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Castle Rock veteran out $17,000 after being scammed
Brian Orr called the Douglas County Sheriff's Office who told him it was in fact a scam. It appears he isn't the only person who fell for a similar scheme.
Clean energy car wipes out power to neighborhood
A battery-powered Tesla crashed into a utility box Saturday afternoon, killing power to the area surrounding a fast food restaurant in Fort Lupton.
Avalanche equipment permanently installed on Colorado's Red Mountain Pass
The Colorado road known as the Million Dollar Highway received an upgrade in five new, permanent avalanche-triggering mechanisms.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife spots rare piebald cow elk in Montrose
Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced that a wildlife biologist who was in the area of Montrose spotted a rare piebald cow elk.
Wind blows truck over north of Wyoming-Colorado state line on I-25
With most of the state under High Wind Advisory, a truck was caught on its side after being toppled over by winds north of the Wyoming-Colorado state line on I-25.
High Wind Warning for Northern Front Range foothills and mountains
As our latest bout of chilly weather moves eastward we have a pattern setting up for Sunday that may produce up to hurricane force wind for some of our northern Front Range mountains and foothills.
How much snow fell on the Front Range
Our end of week storm system buried parts of the northern Front Range foothills and mountains Friday night in more than a foot of snow for some.
United Airlines flies Colorado kids to "The North Pole" for Christmas
The airline worked with local charities to give some Colorado kids who have been through a lot lately the time of their lives for the holidays.
Five Colorado men arrested for targeting teen girls in sex-for-drugs schemes
Five men in their 20's have been jailed on allegations they dealt drugs to juvenile girls as young as 12 years old, often exchanging sex acts for the contraband.
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Russell Wilson throws 2 TD passes, Justin Herbert injured as Broncos cruise past Chargers 24-7
Russell Wilson threw two touchdown passes and the Denver Broncos beat the Chargers 24-7 after Los Angeles lost quarterback Justin Herbert due to a finger injury in the first half.
Russell Wilson becomes 1st Broncos quarterback since Peyton Manning to score passing touchdown in first 13 games
After a 46-yard pass completion to Courtland Sutton in the end zone against the Los Angeles Chargers, Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson becomes the first quarterback since Peyton Manning to score a passing touchdown in each of the first 13 games played in a single season.
LSU QB Jayden Daniels wins Heisman Trophy despite team's struggles
Jayden Daniels became the first player since 2016 to win the Heisman despite his team not playing for a conference championship.
Tennis legend Chris Evert says cancer has returned
The recurrence comes about two years after she was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
Broncos hope Krull can be aerial threat at TE like injured Greg Dulcich
The lack of a consistent pass-catching threat at tight end has hampered Coach Sean Payton's play-calling.
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Broncos beat Chargers 24-7 to get first AFC Division road win since 2019
Russell Wilson threw two touchdown passes and the Denver Broncos beat the Chargers 24-7 after Los Angeles lost quarterback Justin Herbert due to a finger injury in the first half.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife sports rare piebald cow elk in Montrose area
Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced that a wildlife biologist who was in the area of Montrose spotted a rare piebald cow elk.
Colorado woman taking it upon herself to aid migrants
As the influx of migrants continues in Denver a woman is taking it upon herself to help aid those in need while also extending her hand for friendship.
High Winds for the foothills and mountains through the day
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High Wind Warning for Front Range foothills and mountains for Sunday
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
Family says criminal justice system is best option for daughter struggling with mental health
Olivia Schack is being held at the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo. She's getting needed treatment and supervision. But soon there may no longer be a court order that's holding her there.
CDC reports "alarming" rise in drug-resistant germs in Ukraine
Health officials say the "urgent crisis" in antibiotic resistant bacteria must be addressed, even during a war.
Wildfire smoke reversing air quality improvements, researchers say
Wildfires in the U.S. have caused a decline in air quality and an increase in deaths in parts of the U.S. – even though air quality had been improving, researchers say.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
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Donald Trump says he will not testify in civil fraud trial on Monday
Former President Donald Trump was expected to be his defense team's final witness.
Biden attends shiva for Norman Lear while in Los Angeles for fundraisers
President Biden attended a shiva, a weeklong Jewish mourning tradition, for legendary television producer Norman Lear.
Poll: Americans feel inflation's impact on living standards, opportunities
Many feel worse off than their parents' generation as income isn't keeping up.
Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
State Department circumvents Congress, approves sale of ammo to Israel
The move comes as President Biden's request for a nearly $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security is languishing in Congress.
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Jurors in murder case call trial "Miscarriage of justice... laughable"
Six jurors in the murder trial of the man charged but acquitted of killing Andrew Graham in Centennial in 2009, are going public with their concerns about the case.
Lakeside puts town clerk on leave during car investigation
The Town of Lakeside has placed Brenda Hamilton, the town clerk who is also the mayor's daughter, on paid administrative leave.
State lawmaker: HOA charges "excessive" after CBS News Colorado investigation
A new law intended to protect HOA residents in Colorado may need some revisions or clarifications according to the sponsor after a CBS News Colorado investigation revealed one management company charging high fees to send certified letters to HOA residents.
Structural scare at Denver branch library cost $200,000 in consultant fees
A Denver branch library reopened on Nov. 13 after being closed for nearly two years due to a structural scare that led the city to spend $200,000 on consultants. Ultimately, only modest repairs will be needed and those won't be scheduled until 2024, according to Denver's Department of Transportation and Infrastructure.
Refunds on horizon for solar customers facing utility delays
In a state known for its sunshine, Colorado homeowners have been struggling to go solar this year.
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Denver Broncos 24, Los Angeles Chargers 7
The Denver Broncos take on the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in hopes of keeping their AFC playoff chances alive.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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Castle Rock veteran out $17,000 after being scammed
Brian Orr called the Douglas County Sheriff's Office who told him it was in fact a scam. It appears he isn't the only person who fell for a similar scheme.
Clean energy car wipes out power to neighborhood
A battery-powered Tesla crashed into a utility box Saturday afternoon, killing power to the area surrounding a fast food restaurant in Fort Lupton.
Avalanche equipment permanently installed on Colorado's Red Mountain Pass
The Colorado road known as the Million Dollar Highway received an upgrade in five new, permanent avalanche-triggering mechanisms.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife spots rare piebald cow elk in Montrose
Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced that a wildlife biologist who was in the area of Montrose spotted a rare piebald cow elk.
Wind blows truck over north of Wyoming-Colorado state line on I-25
With most of the state under High Wind Advisory, a truck was caught on its side after being toppled over by winds north of the Wyoming-Colorado state line on I-25.
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Broncos beat Chargers 24-7 to get first AFC Division road win since 2019
Russell Wilson threw two touchdown passes and the Denver Broncos beat the Chargers 24-7 after Los Angeles lost quarterback Justin Herbert due to a finger injury in the first half.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife sports rare piebald cow elk in Montrose area
Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced that a wildlife biologist who was in the area of Montrose spotted a rare piebald cow elk.
Colorado woman taking it upon herself to aid migrants
As the influx of migrants continues in Denver a woman is taking it upon herself to help aid those in need while also extending her hand for friendship.
High Winds for the foothills and mountains through the day
Watch Dave Aguilera's Forecast
High Wind Warning for Front Range foothills and mountains for Sunday
Watch Dave Aguilera's Forecast
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Russell Wilson throws 2 TD passes, Justin Herbert injured as Broncos cruise past Chargers 24-7
Russell Wilson threw two touchdown passes and the Denver Broncos beat the Chargers 24-7 after Los Angeles lost quarterback Justin Herbert due to a finger injury in the first half.
Russell Wilson becomes 1st Broncos quarterback since Peyton Manning to score passing touchdown in first 13 games
After a 46-yard pass completion to Courtland Sutton in the end zone against the Los Angeles Chargers, Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson becomes the first quarterback since Peyton Manning to score a passing touchdown in each of the first 13 games played in a single season.
LSU QB Jayden Daniels wins Heisman Trophy despite team's struggles
Jayden Daniels became the first player since 2016 to win the Heisman despite his team not playing for a conference championship.
Tennis legend Chris Evert says cancer has returned
The recurrence comes about two years after she was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
Broncos hope Krull can be aerial threat at TE like injured Greg Dulcich
The lack of a consistent pass-catching threat at tight end has hampered Coach Sean Payton's play-calling.
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Biden invites Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to the White House
The meeting between President Biden and President Zelenskyy will take place just days after a Democratic bill with billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel failed to clear the Senate.
Elon Musk restores X account of far-right conspiracy theorist Alex Jones
Alex Jones, the conspiracy theorist known for his fake news site InfoWars and his false denial of the Sandy Hook massacre, was permanently banned from Twitter in 2018.
Biden attends shiva for Norman Lear while in Los Angeles for fundraisers
President Biden attended a shiva, a weeklong Jewish mourning tradition, for legendary television producer Norman Lear.
Poll: Americans feel inflation's impact on living standards, opportunities
Many feel worse off than their parents' generation as income isn't keeping up.
Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
Latest Political Updates
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Donald Trump says he will not testify in civil fraud trial on Monday
Former President Donald Trump was expected to be his defense team's final witness.
Biden attends shiva for Norman Lear while in Los Angeles for fundraisers
President Biden attended a shiva, a weeklong Jewish mourning tradition, for legendary television producer Norman Lear.
Poll: Americans feel inflation's impact on living standards, opportunities
Many feel worse off than their parents' generation as income isn't keeping up.
Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
State Department circumvents Congress, approves sale of ammo to Israel
The move comes as President Biden's request for a nearly $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security is languishing in Congress.
Health News
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
Family says criminal justice system is best option for daughter struggling with mental health
Olivia Schack is being held at the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo. She's getting needed treatment and supervision. But soon there may no longer be a court order that's holding her there.
CDC reports "alarming" rise in drug-resistant germs in Ukraine
Health officials say the "urgent crisis" in antibiotic resistant bacteria must be addressed, even during a war.
Wildfire smoke reversing air quality improvements, researchers say
Wildfires in the U.S. have caused a decline in air quality and an increase in deaths in parts of the U.S. – even though air quality had been improving, researchers say.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
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Poll: Americans feel inflation's impact on living standards, opportunities
Many feel worse off than their parents' generation as income isn't keeping up.
New Buc-ee's opening in Johnstown in 2024 to hold hiring event next month
Job seekers in Northern Colorado who are interested in working at the Buc-ee's that will be opening sometime soon along Interstate 25 can attend a hiring event next month.
McDonald's is opening a new chain called CosMc's. Here's what to know.
CosMc's is "what would happen if a McDonald's character from the 1980s that was part alien, part surfer, part robot" opened a restaurant, its CEO said.
Senators probe private equity hospital deals following CBS News investigation
The top Democrat and Republican on a powerful Senate committee launched a wide-ranging investigation into private equity's impact on the U.S. health care system.
Facebook, Instagram are steering predators to kids, suit claims
The state's suit cited multiple recent criminal cases in New Mexico, including one perpetrator accused of recruiting more than 100 minor victims through Facebook.
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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.
Seasonal hiring reportedly down as holiday shopping rush begins
As the holiday shopping rush begins, so typically does the hustle for seasonal work. However this year, it may be tough to make a few extra bucks.
Attorney general's office provides $3M to food access and diaper programs to meet significant need
Making ends meet this holiday season $3 million in funding will go to local food banks, pantries, organizations, and diaper programs that Coloradans rely on for basic needs.