 e-bikes are available at three pickup and dropoff sites throughout Chatfield State Park.
A 29-year-old Highlands Ranch man was arrested after allegedly firing a gun at his roommate.
A suspect in the fatal shooting of a Denver service industry worker was arrested after search effort that lasted a week.
Meteorologist Dayle Cedars has your Thursday forecast
Teens excavate City Park as part of a student science scholars program through the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.
A new traffic law that will go into effect in Colorado next month is focused on motorcycles. The new law concerns lane filtering, which is significantly different than lane splitting.
The Colorado Rockies are back at Coors Field Friday night and fans will have a new way to eat ice cream.
This year's Cheyenne Frontier Days has something special for the whole family, especially when it comes to fair food.
The Colorado Rockies are back at Coors Field Friday night and fans will have a new way to eat ice cream.
Mayor Anne Hidalgo declared the Seine river "exquisite" after taking a long-promised dip to show its water is safe for the Paris Olympics.
It was to be a night of nationwide exposure for the rising performer and Colorado native, instead, it drew criticism and expressions of concern.
The lawyers representing former Denver Broncos star Terrell Davis say United Airlines so far hasn't done enough to right what they say was an "injustice" done to their client.
Six years ago the Nuggets learned that they would have a long wait before they would see their first round draft pick Michael Porter Jr. on the court. A similar situation has emerged this year for the Nuggets with their most recent pick.
The gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from the roof of a building near the rally, hitting Trump in the right ear.
About 1 in 10 people with student loans have gotten debt relief, according to the Biden administration.
Usha Vance introduced husband JD Vance at the RNC, telling the delegates that when she met him at Yale Law School, his "idea of a good time was playing with puppies and watching the movie 'Babe.'"
Vice President Kamala Harris said Vance "participated in blocking protections for IVF" and has indicated he backs a national abortion ban.
Kai Trump, Donald Trump Jr.'s daughter, and Donald Trump's eldest grandchild, spoke Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention.
The gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from the roof of a building near the rally, hitting Trump in the right ear.
About 1 in 10 people with student loans have gotten debt relief, according to the Biden administration.
Usha Vance introduced husband JD Vance at the RNC, telling the delegates that when she met him at Yale Law School, his "idea of a good time was playing with puppies and watching the movie 'Babe.'"
Vice President Kamala Harris said Vance "participated in blocking protections for IVF" and has indicated he backs a national abortion ban.
Kai Trump, Donald Trump Jr.'s daughter, and Donald Trump's eldest grandchild, spoke Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention.
Public safety and health care organizations are using drones to speed up lifesaving treatment during medical emergencies in which every second counts.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
Children's Colorado is hosting it's annual Courage Classic Bike Tour to raise money for all it's departments.
At least 36 have been hospitalized after eating the mushroom "edibles."
A workout that mindlessly tones your arms while getting some cardio in? If it sounds too good to be true, that's because it may be. Here's what experts say.
About 1 in 10 people with student loans have gotten debt relief, according to the Biden administration.
Nearly 7,000 pounds of hot dogs were produced and distributed without being inspected, federal government says.
The dinosaur fossil of a Stegosaurus nicknamed Apex fetched 10 times its estimate at a Sotheby's auction on Wednesday.
The closure of a neighborhood Walmart on East Colfax Avenue and Havana Street left the community without a valued grocery store.
Here's how much EssilorLuxottica is paying for Supreme, the skate brand with a cult following.
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.
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.
Right now, Coloradans are struggling to make ends meet, and a nonprofit in Denver is providing opportunities to change that.