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Palestine flag waved during college campus protest

Lawsuit Alleges Unlawful Arrest at Denver Pro-Palestine Protest in 2024

By Catie CheshireMay 16, 2025

This is the second lawsuit that has been filed against the ACPD alleging unlawful arrests and free speech violations during pro-Palestine protests last year.

Thomas Bean Towers in Denver

Family Sues Denver Housing Authority After Mother Died in 120-Degree Heat

By Catie CheshireMay 15, 2025

Shirlyne Johnson’s HVAC system pumped hot air into her apartment for three days during the summer despite repeated requests to fix it, according to her children.

Your Mom's House Denver music venue

New Lawsuit Disputes Ownership of Denver Music Venue

By Catie CheshireApril 17, 2025

New management took over Your Mom’s House in January. A complaint by former owner James Bedwell claims that never should have happened.

The front of the Aurora Municipal Court.

Aurora Officials Accused of Antisemitism by Embattled “Slumlord”

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 4, 2025

Accused of code violations and neglecting apartments at the center of a national Venezuelan gang controversy, he claims the city targeted him because of his Jewish faith.

University of Colorado football player on sidelines.

CU Football Player Standing Up for Big 12 Walk-Ons in NCAA Case

By Catie CheshireApril 4, 2025

Thousands of walk-on athletes could be cut as a result of a court case over the NCAA and NIL payments.

Lawsuit Over Meth Overdose Death in Weld County Jail Settled for $3.5 Million

Lawsuit Over Meth Overdose Death in Weld County Jail Settled for $3.5 Million

By Michael RobertsMarch 18, 2025

The size of jail-death settlements has been growing nationwide.

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A window is broken at an apartment.

Denver Arrest Warrant Raises Stakes for Controversial Aurora Property Manager

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 14, 2025

One of the owners of CBZ Management, a controversial property management firm, has a warrant out for their arrest for failing to appear in Denver court.

Jury Rules in Favor of Denver Tenants in Bad Landlord Lawsuit

By Catie CheshireMarch 13, 2025

Conditions at the complex included broken elevators, leaks, pests, unsecured doors and a lack of hot water and air conditioning.

Man speaks to crowd

Colorado AG Accuses Feds of “Naked, Political Attempt to Threaten” Court in Tina Peters Case

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 12, 2025

Phil Weiser called the Justice Department’s intervention “a grotesque attempt to weaponize the rule of law.”

Why Is Philly’s Beloved Mascot Part of a Denver Landlord Trial?

Why Is Philly’s Beloved Mascot Part of a Denver Landlord Trial?

By Catie CheshireMarch 7, 2025

“Yeah, the jury may not like that he’s calling my clients evil bastards.”

blonde woman mug shot

Trump’s Justice Department Will Review Colorado’s Tina Peters Case for Political Bias

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 4, 2025

The infamous election denier was sentenced to nine years for the Mesa County election-tampering scheme.

Trial Begins in Class-Action Suit Against Denver Apartment Management Firm

Trial Begins in Class-Action Suit Against Denver Apartment Management Firm

By Catie CheshireMarch 3, 2025

Mint Urban Infinity tenants documented cases of mold, pests, broken elevators and air conditioning, unsecured doors and a lack of hot water.

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Three students walk across the University of Colorado Boulder campus on a snowy day on the first day of the 2025 spring semester.

Trump Law Firm Targets University of Colorado Boulder in “DEI” Free Speech Lawsuit

By Hannah MetzgerFebruary 18, 2025

CU officials met with a student after her classmates complained of offensive remarks about race and the LGBTQ community. She’s taking them to federal court.

Supreme Court Justice Recuses Self Following Criticism Over Ties to Colorado’s Richest Man

Supreme Court Justice Recuses Self Following Criticism Over Ties to Colorado’s Richest Man

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 5, 2024

Neil Gorsuch came under fire for his relationship with billionaire Philip Anschutz.

The front of the Aurora Municipal Court.

Aurora Officials Can’t Find “Slumlord” Involved in Venezuelan Gang Controversy

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 5, 2024

For over a month, prosecutors say they’ve been on a wild goose chase to find Zev Baumgarten, the property manager who claims Venezuelan gangs took over his apartments.

The entrance to SeaQuest Littleton in Southwest Plaza

SeaQuest, Closed in Colorado Since February, Files for Bankruptcy

By Catie CheshireDecember 4, 2024

Filings show the Littleton location of the controversial wildlife facility has lost hundreds of thousands of dollars in the last year.

Mayor Mike Johnston listens to a resident.

Denver City Staffer Suing Mayor’s Office Over Lost Promotion, Ties to Election Opponent

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 21, 2024

“You cannot be on both sides of the table,” Jessica Calderon’s boss allegedly told her.

Colorado to Pay $1.5 Million to Website Designer Who Refused to Serve LGBTQ Couples

Colorado to Pay $1.5 Million to Website Designer Who Refused to Serve LGBTQ Couples

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 19, 2024

The state agreed to pay Lorie Smith’s attorneys’ fees after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the web designer last year.

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a brick wall with graffiti and street art

Sexual Assault Cases Against Deadhead-Themed Bar Owner to Move Forward

By Catie CheshireNovember 12, 2024

The former Deadhead-themed bar owner has five alleged victims of drugging and sexual assault.

Supreme Court Justice Faces Recusal Calls Over Ties to Colorado’s Richest Man

Supreme Court Justice Faces Recusal Calls Over Ties to Colorado’s Richest Man

By Hannah MetzgerOctober 4, 2024

Neil Gorsuch is once again facing public scrutiny for his relationship with billionaire Philip Anschutz.

Screenshots of a video show a woman running after, pushing and pulling young skateboarders.

Denver Woman Gets Probation, Community Service for Attack Against Young Skateboarders

By Hannah MetzgerOctober 3, 2024

The altercation went viral on social media over the summer, prompting donations and support for one of the children involved.

Abandoned golf course

Park Hill Golf Course Owners Must Reimburse Over $250,000 for Unpaid Renovations

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 25, 2024

Sisters of Color United for Education spent around $200,000 fixing up the golf course’s clubhouse, only to be denied access.

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