Denver’s Mexican Consul Doubles Down Amid Harassment, Corruption Allegations
On top of addressing calls for his resignation, Meléndez Cruz announced plans to move Denver’s consul office and add new direct flights to central Mexico.
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How Colorado Leaders Are Pushing Back Against ICE
Police have said they’ll stop ICE agents using excessive force, and politicians are considering mask bans and updated public school policies.
Japan’s First Female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, Learned From a Colorado Trailblazer
The former intern for U.S. Representative Pat Schroeder just led her coalition to a historic win.
Denver Immigrant Group Receives Frozen Grants — and an Apology
Juntos Community has secured a sizable grant after a tenuous back-and-forth with one of its funders.
Progressive Lisa Calderón Will Run for Mayor Again
Third time’s a charm?
Defy or Ally? Dueling Proposals Will Determine How Colorado Police Handle ICE.
Colorado may strengthen or repeal restrictions on local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
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Denver Protesters Strike, Dance and Cry During a Weekend of Anti-ICE Rallies
Denver streets echoed with the cry of, “Chinga la migra!” over the weekend.
Xcel Energy Defends Power Shutoffs in Legislative Hearing
Xcel’s president said the utility would “listen [to] and learn” from customers and state officials about high-risk events in the future.
Understanding the Law: Protesters Have Rights…Even If They’re Ignored
“Education is the most powerful weapon for people involved in protest movements.”
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Wanna Give ICE a Middle Finger From Denver? Here’s How
Protests and other ways to speak out against the feds…and help out immigrants.
Colorado Prison Enhances Security Over Threats to Break Out Tina Peters
Tina Peters urges “these officious interlopers” not to storm the prison, her lawyer says.
Anti-ICE Denver Protesters Gather at Parks, Streets and the Capitol as Strikes Loom
“I think if we’re fighting for what matters for us right now, we can make a change in the future.”
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Should Parents Have to Pay Their “Kidfluencers”? Colorado Joins the Debate.
A Colorado bill would require some family influencers to put half of their earnings into trust funds for their children.
Denver Sues Trump for ICE’s Minneapolis “Invasion”
According to the city’s court filings, the “unlawful invasion of Minneapolis” threatens state and local rights.
Aurora Nurses Vigil for Alex Pretti: What to Know
Pretti, a registered ICU nurse who cared for veterans, will be honored as “one of our own” with an electric candlelight vigil near the Aurora VA facility.
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Aurora Councilman Defends Himself After Alleged DUI and Flashing Council ID
Andrews said he won’t resign while questioning the APD description of his arrest.
Denver Mayor Wants Less Gun Violence, Fewer Empty Office Buildings in 2026
Mike Johnston wants to fill 3 million square feet of downtown commercial space in 2026.
Colorado Bill Would Ban the Sale of Dogs and Cats at Pet Stores
Supporters say the ban would cut off demand for breeding mills, while critics argue it would lead to black market pet sales.
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Crowd at Colorado Capitol Protests Killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis
Pretti’s parents, who are Colorado residents, denounced “sickening lies told about our son.”
Alex Pretti, Second Protester Killed in Minneapolis, Has Colorado Ties, Too
“He cared about those people, and he knew it was wrong, so he did participate in protests,” says his father, who lives in Arvada.
Denver Protesters Gather Outside of Palantir Offices to Condemn ICE
“Being surveilled all the time is not good for resistance.”
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Denver to Cover 100 Pet Deposits for Renters Amid Surge in Shelter Surrenders
“We [shouldn’t] have to choose between a home and the loved ones we share it with.”