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'Countless Memories': Thornton Police Chief Randy Nelson To Retire This Month After 45 Years
After 45 years of working at the Thornton Police Department, Chief of Police Randy Nelson is retiring.
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After 45 years of working at the Thornton Police Department, Chief of Police Randy Nelson is retiring.
The Colorado National Guard was conducting mass testing at Sunny Acres in Thornton on Monday.
State health officials say nearly half of Colorado's COVID-19 related deaths are associated with long-term care facilities.
Dance studios are one of many businesses in the state and across the country that are struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Thoughtful Thornton campaign gives residents some simple tools to help neighbors-in-need during Colorado's Stay-at-Home order.
Police started investigating after the family did not return home on Monday, leaving behind their 5-year-old child.
There's a movement happening within the firefighter and paramedic community in Colorado during the coronavirus pandemic.
Police are investigating after a Thornton family did not return home on Monday, leaving behind their 5-year-old child.
It's a centuries old tradition -- to remind everyone we're in this together.
The Thornton Police Department busted a driver going 128 mph on Interstate 25. That's 73 mph over the speed limit.
Detectives with the Adams County Sheriff's Office are pleading for information in the case of a juvenile male found unconscious and bleeding.
The two were rescued after getting stuck in deep snow in late February; they were not so fortunate this time.
Police in Thornton have arrested the driver they believe was behind the wheel when Bradley Hatchett was struck on Feb. 22.
Thornton police say they found the suspect vehicle involved in a deadly hit and run on Feb. 22.
A teenager from Thornton, with a rare genetic disorder, needed both a liver and a kidney.
An Army veteran has died after being struck in a hit-and-run crash.
Thornton police want to find a white GMC SUV.
First responders help save countless lives each year, and on Valentine's Day, one family had the change to thank them.
Gary Wideman was sentenced Friday for the Aug. 11, 2018, death of 37-year-old Brenda Lee Martinez at the Extra Point Bar in Thornton.
Thornton police say a motorcyclist died Friday night after he was hit by another vehicle.
CBS4 photojournalist Mark Neitro saw four bald eagles near 104th and Macay and caught some great video.
The man who admitted to police that he had murdered his girlfriend has pleaded guilty to murder charges in connection to her death.
One man was killed and another man was injured at an apartment complex in Thornton early Monday morning.
Two people have minor injuries after a road rage shooting in Thornton Sunday morning.
A family has filed a lawsuit saying after their daughter suffered cardiac arrests and brain damage during cosmetic surgery, the medical professionals overseeing her care did not call 911 for more than five hours.
A 32-year-old Denver woman who believes she was drugged and raped during a "date" with a Denver cardiologist cried on the witness stand Thursday as she recalled blacking out for roughly ten hours after having a drink at the home of Dr. Stephen Matthews.
For a long weekend, just shy of 20 kids will get to spend some time with people just like them, those who were born with a cleft, and many say it's a safe space where they feel comfortable.
Denver Film will be taking over Lakeside Amusement Park for its annual Summer Scream.
Teenagers are digging up City Park this summer as part of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science student scientist internship program.
A former El Paso County deputy has been sentenced after pleading guilty to theft and misconduct charges in what has been an interesting and often confusing series of events that led to Kevin Sypher's arrest.
A 32-year-old Denver woman who believes she was drugged and raped during a "date" with a Denver cardiologist cried on the witness stand Thursday as she recalled blacking out for roughly ten hours after having a drink at the home of Dr. Stephen Matthews.
For a long weekend, just shy of 20 kids will get to spend some time with people just like them, those who were born with a cleft, and many say it's a safe space where they feel comfortable.
Denver Film will be taking over Lakeside Amusement Park for its annual Summer Scream.
Teenagers are digging up City Park this summer as part of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science student scientist internship program.
A former El Paso County deputy has been sentenced after pleading guilty to theft and misconduct charges in what has been an interesting and often confusing series of events that led to Kevin Sypher's arrest.
For a long weekend, just shy of 20 kids will get to spend some time with people just like them, those who were born with a cleft, and many say it's a safe space where they feel comfortable.
In Aurora, a Hispanic marketplace is giving small businesses like La Plaza Colorado a platform.
Investigators determine a bird the caught fire after flying into electrical equipment and that caused last week's brush fire near Byers.
CBS News Colorado First at 4 Anchor Karen Leigh sat down and spoke with Andrew Novic who discussed what all was in store for Summer Scream.
NBA guard Russell Westbrook is expected to join the Denver Nuggets after being bought out following a sign-and-trade agreement for Kris Dunn with the Utah Jazz and Los Angeles Clippers.
NBA guard Russell Westbrook is expected to join the Denver Nuggets after being bought out following a sign-and-trade agreement with the Utah Jazz and Los Angeles Clippers.
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.
The latest forecast indicates temperatures will likely be warmer than usual for much of the U.S. in August, September and October.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
The now-recalled Diamond Shruumz gummies had been sold legally, but testing found they contained an illegal controlled substance.
July is on track to see the fifth consecutive monthly drop in migrant apprehensions along the U.S.-Mexico border.
The gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from the roof of a building near the rally, hitting Trump in the right ear.
July is on track to see the fifth consecutive monthly drop in migrant apprehensions along the U.S.-Mexico border.
The gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from the roof of a building near the rally, hitting Trump in the right ear.
Former President Donald Trump is slated to accept the GOP's nomination for president on the fourth and last day of the Republican National Convention.
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.'"
For a long weekend, just shy of 20 kids will get to spend some time with people just like them, those who were born with a cleft, and many say it's a safe space where they feel comfortable.
The now-recalled Diamond Shruumz gummies had been sold legally, but testing found they contained an illegal controlled substance.
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.
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.