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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.

declaration of independence signers with smily faces

Analysis: Why the Future of Democracy Could Depend on Your Group Chats

By Nathan SchneiderJune 8, 2024

Online spaces have become the new schools of association. Unless democracy reigns there, it is in peril everywhere.

A man listens to people.

Mayor Johnston Faces Sharp Criticism from Montbello Residents Over Inaction and Inequality

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 7, 2024

“I’m begging and pleading, don’t forget about Montbello.”

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Three people smiling and posing for a picture together in front of the US flag and state flag of Colorado.

Did Lauren Boebert Really Support Funding for South Bridge Project? Glenwood Springs Officials Weigh In

By Chris PerezJune 7, 2024

“I’m a person who believes your elected officials are your elected officials, whether or not you always agree with their positions.”

50 Cent Jokes About Not Catching Chlamydia After Lauren Boebert Photo Op

By Chris PerezJune 6, 2024

The Get Rich or Die Tryin’ rapper met up with the Colorado congresswoman and other politicians during a visit to Capitol Hill.

A man smiles.

East Denver Safety Meeting Touches on Youth Violence, Police Staffing and…Speeding

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 6, 2024

“Response times lag, and there aren’t enough officers to respond to crimes around the city. We need to do more to help our wonderful DPD boys in blue.”

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Polis Signs Law Prohibiting Hidden Ticket Fees, Event Cancellations Without Refunds

By Hannah MetzgerJune 5, 2024

The governor signed the bill at Red Rocks, and then tossed in a few Taylor Swift puns.

A woman listens at a conference.

Denver Plans “Long-Term” Stay for Migrant Liaisons in Texas to Lighten Busloads

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 5, 2024

“Their decisions to come to Denver may have been based on that outdated information.”

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City Council Proposes Another Delay to Upcoming Sidewalk Fee

By Catie CheshireJune 5, 2024

Councilmembers recognized the need for more time, but expressed worries about continued delays.

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two people in Pride flag

LGBTQ Republicans Feel Alienated After Colorado GOP Says “God Hates Pride”

By Hannah MetzgerJune 5, 2024

“It is pushing people away from our party. We need new leadership.”

People talk at City Hall.

Mayor’s Critics Demand End of Street Outreach Team, Citing Homeless Ticketing Data

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 4, 2024

The Street Engagement Team is the target of criticism, with advocates claiming its goal is to harass Denver’s homeless.

Denver city and county building

City Council Disrupted by Racist Comment, Minutes Before Proclamation for Last Victims

By Hannah MetzgerJune 4, 2024

“Twice in the last three weeks we’ve had to deal with racism in this chamber. Denver’s a better city than that.”

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Commentary: Hunting for Signatures on the Cats Aren’t Trophies Petition Trail

By Julie MarshallJune 2, 2024

It’s incredibly powerful to know that citizens may put an issue before the voters for laws to change.

A man talks to people.

Speeding, Homelessness Lead Southwest Denver Safety Concerns

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 31, 2024

They mayor said he will soon address speeding, but a city councilmember argued that homelessness in the area is worse thanks to city efforts last year.

A man talks to people.

After Migrants Find Housing, Aurora Nonprofit Wants to Provide Help in Other Forms

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 30, 2024

Chris Gattegno doesn’t have beds or food, but he’s eager to provide tutoring, summer programing, health fairs, therapy and more once migrants are settled in.

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Crowds surround Denver City Council during a meeting

City Council Can’t ID Person Who Yelled Racial Slurs at Kids, but Denver Rallies Around Victims

By Hannah MetzgerMay 29, 2024

After two young Black girls faced racist abuse while testifying about their need for a school yurt, local leaders are joining their cause.

A line of mostly Venezuelan migrants waiting in line for food at the 5th Street Garage on Denver's Auraria Campus.

Mayor Johnston, Lauren Boebert Trade Jabs Over Denver “Playbook” for Migrants

By Chris PerezMay 28, 2024

Republicans say Denver is trying to convert other cities into migrant sanctuaries with the dissemination of a “Newcomers Playbook.”

RFK Jr. takes photo with woman

Independent National Convention, RFK Jr. Coming to Denver in September

By Hannah MetzgerMay 28, 2024

RiNo will soon become the epicenter of the free-thinking movement.

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The Sunset Mesa Funeral Home in the aftermath of the FBI raid.

Colorado Becomes Final State to License Funeral Industry After Numerous Atrocities

By Hannah MetzgerMay 24, 2024

“Enough is enough. It is long past time for funeral tragedies in our state to stop.”

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