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Colorado's dry winter is now raising concerns about what summer recreation could look like, but rafting outfitters said the outlook isn't as bleak as it might seem.
Summer activities are having an unusually early start in the mountains due to the warm winter Colorado has experienced.
Crews spent much of the season making and moving snow just to keep runs open, even scraping it from surrounding areas to maintain coverage. But warmer temperatures and continuous sunshine eventually made that unsustainable.
A low-snow winter forced the Frisco Nordic Center to close weeks earlier than usual.
The Fairplay Police Department said it has outgrown the small basement space it currently uses inside Fairplay Town Hall, and leaders hope new funding will help build a proper station.
Thornton Ready has been designed to help warn locals sooner about situations such as wildfires and other disasters.
Two years since residents pushed back on the opening of two mental health facilities in Northglenn, anxiety and fear remain at the forefront.
Nearly 150 burned cars now fill Jason Rol's lot at his car shop, Rol Race Motorsports, in Thornton. After a grass fire, his business estimates a total of nearly $1 million in damages across all his lots.
Alone, cold and walking along a highway -- that's where a Commerce City police drone spotted a 76-year-old woman with Alzheimer's disease after she wandered away from her home last week.
Fires like the one in Thornton on Wednesday are a wake-up call for homeowners to consider what's at risk and to do what they can to protect their homes and neighbors.
An Aurora police officer who stopped at a red light earlier this month suddenly found himself fighting to save a newborn's life.
It was supposed to be the start of a long-awaited family cruise for Denver TSA employee Eduardo Morales and his wife, Mehgan. Instead, it turned into a tragedy.
As warm temperatures continue and spring weather moves in, Aurora is preparing for increased traffic to local pools.
The unusual season is changing how people use outdoor facilities and how the City of Aurora manages them.
Aurora police is again urging the public to come forward with information that could help identify the person who killed 15‑year‑old Xavier Dominguez nearly three weeks ago.
Danny Maddox used his skills in computer-aided manufacturing to help build a bell for the Denver Broncos.
Late Monday night, the Aurora City Council voted unanimously on a city ordinance, cracking down on retailers and smoke shops that sell tobacco and vaping products to people younger than 21 years old.
A Denver-based UFC fighter will be representing Colorado in the octagon this Saturday night in Las Vegas.
A Colorado man is living a life of gratitude after strangers, without hesitation, stepped in and saved his life when he collapsed on a trail in Arapahoe County due to cardiac arrest.
Cherry Creek School District is offering very Colorado-specific skills to help special education students at Smoky Hill High School succeed after graduation.
Flashing warning signs are coming to the intersection in Evergreen where a man with a disability was struck and killed in a hit-and-run the weekend of March 14.
A compound found in python blood could lead to a new kind of weight loss drug, one that suppresses appetite without some of the side effects linked to popular medications like Ozempic.
According to the Boulder Police Department's dashboard, over the last decade, less than 1% of bikes reported stolen in Boulder have been returned to their owners, valued at more than $15 million.
On Sunday, the Museum of Boulder hosted a memorial to honor five years since 10 people were killed in a mass shooting at the city's Table Mesa King Soopers grocery store on March 22, 2021.
Erie officials say they may shut off water to homes that ignore irrigation restrictions, calling the move an "extraordinary" step as unseasonably warm weather strains the town's limited winter supply.
Denver Summit FC captured its first point as a franchise with a 1-1 draw against the Orlando Pride last weekend. It's a milestone worth celebrating, but likely the first of many during its inaugural season.
The city's Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency is offering up to $50,000 in grants to community organizations to help purchase, distribute and install cooling equipment in neighborhoods most at risk.
Five days before Denver Summit FC takes the field for its first ever home match, controlling owner Rob Cohen says the moment is really starting to sink in.
An Olympic-style competition featuring more than 20 events is set to take center stage in Denver this summer for the first time.
For Denver Water users, the Board of Water Commissioners will consider possible mandatory watering restrictions.
The controversial Crowsnest annexation petition in Castle Pines has been withdrawn by the developer, as Castle Pines prepares to consider creating an annexation policy.
A new bill proposed in the state legislature hopes to save lives on Colorado's highways.
By downloading an app or calling a number, anyone can use the Link On Demand service to call for a free ride in Lone Tree or Highlands Ranch and next month, Parker joins the list.
While many Coloradans enjoyed fun in the snow and soaked in the much-needed moisture, others were dealing with power outages.
A former Zynex employee shared her story with CBS Colorado about what she saw while working for the company, including overbilling insurance and sending unwanted supplies to patients.
Flashing warning signs are coming to the intersection in Evergreen where a man with a disability was struck and killed in a hit-and-run the weekend of March 14.
A tight-knit community is grieving the loss of a beloved neighbor with intellectual disabilities, after he was killed in a hit-and-run crash over the weekend.
Lakewood voters can expect to start seeing ballots in the mail soon. On April 7, voters will decide whether to keep or repeal recent rezoning changes approved by the city council.
The U.S. Department of Education says Colorado's second largest school district is violating Title IX by allowing transgender students access to sports teams, bathrooms and overnight accommodations that match their gender identity.
High winds turned the big, beautiful trees that make Evergreen so green into safety hazards. Evergreen Fire/Rescue responded to at least 75 calls related to the wind.
Several towns and cities across Colorado's Front Range are already announcing, or considering, water restrictions before the summer has even arrived.
The Federal Aviation Administration is in the process of trying to hire more air traffic control operators amid a nationwide shortage.
The Colorado State University women's basketball team is headed to the Big Dance, as the Mountain West Champions are set to play in March Madness for the first time since 2016.
Rep. Gabe Evans and Sen. Michael Bennet worked together in Washington D.C. to help the City of Greeley secure $850,000 for safety improvements to 35th Avenue.
Industry experts are warning of a possible increase of prices of beef in the weeks to come due to a worker strike in the state.
Colorado's youth detention facilities are at the center of a civil rights lawsuit alleging that children are being kept beyond their court-ordered release dates. Advocates and families say the impact is irreversible.
Colorado's dry winter is now raising concerns about what summer recreation could look like, but rafting outfitters said the outlook isn't as bleak as it might seem.
The Denver Pioneers men's ice hockey team is preparing for a familiar quest.
Several towns and cities across Colorado's Front Range are already announcing, or considering, water restrictions before the summer has even arrived.
Flashing warning signs are coming to the intersection in Evergreen where a man with a disability was struck and killed in a hit-and-run the weekend of March 14.
Colorado's youth detention facilities are at the center of a civil rights lawsuit alleging that children are being kept beyond their court-ordered release dates.
Tuesday was a busy day for firefighters in Englewood and Castle Rock.
Nearly 95% of Colorado State Patrol troopers are men, a gap leaders say they are working to close through mentorship and increased visibility for women in law enforcement.
A newly introduced bill at the Colorado State Capitol would allow LGBTQ individuals to sue for damages caused by so-called conversion therapy, or therapy aimed at changing the sexual orientation or gender identity of a person.
Police in Denver arrested a suspect named David Miller wanted in connection with stealing statues outside a downtown Denver church earlier this month.
The Denver Pioneers men's ice hockey team is preparing for a familiar quest.
Denver Summit FC captured its first point as a franchise with a 1-1 draw against the Orlando Pride last weekend. It's a milestone worth celebrating, but likely the first of many during its inaugural season.
Five days before Denver Summit FC takes the field for its first ever home match, controlling owner Rob Cohen says the moment is really starting to sink in.
Denver Summit FC midfielder Jasmine Aikey will be out for the rest of the team's inaugural season after suffering a serious injury.
DraftKings pushed back on the accusation, saying in a statement that it is not engaging in trademark infringement.
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
The landmark decision comes after a nearly seven-week trial. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta prioritized profits over safety.
FedEx said it will give customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery, including for large and oversized packages.
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
A newly introduced bill at the Colorado State Capitol would allow LGBTQ individuals to sue for damages caused by so-called conversion therapy, or therapy aimed at changing the sexual orientation or gender identity of a person.
The bill would require employers to use employees' chosen names, pronouns and personal titles, update records to reflect those names and pronouns, and allow employees to access the restrooms and changing facilities that correspond with the employee's gender identity.
Democrats are pushing for reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the Senate appeared to be closing in on a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
A compound found in python blood could lead to a new kind of weight loss drug, one that suppresses appetite without some of the side effects linked to popular medications like Ozempic.
Two bills making their way through the Colorado General Assembly would require screening kids for vision loss at an earlier age and make school physicals more accessible.
An Olympic-style competition featuring more than 20 events is set to take center stage in Denver this summer for the first time.
Two Colorado lawmakers have proposed a bill to address racial disparity when it comes to maternal mortality rates.
The federal class-action lawsuit claims that, for years, state officials have known that they're harming already vulnerable children by keeping them in detention, even after judges have said they should be released.
Colorado's dry winter is now raising concerns about what summer recreation could look like, but rafting outfitters said the outlook isn't as bleak as it might seem.
FedEx said it will give customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery, including for large and oversized packages.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the issue can reduce the driver's ability to detect hazards and increase the risk of a crash.
Polymarket tightened its rules after questions surfaced over whether some prediction market customers engaged in insider trading.
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
Colorado's youth detention facilities are at the center of a civil rights lawsuit alleging that children are being kept beyond their court-ordered release dates. Advocates and families say the impact is irreversible.
One day after DIA's general counsel filed a federal lawsuit against the city and three of Mayor Mike Johnston's appointees -- alleging unethical and potentially illegal behavior, and claiming they were plotting to oust airport CEO Phil Washington -- one of the appointees, City Attorney Miko Brown, responded by saying of the claims in the lawsuit, "I know they're upsetting."
A woman whose aging mother was charged thousands of dollars to change a lock reached out to CBS Colorado in hopes that the station would help them get the money back.
A senior lawyer at Denver International Airport filed a federal lawsuit against the city and three top officials, claiming he was pushed out of his job after warning about possible alleged violations of law and more.
A CBS Colorado investigation has found Denver may now be subsidizing fire protection for neighboring cities -- despite deals that were supposed to save money -- as the city faces deep budget cuts and layoffs.