Colorado Immigrants Offered Sanctuary in Church Face Agonizing Decision
Jorge Zaldivar could have gone into sanctuary in a local church. Instead, he went to his ICE check in
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State Forming Coalition to Address Increase in Hate Crimes
Attorney General Phil Weiser announced the formation of the partnership, which will focus on training law enforcement and helping those targeted.
Ban on Facial Recognition Surveillance Approved for Signature-Gathering
Proponents of a ballot initiative that would ban facial recognition technology in Denver have started gathering signatures.
It’s Final: Mike Coffman Wins Aurora Mayoral Race
The Aurora mayoral race was extremely close and ended with Mike Coffman declaring himself the winner.
Polis: State Limited in What It Can Do for DACA Recipients if Program Rescinded
Governor Jared Polis says Colorado is limited in what it can do to protect DREAMers if the DACA program is rescinded.
Hate Crimes in Colorado Went Up 16 Percent in 2018
Reported hate crime incidents went down across the country in 2018. But in Colorado, they went up that same year.
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Backers of Citizenship Question Submit Signatures for 2020 Ballot
If the campaign for Initiative 76 reaches the signature threshold, the 2020 Colorado ballot would include a question about citizenship and voting.
Denver City Council Approves Plan for Common Liquor Consumption Areas
Denver City Council approved a plan that will allow for and regulate common liquor consumption areas.
Family of Kamyar Samimi Suing GEO Group, Doctor for Wrongful Death
The family of Kamyar Samimi is suing GEO Group and the doctor who was responsible for his care.
Colorado, Denver Politicians Tell DACA Recipients They’re “Here to Stay”
Mayor Hancock and other politicians gathered to express their support for DACA recipients.
Aurora City Council Now Has More Democrats Than Republicans
Aurora City Council will be comprised of more Democrats than Republicans.
Mike Coffman’s First Priority as Aurora Mayor Will Be Elijah McClain Case
Mike Coffman wants to immediately get to the bottom of what happened to Elijah McClain.
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AP: Colorado Sports Betting Ballot Initiative Passes
Starting in May 2020, Coloradans will be able to place sports bets on mobile apps and at casinos in Cripple Creek, Black Hawk and Central City.
Mike Coffman Will Likely Be the Next Mayor of Aurora
The former congressman had a strong lead Tuesday night.
FBI Arrests Pueblo Man Who Planned to Blow Up Synagogue
Richard Holzer was arrested over the weekend for allegedly plotting to blow up a Pueblo synagogue.
Racketeering Lawsuit Against ADA Lawyers Survives Motion to Dismiss
The complaint asserts that the plaintiff either doesn’t exist or never visited the Riverbend Eatery.
Yemen Blues Raises Money for Doctors Without Borders
Yemen Blues mixes Arabic, African and Jewish musical traditions to raise funds for Doctors Without Borders.
Law Enforcement Investigating False Bomb Threat at D.A. George Brauchler’s Office
The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a false bomb threat at the office of District Attorney George Brauchler.
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Plastic, Paper Grocery Bags Could Cost Ten Cents in Denver by Mid-2020
Denver City Council is considering a ten cent fee for disposable grocery bags that could take effect as early as mid-2020.
Jason Crow Pushes Special Visa for Syrian Kurds Who Fought ISIS
Congressman Jason Crow is pushing to enact a special visa for Syrian Kurds who fought against ISIS.
Councilwoman CdeBaca Leads Efforts to Weaken Denver’s Strong Mayor’s Office
Councilwoman Candi CdeBaca is working to weaken the mayor in Denver’s strong mayor system.
City Council May Ask Voters for More Authority for Mayoral Appointments
If approved by voters, the initiative would grant city council approval authority over mayoral appointments.