Michael Abeyta

Centennial, Denver

The man Serenity from Altona Middle School once called a “Cool Giye” @CBSnewscolorado reporter. @palmerterrors @cuboulder & @univmiami alum.

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2 summer kickoff events in Denver struggle to find normal funding

23 hours ago | cbsnews.com | Michael Abeyta

As the weather continues to get warmer in the "Mile High City," people are going to want to get out of their homes and find something to do. But two of Denver's most popular summer kickoff events are having a hard time finding funding. One of them is the annual Juneteenth celebration.
Colorado's Elitch Gardens opens for 135th season on Easter Sunday

4 days ago | cbsnews.com | Michael Abeyta

Coloradans who weren't busy with church, egg hunts, or Easter bunnies Sunday could have gone to Elitch Gardens. The park opened officially for the first time Sunday for its 135th season. The garden opened its gates to season pass holders earlier this week, but day pass holders had to wait until Saturday, or so they thought. With the snowy and cold weather on Friday and Saturday, Elitch Gardens decided to postpone their opening day to Easter Sunday.
Small business owners in Colorado preparing as best they can for the impact tariffs might have

6 days ago | cbsnews.com | Michael Abeyta

Small business owners in Colorado -- and all over the country -- are preparing as best they can for the impact tariffs might have on their businesses. Since his inauguration, President Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on aluminum and steel, 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada that aren't compliant with a free-trade agreement, a massive 145% duty on Chinese imports, a 25% tariff on cars with separate tariffs on auto parts coming later and a 10% baseline tariff on all U.S. imports.
Runner breaking through barriers after life-changing diagnosis

1 week ago | ktvz.com | Michael Abeyta

By Michael AbeytaClick here for updates on this story DENVER, Colorado (KCNC) — After a life-changing diagnosis, a Colorado woman is determined to live life to the fullest. Now, she’s training for the biggest run of her life. “If you would have said, ‘You’re going to be running to Nebraska,’ I thought that was not on my bingo card,” said Castle Rock resident Megan Gage. Despite the 189-mile run she’s preparing for, Megan is the first to admit she isn’t an elite athlete.
Colorado runner breaking through barriers after life-changing diagnosis

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Michael Abeyta

After a life-changing diagnosis, a Colorado woman is determined to live life to the fullest. Now, she's training for the biggest run of her life. "If you would have said, 'You're going to be running to Nebraska,' I thought that was not on my bingo card," said Castle Rock resident Megan Gage. Despite the 189-mile run she's preparing for, Megan is the first to admit she isn't an elite athlete. "In the beginning, I almost felt like a liar.
Colorado elementary school ranked one of the healthiest in the country

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Michael Abeyta

In Colorado, one school in the Cherry Creek School District is being recognized for being one of the healthiest in the country. That distinction is granted by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation and focuses on schools that are implementing new practices to support the health of its students and staff. That's why every Friday morning at Independence Elementary in Aurora starts off with a bang. "We do 'star awards' every Friday.
New water pipeline's hydroelectric system could prevent rate hikes in Colorado city

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Michael Abeyta

Saving energy and money is the goal for a new water pipeline in Aurora. It's a hydroelectric system that generates energy from the flow of water in its system. There's some hope the money made and saved can be passed down to the consumer. "We don't want to do rate hikes," said Mike Frasier, Aurora Water water utility supervisor The turbine is attached to the city's second largest water supply pipeline.
Auraria Campus Police violated First Amendment rights during Denver protest arrest, claims new lawsuit

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Michael Abeyta

Eight Coloradans, including a college professor, are suing the Auraria Campus police chief and several officers almost a year after they were arrested during campus protests over the war in Gaza. In the spring of 2024, protestors descended upon campuses across the country and the world, including the Auraria Campus in Denver, which houses campuses for the University of Colorado Denver, Community College of Denver, and Metropolitan State University of Denver.
Aurora Water using smart meters to save water and money for residents

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Michael Abeyta

Water can be a scarce resource in Colorado, so conservation is vital. Aurora Water is doing its part by giving customers powerful new technology to protect them from waste. "We are a water utility that is very focused on water conservation. Our customers know that, and they've embraced it," said Shonnie Cline, deputy of internal and external affairs for Aurora Water.
Thousands brave cold in Denver anti-Trump protest as part of nationwide network of "Hands Off!" events

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Michael Abeyta

Despite the colder weather on Saturday, thousands showed up at the Colorado State Capitol in downtown Denver to voice their displeasure with the state of the nation as part of a network of demonstrations dubbed "Hands Off!"Among the crowd were supporters of many causes: Palestinian liberation, Ukrainian solidarity, preserving the national parks, LGBTQ rights, immigrants' rights, trans rights, and women's rights, just to name a few.