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Bennito L. Kelty

Bennito L. Kelty has been a staff writer at Westword since April 2023. 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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People wait at a consulate.

Mexico Sees Massive Spike in Citizenship and Visa Requests From Denver – and Scams

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 16, 2025

“We’ve seen a huge increase, at least 400 percent just this year, mainly because of the political situation.”

A small group of protesters march.

Denver Protesters March Against Palantir for Working With ICE, IDF

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 15, 2025

Shortly after protesters circled back to the State Capitol on Monday, a truck leading a march to the Tabor Center was pulled over and searched by police.

The Dos Chappell bathhouse.

Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado Losing Long-Time Home in Wash Park

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 14, 2025

The organization, which mobilizes upwards of 3,000 volunteers to improve Colorado trails and open spaces, will need to leave its home for thirty years by 2027.

Flooding caused by the tornado that touched down in Highlands Ranch, Colorado on Thursday, June 22.

Despite Subpar Sirens, Aurora Officials Say City Is Safe From Floods, Natural Disasters

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 11, 2025

Aurora officials say that residents shouldn’t worry about natural disasters even though its emergency siren system is in severe disrepair.

Jefferson county courthouse

Postpartum Case Tests Colorado Law Against Imprisoning Pregnant Women

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 10, 2025

Bridget Moreno believes postpartum protections should keep her out of custody, but Colorado prosecutors argue that she’s abusing a new state law.

The front of the Aurora Municipal Court.

Aurora Judge Dismisses Anti-Semitism Defense by Controversial “Slumlord”

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 3, 2025

The judge ruled that Zev Baumgarten failed to prove that city code enforcers targeted him because he’s Jewish.

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Michael Porter Jr. and Torrey Craig

Michael Porter Jr. Did Free Plug for Denver Youth Program. Then He Was Traded.

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 1, 2025

MPJ lent his star power to a city program intended to boost youth employment. Professional sports can feel cold sometimes.

Del mar park in aurora

Man Found Hanging in Aurora Park Identified

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 1, 2025

Known as “Tommy” by friends, Mom Krouch had been homeless for a few years before he was spotted at Del Mar Park in Aurora.

A hole in the wall.

The Legendary Hole-in-the-Wall Bar Bar Has a Real Hole in the Wall

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 30, 2025

Still closed after a fire last summer, the Carioca Cafe lost a wall this morning.

Denver bike lane symbol

Denver’s New Bike Map Promises More Lanes, Seamless Network

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 28, 2025

If followed through as planned, the city promises a sprawling network of streets and trails designed to make bicycling easier in the Mile High City.

A man speaks.

Lawsuit Halts Governor Orders to Help ICE, Polis Hints at More to Come

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 27, 2025

“I hope we hear from Governor Polis soon that he will not direct any state employees to comply with this subpoena.”

Historic brick building.

Auraria Campus Sets Aside Land for Colorado Hispanic History Museum

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 26, 2025

The Auraria Campus will hold off on selling land that it hopes to use for a Colorado Hispanic History Museum in a few years.

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Aurora City Council member Stephanie Hancock speaking during a closed-door session.

Black Aurora Councilwoman Defends Police, Virtual Council Meetings During Race Debate

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 24, 2025

Although she’s experienced racism first-hand, it’s not something Stephanie Hancock wants to focus on as an elected leader: “I think there are more people like me than not.”

"Fuck ICE"

Hacked Denver Traffic Boards Tell Drivers “Bring the Heat Fuck ICE”

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 23, 2025

“I know Denver is holding firm, but this was another f-word altogether.”

Red pickup truck in front of tornado on road

Aurora’s Weather Sirens Suck. City Tells Residents to Download Apps, Watch TV Instead.

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 21, 2025

The forty-year-old warning system is too old and broken to repair, according to the city.

Residents listen.

Father’s Day Killing Highlights Growing Concern Among Ballpark Businesses, Residents

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 20, 2025

Businesses and residents in Denver’s Ballpark District around Coors Field worry that crime is worsening in their neighborhood.

protesters march down Denver street

Denver’s No Kings Went From Peaceful to Testy as Night Hit

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 16, 2025

As with other protests, questions linger about cops using excessive force on protesters who kept marching through the night.

Two homeless residents sit in their tent in Denver.

Denver Claims Street Homelessness is Halfway Solved. Is It?

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 13, 2025

With new data in hand, Mayor Johnston claimed he’s halfway to solving street homelessness in Denver. We talked to a critic, partner and colleague to see what they think.

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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.

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