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Donald Trump before speech

Trump Goes All In on Venezuelan Gang Alarmism in Aurora

By Patricia CalhounOctober 11, 2024

Donald Trump promised to come to Aurora, which he calls a “war zone” because of Venezuelan gangs. He’s at the Gaylord Rockies today.

A man looks at the camera.

Denver Basic Income Project Wants to Continue Despite Loss of City Funding

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 11, 2024

The Denver Basic Income Project will halt giving low-income and homeless residents free monthly cash payments, but the founder hopes to bring it back.

Donald Trump before a crowd.

Trump Is Coming to Aurora Thursday: What You Need to Know

By Patricia CalhounOctober 11, 2024

He’ll be at the Gaylord Rockies…and the line will form early. Very early.

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Colorado Revises Ceremonial Flag Program After Gays Against Groomers Waves One

By Teague BohlenOctober 8, 2024

“Hate has no place in Colorado, and Governor Polis denounces hate in all its forms.”

students protest for Palestine on college campus

Pro-Palestine Protests Return to Auraria Campus

By Chloe RagsdaleOctober 8, 2024

Organizers aren’t ruling out another encampment, but say they’re trying to meet with university and campus officials first.

Donald Trump and Stormy Daniels

Donald Trump, Stormy Daniels Scheduled for Denver on Same Day

By Thomas MitchellOctober 8, 2024

When the former president visits Aurora on October 11, he’ll be sandwiched between performances by his former “honey bunch.”

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When Trump Drops In, Here’s What He’ll See in Aurora

By Bennito L. Kelty and OthersOctober 7, 2024

The former president says he’ll visit Colorado’s third-largest city on October 11.

downtown skyline with park

Opinion: Reasons to Vote No on Ballot Issue 2R, the Affordable Housing Sales Tax

By Strong DenverOctober 6, 2024

Strong Denver applauds the city for zeroing in on the right problem – unaffordable housing. But this is the wrong solution.

kids in blue and green shirts

Opinion: How Political Rhetoric Hurts America’s Marginalized Communities

By Sheila Van de GraaphOctober 6, 2024

Young voters understand that politics is not just about policies but also values, identity and whose stories are being told or discarded.

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illustration of trump getting cuffed

We’ve Got You Covered: A Few Words From John Cuneo

By Patricia CalhounOctober 3, 2024

How do you draw Donald Trump? The illustrator of the October 3 cover explains.

apartment stairs

Sober Living Organization Wants to Buy Aurora Apartments Marred by Venezuelan Gang Rumors

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 3, 2024

Ananeo wants all three of CBZ management’s apartment complexes in Aurora, but will settle for the property that city officials evicted in August.

Dr. Phil talk show

Dr. Phil Focuses on Aurora, Venezuelan Gang Story

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 1, 2024

The latest episode of Dr. Phil Primetime showcased Aurora’s Venezuelan gang presence to criticize current border policies.

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Jeffco Commission Nixes Bike Park Permit, but Developers Have One More Chance

Jeffco Commission Nixes Bike Park Permit, but Developers Have One More Chance

By Catie CheshireSeptember 26, 2024

The controversial bike park inspired over 800 written and in-person comments earlier this week.

David Sirota’s New Podcast Traces Project 2025 Back to Joseph Coors and Rise of the New Right

By Brendan Joel KelleySeptember 24, 2024

Master Plan focuses on the Powell Memorandum, which inspired the beer mogul to establish the foundation of today’s conservative movement.

protesters outside denver slaughterhouse

Complaint Accuses Denver Slaughterhouse, Fur Ban Campaigns of Hiding Donors

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 24, 2024

“Voters deserve to know who is actually behind this misguided effort.”

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Analysis: Colorado Voters Weigh a Ban on Hunting Mountain Lions as Attitudes Toward Wild Predators Shift

By Kevin Crooks and Rebecca NiemiecSeptember 22, 2024

An increasing share of Americans believes humans should coexist with carnivores and opposes lethal control for human benefit.

A beer says VOTE!

Denver Brews Up ¡VOTA! Beer to Encourage Registering, Voting

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 20, 2024

The Denver Elections Office partnered with Raíces Brewing to create ¡VOTA! beer.

rabbit's foot

What Products Would Be Prohibited by a Denver Fur Ban?

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 19, 2024

No felt cowboy hats, no fly-fishing fly made with animal hair…and no rabbit’s foot!

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Denver residents watch the presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris on Tuesday, September 10.

General Election for Dummies: How to Register and Vote in Colorado

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 19, 2024

Ballots for the November 5 election have been mailed. But you still have plenty of time to register.

Colorado Latinos rally at the capitol for Latino/a Advocacy Day.

Annual Poll Finds Colorado Latinos Leaning Left, Worrying About Rising Costs, Affordable Housing

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 18, 2024

A poll of 1,600 Latino voters in Colorado determined that economic issues top their concerns.

presidential candidate at podium

RFK Jr. Pulls Out of Independent National Convention in Denver

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 17, 2024

Organizers said Kennedy was “committed” to attending less than four weeks ago.

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man speaking at podium with crowd behind.

Opinion: The Case Against Denver’s Slaughterhouse Ban, and Debunking False Claims

By Darrell WatsonSeptember 14, 2024

“I think it’s unfair and wrong that we’re voting to close a single business and put 160 people out of work.”

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