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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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Denver E-Scooter Deaths Hit Record High in 2025

By Hannah MetzgerFebruary 4, 2026

The city experienced more fatal e-scooter crashes last year than in the previous six years combined.

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Defy or Ally? Dueling Proposals Will Determine How Colorado Police Handle ICE.

By Hannah MetzgerFebruary 3, 2026

Colorado may strengthen or repeal restrictions on local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

Colorado Ranks Among the Nation’s Best States to Retire

By Hannah MetzgerFebruary 2, 2026

It wasn’t because of affordability…

Teen Drunk Driver Pleads Guilty in Thornton Crash That Killed Father of Eight

Teen Drunk Driver Pleads Guilty in Thornton Crash That Killed Father of Eight

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 31, 2026

Nineteen-year-old David Mendez-Reyes faces four to twelve years in prison.

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Colorado Prison Enhances Security Over Threats to Break Out Tina Peters

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 30, 2026

Tina Peters urges “these officious interlopers” not to storm the prison, her lawyer says.

Suspect Arrested in Vandalism of Denver Church, Blocks Away From Another Damaged Church

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 30, 2026

Police believe the man is connected to at least five vandalism cases, and they’re investigating dozens more.

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Should Parents Have to Pay Their “Kidfluencers”? Colorado Joins the Debate.

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 29, 2026

A Colorado bill would require some family influencers to put half of their earnings into trust funds for their children.

Colorado Bill Would Ban the Sale of Dogs and Cats at Pet Stores

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 27, 2026

Supporters say the ban would cut off demand for breeding mills, while critics argue it would lead to black market pet sales.

A dog pictured with a Denver Animal Shelter volunteer, shared via Facebook.

Denver to Cover 100 Pet Deposits for Renters Amid Surge in Shelter Surrenders

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 23, 2026

“We [shouldn’t] have to choose between a home and the loved ones we share it with.”

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Denver Sees Largest Drop in Rent Prices Among the Nation’s Major Metros

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 23, 2026

Prices and urgency are down for Denver metro renters, while vacancies and landlord concessions are up.

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Denver’s New E-Scooter Company Plans to Slash Prices for Locals

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 22, 2026

Veo intends to charge Denver residents $0.25 per minute — nearly half the rates of Lime and Bird.

Survivor’s Steven Ramm on Regrets, Unseen Moves and the Blindside That Cost Him $1 Million

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 22, 2026

“Everything was coming up Steven. I really felt like I could win and beat anyone,” says the Denver reality TV star.

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Dozens of Windshields, Windows Smashed in Downtown Denver

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 22, 2026

A possible serial vandal has caused thousands of dollars in damage to vehicles and buildings within a mile-long stretch of Broadway.

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Colorado Legislators Once Again Seek Tax Break for AI Data Centers

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 21, 2026

Lawmakers say data centers bring jobs and tax revenue to communities, but critics warn of potential environmental and financial harm.

Denver Senior Living Facility Infested With Bedbugs for a Year, Resident Claims

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 20, 2026

“She had a bedbug crawling out from her shirt,” recalls the daughter of a Francis Heights tenant. “They’re everywhere.”

All the Pop-Culture References in Jared Polis’s Last State of the State

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 15, 2026

The governor of Colorado used his final state address to offer to officiate Taylor Swift’s wedding…and much more.

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Masked Vigilantes or Brave Law Enforcement? On Their First Day, Colorado Lawmakers Clash Over ICE.

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 15, 2026

Colorado’s 2026 legislative session began with opposing remarks on ICE, the Trump administration and Charlie Kirk.

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Aurora Man Arrested in Connection to Major Fire at Denver Construction Site

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 14, 2026

The planned apartment complex is “a complete loss.”

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Second Climber Rescued From 100-Foot Denver Tech Center Sculpture in One Month

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 13, 2026

Police are working on security measures “to help prevent similar situations.”

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Reddit Uncovers Truth Behind Mysterious Old Photos Discovered in Denver Garage

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 12, 2026

Who are the pictured strangers, and what happened to them?

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Denver Submits Official Bid to Host 2028 Democratic National Convention

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 9, 2026

“There’s no better way for the party to find its path back to power than by returning to the state that nominated President Barack Obama twenty years ago.”

Colorado State Senator Barbara Kirkmeyer

42 People Are Running to Be the Next Governor of Colorado

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 9, 2026

From congressmen and state legislators to a convicted murderer and a reality show contestant, the candidates are…

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