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The Foothills Community Action Group at a protest in front of the Jefferson County courthouse on July 14.

Are Jefferson County Officials Turning a Blind Eye to Short-Term Rental Issues?

By Benjamin NeufeldJuly 18, 2023

Jeffco residents say county officials haven’t kept the promises they’ve made in recent months to address widespread issues with STRs.

Mike Johnston at a Coloradans for the Common Good forum on July 12.

Mike Johnston Commits to Calling Out Wage Thieves, Other Issues at Community Forum

By Benjamin NeufeldJuly 17, 2023

Speaking at a July 12 forum, Denver’s new mayor doubled down on commitments he made related to wage issues, affordable housing, school safety and more.

new mayor in tie raises hands

Michael C. Johnston Sworn In as 46th Mayor of Denver

By Evan SemonJuly 17, 2023

Six new Denver City Council members were also sworn in.

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Marcella Armas stands at her hot dog cart by Denver City Hall.

Meet the Denver Vendor Who’s Served the City’s Top Dogs for Decades

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 17, 2023

“It was always a highlight of the day,” Michael Hancock says. “Grab a hot dog and chat with her about what was going on.”

Central Park Apartment Complex Removes “Luxury” From Sign After Complaints

Central Park Apartment Complex Removes “Luxury” From Sign After Complaints

By Catie CheshireJuly 11, 2023

After many complaints, the 7575 Town Center Apartments in Denver’s Central Park removed the word “luxury” from its sign – but didn’t actually fix anything.

Mark Ferrandino, the first gay legislator, will now lead the Office of State Planning and Budgeting for Gov. Jared Polis.

Mark Ferrandino Tapped by Governor Polis to Lead State Planning and Budget

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 10, 2023

A political stalwart, Mark Ferrandino has been working in the Polis administration as executive director of Colorado’s Department of Revenue since 2020.

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Commentary: How Redistricting Impacted Denver’s District 9 City Council Race

By Joe MayallJuly 9, 2023

The demographics are very different today from what they were when Candi CdeBaca was elected in 2019.

Four’s Company: Co-Buying Can Make Denver Housing Affordable

Four’s Company: Co-Buying Can Make Denver Housing Affordable

By Catie CheshireJune 29, 2023

These four Denverites joined together to buy a home.

kiosko with Chicano murals in park.

Denver City Council Approves La Raza Park as Third Historic Cultural District

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 27, 2023

Denver’s Chicano movement held rallies here…and was attacked by the police.

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female representative in Congress.

Boebert Beat: “Little Bitch” in the Big House

By Teague BohlenJune 26, 2023

Even Marjorie Taylor Greene objected to her push to impeach President Joe Biden.

Five candidates have registered to pursue a position in the state capitol to represent House District 8.

Could Auon’tai Anderson Get Schooled in the House District 8 Race?

By Benjamin NeufeldJune 26, 2023

The controversial Denver Board of Education member is now going for the Colorado Legislature, but there are already contenders for the HD8 seat.

A homeless encampment sits next to Interstate 225 and Parker Road, a popular route through Aurora to Denver.

Homeless Encampments Along Aurora’s Highways Reveal Growing Unsheltered Population

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 21, 2023

The city passed a camping ban in 2022.

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A gavel sits atop papers.

Illegal Attorney Fees Focus of Latest Lawsuit Against Eviction Firm Tschetter Sulzer

By Catie CheshireJune 21, 2023

One of Colorado’s top eviction law firms faces another class action lawsuit – this time regarding allegedly illegal attorney fees.

A woman in a yellow shirt smiles widely at the camera. She is pictured from the shoulders up.

Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo Pushing to Make SNAP Benefit Exemptions Permanent

By Catie CheshireJune 14, 2023

Yadira Caraveo wants to make work exemptions for veterans, people experiencing homelessness and former foster youths who need SNAP benefits permanent.

new Denver mayor in park with supporters on transition team

Imagine Becoming Part of “Vibrant Denver”

By Patricia CalhounJune 14, 2023

That’s the TICET: Join a committee to help Mike Johnston envision a more vibrant city.

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Donald Trump speaking at the 2016 Western Conservative Summit in Denver, Colorado.

Republicans Prove That They Couldn’t Care Less About the Trump Indictment

By Chris PerezJune 13, 2023

Take heart, MAGA Peeps: He won the presidential straw poll at the Western Conservative Summit.

gun in man's jean pocket

Commentary: Ghost Guns Are Truly Scary

By Myra Isenhart and Mark UdallJune 11, 2023

As gun owners ourselves, we applaud restricting guns that avoid background checks, arming criminals and the underage.

Day two Here4TheKids protesters on the lawn of the state capitol on June 6.

Here4TheKids Wraps Up Gun Protests in Colorado, Takes Aim at Other States

By Benjamin NeufeldJune 9, 2023

The group that uses white women protesters led by women of color had asked Governor Jared Polis to sign an executive order banning guns.

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A man sits in a wheelchair to the right of a golden retriever.

Chris Hinds Defeats Shannon Hoffman, Scores Another Term on City Council

By Catie CheshireJune 8, 2023

The incumbent will keep his District 10 seat after winning by a margin of more than 1,700 votes.

Denver District 9 City Council representative Candi CdeBaca posing for a picture.

Candi Crushed: District 9’s CdeBaca Loses to Darrell Watson by Over 3,500 Votes

By Chris PerezJune 7, 2023

Darrell Watson managed to take down Candi CdeBaca with a following of just over 400 people on Twitter, where the District 9 councilwoman has 11K followers.

Five Takeaways From Denver’s Mayoral Election

By Patricia CalhounJune 7, 2023

From a clown car of candidates to a quick decision

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Mike Johnston, new mayor crowd

Commentary: My Commitment to Community as Denver Mayor

By Mike JohnstonJune 7, 2023

“As a leader, I know that I can make the best decisions when I get input from the people closest to the situation.”

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