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Heavy rain washes out road in foothills west of Colorado Springs
Heavy rains in southern Colorado over the past week have led to flooding that destroyed part of a road in the foothills just west of Colorado Springs.
Denver's Ballpark Improvement district hires new leader
The Ballpark General Improvement District surrounding Coors Field has a new leader with a new vision.
16th Street Mall Ride gets a new name
The free shuttle buses that run up and down Denver's 16th Street are getting a new name.
Woman's body is found in home that caught fire
A woman's body was found during a search through a burned Colorado home.
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Severe storms and wildfire smoke threaten Colorado on Sunday
A few strong to severe storms are possible across Colorado on Sunday.
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Judge temporarily blocks deportation of Boulder attack suspect's family
A federal judge in Colorado temporarily blocked federal immigration officials from removing the wife and five children of the man charged in Sunday's attack in Boulder from the country or the state.
Faith and political leaders deliver strong messages, call for change
Gov. Jared Polis along with other political and faith leaders held a vigil in Boulder Wednesday morning at the site of Sunday's attack on the Pearl Street Mall in which a suspect hurled Molotov cocktails at a march for Israeli hostages.
What will Pearl Street security look like moving forward?
Boulder Police Chief Stephen Redfearn had Pearl Street security on high alert Wednesday as local religious leaders and Colorado Gov. Jared Polis held a vigil recognizing Sunday's Molotov cocktail attack.
Religious leaders say they're concerned for the safety of their congregants
On Wednesday morning people of many faiths gathered on Pearl Street Mall to show support for the Jewish community and reassure them that they are safe in Boulder.
As Boulder begins to return to normal, local shop dog puts smiles on faces
Boulder business owners and regulars still feel a sense of unease, but outside one shop, there's someone who is reminding them to smile a bit each day.
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Couple found dead inside home in northern part of Denver metro area after deputies shoot suspect
Two people were found dead inside a home in the Denver metro area early Friday morning, believed to be killed by their son-in-law.
Some participants voice concerns about their visibility during weekly arts nights on Santa Fe
There are some new rules in place for First Friday Art Nights on Santa Fe in Denver.
Heavy rain washes out road in foothills west of Colorado Springs
Heavy rains in southern Colorado over the past week have led to flooding that destroyed part of a road in the foothills just west of Colorado Springs.
Dry weather in Denver this weekend? What to expect
There will be rain in Denver on Sunday.
CBS reporters describe covering Boulder terror attack on the day it happened: Go Behind the Story
A march in Boulder was targeted on June 1 and people were burned by Molotov cocktails hurled by a suspect. Learn from CBS News Colorado journalists what their approach was to covering the devastating breaking news on that day.
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Feds warn about threats to Israeli and Jewish institutions in U.S.
A new bulletin warns that recent attacks "could motivate others to conduct violence against Israeli and Jewish institutions, or their supporters."
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow layoffs at Education Department
A federal judge in Massachusetts had blocked the Trump administration from laying off more than 1,300 employees at the Department of Education.
Steve Bannon calls for federal investigation into Musk after split with Trump
Steve Bannon told CBS News he wants the Trump administration to probe alleged drug use by Elon Musk, and his immigration status.
Trump threatens to cut off Musk's subsidies. That could cost Tesla and SpaceX billions.
"The easiest way to save money in our Budget … is to terminate Elon's Governmental Subsidies and Contracts," Trump said in a post.
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ICE arrests top 100,000 under Trump as officials expand detention efforts
Arrests by Immigration and Customs Enforcement during President Trump's second term topped 100,000 this week.
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Will norovirus surge early again this year? CDC urges tracking of new strain
The norovirus strain GII.17 may have disrupted the seasonal pattern of outbreaks.
Trump's budget bill continues GOP efforts to roll back Obamacare
President Trump's domestic policy legislation the House advanced in May includes a substantial rollback of the Affordable Care Act.
Measles vaccination rates have declined in most U.S. counties, study finds
Of the 2,066 counties the study looked at, 78% saw a decline in MMR vaccination rates. But rates can vary substantially within a state.
Colorado survivors gather to mark National Cancer Survivors Day
More than 100 cancer survivors gathered at Fiddler's Green on Sunday morning to mark National Cancer Survivors Day with stories of hope, healing, and community.
Removing fluoride from water could cause 25 million cavities, cost $9.8 billion
New research suggests that removing fluoride from public water would increase dental care costs and tooth decay for children across the United States.
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Denver mayor reverses course on big raises for appointees
Mayor Johnston backtracked late Friday, withdrawing a measure that would have given a dozen of his appointees hefty salary raises.
State error impacting more than 3,000 Colorado electric vehicle owners
More than 3,000 Colorado electric and hybrid truck owners are getting some expensive news as they try to re-register their vehicles in 2025.
New rock throwing incident prompts felony investigation
The sheriff's office says it will likely recommend charges against three elementary students after they allegedly threw multiple large rocks from their school bus that then hit a car passing in the other direction.
Department of Corrections committed to body camera implementation
The Colorado Department of Corrections now says it's moving forward with a full implementation of body worn cameras for their adult parole division.
Travel advisor in "disbelief" DIA paid for executive to use first/business class
A travel consultant who is in the business of helping travelers save money on flight upgrades said he was in "shock, disbelief" to learn executives from Denver International Airport spent as much as $19,000 for roundtrip airfare to attend an aviation conference overseas.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Storm outbreak May 18, 2025
On May 18, 2025, a strong storm system moved through Colorado, causing damage and triggering multiple tornado warnings.
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Community bike ride honors boy killed by distracted driving, calls for change
Nearly two years after a young Colorado boy was killed by a distracted driver, his community is uniting for "Ollie's Ride for Change."
Family of missing Denver hairstylist says her body has been found
The family of a Denver hairstylist missing since April confirmed Saturday that her body has been found.
Finalists announced for naming contest of new art installation in RiNo district
Time is almost up for Denver residents to name a new climbable art sculpture to be unveiled in the RiNo Arts District later this month.
Colorado man who used pill presses to make, sell fentanyl sentenced to 145 years
A Colorado man was sentenced to 145.5 years in state prison Friday after police discovered six pill presses, two 3D-printed semi-automatic guns, and baggies of fentanyl pills and cocaine powder scattered throughout his Aurora residence last year.
Decomposing body found in alley, police investigate "suspicious death"
Police in the Denver metro area are investigating what they called a "suspicious death" after a body was discovered in an alley.
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Colorado community prepares to celebrate Boulder Jewish Festival on Sunday
Sunday is the Boulder Jewish Festival, and the group targeted in last Sunday's attack, Run for Their Lives, will be marching once again. Members of the community said it's important to move forward with these events, and the city expects a large turnout for the festival.
Community bike ride honors Colorado boy killed by distracted driving, calls for change
Nearly two years after a young Colorado boy was killed by a distracted driver, his community is uniting for "Ollie's Ride for Change."
Severe storms and wildfire smoke threaten Colorado on Sunday
A few strong to severe storms are possible across Colorado on Sunday.
Weekend brings sun and a brief dry break across Colorado
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Family of K'tahna Smith speak about her life after shooting in Aurora
The family of a 15-year-old killed in Aurora remembered the teen in a ceremony. K'tahna Smith was killed last weekend during a pop-up party that turned violent.
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Sovereignty wins the 157th running of the Belmont Stakes
The race marked a kind of replay of the Kentucky Derby. Sovereignty finished in first, Journalism ended up in second again and Baeza was third — the same 1-2-3 as the Derby.
Coco Gauff beats Aryna Sabalenka to win first French Open women's title
Coco Gauff is the first American to win the French Open since Serena Williams in 2015.
Judge approves NCAA settlement, clearing way for schools to pay athletes
The agreement brings a seismic shift to hundreds of schools that were forced to reckon with the reality that their players are the ones producing the billions in TV and other revenue.
Peyton Manning joins Denver NWSL's ownership group
Peyton Manning has joined the ownership group of Denver NWSL, the still unnamed professional women's soccer team set to start playing next year, the team announced.
Find out what coaching lessons Adelman learned from his dad
A large reason why David Adelman is now a full-time head coach in the NBA is the performance by the Denver Nuggets this postseason.
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Sovereignty wins the 157th running of the Belmont Stakes
The race marked a kind of replay of the Kentucky Derby. Sovereignty finished in first, Journalism ended up in second again and Baeza was third — the same 1-2-3 as the Derby.
Trump threatens Musk with "serious consequences" if he donates to Democrats
When asked if his relationship with Elon Musk was over, President Trump said, "I would assume so, yeah."
Coco Gauff beats Aryna Sabalenka to win first French Open women's title
Coco Gauff is the first American to win the French Open since Serena Williams in 2015.
Body of Thai hostage kidnapped into Gaza is retrieved, Israel says
Nattapong Pinta worked in agriculture before he was kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7, 2023.
Judge approves NCAA settlement, clearing way for schools to pay athletes
The agreement brings a seismic shift to hundreds of schools that were forced to reckon with the reality that their players are the ones producing the billions in TV and other revenue.
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Trump threatens Musk with "serious consequences" if he donates to Democrats
When asked if his relationship with Elon Musk was over, President Trump said, "I would assume so, yeah."
Elon Musk suggests creating a new political party amid Trump rift
Elon Musk floated creating a new political party, possibly dubbed the "America Party," this week, potentially escalating his feud with President Trump.
Appeals court allows Trump to ban AP from smaller spaces for now
A federal appeals court is allowing the Trump White House to ban the Associated Press from the Oval Office and other restricted spaces for now.
Supreme Court halts lower court orders requiring DOGE to hand over records
The Supreme Court halted a lower court order that required DOGE to turn over information to a government watchdog group.
Supreme Court lets DOGE access sensitive Social Security info
The Supreme Court agreed to temporarily lift an injunction that limited DOGE's access to Social Security Administration systems.
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Mental health program serves as significant decrease in overdoses, jail bookings
A Denver mental health program for the community's most vulnerable members is sharing its success.
12th measles case confirmed in Colorado, connected to out-of-state traveler
Another case of measles in Colorado has been confirmed, bringing the total to 12. This is the most recent in a string of cases connected to an out-of-state traveler.
Ground beef with possible E. coli distributed nationwide, USDA says
The beef, which may be contaminated with E. coli, was distributed to Whole Foods Market retail locations across the U.S.
Colorado hospital's expertise in burns helps those injured in Boulder attack
Some of those injured in Sunday's attack in Boulder, Colorado were being treated at UCHealth's Burn and Frostbite Center in Aurora, and two of the three had to be flown to the hospital following the attack due to the severity of the burns.
CDC official overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations resigns
The resignation follows an order by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to change the agency's guidance.
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Denver's Ballpark Improvement district hires new leader
The Ballpark General Improvement District surrounding Coors Field has a new leader with a new vision.
Film on the Rocks returns to Red Rocks with popular classics
Film fans can rejoice with the return of Film on the Rocks, the popular film series at Red Rocks. This year's installation of the event series will include popular classics for children, families, and sci-fi fans.
Colorado Safeway union workers agree to go on strike
The United Food Commercial Workers Local 7 said union members in Colorado have agreed to go on strike.
Employers added 139,000 jobs in May as labor market remains steady
Employers across the U.S. added 139,000 jobs in May while the nation's unemployment rate remained at 4.2%, new data shows.
Meta platforms showed hundreds of "nudify" deepfake ads, CBS News finds
Meta platforms such as Instagram have marketed AI tools that let users create sexually explicit images of real people.
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Denver proposes sweeping personnel changes to deal with 2026 deficit
The director of Denver's Office of Human Resources said the city's projected $200 million deficit would likely mean "hundreds" of city workers will be laid off, necessitating dramatic changes in some city personnel rules.
Adams County undersheriff placed on leave due to "incident" at home
An undersheriff in Colorado has been placed on leave and is under investigation.
New Thornton police chief accidentally fired gun 2 weeks ago
The City of Thornton will swear in a new police chief Tuesday evening, but prior to that, CBS News Colorado has learned that Jim Baird accidentally fired a new gun at his apartment on May 14, something the City of Thornton had not previously disclosed.
Mayor Johnston warns "tough times ahead," announces furloughs, layoffs
Denver's mayor is blaming slow revenue growth and "unsustainable" city expenses for a $50 million budget shortfall for the remainder of 2025 and a projected $200 million budget shortfall for 2026 which he called "a profound challenge."
DIA employees question CEO about $19,000 business class flights
Denver International Airport CEO Phil Washington is again being pressed for answers about costly business class tickets that he approved for his executive staff.