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Bennito L. Kelty

Bennito L. Kelty was a staff writer at Westword from April 2023 to April 2026. Before joining Westword, Bennito worked for publications such as the Columbia Missourian, the St. Louis American, Vox Magazine, the Yuma Sun and the online Tucson Sentinel. He’s received awards from the Arizona Press Club, including first place for Spanish-language feature reporting and second place for social issues reporting. Bennito was a member of the Report for America Corps and is a graduate of the University of Missouri – Columbia.

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El Taco de Mexico outside of a restaurant

El Taco de Mexico Reopens After Problems with Water, not ICE

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 12, 2025

The beloved taqueria closed after a major plumbing leak that had regulars worried.

Protesters face off with police.

Denver’s ICE Out! Protest Spills Into Streets, Clashes With Police

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 11, 2025

As the night went on, altercations with law enforcement increased.

A lawyer holds up papers.

Governor Polis Sued for Allegedly Telling State Employees to Comply With ICE

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 10, 2025

“The Governor’s actions will directly implicate state employees in breaking a law he signed. State agency employees cannot disclose or make accessible personal identifying information.”

The City and County of Denver will clear active arrest warrants for low-level crimes this Saturday at the "Fresh Start" event.

Order in the Courts: Clear Your Arrest Warrants This Weekend!

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 6, 2025

Metro Denver courts will clear warrants for misdemeanors and low-level felonies issued in Colorado as part of the Fresh Start program.

A woman speaks.

Congresswoman Ilhan Omar Talks Immigration, Global Politics in Denver

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 4, 2025

“We are on the world stage, facilitating human trafficking,” the Democratic congresswoman said of Trump’s deportations.

A man makes a heart.

Jeanette Vizguerra Calls for “New Fight for Civil Rights” From Inside Aurora Detention Center

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 3, 2025

The immigrant activist accepted a human rights award while incarcerated, saying she’s among other “political prisoners.”

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A refugee speaks to another refugee.

Hundreds of Denver Afghans Face Deportation After Homeland Security Order

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 3, 2025

About 3,000 Afghans came to Colorado after the August 2021 withdrawal, according to local estimates.

A bike lane.

Denver Replacing Bike Lane Flex Posts with Zippers, Cushions

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 24, 2025

The city is replacing the short, column-like dividers with speed cushions and dividers in some neighborhoods.

A bus stop.

Denver Bus Riders, Advocates Call for Cleaner, Safer RTD Stops

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 23, 2025

Denver has a “pretty darn good” transit system for the disabled, according to Jaime Lewis. The bus stops, however, are “very abysmal.”

A man looks.

Denver Budget Shortfall Will Lead to Layoffs, Hiring Freeze, Mayor Warns

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 22, 2025

Denver is facing a $200 million budget deficit in 2026, which will lead to layoffs, furloughs and a hiring freeze.

A tropical paradise resort.

Controversial Aurora Landlord Developing Caribbean Resort

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 22, 2025

A property owner who claimed that Venezuelan gangs took over his apartment complex is now building a luxury project in the Turks and Caicos islands.

skyline of denver with mountains

Denver Now Has a Top-Ten Park System in the Country

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 21, 2025

Denver beat out cities like Chicago and New York, largely thanks to recent investments into the park system across different neighborhoods.

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The design concept for a recreation center.

New Bike Trail, Major Rec Center Coming to Westwood Neighborhood

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 19, 2025

The $56 million facility will open in 2027, and a $3 million bike trail is coming before that.

Congressman Jason Crow speaks to business owners.

Jason Crow: 1,400 Immigrants Detained in Aurora, VA Facing 80,000 Job Cuts

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 16, 2025

“Things are being centralized in the administration in Washington, making local oversight much harder. We’re going to try to figure out how to get around that.”

woman in front of stained glass.

Immigrant Activist, Currently Detained in Aurora, Wins Human Rights Award

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 15, 2025

“I will continue to sow rebellion until I reap freedom.”

A kid looks up and eats a treat.

Summer Camp for Immigrant Kids Faces “Unprecedented” Demand as Funding Declines

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 15, 2025

“Typically, we only have to compete with ten or twenty others for a grant. Now I’m expecting something like fifty to 100.”

Kyle Rittenhouse

Kyle Rittenhouse Coming to Golden for Jeffco GOP Fundraiser

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 13, 2025

The polarizing gunman will raise money for the Jefferson County Republican Party, with tickets between $150 and $400.

protesters in Denver

Public Lands Protest on May 17, More Political Actions

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 11, 2025

Demonstrations to protect public lands and federal workers, as well as a rally in support of women’s rights on Mother’s Day.

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Eric Trump and Lauren Boebert

Eric Trump Coming to Golden for Conservative Gala

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 9, 2025

And for $2,500, you can drink whiskey together.

The city of Denver.

Denver Is Sinking, Buildings at Risk of Collapse, Study Says

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 9, 2025

It’s not enough to lose the “Mile High City” nickname, but it’s still worth worrying about, according to researchers.

A barber stands by her chair.

Colfax Barber Fears BRT Construction Has Doomed Her 25-Year-Old Salon

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 8, 2025

“Now I only get two haircuts a day. What am I supposed to do with two haircuts a day?”

Two people speak.

Aurora Lawmaker, Denver Activist Spar Over Police in Black Communities

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 7, 2025

Conservative councilwoman Danielle Jurinsky and Brother Jeff Fard discussed race and law enforcement after the two argued on social media last week.

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