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Jared Polis and Dana Bash during a CNN interview.

Polis Doubts He’ll Be Kamala Harris’s Running Mate – Suggests He’s Too Bald, Gay and Jewish

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 22, 2024

“My phone hasn’t rung yet,” Governor Jared Polis said during a CNN interview.

new mayor in tie raises hands

Mike Johnston Promised to End Homelessness in His First Term. Here’s What He Did His First Year

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 22, 2024

As Denver’s mayor delivers his State of the City address, we look back over his first twelve months.

Joe Biden in front of flags

Analysis: Until 1968, Presidential Candidates Were Picked by Party Conventions. What Now?

By Philip KlinknerJuly 21, 2024

With President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the race, the convention nominating system could be revived.

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President Joe Biden Ends Run; Nominated as Vice President in Denver in 2008

President Joe Biden Ends Run; Nominated as Vice President in Denver in 2008

By Patricia CalhounJuly 21, 2024

Joe Biden’s path to the presidency started in Denver in 2008.

A man smiles.

Mayor Pledges Housing Assistance to Help Downtown Denver Residents

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 19, 2024

“The truth is you can only live in San Francisco if you’re rich. We do not want Denver to be a city where only the rich live.”

Political roundtable meeting

Lawmakers Begin New Effort to Protect Police Misconduct Whistleblowers

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 19, 2024

“The people who keep us safe should feel safe at work, especially if they just want to do the right thing and report misconduct.”

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Police speaking and listening to protesters.

Black Aurora Councilmember Called Out for “Betraying” Protesters, Calling Them “Terrorists”

By Chris PerezJuly 18, 2024

Councilmember Stephanie Hancock called protesters of a police shooting “bullies, terrorists, anarchists” during a hearing last week.

RFK Speaks at Rally

How RFK Jr. Became Colorado’s Libertarian Presidential Nominee

By Jack SpiegelJuly 17, 2024

“There’s only so much we can do throwing stones from our ivory tower of purity.”

Governor Jared Polis and Alexander Heffner share a meal at Fuel & Iron in Pueblo.

Polis Talks Elon Musk, Vladimir Putin and League of Legends on Breaking Bread

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 17, 2024

The Bloomberg TV show’s new episode features the governor eating his way through Pueblo while discussing politics with Alexander Heffner.

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Man wears pro life u sweatshirt

Right-Wing Radio Host Threatens Lawsuit Over Capitol Removal for “Pro-Life” Sweatshirt

By Chris PerezJuly 17, 2024

Jeff Hunt has teamed up with the free speech group FIRE in his “Pro Life” sweatshirt fight against the Colorado Legislature.

Who Is J.D. Vance, Donald Trump’s Pick for Vice President?

Who Is J.D. Vance, Donald Trump’s Pick for Vice President?

By Jennifer Shutt and Ariana Figueroa | Arizona MirrorJuly 17, 2024

After months of speculation, the Ohio senator and Hillbilly Elegy author will join Donald Trump on the Republican ticket.

trump after assassination attempt

Rick Enstrom Busts State Rep Steven Woodrow for Comment About Trump Assassination Attempt

By Michael RobertsJuly 16, 2024

The Colorado Republican got taken down by a mosquito, but he had enough strength to swat the Democratic state rep.

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That Bites: Taken Down by a Lowly Mosquito, Rick Enstrom Is Fighting Back

By Michael RobertsJuly 16, 2024

Colorado reported more cases of West Nile than any other state last year. That bites!

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and her mom, Shawn Bentz, at her CD4 election party on June 25.

Lauren Boebert’s Mom: She Can’t Lose Because “God Protects Her”

By Chris PerezJuly 15, 2024

Westword caught up with the controversial congresswoman’s mother on election night.

Colorado Born to Be Wild wolf license plate on acura

How to Register Your Car in Colorado: Cost, Special Plates and Paperwork

By Catie CheshireJuly 13, 2024

Finally ready to register those expired tags? The Denver Police Department will be looking for you starting July 15.

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Lauren Boebert speaking into microphone

Lauren Boebert Caught Driving 19 MPH Over Speed Limit, Fails to Pay Ticket on Time

By Chris PerezJuly 11, 2024

The Colorado congresswoman was busted on Vail Pass on Mother’s Day.

Colorado GOP Chair Dave Williams with former president Donald Trump on his shoulder.

Chaos Continues in Effort to Remove Colorado GOP Chair Dave Williams

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 9, 2024

Williams’s expulsion vote may be held on July 19, July 27, August 31 – or not at all.

A pit bull looking at something.

Should Pit Bulls Be Banned in Aurora? Voters to Decide in November.

By Chris PerezJuly 9, 2024

After being repealed in 2021, Aurora’s pit bull ban was reestablished earlier this year by a district judge.

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Star Bar in Denver

City Council Approves Ballpark Improvement District Proposal for November Election

By Catie CheshireJuly 8, 2024

Only property owners in the Ballpark neighborhood will vote on the district plan in November.

Exploded house rubble cleanup

After Almost a Year, Exploded House on Lincoln Street Is Being Demolished

By Catie CheshireJuly 2, 2024

It took just under eleven months for demolition to begin, but the owner won’t face any fines.

Representative Tim Hernández (left) and Representative Elisabeth Epps (right).

Pro-Palestine Incumbents Lose in Denver Primary

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 2, 2024

Days after voters rejected Elisabeth Epps and Tim Hernández, the Colorado Democratic Party rejected a ceasefire resolution, with opponents calling for collaboration on local issues.

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The Quality Inn at 2601 Zuni Street used to be a migrant shelter.

Denver Closes Last Migrant Hotel, Reports Empty Shelters for First Time Since 2022

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 1, 2024

“It was a huge labor of love. We’ve been moving folks for the last two months or so out of that facility.”

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