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Tents line the sidewalk on the east side of Logan Street between 17th and 18th Avenue.

Another Encampment Sweep Today, Homeless Residents Unsure Where to Go

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 24, 2023

“It’s just they’re saying we’re a problem because of something we didn’t do.”

Mike Coffman speaks at a town hall in mid-July.

Judge Rules Against Aurora Strong-Mayor Challenge, Hearing With City Clerk Up Next

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 22, 2023

An Arapahoe County judge has ruled against a lawsuit to remove Aurora’s divisive strong-mayor proposal from the ballot – but the fight’s not over yet.

A photo composite of Colorado Congresswoman Lauren Boebert speaking in Washington, D.C., and destruction from the Maui wildfires.

Lauren Boebert’s Infrastructure Bill Hypocrisy Reaches New Heights With Maui Tweets

By Chris PerezAugust 22, 2023

The Colorado congresswoman has been attacking President Biden over the Maui wildfires, despite voting against a bill to send disaster protection aid to Hawaii.

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Gov. Jared Polis speaks to the press in his office on Monday, August 21.

Governor Polis Signs Executive Order Expediting and Boosting Affordable Housing Funding

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 21, 2023

The executive order will help speed up loans and grants related to affordable housing projects, with a main goal of “improving livability” in Colorado.

John Hickenlooper talks with Marcella Armas at her hot dog cart on 14th Avenue and Cherokee Street.

Hickenlooper Stops By His Old Stamping Grounds to Ketchup With Favorite Hot Dog Vendor

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 18, 2023

The Denver mayor-turned-senator took time out of his busy schedule to visit legendary vendor Marcella Armas, who’s served the city’s top dogs for decades.

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston speaking at a press conference on homelessness on August 16, 2023.

Mayor Johnston Puts “Micro-Communities” Plan Into Motion for Denver’s Homeless Problem

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 16, 2023

The city has started looking for groups to build, operate and provide services for “micro-communities” to help house the homeless.

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Stephen Ramsey's ADU that he hopes to one day be allowed to use as a STR again.

Short-Term Rental Hosts Push for Long-Term Changes in Denver

By Benjamin NeufeldAugust 14, 2023

Some have lodged complaints with Mayor Mike Johnston and Denver City Council members.

Youth Advisory Council Proposes Solutions for Violence, Mental Health and Gender-Affirming Practices

Youth Advisory Council Proposes Solutions for Violence, Mental Health and Gender-Affirming Practices

By Catie CheshireAugust 11, 2023

The Colorado Youth Advisory Council has ideas on school shootings, the mental and physical health of young people, and gender-affirming care practices.

Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman speaks with a microphone in his hand at a town hall.

Former Aurora City Attorney Files Lawsuit Over Mike Coffman’s Strong-Mayor Proposal

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 9, 2023

Former Aurora city attorney Charlie Richardson has filed a lawsuit to alter Mayor Mike Coffman’s strong-mayor proposal before it hits the November ballot.

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Firebrand Teacher Tim Hernández on Bid for Colorado House

Firebrand Teacher Tim Hernández on Bid for Colorado House

By Michael RobertsAugust 9, 2023

House District 4 had been repped by Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, who won an at-large seat on Denver City Council.

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P.I. Lindsey Paison Hunts for Lost Loved Ones Among the Missing

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 9, 2023

She founded Get Home Safely to help families for free.

Danny Montes from the Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice speaks to a crowd.

Victim Rights Advocate Danny Montes Named to New Obama Foundation Leaders Program

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 8, 2023

“I want to make sure communities heal.”

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Mexican Consul General in Denver Pável Meléndez Crus speaks in front of the Mexican and American flags.

Mexican Consulate Touts Big Boost in Services for People Living in Colorado

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 7, 2023

The Mexican Consulate in Denver has issued more than 15,000 Mexican passports this year and more than 7,000 Mexican IDs.

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston talks to the press about a planned homeless sweep in the Parr-Widener Room.

Mayor Johnston Greenlights First Homeless Sweep Despite Having Nowhere to Put People

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 2, 2023

The city’s first homeless sweep under the Johnston administration will happen on Friday, August 4, at an encampment in Denver’s Five Points neighborhood.

Mayor Mike Johnston sits on stage with his hand on his chin as he listens to questions from the audience.

Mayor Johnston’s Town Hall Series Continues After Emotional First Event in Five Points

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 1, 2023

Denver’s new mayor plans to continue his town hall series on homelessness tonight with a public meeting at the Denver Dream Center on Curtis Street.

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Capitol Hill Residents Say Cornerstone Apartments Needs a Lesson in Responsibility

Capitol Hill Residents Say Cornerstone Apartments Needs a Lesson in Responsibility

By Catie CheshireJuly 31, 2023

When the company started managing another apartment building this spring, tenants lost their homes.

Mayor Mike Johnston declares an emergency to tackle the issue of homelessness in Denver.

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless Houses Resources for Denver’s Emergency Mission

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 31, 2023

Having led HOST and now head of CCH, Britta Fisher is a natural bridge between the city and the nonprofit that Denver has relied on heavily to help with housing and services for the homeless population.

Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman talks to residents at town hall in July.

Aurora Mayoral Candidates Talk About Possibly Having “Strong Mayor” System

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 28, 2023

Colorado’s third biggest city is flirting with the idea of following in Denver, Pueblo and Colorado Springs’ footsteps with a “strong mayor” system.

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A photo of a book on immigration law.

Boulder Holding Event to Help Immigrants With Questions About Immigration Law

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 27, 2023

The City of Boulder is teaming up with the University of Colorado Law School to help local immigrants better understand immigration law.

Mayor Mike Johnston talks to the press about his plan to shelter 1,000 people by 2024.

Mayor Mike Johnston Looking to Nonprofits, Converted Hotels and Commercial Buildings for Homeless Housing

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 25, 2023

Denver’s new mayor gave his first big update on how he plans to shelter 1,000 more individuals by 2024.

Nael Welday from Angola waves three American flags at a citizenship ceremony that took place at the Children's Museum of Denver on Thursday, July 20.

Kids From Around the World Sworn In as American Citizens at Children’s Museum

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 24, 2023

For the second year in a row, the Children’s Museum of Denver held a U.S. citizenship event on July 20 for kids looking to become Americans through their parents.

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Boebert Beat: It’s Banning Books That’s “Gross and Wrong”

Boebert Beat: It’s Banning Books That’s “Gross and Wrong”

By Teague BohlenJuly 18, 2023

In her amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, the Colorado congresswoman suggested banning the purchase of “pornographic books.”

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