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denver apartment building

Broken Elevators, Hot Weather Make Denver Apartment Building Feel Like a Horror Movie

By Catie CheshireJune 29, 2024

The fire department has been called to the building eleven times this month, and two tenants have suffered asthma attacks in the stairwell.

Homeless and tents in Denver.

Denver Mayor, Advocates Vow to Protect Homeless After SCOTUS Camping Ban Ruling

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 28, 2024

Mayor Mike Johnston has assured “nothing changes” after a Supreme Court ruling in favor of camping bans, but advocates are on edge.

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

After Three Months With a Micro-Community for the Homeless, Neighbors Are Still on the Fence

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 28, 2024

Staff at La Paz micro-community in Denver’s Overland neighborhood say they’re seeing homeless residents improve, but some neighbors are concerned.

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A person speaks to a crowd.

Central Denver Residents Want Scooters Off the Sidewalks

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 27, 2024

Residents near Colfax Avenue are worried construction will lead to more speeding in their neighborhoods, as well.

Lauren Boebert speaking during a victory speech.

Lauren Boebert Wears Fake Trump Sneakers, Kisses Ring After Colorado Primary Win

By Chris PerezJune 25, 2024

“I told [Trump] he needs to win his third election.”

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

The Biggest Loser: Dave Williams

By Patricia CalhounJune 25, 2024

“We’re going in a different direction than previous Republican parties.”

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Photo collage of Aurora City Council meeting over the police shooting death of Kilyn Lewis.

Protesters Take Over Aurora City Council Meeting, Spar with Mayor Over Police Shooting of Kilyn Lewis

By Chris PerezJune 25, 2024

An Aurora City Council meeting Monday night turned into a showdown between councilmembers, residents and people protesting the death of an unarmed Black man by police.

City hall rally in Denver

Likely Ballot Measure Would Allow Collective Bargaining for City Employees

By Catie CheshireJune 25, 2024

If the idea passes one more vote by Denver City Council, voters will have their say in the November 5 election.

How Kyle Clark Became the Next Next Big Thing

By Michael RobertsJune 25, 2024

“After we put on the first show and had a celebratory cake, I thought, ‘What kind of fool am I? I’m signing up to do this daily.'”

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Ballots.

State Primary for Dummies: How (and Which) Coloradans Can Cast Ballots

By Hannah MetzgerJune 22, 2024

You have until June 25 to vote in the state primary.

John Wren sitting in front of a sunset background.

Who is John Wren? Meet Colorado’s Only Write-In Primary Candidate

By Hannah MetzgerJune 21, 2024

“I don’t think I’m a good candidate, really.”

Renderings of affordable housing condos going in at 29th and Welton Streets in Denver.

City Council Approves $5M in Loans to Convert RTD Lot Into Affordable Housing

By Chris PerezJune 21, 2024

A six-story building with condos for income-restricted households is going up in a closed RTD parking lot at 29th and Welton.

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Homeless in Denver.

Guaranteed Income Helps Move Almost 300 People Into Housing After One Year

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 18, 2024

“We see a path to policy, and we think a policy based on these initial results would be something beneficial to society.”

Two people holding cell phones, scrolling on social media.

Colorado Approved Social Media Warnings Days Before Surgeon General’s Essay

By Hannah MetzgerJune 18, 2024

Starting in 2026, Colorado kids who use a social media platform for over an hour or at certain times will get pop-up warnings.

Abandoned home in Denver

Neglected and Derelict Buildings Sit Idle in Denver

By Chris PerezJune 17, 2024

“Lately, we have seen many owners not taking the steps necessary for maintaining their properties.”

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Blue Mountain Estates is just outside Arvada.

Jefferson County Pauses Controversial Trailhead Plans

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 14, 2024

Nearby homeowners said the trailhead’s parking lot would threaten lives during wildfire season, while commissioners wanted more details on the overall plans.

Mugshot for Tyler Boebert.

Lauren Boebert’s Son Gets a “Very Skilled” Lawyer, Case Continued Yet Again

By Chris PerezJune 13, 2024

Tyler Boebert has finally found a lawyer he can afford – or someone’s footing the bill.

A photo collage showing the Boebert family standing together with a mugshot of Jayson Boebert.

Lauren Boebert’s Ex-Husband Gets Unsupervised Probation, $40 Fine in Plea Deal

By Chris PerezJune 12, 2024

Jayson Boebert had been accused of aggressive altercations by his son and ex-wife, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert.

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Dog in open field

Off-Leash Dogs or Native Prairie? Conflict Ensues Over Westminster Open Space.

By Catie CheshireJune 11, 2024

“The volume around the issue had been turned up considerably, and the emotions.”

City Council Approves $1 Million Contract for Colorado Coalition for the Homeless

City Council Approves $1 Million Contract for Colorado Coalition for the Homeless

By Chris PerezJune 11, 2024

The funding is intended to provide more case management and behavioral health training.

GOP Leader Doubles Down on LGBTQ Hate as Effort to Remove Him Grows

By Hannah MetzgerJune 10, 2024

“This stain on our party can not be left unchecked.”

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Two women hold flowers.

Denver Residents Throw Wedding for LGBTQ Migrants From Venezuela

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 10, 2024

Amarilis and Mariangy Delgado Gutierrez tied the knot at Sloan’s Lake on Sunday.

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