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A man is arrested by ICE.

Colorado ICE Agents Arrest a Family Member? Here’s What to Do.

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 30, 2025

Undocumented immigrants have rights during arrests, a local hotline to detect ICE raids and other tools to handle deportations.

Man in a suit speaks in front of American and Colorado flags

Johnston Lays Out 2025 Goals for Denver, Vows to Sue Feds if Necessary to Protect Immigrants

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 29, 2025

The Denver mayor says he has “no regrets” about his support for immigrants, but says he’ll work with the Trump administration to apprehend violent criminals.

Two officers look at a clipboard.

Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocates Ordered to Stop Work by Trump Policy

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 29, 2025

The organization performs more than 500 “know-your-rights” presentations per year at the Aurora ICE facility and Denver Immigration Court, but it’s been ordered to cease operations.

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The Point in Time volunteer tallies a homeless person's tent.

Denver Tallies Homeless Population for Latest Point in Time Count

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 28, 2025

A tally of thousands of homeless residents took place last night across the Denver area for the annual Point in Time count.

An empty courtroom.

Colorado Jury Duty Has No Exemptions for Old Age. That Could Change Soon.

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 28, 2025

A new bill would let people 72 and older opt out of jury duty, with additional provisions for college students and people who are out of state on business.

flooded apartment hallway

Junk Fees Are Putting Coloradans in Debt. Legislation May Be Coming to Help.

By Catie CheshireJanuary 28, 2025

“This is effectively a hidden and deceptive corporate tax imposed on working people.”

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Freshman Republican Wants to Repeal Colorado’s New Cage-Free Eggs, Bag Fee Laws

Freshman Republican Wants to Repeal Colorado’s New Cage-Free Eggs, Bag Fee Laws

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 27, 2025

Let the political grocery games begin.

Denver's City and County Building with a banner showing love to immigrants.

Eight Years Ago, Denver Fought Trump’s Threats Against Immigrants

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 27, 2025

When Trump took office in January 2017, his policies and rhetoric stoked fear in Denver. Just like they’re doing today.

A person speaks in the snow.

Aurora Protesters Brave Cold to Decry Trump Deportation Threats

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 25, 2025

“Our communities in Aurora have been under attack nationally with Operation Aurora rhetoric and pundits taking out of context what really happened here.”

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Two people speak at the Capitol.

Colorado Lawmakers Rally Immigrants Ahead of Expected ICE Deportations

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 22, 2025

Democratic state lawmakers sent a message of solidarity with Latino, Muslim and African immigrant communities as mass deportations loom.

Colorado ICE detention facility

Aurora ICE Facility Preparing for Influx as Deportations Loom

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 22, 2025

GEO Group, the for-profit company operating the facility, has invested $70 million to “meet the anticipated requirements” of federal immigration enforcement under Donald Trump.

Jason Clark wearing an orange Broncos sweatshirt standing in front of the Colorado Capitol building.

Third Time’s the Charm? Jason Clark Is Running for Colorado Governor…Again

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 22, 2025

Delusional. Inexperienced. An idiot. Those are some of the things Clark has been called since announcing his third run – and that’s just coming from his sister.

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Trump on stage at rally

Operation Aurora: Trump’s Mass Deportation Plan Explained

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 21, 2025

With more than 11 million undocumented immigrants in the U.S., Trump’s Operation Aurora would cost billions of dollars.

mlk statue with snow

Denver’s Fortieth Anniversary Marade Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

By Evan SemonJanuary 20, 2025

Despite the cold, marchers paraded from City Park to Civic Center Park.

Denver People’s March on Saturday Inspired by 2017 Women’s March

Denver People’s March on Saturday Inspired by 2017 Women’s March

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 17, 2025

The January 18 protest grew out of experiences at the Women’s March eight years ago and resources left behind by its organizers.

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Vail mansion with Aspen trees

Vail Has Most Expensive U.S. Home for Sale. Here’s the Price Tag.

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 16, 2025

The Vail mega-mansion has eleven bedrooms, 22 bathrooms, three spas and two elevators.

Small shed-like houses are part of the La Paz micro-community.

Denver Micro-Communities Struggle to Get People Off the Street

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 14, 2025

Micro-communities are responsible for less than one-tenth of the 860 people who’ve found permanent housing through city programs since 2023, data shows.

man with beard in jacket with blonde woman

The Taming of the Crude: Joe Oltmann Swears He’s Changing His Conservative Daily Podcast

By Brendan Joel KelleyJanuary 14, 2025

But in the meantime, special guest star Tina Peters just popped on from jail.

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tiny house with keys.

Denver Home Prices Are Falling, but Does That Mean Buying a House Is Affordable?

By Catie CheshireJanuary 10, 2025

The median list price of a Denver home is still $577,350.

Governor Wants Donald Trump’s Help to Deport “Dangerous Criminals” From Colorado

Governor Wants Donald Trump’s Help to Deport “Dangerous Criminals” From Colorado

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 10, 2025

“I think it’s common sense,” Jared Polis says. “We look forward to working with ICE and the FBI to detain and deport.”

Inside Colorado State Capitol Building dome

Colorado Legislature for Dummies: What to Know Ahead of the 2025 Session

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 9, 2025

Politics are happening. Bills are coming. Here are the basics.

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Elephant at DZCA

Colorado Zoo Named Sixth Worst for Elephants by Activists

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 9, 2025

The lives of the “Golden Girls” elephants in Colorado Springs has attracted the ire of In Defense of Animals, an activist group, but zoo officials stand by the facility.

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