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Hit-and-run suspect returns to scene of crash, gets arrested, police say
Officers responded to a report of a dead body near Sheridan Boulevard and West 82nd Avenue. Investigators believe the man was killed in a hit-and-run crash. Now a suspect is in custody after returning to the scene of the crash.
Rising number of hoist rescues in Colorado has experts thinking
The last call was another serious one. There was a rockfall and a climber caught up in it, who had tumbled down part of the face of 14,041-foot Little Bear Peak southeast of the Great Sand Dunes National Park.
Aurora teen killed while riding scooter in hit-and-run crash, police say
A 16-year-old boy was struck while riding a scooter in Aurora and later died in the hospital. Now police are searching for the vehicle and the driver who hit him.
Colorado sees weekend cooldown before heat returns
If you don't like the heat, enjoy the temperatures this weekend. Highs for Colorado's Front Range will be in the upper 80s, right around our average temperature for this time of year.
Bodies of missing paddleboarder and dog recovered from Eleven Mile Reservoir
The bodies of a missing paddleboarder and a dog were recovered from Eleven Mile Reservoir in the southern portion of Park County overnight after wildlife officials say a strong wind blew a group of paddleboarders into the water.
Colorado Music Festival musician pursues heights of Colorado, Florida
The Colorado Music Festival is a highlight of the year for some orchestra musicians.
Colorado firefighting plane makes emergency landing due to mechanical issue with landing gear
A firefighting plane in Colorado had to make an emergency landing without the landing gear working properly on Friday.
Denver Pops prepares to celebrate five years in business
For Robbie Smith and Ashley Paige, popsicles are the family business. The couple moved to Denver five years ago and immediately began making the tasty treats as part of the company they started called "Denver Pops."
Colorado movie car museum to find new home, auction cars, as apartments replace building
A popular movie car museum is closing its doors temporarily after this weekend, as the building will be demolished and hundreds of apartments will replace the space. Now, dozens of cars need to be auctioned off.
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Near normal temperatures Saturday before the heatwave returns
Smoky skies Saturday with afternoon storms for the Denver metro area and eastern plains this afternoon.
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Gilbert Arenas arrested for allegedly operating illegal gambling ring
Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, a member of an Israeli transnational organized crime group and four others were arrested for allegedly operating an illegal gambling and poker ring.
Half-priced Denver Broncos tickets go on sale July 31
Half-priced Denver Broncos tickets go on sale on Thursday for the 2025 season at Empower Field at Mile High.
Laura Dahlmeier, 2-time Olympic champion, dies after climbing accident
Laura Dahlmeier, who began her career at 19, won two Olympic golds at the PyeongChang Games in 2018 and
Colorado makes moves to sell historic Denver railyard
Burnham Yard is a historic railyard in Denver that was in operation for over a century. It shut down in 2016 and was purchased by the state in 2021. Now, CDOT is tearing down some buildings that some believe should be preserved.
Deion Sanders: "Let's stop being ashamed" about bladder cancer struggles
From dealing with a catheter to using adult diapers, University of Colorado head football coach Deion Sanders is willing to speak out about his cancer recovery.
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Rising number of hoist rescues in Colorado has experts thinking
The last call was another serious one. There was a rockfall and a climber caught up in it, who had tumbled down part of the face of 14,041-foot Little Bear Peak southeast of the Great Sand Dunes National Park.
Near normal temperatures Saturday before the heatwave returns
Smoky skies Saturday with afternoon storms for the Denver metro area and eastern plains this afternoon.
Music Festival musician pursues heights of Colorado, Florida
The Colorado Music Festival brings together exceptional musicians from 44 orchestras across the country and around the world. For four weeks, they live and play in Boulder, performing a packed calendar of four concerts each week.
Colorado school district implements new cell phone policy
Starting next year, all school districts in Colorado are required to have a policy in place limiting the use of cell phones in classrooms. But some schools, like the Weld RE-4 district, will have those policies in place this year.
Changes to Colorado's lemon law might have unintended consequences
Last year, Colorado made changes to the existing lemon law to add further protections. While there were positive changes made through this legislation, one woman is coming forward with her story of how it's left her stranded.
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Gov. Jared Polis announces clean energy portal to help Coloradans save money
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis announced a new initiative Friday to help Coloradans cut costs on clean energy.
Judge blocks expedited deportations of those who entered the U.S. legally
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration's policy of rapidly deporting migrants who were granted parole to enter the U.S. legally.
Trump fires labor statistics chief after disappointing job numbers
President Trump said he ordered his administration to fire Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer after the July jobs report.
Judge delays termination of legal status for immigrants from 3 countries
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from ending Temporary Protected Status for tens of thousands of immigrants from Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua.
Special session to address Colorado's projected $1 billion budget shortfall looming
Right now, all signs point to a special session to resolve Colorado's projected $1.2 billion shortfall.
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Justin Timberlake reveals "relentlessly debilitating" Lyme disease diagnosis
Justin Timberlake, who wrapped up a two-year tour Wednesday, shared he has Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness, on Instagram.
High Noon recall warns some Celsius energy drink cans may contain vodka seltzer
Beverage brand High Noon is recalling some of its beach variety packs due to some cans being mislabeled as non-alcoholic Celsius energy drinks.
RFK Jr.'s rhetoric appears to put blame on patients for health issues
In their zeal to "Make America Healthy Again," top Trump administration officials depict patients and the doctors who treat them as partly responsible for whatever ails them.
Disability advocates urge RTD to keep Access-on-Demand
The Regional Transportation District board is scheduled to vote on changes to its paratransit program, which includes Access-a-Ride and Access-on-Demand, on which thousands of Coloradans with disabilities rely.
Deion Sanders' doctor in cancer treatment also helped Vail's police chief
Vail Police Chief Ryan Kenney survived an aggressive form of bladder cancer whose experience mirrors that of University of Colorado Buffaloes' Coach Prime.
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More passengers join lawsuit after American Airlines plane fire at DIA
The number of passengers suing American Airlines over an engine fire in March is now at 17, attorneys for those plaintiffs say. The fire happened aboard a Boeing 737 that had taken off from Colorado Springs en route to Dallas.
Hundrends of tiles in Denver International Airport's Great Hall cracked, missing grout
If you've been to Denver International Airport lately, you might have noticed the brand-new tiling that's part of the Great Hall Project is cracked in many places, and some tiles are held together with nothing but tape.
Coloradans sound alarm on sauna builder who abandoned projects
A Colorado business owner promising to build backyard buildings like saunas and sheds suddenly stopped delivering.
South Metro Fire forecasts $500 million shortfall over next decade
South Metro Fire Rescue, which serves nearly 600,000 residents in Arapahoe, Douglas and Jefferson counties, is forecasting a $20 to $30 million shortfall next year, followed by significant yearly budget shortfalls.
Motorcycle deaths increase in months following lane filtering legalization
Across Colorado, motorcycle deaths are surging. In 2024, 165 riders died -- the most ever in the state.
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Donor Dash 2025
Participants honored and celebrated the lives of organ and tissue donors, their recipients and recognized those who continue to wait for a lifesaving transplant. CBS News Colorado's Michael Spencer was the emcee.
Fan Expo Denver 2025
Fans of anime, comic books, sci-fi, horror, and other pop culture filled the Colorado Convention Center for Fan Expo Denver 2025.
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Hit-and-run suspect returns to scene of crash, gets arrested, police say
Officers responded to a report of a dead body near Sheridan Boulevard and West 82nd Avenue. Investigators believe the man was killed in a hit-and-run crash. Now a suspect is in custody after returning to the scene of the crash.
Rising number of hoist rescues in Colorado has experts thinking
The last call was another serious one. There was a rockfall and a climber caught up in it, who had tumbled down part of the face of 14,041-foot Little Bear Peak southeast of the Great Sand Dunes National Park.
Aurora teen killed while riding scooter in hit-and-run crash, police say
A 16-year-old boy was struck while riding a scooter in Aurora and later died in the hospital. Now police are searching for the vehicle and the driver who hit him.
Colorado sees weekend cooldown before heat returns
If you don't like the heat, enjoy the temperatures this weekend. Highs for Colorado's Front Range will be in the upper 80s, right around our average temperature for this time of year.
Bodies of missing paddleboarder and dog recovered from Eleven Mile Reservoir
The bodies of a missing paddleboarder and a dog were recovered from Eleven Mile Reservoir in the southern portion of Park County overnight after wildlife officials say a strong wind blew a group of paddleboarders into the water.
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Rising number of hoist rescues in Colorado has experts thinking
The last call was another serious one. There was a rockfall and a climber caught up in it, who had tumbled down part of the face of 14,041-foot Little Bear Peak southeast of the Great Sand Dunes National Park.
Near normal temperatures Saturday before the heatwave returns
Smoky skies Saturday with afternoon storms for the Denver metro area and eastern plains this afternoon.
Music Festival musician pursues heights of Colorado, Florida
The Colorado Music Festival brings together exceptional musicians from 44 orchestras across the country and around the world. For four weeks, they live and play in Boulder, performing a packed calendar of four concerts each week.
Colorado school district implements new cell phone policy
Starting next year, all school districts in Colorado are required to have a policy in place limiting the use of cell phones in classrooms. But some schools, like the Weld RE-4 district, will have those policies in place this year.
Changes to Colorado's lemon law might have unintended consequences
Last year, Colorado made changes to the existing lemon law to add further protections. While there were positive changes made through this legislation, one woman is coming forward with her story of how it's left her stranded.
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Gilbert Arenas arrested for allegedly operating illegal gambling ring
Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, a member of an Israeli transnational organized crime group and four others were arrested for allegedly operating an illegal gambling and poker ring.
Half-priced Denver Broncos tickets go on sale July 31
Half-priced Denver Broncos tickets go on sale on Thursday for the 2025 season at Empower Field at Mile High.
Laura Dahlmeier, 2-time Olympic champion, dies after climbing accident
Laura Dahlmeier, who began her career at 19, won two Olympic golds at the PyeongChang Games in 2018 and
Colorado makes moves to sell historic Denver railyard
Burnham Yard is a historic railyard in Denver that was in operation for over a century. It shut down in 2016 and was purchased by the state in 2021. Now, CDOT is tearing down some buildings that some believe should be preserved.
Deion Sanders: "Let's stop being ashamed" about bladder cancer struggles
From dealing with a catheter to using adult diapers, University of Colorado head football coach Deion Sanders is willing to speak out about his cancer recovery.
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Montana authorities searching for suspect after 4 killed in bar shooting
Authorities said the suspect in a shooting at The Owl Bar in Anaconda, Montana, was believed to be armed and dangerous.
Trump fires labor statistics chief after disappointing job numbers
President Trump said he ordered his administration to fire Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer after the July jobs report.
Employers added 73,000 jobs in July, falling short of forecasts
Hiring across the U.S. was weaker than expected in July, a sign the labor market is shifting into lower gear.
Trump unveils higher tariffs on dozens of countries
The Trump administration is poised to hit dozens of nations around the world with higher tariffs starting next week.
White House to add 90,000-square-foot ballroom to East Wing
The approximately $200 million project will be funded by President Trump and other private donors, White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said.
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Gov. Jared Polis announces clean energy portal to help Coloradans save money
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis announced a new initiative Friday to help Coloradans cut costs on clean energy.
Judge blocks expedited deportations of those who entered the U.S. legally
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration's policy of rapidly deporting migrants who were granted parole to enter the U.S. legally.
Trump fires labor statistics chief after disappointing job numbers
President Trump said he ordered his administration to fire Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer after the July jobs report.
Judge delays termination of legal status for immigrants from 3 countries
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from ending Temporary Protected Status for tens of thousands of immigrants from Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua.
Special session to address Colorado's projected $1 billion budget shortfall looming
Right now, all signs point to a special session to resolve Colorado's projected $1.2 billion shortfall.
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Justin Timberlake reveals "relentlessly debilitating" Lyme disease diagnosis
Justin Timberlake, who wrapped up a two-year tour Wednesday, shared he has Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness, on Instagram.
High Noon recall warns some Celsius energy drink cans may contain vodka seltzer
Beverage brand High Noon is recalling some of its beach variety packs due to some cans being mislabeled as non-alcoholic Celsius energy drinks.
RFK Jr.'s rhetoric appears to put blame on patients for health issues
In their zeal to "Make America Healthy Again," top Trump administration officials depict patients and the doctors who treat them as partly responsible for whatever ails them.
Disability advocates urge RTD to keep Access-on-Demand
The Regional Transportation District board is scheduled to vote on changes to its paratransit program, which includes Access-a-Ride and Access-on-Demand, on which thousands of Coloradans with disabilities rely.
Deion Sanders' doctor in cancer treatment also helped Vail's police chief
Vail Police Chief Ryan Kenney survived an aggressive form of bladder cancer whose experience mirrors that of University of Colorado Buffaloes' Coach Prime.
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Denver Pops prepares to celebrate five years in business
For Robbie Smith and Ashley Paige, popsicles are the family business. The couple moved to Denver five years ago and immediately began making the tasty treats as part of the company they started called "Denver Pops."
Trump fires labor statistics chief after disappointing job numbers
President Trump said he ordered his administration to fire Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer after the July jobs report.
Employers added 73,000 jobs in July, falling short of forecasts
Hiring across the U.S. was weaker than expected in July, a sign the labor market is shifting into lower gear.
Trump unveils higher tariffs on dozens of countries
The Trump administration is poised to hit dozens of nations around the world with higher tariffs starting next week.
Student loan interest for millions resumes on Aug. 1. Here's what to know.
Millions of borrowers in forbearance through the SAVE plan will see interest start accruing on Friday. Here's what to know.
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More passengers join lawsuit after American Airlines plane fire at DIA
The number of passengers suing American Airlines over an engine fire in March is now at 17, attorneys for those plaintiffs say. The fire happened aboard a Boeing 737 that had taken off from Colorado Springs en route to Dallas.
Hundrends of tiles in Denver International Airport's Great Hall cracked, missing grout
If you've been to Denver International Airport lately, you might have noticed the brand-new tiling that's part of the Great Hall Project is cracked in many places, and some tiles are held together with nothing but tape.
Coloradans sound alarm on sauna builder who abandoned projects
A Colorado business owner promising to build backyard buildings like saunas and sheds suddenly stopped delivering.
South Metro Fire forecasts $500 million shortfall over next decade
South Metro Fire Rescue, which serves nearly 600,000 residents in Arapahoe, Douglas and Jefferson counties, is forecasting a $20 to $30 million shortfall next year, followed by significant yearly budget shortfalls.
Motorcycle deaths increase in months following lane filtering legalization
Across Colorado, motorcycle deaths are surging. In 2024, 165 riders died -- the most ever in the state.