Migrant Numbers Spiking Again in Denver, Many Are Staying
The number of migrants in Denver rose in August for the first time since a spring influx overwhelmed the city and led to an emergency declaration.
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Aurora Strong Mayor Proposal Could Be Delayed Indefinitely Over Late Petition Filing
The initiative may not on be on the November 7 ballot, but supporters say it will return in 2025.
Johnston Reveals “Micro-Community” Sites, Homeless Still Have Nowhere to Go
Mayor Mike Johnston has revealed a list of promising sites for his homeless “micro-communities” plan, but they won’t be ready until November or December.
Another Encampment Sweep Today, Homeless Residents Unsure Where to Go
“It’s just they’re saying we’re a problem because of something we didn’t do.”
Opening These Fourteeners Was an Uphill Battle…and Then I Bagged the Wrong Peak
Sermon on the mount: Climbing is a holy activity in Colorado, and I sinned.
Judge Rules Against Aurora Strong-Mayor Challenge, Hearing With City Clerk Up Next
An Arapahoe County judge has ruled against a lawsuit to remove Aurora’s divisive strong-mayor proposal from the ballot – but the fight’s not over yet.
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Governor Polis Signs Executive Order Expediting and Boosting Affordable Housing Funding
The executive order will help speed up loans and grants related to affordable housing projects, with a main goal of “improving livability” in Colorado.
Hickenlooper Stops By His Old Stamping Grounds to Ketchup With Favorite Hot Dog Vendor
The Denver mayor-turned-senator took time out of his busy schedule to visit legendary vendor Marcella Armas, who’s served the city’s top dogs for decades.
Mayor Johnston Puts “Micro-Communities” Plan Into Motion for Denver’s Homeless Problem
The city has started looking for groups to build, operate and provide services for “micro-communities” to help house the homeless.
Aurora Renters Protest, Call Out City Council: “Landlords Are Not Being Held Accountable”
Renters protested at Fletcher Plaza on August 12 to demand that Aurora’s City Council do more to protect the public from bad landlords.
Elitch Gardens Eyes Aurora as Future Home
Mayor Mike Coffman confirms that the amusement park is looking at a site in Colorado’s third-largest city when it leaves Denver.
Thanks to New Law, Pregnant Women Can Now Avoid Incarceration in Colorado
Passed by the Colorado Legislature, HB23-1187 urges courts to offer bonds or other alternatives.
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Dance Group Pressured to Change “Amalia” Concert Name by Family of Mexican Ballet Icon
ArtistiCO Dance Company changed the name of its upcoming show, Amalia – ¡Viva México!, after the family of Mexican icon Amalia Hernández threatened to sue.
Former Aurora City Attorney Files Lawsuit Over Mike Coffman’s Strong-Mayor Proposal
Former Aurora city attorney Charlie Richardson has filed a lawsuit to alter Mayor Mike Coffman’s strong-mayor proposal before it hits the November ballot.
P.I. Lindsey Paison Hunts for Lost Loved Ones Among the Missing
She founded Get Home Safely to help families for free.
Victim Rights Advocate Danny Montes Named to New Obama Foundation Leaders Program
“I want to make sure communities heal.”
Mexican Consulate Touts Big Boost in Services for People Living in Colorado
The Mexican Consulate in Denver has issued more than 15,000 Mexican passports this year and more than 7,000 Mexican IDs.
Mayor Johnston Greenlights First Homeless Sweep Despite Having Nowhere to Put People
The city’s first homeless sweep under the Johnston administration will happen on Friday, August 4, at an encampment in Denver’s Five Points neighborhood.
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Like a Bross: Westword Reporter Tackles the DeCaLiBron Loop – Which Is Finally Open
Hikers have been champing at the bit to get back on Mounts Democrat, Cameron, Lincoln and Bross after the Decalibron loop was closed over lawsuit concerns.
Mayor Johnston’s Town Hall Series Continues After Emotional First Event in Five Points
Denver’s new mayor plans to continue his town hall series on homelessness tonight with a public meeting at the Denver Dream Center on Curtis Street.
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless Houses Resources for Denver’s Emergency Mission
Having led HOST and now head of CCH, Britta Fisher is a natural bridge between the city and the nonprofit that Denver has relied on heavily to help with housing and services for the homeless population.
Aurora Mayoral Candidates Talk About Possibly Having “Strong Mayor” System
Colorado’s third biggest city is flirting with the idea of following in Denver, Pueblo and Colorado Springs’ footsteps with a “strong mayor” system.