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homeless people and children enjoy a meal inside of the Denver Dream Center in downtown denver

Denver Community Services Provider Frustrated by Holdup at Globeville Rec Center

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 17, 2026

After efforts to rush the former provider out, the heavily used rec center has been empty since January.

A man dressed as Cheech Marin smokes a joint in his Cadillac at the Denver 420 Fest

Mile High Holiday: 4/20 Events in Denver This Year

By Thomas MitchellApril 17, 2026

The Mile High City lives up to its name on 4/20, from an annual celebration at Civic Center Park to cannabis-friendly parties and shows around town.

flyer for milk-chugging competition in denver

Denver Man Considers Himself the Ultimate Milk Chugger, So He’s Taking on All Challengers

By Thomas MitchellApril 16, 2026

Think you can beat the Bovine Baron? Head to Observatory Park on Sunday to find out.

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Students' cellphones sit in bins on a table

Bell-to-Bell Cellphone Ban Recommended by Denver Public Schools Committee

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoApril 16, 2026

Cellphone bans are increasingly common as schools try to reduce distractions in class and improve students’ mental health.

A veo scooter in front of the Denver city and county building

Veo Wins Turf War Over Denver E-Scooter Contract

By Hannah MetzgerApril 16, 2026

The current Lime and Bird scooters must exit the city by May 16.

Cannabis buds of the strain Candy Apple

Five Craft Cannabis Growers to Try in Colorado

By Thomas MitchellApril 15, 2026

Take a break from the big players and try these small-batch gardens.

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cannabis buds hang dry after harvest

Colorado Marijuana Pesticide Recall Hits Six Stores

By Thomas MitchellApril 15, 2026

The insecticide has been linked to at least twelve recalls since last June.

abortion protesters at Colorado capitol with signs

Colorado Could Require Colleges to Provide Abortion Pills for Students

By Hannah MetzgerApril 15, 2026

“Deciding where to receive abortion care and then taking time off work and classes to do so is incredibly daunting.”

Softball shortstop Peyton Marvel runs toward a ground ball

Colorado School Breaks College Softball Winning Streak Record

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 15, 2026

After winning nearly forty straight, they’re eyeing another shot at a national title.

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a marijuana leaf burns

Smoke Alarm: Is Colorado’s Cannabis Industry Burning Out?

By Thomas MitchellApril 14, 2026

Colorado’s once-unique bubble was always going to burst, but much of the state’s cannabis industry has been stuck in a sad race to the bottom for years.

Headshots of the three Democratic candidates for Colorado's District 1 Congressional race in 2026

Will Colorado’s Longest-Serving Congressmember Be Unseated This Year?

By Hannah MetzgerApril 14, 2026

“Nobody should be in office for thirty years. Nobody.”

Are Anti-Trump Protests Working? Denver Activists Weigh In

Are Anti-Trump Protests Working? Denver Activists Weigh In

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 13, 2026

“Patience is needed, but change is coming. We’re doing a good job.”

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Republicans Pick Scott Bottoms, Victor Marx for Colorado Governor Primary Ballot at State Assembly

Republicans Pick Scott Bottoms, Victor Marx for Colorado Governor Primary Ballot at State Assembly

By Sara Wilson, Colorado NewslineApril 13, 2026

The event was marred by technical difficulties and hours of delay.

Nativ Hotel & Gatsby Social Closed by City, Licenses in Jeopardy

Nativ Hotel & Gatsby Social Closed by City, Licenses in Jeopardy

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 10, 2026

“Mr. Kayali has a history of running similar establishments in an unlawful manner resulting in disciplinary action against those licenses.”

State Representative Brandi Bradley speaks during a House session

GOP Lawmaker Asks for Entire 600-Page Budget Bill Read Over Ethics Grievance

By Sara Wilson, Colorado NewslineApril 10, 2026

“Our own ethical complaint process is broken. It is ripe with abuse, and it must be fixed.”

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Outside the Circle K in Denver's golden triangle neighborhood

Golden Triangle Seeing Mixed Results With Crime, Homeless Efforts

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 10, 2026

Drones, undercover cops and patrols have reduced crime in the central Denver neighborhood, but residents still worry about sidewalks and homelessness.

windmill and water storage at pinon canyon

The War Next Door: The Fight to Save Piñon Canyon From the Army

By Alan PrendergastApril 9, 2026

After battling the Army’s attempts to expand the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site for decades, two groups were just honored by the state.

Cannabis plants grow under a light during their vegetation stage.

As Colorado Marijuana Tax Revenue Fades, So Do Local Kickbacks

By Thomas MitchellApril 9, 2026

“Look, I’m stunned it lasted this long.”

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Denver to Increase Water Prices Amid Drought. Here’s How It Will Affect You.

By Hannah MetzgerApril 8, 2026

For the first time in over two decades, Denver Water approved the implementation of drought pricing on Wednesday.

The Lakewood Navigation Center in Jefferson County.

Lakewood’s New Homeless Center Learns From Successes, Failures in Denver and Aurora

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 8, 2026

The third-largest city in the metro wants to run its new navigation center differently.

Psilocybin mushrooms grow under a light, surrounded by darkness

Colorado’s First Psilocybin Center Sues Former Staff Over Business “Conspiracy”

By Thomas MitchellApril 8, 2026

It’s a new sector, built on healing and understanding — but a lawsuit says there’s cheating afoot.

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A veo scooter in front of the Denver city and county building

Collision Course: The Fight for Denver’s E-Scooter Contract Is Getting Ugly

By Hannah MetzgerApril 7, 2026

The bitter battle will finally come to an end this month.

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