Aurora Public Schools to open first dual language magnet school
Aurora Public Schools is preparing to open its first dual language magnet school in 2026, a move leaders say has been years in the making and one rooted in Aurora's diverse community.
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Aurora Public Schools is preparing to open its first dual language magnet school in 2026, a move leaders say has been years in the making and one rooted in Aurora's diverse community.
The CBS News Colorado special "Elevating Latino Voices" features Latinos who play prominent roles in civic life, business, health and the arts and are key contributors to the state of Colorado's success.
The event featured speeches and music, and recognized leaders with awards named in honor of Lena Archuleta and Cesar Chavez, among others.
If you're down in the Pueblo area, and you look closely enough, you will see the name "Autobee" everywhere.
Building a food system he hopes will heal communities, as it healed him.
The Colorado Symphony and the Mexican Cultural Center team up for Latin Beats concert.
For one Colorado family, corn prepared as "elote" is a passion they share with the community.
For more than 30 years, Tepeyac has worked to bring high quality, affordable health care to underserved communities in Denver.
Papier-mâché skulls are decorated in homage to lost loved ones.
A class in Denver helps people preparing for the U.S. citizenship exam, and the participants help each other by building up confidence for their big day.
Young members of the Denver group say the dance is healing. The regalia that's worn is all earned with continued dedication to learning.
Friday evening, people met at the Colorado State Capitol to mark the 55th anniversary of the National Chicano Moratorium.
A new exhibition at the Genesis Gallery inside Lakewood United Methodist Church aims to inspire people this holiday season.
In northern New Mexico and in southern Colorado there is a Spanish-based culture that thrives to this day.
The son of restauranteurs in Guadalajara, Chef Curiel has worked in top kitchens locally and beyond but has never wavered from his roots. That's why it meant so much when his restaurant — Alma Fonda Fina — received a prestigious Michelin Star.
The number of Latina reporters in the NFL is fairly limited but has been on the rise in recent years, including in Colorado.
An 88-year-old Westminster woman has been making quite a name for herself through her art in the past five years.
A Colorado teacher was recognized for his dedication to his students, regardless of what their primary language is.
CBS Colorado's Michelle Griego hosts this fall's Elevating Latino Voices special.
Carmen Morales opened her first Santiago's in 1991 in her hometown of Brighton.
The popular image of the cowboy is a rugged American man bringing justice to the Wild West. But cowboys and cowboy culture were inspired by a mixture or two even older cultures that collided in Colorado and the Southwest.
A Colorado chef-owner is mentoring the next generation of Latino cooks and chefs through a program called "Old Ways, New Hands," which aims to inspire Latinos in the community who have a passion for cooking.
In the heart of Denver, a rich tapestry of cultures lives in each neighborhood.
Center for Community Wealth Building on mission to build more inclusive local economy in metro area.
Thanks to the foundation, many of Colorado's future leaders are able to better access higher education. LAEF helps provide scholarship money to Latinos throughout Colorado who are pursuing college degrees.
An incident in Denver that started with a drug-induced psychotic episode and ended with the largest single-location insurance claim for the state of Colorado has earned a man 8 years in prison.
A mother is grieving after a crash left her son brain-dead and two of her other children fighting for their lives.
ICE flights out of Colorado carrying migrants to other U.S. cities have nearly doubled since 2024, Human Rights First says.
According to the Aurora Police Department, nationwide tips of child sexual exploitation and extortion have increased since 2020. They certainly have seen an increase in tips in their community.
Police have released body camera footage of a fatal officer-involved shooting on Wednesday. They state that, following an internal review, the officer followed the department's policy after the suspect pointed a gun at him.
An incident in Denver that started with a drug-induced psychotic episode and ended with the largest single-location insurance claim for the state of Colorado has earned a man 8 years in prison.
A mother is grieving after a crash left her son brain-dead and two of her other children fighting for their lives.
ICE flights out of Colorado carrying migrants to other U.S. cities have nearly doubled since 2024, Human Rights First says.
According to the Aurora Police Department, nationwide tips of child sexual exploitation and extortion have increased since 2020. They certainly have seen an increase in tips in their community.
Police have released body camera footage of a fatal officer-involved shooting on Wednesday. They state that, following an internal review, the officer followed the department's policy after the suspect pointed a gun at him.
A mother is grieving after a crash left her son brain-dead and two of her other children fighting for their lives.
Braelynn Looney from Mountain Vista High School was one of two Coloradans selected to play in the U.S. Army Bowl's flag football tournament.
A Denver man has been arrested for his role in a crash with a school activity bus that sent more than a dozen people to the hospital last weekend.
ICE flights out of Colorado carrying migrants to other U.S. cities have nearly doubled since 2024.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is calling out child welfare agencies in 39 states, including in Colorado. It says the agencies are intercepting federal benefits meant for foster kids and using the money themselves.
Lindsey Vonn raced to a stunningly fast win in a World Cup downhill on Friday to earn her first victory after a five-year retirement.
President Trump hosted members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's hockey team — famous for defeating the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" — at a bill signing.
NASCAR has reached a settlement of the bruising antitrust lawsuit filed against it by two of its race teams, including one co-owned by NBA great Michael Jordan.
The newest Colorado sports team is getting ready for its inaugural season in the Mile High City, but the future of the team's stadium is in limbo.
Sabina Czuaz has already claimed a number of titles and has lofty goals for the future.
The Republican proposal does not include an extension to the expiring Affordable Care Act premium tax credits.
Adm. Alvin Holsey relinquished command Friday in a ceremony at U.S. Southern Command headquarters after announcing early retirement amid U.S. buildup off of Venezuela.
A ruling striking down emergency levies could force the federal government to return most of the tariff revenue it has collected this year, according to Penn Wharton.
"No president is legally allowed to tear down portions of the White House without any review whatsoever," said the National Trust for Historic Preservation in its lawsuit.
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Friday released 19 photos from a trove of images obtained from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein.
The Republican proposal does not include an extension to the expiring Affordable Care Act premium tax credits.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is calling out child welfare agencies in 39 states, including in Colorado. It says the agencies are intercepting federal benefits meant for foster kids and using the money themselves.
Adm. Alvin Holsey relinquished command Friday in a ceremony at U.S. Southern Command headquarters after announcing early retirement amid U.S. buildup off of Venezuela.
A ruling striking down emergency levies could force the federal government to return most of the tariff revenue it has collected this year, according to Penn Wharton.
"No president is legally allowed to tear down portions of the White House without any review whatsoever," said the National Trust for Historic Preservation in its lawsuit.
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
For those who have lost loved ones, the holidays can be an especially difficult time. But a Castle Rock community group is here to help.
UCHealth opened a brand new multimillion dollar inpatient mental health unit in Northern Colorado. Poudre Valley Hospital is now the home to the newest behavioral health inpatient unit in Colorado.
RTD is being sued in federal court over changes to Access on Demand, which provides services for Coloradans with disabilities. Plaintiffs' attorneys are hoping a judge puts a stop to the changes before the Jan. 1 implementation.
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
A ruling striking down emergency levies could force the federal government to return most of the tariff revenue it has collected this year, according to Penn Wharton.
Dozens of cows from Northern Colorado ranches have gone missing and are presumed to be stolen. The cattle have largely gone missing from ranches in Weld County, around the Greeley area.
In late 2024, Chrisanne Grimaldi was facing a common problem; she was drowning in medical debt totaling $80,000 and needed cash to pay down her debt.
The Trump administration says it's also creating a $5 million platinum card visa that will allow foreigners to live in the U.S. for 270 days a year.
President Trump says he's winning the war against inflation. But a look at prices around the U.S. shows why many Americans still feel financially squeezed.
In Denver 10 months ago, a man named Ben Varga had just gotten dropped off at Washington Park to meet friends for a picnic. Not far away, two men were on a bench arguing.
In late 2024, Chrisanne Grimaldi was facing a common problem; she was drowning in medical debt totaling $80,000 and needed cash to pay down her debt.
A man allegedly attacked and injured a defense lawyer at Arapahoe County's courthouse, CBS Colorado has learned.
An internal report obtained by CBS Colorado raises several concerns about how Colorado's helitak program is being run.
A veteran Denver commercial real estate broker warned elected Denver officials in December of 2023 to scrap their plans to buy the Denver Post building for $88.5 million.