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Here’s How Much More Expensive Denver Has Become Since 2020

Here’s How Much More Expensive Denver Has Become Since 2020

By Catie CheshireMarch 31, 2025

Wages haven’t kept up with inflation in the Mile High City, especially related to housing costs.

Denver NWSL Team, Cherry Creek School District Hash Out Deal for Temporary Stadium

Denver NWSL Team, Cherry Creek School District Hash Out Deal for Temporary Stadium

By Catie CheshireMarch 27, 2025

Centennial will serve as the team’s home until the team’s permanent stadium in Denver is ready, but a permanent training facility is part of the plan, too.

Sensory-Safe Gym for Kids With Autism, Disabilities Opening in Broomfield

Sensory-Safe Gym for Kids With Autism, Disabilities Opening in Broomfield

By Catie CheshireMarch 26, 2025

We Rock the Spectrum, a gym designed to help kids with disabilities play without being overwhelmed, is getting its first location in Colorado.

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Big Businesses in Colorado Could Start Paying Fees to Help Recycling

By Catie CheshireMarch 25, 2025

A looming state program will charge companies fees to help pay for recycling across the state, but will those costs be passed to consumers?

Explosive Legal Battle: Wyoming County Denies Permit for Denver-Owned Fireworks Store

Explosive Legal Battle: Wyoming County Denies Permit for Denver-Owned Fireworks Store

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 21, 2025

“I know the applicant has feelings about this being ‘Wyoming good old boys’ …it has nothing to do with that.”

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Frontier Wants You Back, Trolls Southwest With Free Bag Promotion

By Teague BohlenMarch 19, 2025

With some Southwest customers feeling jilted, Frontier shoots its shot.

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Denver Pro Women’s Soccer Team Announces Plans for New Stadium at Gates Site

Denver Pro Women’s Soccer Team Announces Plans for New Stadium at Gates Site

By Catie CheshireMarch 18, 2025

The project will turn a problem property into a mixed-use development with a stadium that seats 14,500 people.

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No More Free Parking for Cherry Creek Mall Employees

By Jason HellerMarch 14, 2025

“Free parking for our tenant employees was always intended to be a short-term benefit.”

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Mike Johnston Pushes Vibrant Denver Bond Despite Local Skepticism

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 13, 2025

The mayor promises new, improved parks, murals and buildings if voters support a bond he’s pushing, but some residents aren’t convinced.

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Colorado Tax Rates Rank Among Lowest in the Country, Study Finds

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 12, 2025

Median households pay $1,786 less in taxes in Colorado than the national average.

Look Inside: Largest Private Residence in Vail Valley Set for Auction

Look Inside: Largest Private Residence in Vail Valley Set for Auction

By Catie CheshireMarch 11, 2025

Designed by architect Charles Sink, this home could also pass as a castle…if castles had indoor pools, purple rooms and a shuttle to ski resorts.

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New Affordable Housing Units Open in Sun Valley With Amenities

By Catie CheshireMarch 7, 2025

“The apartments over in RiNo do not have what we have over here in Sun Valley.”

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Downtown Nightclub Could Lose Licenses After New Year’s Shooting

By Catie CheshireMarch 4, 2025

Someone fired a shot from inside the downtown Denver venue, and police say employees aren’t cooperating.

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CU Boulder’s Radio 1190 Returns to Denver Airwaves

By Michael RobertsFebruary 28, 2025

“It’s not our job to be the taste police. Our job is to give you all the tastes – and it’s just such magic.”

A lake surrounded by greenery.

Lakewood Repeals Controversial Citizen Open Space Initiative With New Law

By Catie CheshireFebruary 26, 2025

Residents petitioned to ban developers from paying fees instead of dedicating parkland, but the proposed language conflicted with state law and quickly led to a lawsuit.

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Boulder Little League Fields at Risk of Being Sold for Land Development

By Catie CheshireFebruary 25, 2025

Iris Fields has been home to youth baseball since the 1950s, and the community doesn’t want that to end now.

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West Denver Liquor Store Closed After Being Labeled “Haven for Criminal Activity”

By Catie CheshireFebruary 24, 2025

Avondale Liquor has long been accused by neighbors of enabling crime like drug use and public urination.

A view of Denver's dense skyline from Avanti Food & Beverage.

Gen Zers Are Moving to Colorado in Droves. Where Are They Coming From?

By Jason HellerFebruary 21, 2025

A lot of them migrated from a not-so-beloved neighboring state.

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City Will Celebrate 16th Street Mall Opening in Late May but Project Won’t Be Done

By Catie CheshireFebruary 20, 2025

The Downtown Denver Partnership and Denver Arts & Venues could get an extra $1.5 million from the city for mall activation and events.

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Colorado Could Ban Price Coordination Software for Landlords

By Catie CheshireFebruary 18, 2025

The White House estimated software like RealPage, which tells landlords how to price units, costs Denver renters $136 per month.

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King Soopers Strike Ends With Temporary Agreement

By Catie CheshireFebruary 18, 2025

After striking for eleven days, workers at 77 grocery stores and Kroger agreed to reopen negotiations.

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The sidewalk under construction next to Capitol Hill Books

Businesses Hit by Colfax BRT Construction Can Now Apply for Grants

By Jason HellerFebruary 18, 2025

“Yeah, that seems a little paltry.”

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