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Deadly hit-and-run driver pleads guilty; victim's family doesn't forgive him
Brandon Michael Monroe, 39, pleaded guilty on Friday to vehicular homicide-DUI for causing the 2023 death of 16-year-old Karalynn Kincaid in Brighton.
Meals on Wheels hub in Adams County to shut down, could leave hundreds hungry
A lack of funding is forcing a long-running Meals on Wheels program out of Adams County to shut down on Dec. 31.
Music family suffers fire loss, musical community steps in to help
At Mi Vida Strings in Westminster the Christmas season brings a busy time. More people looking for stringed instruments or help in repairing them. It was really a bad time for the Trujillo family to suffer a loss like a house fire.
Dispensary changes security practices after burglaries
A dispensary in Commerce City has added more security after being targeted by suspected members of a Colorado crime ring.
Family and friends shocked after community leader dies in murder-suicide
Lucille Ruibal Rivera was a leader in health care, co-founder of the Tepeyac Community Health Center, and vice-chair of the Chicano Humanities and Arts Council.
Northglenn family pleads for changes as daughter continues to be victim of racial bullying
A Northglenn family is sounding the alarm for change in their daughter's school after they say she was the target of racist bullying.
Brighton PD to tackle mental health calls more effectively through new program
The city of Brighton and its police department are taking on a new way of addressing mental health crises in the community through a new co-responders program.
Tensions high over school resource officer debate in Commerce City
Three years ago, the Adams County 14 School District ended its SRO contract with Commerce City Police, now the police department wants to reinstate SROs in Adams 14, but at this point, the district still doesn't want them back.
School district hosts open house for newcomer families amid migrant crisis
In a packed room full of coats, shoes and backpacks, migrant families feel the warmth of a community set out to make the transition into Westminster Public Schools easier for newcomers.
Prosecutor finds "serious lapses" by Federal Heights PD to investigate felonies
Responding to a CBS News Colorado Investigation, the Adams County District Attorney said Thursday it uncovered "serious lapses and failures in the investigation of felony cases conducted by the Federal Heights Police Department" over the last three years after the department's interim police chief asked in April for a review of his department's cases.
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Trump to appear on Colorado's 2024 presidential primary election ballot
Colorado's secretary of state has certified the 2024 presidential primary election ballot and former President Donald Trump will appear on the ballot now that the U. S. Supreme Court has accepted the case.
Aurora police officer sentenced; Elijah McClain's mom reacts
For months Sheneen McClain has returned to the same courtroom, sitting in the same row, listening. On Friday afternoon, it was her turn to speak.
Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street closed until next week after apartment fire
Days after a massive fire destroyed an apartment complex under construction, crews say Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street will likely reopen next week.
Former Aurora Officer Randy Roedema sentenced to 14 months
Former Aurora Police Officer Randy Roedema has been sentenced to 14 months in Adams County Jail, along with four years probation after being convicted for the death of Elijah McClain back in 2019.
First at 4's Mekialaya White set to appear on The Drew Barrymore Show soon
The Drew Barrymore Show, which airs weekdays at 3 p.m. on CBS News Colorado, will have a special guest on Monday's show.
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Light snow into Saturday morning with another shot on Sunday night
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Denver's temporary rent and utility assistance program back open for applications
As Denver's temporary rent and utility assistance program is back open for applications, CBS News Colorado reporter Jasmine Arenas explains who can actually qualify.
Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street remains closed until possibly next week after massive apartment fire
Days after a massive fire destroyed an apartment complex under construction at East Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street, crews say Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street will likely reopen next week.
Emergency meeting held as arsonist continues to set cars, flags and other property on fire
A community in northern Fort Collins is on edge after a series of fires have come close to burning homes while residents are inside asleep.
Former Aurora police officer sentenced after conviction, Elijah McClain's mother reacts
For months Sheneen McClain has returned to the same courtroom, sitting in the same row, listening. On Friday afternoon, it was her turn to speak.
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MLB star Wander Franco can leave Dominican Republic amid exploitation allegations
The 22-year-old Tampa Bay Rays shortstop is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 14-year-old girl and sending the child's mother monthly payments.
Jokic banks in 39-footer at the buzzer, Nuggets defeat Warriors
The Nuggets pulled off one of the wildest victories of the season, capping a 25-4 run over the game's final six-plus minutes with a 39-foot, banked-in buzzer-beater from Nikola Jokic to stun the host Warriors.
5 charged for making threats to CSU football player after Travis Hunter hit
Five people have been charged with making threats against a Colorado State University Football player after his late tackle on CU Buffs star Travis Hunter.
3 players from Denver Broncos selected for 2024 AFC Pro Bowl team
Three players from the Denver Broncos have been selected to participate in the 2024 NFL Pro Bowl and each will start for the AFC team on Sunday, Feb. 4.
Jimmy Kimmel rips Aaron Rodgers after claim about Jeffrey Epstein link
Jimmy Kimmel said Aaron Rodgers' remarks put his "family in danger" and he appeared to threaten legal action against the Jets quarterback.
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Supreme Court lets Idaho enforce abortion ban for now and agrees to hear case
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against the state of Idaho that argued its ban on abortion was preempted by federal law.
Supreme Court agrees to hear Colorado case over Trump's 2024 ballot eligibility
Former President Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court review a landmark decision in a case from Colorado finding he should be kept off the state's primary ballot.
MLB star Wander Franco can leave Dominican Republic amid exploitation allegations
The 22-year-old Tampa Bay Rays shortstop is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 14-year-old girl and sending the child's mother monthly payments.
3 stars listed on invite as guests at RFK Jr. birthday gala aren't attending
The RFK Jr. fundraiser organized by two Kennedy PACs is scheduled to take place on the eve of the New Hampshire primary.
Northeastern US preparing for snow, rain, ice over the weekend
The northeast is preparing for a weekend winter storm that threatens to dump a messy mix of snow, rain and ice.
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Trump to appear on Colorado's 2024 presidential primary election ballot
Colorado's secretary of state has certified the 2024 presidential primary election ballot and former President Donald Trump will appear on the ballot now that the U. S. Supreme Court has accepted the case.
Supreme Court lets Idaho enforce abortion ban for now and agrees to hear case
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against the state of Idaho that argued its ban on abortion was preempted by federal law.
Supreme Court agrees to hear Colorado case over Trump's 2024 ballot eligibility
Former President Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court review a landmark decision in a case from Colorado finding he should be kept off the state's primary ballot.
3 stars listed on invite as guests at RFK Jr. birthday gala aren't attending
The RFK Jr. fundraiser organized by two Kennedy PACs is scheduled to take place on the eve of the New Hampshire primary.
Haley says she "should have said slavery" in Civil War answer
GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley also weighed in on gun control following a school shooting in Iowa earlier Thursday.
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How to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning
The Centers for Disease Control works with national, state, local, and other partners to raise awareness about CO poisoning and to monitor CO-related illness and death surveillance data in the U.S.
Gov. Jared Polis releases results of pollinator study
The study took a look at policies in Colorado and recommended how to preserve and protect the important insects and animals moving forward.
Possible Ozempic side effects, including hair loss, probed by FDA
Ozempic and other GLP-1 RA drugs, including Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound, are being scrutinized.
Eating more vegetables and less meat may save you hundreds of dollars
In addition to health benefits, there are financial benefits to switching from a meat-heavy diet to a plant-heavy one.
Potentially dangerous products that were recalled in 2023
Consumer safety regulators sounded the alarm about a range of products in 2023, including several geared to kids.
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Trump should be barred from New York real estate industry, New York AG says
The New York attorney general is seeking sanctions for "ill-gotten gains" from fraud.
New Microsoft PC button will be its 1st major keyboard change in decades
Starting this month, some new PCs running Windows 11 will have a special "Copilot key" that launches Microsoft's AI chatbot.
TGI Fridays closing 36 restaurants across the U.S. Here's where they are.
Many workers will be given opportunities to transfer to other restaurant locations.
U.S. Mint issues commemorative coins celebrating Harriet Tubman
A limited series of three coins features designs depicting different eras in the life of famed abolitionist and social activist Harriet Tubman.
SpaceX fired workers who criticized Elon Musk, labor officials say
Labor officials allege SpaceX illegally dismissed workers who publicly condemned Elon Musk's tweets as an "embarrassment."
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Arapahoe & Douglas counties want to help those searching for jobs
This holiday season, job seekers are on the hunt, as the latest data from the Colorado Department for Labor and Employment shows our unemployment rate increased in October to 3.3%. That's compared to the September rate of 3.2%.
Some are cutting back this holiday shopping season
Robert Persichitte, a professor at MSU Denver, and a CPA/PFS, CFP®, CFE, says many people have overspent on Christmas since the pandemic hit.
New 529 plans make tax-free college saving easier than ever
Saving for college is something you can never start thinking about too early. And now, with new rules for 529 Plans, it's even easier.
Families size down as Christmas tree prices rise
As wallets recover from Thanksgiving groceries, another holiday staple is set to break budgets. The price of Christmas trees is up, and Colorado families are prepared to downsize their traditions.
Cash assistance by Women's Foundation of Colorado part of growing movement
Working to address the disparity between wages and the costs many families are facing.