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Prescription Drug Vending Machines Help Distribute Life-Saving Meds to Denver Homeless

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 4, 2025

“We would love, if money is no object, to have a functioning pharmacy in every location, but we can’t. So that’s why we have these machines, to help people get access to medications.”

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Which Colorado Kids Would Qualify for Dell’s “Trump Account” Deposits

By Brendan Joel KelleyDecember 3, 2025

Most of Colorado’s 500-plus zip codes are eligible, but a dozen likely won’t be.

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Denver City Council to Vote on $64 Million in Homeless Shelter Contracts in December

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 26, 2025

The City of Denver will decide on $64 million worth of housing contracts to replace the Salvation Army.

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Denver Refugees Enjoy Annual Thanksgiving Dinner, but It Could be the Last

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 25, 2025

The African Community Center isn’t sure if it will survive much longer under the Trump administration’s cuts and immigration revisions.

Denver American Indian Cultural Embassy to Receive $20 Million Kickstart. What Will It Look Like?

Denver American Indian Cultural Embassy to Receive $20 Million Kickstart. What Will It Look Like?

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 24, 2025

“Each tribe is going to have a different idea of what it means to come home and be in an embassy.”

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After Trump Suggests His Execution, Jason Crow Fires Back

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 20, 2025

“SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, punishable by DEATH!” the president wrote on social media. He also reposted a message saying, “HANG THEM GEORGE WASHINGTON WOULD!”

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Ethics Commission Advances Complaints Alleging Seventeen Colorado Legislators Violated State Law

By Lindsey Toomer, Colorado NewslineNovember 19, 2025

A gathering at Vail resort in October is at the center of the allegations.

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Aurora Residents Use Last Chance to Rip Into Outgoing Conservative Councilmembers

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 19, 2025

“You lost because of your racism. You lost because of your misogyny. And you lost because of your hatred. Also, your beard sucks.”

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Birdseed Collective Forced Out of Globeville Base After Parks & Rec Rejects Lease

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 17, 2025

The nonprofit’s founder says he is still confused after years of community service.

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Colorado’s Key Lime Air Operates Flights of Detainees for ICE

By Sara Wilson/Colorado NewslineNovember 9, 2025

There will be a protest at Centennial Airport today over the deportations.

After Costly Election Loss, Denver Vape Shops Face Cloudy Future

After Costly Election Loss, Denver Vape Shops Face Cloudy Future

By Brendan Joel KelleyNovember 7, 2025

“If you’re a small business owner who just took a gut punch in Denver, why would you expand anywhere else in Colorado?”

Voters Approve General Improvement District for South Broadway

Voters Approve General Improvement District for South Broadway

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 7, 2025

“The vision for a cleaner, safer and more thriving Broadway came directly from the people who live, work and create here.”

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Poll: Most Colorado Latinos Want to Rein in ICE Before Midterms

Poll: Most Colorado Latinos Want to Rein in ICE Before Midterms

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 6, 2025

Most of the 400 Colorado Latinos polled said Trump and ICE are operating unchecked.

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Denver Votes to Overhaul At-Large City Council Elections

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 6, 2025

Will the change result in fewer progressive council members?

Aurora Ousts Danielle Jurinsky and the Council’s Conservative Majority

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 6, 2025

We named the controversial Aurora City Council rep a Person to Watch in 2025, and now you can watch her leave her seat.

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Colorado Voters Approve Boost to Free School Meals Program

By Chase Woodruff, Colorado NewslineNovember 5, 2025

Taxpayers earning over $300,000 a year will pay more for kids’ meals.

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Protests in Denver: The 5th of November

By Thomas Mitchell and OthersNovember 5, 2025

The election’s over, but the action’s just beginning.

The Polls Are Closed: How Did Denver Vote?

The Polls Are Closed: How Did Denver Vote?

By Patricia CalhounNovember 4, 2025

Mayor Mike Johnson has proclaimed victory for the Vibrant Denver bonds.

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#HD5: Social Media Stars, Community Organizers Will Battle for Denver House District

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 4, 2025

Rayna Kingston and Justine Sandoval are vying for a spot in the Colorado Capitol…next election!

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Eight Measures Appear on Denver’s November Ballot: What to Know

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 3, 2025

It’s time to start thinking about flavored tobacco sales, election reform and nearly one billion dollars of bonds.

When and Where to Vote (and Some Suggestions for How to Vote, Too)

When and Where to Vote (and Some Suggestions for How to Vote, Too)

By Patricia CalhounNovember 2, 2025

It seems everyone has an opinion on Denver’s eight ballot measures, and we’ve shared many of them.

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The Nation’s Largest Food Aid Program Is About to See Cuts: Here’s What You Should Know.

By Katheryn Houghton, Samantha Liss and Renuka RayasamNovember 1, 2025

SNAP funding is looking at changes even once the federal shutdown ends.

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