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Hannah Metzger

Hannah Metzger is a staff writer at Westword, reporting on news, arts and culture since joining the staff in October 2023. She previously worked at publications including Colorado Politics and the Denver Gazette, where she covered the Colorado Legislature, the Denver and Aurora city councils and breaking news. Hannah has been honored with numerous awards from the Society of Professional Journalists, Colorado Press Association, Colorado Student Media Association and Denver Press Club. She graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder with a major in journalism and a minor in political science.

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Police Say They Know Who Killed Alicia Tverberg. Six Years Later, the Suspect Is Still Free.

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 3, 2025

“I can’t understand why they would sweep this under the rug,” the victim’s mother says. “It’s a murder case and you know who did it.”

Suzanne and Barry Morphew

Judge Modifies Bond for Barry Morphew in Wife’s Murder Case, Orders He Stay in Colorado

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 2, 2025

The trial against Barry Morphew for the murder of his wife, Suzanne, is expected to begin in the summer of 2026.

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Aurora Police Department Adopts Support Program for People with Disabilities

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 29, 2025

Participants fill out the envelope ahead of time and present it to officers during traffic stops or other police interactions.

Aspen Estate May Break Record for Most Expensive Home Sale in U.S. History

Aspen Estate May Break Record for Most Expensive Home Sale in U.S. History

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 28, 2025

It’s nearly triple the amount that anyone has ever paid for a home in Colorado (that record was also set in Aspen).

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Five Cheapest Homes for Sale in Denver Right Now

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 25, 2025

Who says Denver houses are unaffordable? You just need to deal with some fire damage…or asbestos…or having no bedrooms.

Amid Missy Woods Scandal and Rape Kit Backlog, CBI Honored With “Gold Standard” in Public Safety

Amid Missy Woods Scandal and Rape Kit Backlog, CBI Honored With “Gold Standard” in Public Safety

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 15, 2025

The ongoing issues plaguing the agency’s forensic unit didn’t stop the Colorado Bureau of Investigation from receiving a prestigious accreditation.

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We Tried the New Kangaroo Yoga Class in Wheat Ridge

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 15, 2025

You’ve heard of puppy yoga and goat yoga. Now, get ready for…

Colorado Adds AI-Generated Deepfakes to Revenge Porn, Child Exploitation Laws

Colorado Adds AI-Generated Deepfakes to Revenge Porn, Child Exploitation Laws

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 15, 2025

“Whether abuse is captured by a camera or created by a computer, the harm is real.”

Youth Violence Arrests in This Denver Neighborhood Dropped 75 Percent

Youth Violence Arrests in This Denver Neighborhood Dropped 75 Percent

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 15, 2025

Research attributes the decrease to Denver’s Youth Violence Prevention Center – but federal cuts may soon close the center for good.

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Denver Expo Cancels Booth on JonBenét Ramsey Doc After Booking Her Father to Speak

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 14, 2025

An organizer said the cancellation is “out of respect” for the Ramseys, but the filmmaker argues CrimeCon is controlling the narrative around the case.

Colorado Teens Create Ballot Measure That Would Guarantee College Admission for Top Students

Colorado Teens Create Ballot Measure That Would Guarantee College Admission for Top Students

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 13, 2025

“Every year, you see kids who have excellent academics, they write good essays, and they’re stressed out of their minds that they’re not going to get into any college.”

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Meet the Gen Z Candidates Challenging Colorado’s Longest-Serving Congressmember

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 12, 2025

“We cannot wait and hope the older generations will watch out for us. We have to watch out for ourselves.”

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Free Ride: New Program Will Cover E-Scooter, Bike Trips to Denver Transit Stations

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 7, 2025

The pilot program will provide 40,000 free one-mile rides to RTD’s University of Denver and Decatur-Federal stations.

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Denver Eliminates Minimum Parking Requirements Citywide

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 5, 2025

“We have a housing crisis, not a parking crisis,” Councilman Chris Hinds said during the council’s final vote.

Milk Tea People Chosen for $640K Investment in Plan to Revive Downtown Denver

Milk Tea People Chosen for $640K Investment in Plan to Revive Downtown Denver

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 4, 2025

The 2025 Best of Denver-winning tea bar intends to use the money to relocate to a larger shop along 16th Street.

Killer Dentist James Craig Added to Disturbing List of Murderous Colorado Husbands

Killer Dentist James Craig Added to Disturbing List of Murderous Colorado Husbands

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 1, 2025

Colorado has captured national attention numerous times for cases in which local men killed their wives.

Labor advocates gather at Governor's Park in Denver to rally in support of a just-cause employment ballot measure proposal.

Advocates Withdraw Dueling Labor Union Initiatives – But Ballot Battle Still Looms

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 31, 2025

One proposal would have required just cause to fire employees. The other sought to prohibit union membership as a condition of employment.

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Five Proposals Petitioning to Get on Colorado’s Ballot in 2026

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 29, 2025

Colorado voters could weigh in on initiatives regarding immigration enforcement, college admissions, delivery fees and more.

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Trump Cut Federal Taxes on Overtime Pay. A Lawsuit Demands Colorado Do the Same.

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 25, 2025

The lawsuit challenges a recently passed Colorado law that will continue taxing overtime pay at the state level.

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More Sexual Misconduct Allegations Emerge Against Barber in Denver, Westminster

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 25, 2025

Cesar Diaz of Ari’s Barbershop was reported to police three times for unlawful sexual contact, years before the newest accusation.

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Date With Your Dog: Denver Singles Mixer Connects Couples and Their Canines

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 24, 2025

More than 300 people have signed up to attend the doggy dating event at Improper City this evening.

The Self-Proclaimed Fascist Fired Over Viral Jubilee Video Is a Coloradan

The Self-Proclaimed Fascist Fired Over Viral Jubilee Video Is a Coloradan

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 23, 2025

Before he became a far-right online troll, Connor Estelle attended Castle View High School and the University of Denver.

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