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How RTD Plans to Keep Public Transit Safe and Operational During Protests

By Catie CheshireJuly 2, 2025

During the No Kings protest on June 14, RTD shut down public transit at Union Station. Here’s how the agency will handle future demonstrations in Denver.

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After Mike Lindell Trial, Joe Oltmann Remains Undaunted

By Brendan Joel KelleyJuly 2, 2025

The star witness of the Mike Lindell trial says the jury believed him, and he isn’t worried about pending court actions.

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Denver Plan to Eliminate Minimum Parking Requirements Advances to Final Vote

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 2, 2025

Apartment buildings in most Denver neighborhoods have to provide one parking space per unit. That could change in August.

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Disabled Denver Homeowner Frustrated With Sidewalk Fee, Busted Concrete

By Catie CheshireJuly 1, 2025

The city started charging homeowners fees for sidewalk maintenance in January, but repairs don’t start until this month.

Denver Police Implement Sexual Assault Response Reforms After Victim Pushes for More

Denver Police Implement Sexual Assault Response Reforms After Victim Pushes for More

By Michael RobertsJuly 1, 2025

Officers are now required to watch a video outlining the Start by Believing campaign and encouraged to sign an affidavit of support for its goals, among other updates.

A man speaks.

Lawsuit Halts Governor Orders to Help ICE, Polis Hints at More to Come

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 27, 2025

“I hope we hear from Governor Polis soon that he will not direct any state employees to comply with this subpoena.”

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Colorado Postal Worker Connected to Ballot Fraud Sentenced

By Brendan Joel KelleyJune 26, 2025

Vicki Stuart pleaded guilty to charges of identity theft and forgery

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Douglas County Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Home Rule Proposal

By Brendan Joel KelleyJune 25, 2025

The County commissioners’ power grab attempt looks to be going down in flames, and some of them are adding gas to the fire.

"Fuck ICE"

Hacked Denver Traffic Boards Tell Drivers “Bring the Heat Fuck ICE”

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 23, 2025

“I know Denver is holding firm, but this was another f-word altogether.”

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How Clinton and Obama Helped Build Trump’s Mass Deportation Machine

By Stephen LemonsJune 23, 2025

Donald Trump didn’t invent racist immigration policy. For decades, both major parties built the system he’s now weaponizing.

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The History of Juneteenth in Denver

By Teague BohlenJune 19, 2025

Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, but Five Points was celebrating it seventy years before that.

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Douglas County Could Become Colorado’s Third Home Rule County

By Brendan Joel KelleyJune 17, 2025

On June 24, DougCo residents will vote on whether to form a Home Rule Charter Commission…and also elect members of that commission.

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Denver’s No Kings Went From Peaceful to Testy as Night Hit

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 16, 2025

As with other protests, questions linger about cops using excessive force on protesters who kept marching through the night.

woman holds orange trump baby balloon at protest

Denver, Colorado “No Kings” Protest: Updates From Capitol and Downtown

By Thomas MitchellJune 14, 2025

Thousands of people showed up for Denver’s No Kings rally, with action continuing long into the night. Three dozen people were arrested.

Crowd of anti-ICE protesters on steps of Denver capitol

No Kings Rally in Denver: When, Where, What to Know

By Thomas MitchellJune 14, 2025

The No Kings rally in Denver is part of a “mass protest” against the Trump administration around the country, with smaller events taking place across Colorado.

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Two homeless residents sit in their tent in Denver.

Denver Claims Street Homelessness is Halfway Solved. Is It?

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 13, 2025

With new data in hand, Mayor Johnston claimed he’s halfway to solving street homelessness in Denver. We talked to a critic, partner and colleague to see what they think.

Over a Dozen Candidates Emerge in Colorado’s Most Competitive Congressional Districts

Over a Dozen Candidates Emerge in Colorado’s Most Competitive Congressional Districts

By Hannah MetzgerJune 13, 2025

These districts could help decide which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives after the 2026 election.

“Not Your Grandmother’s Postal Service.” USPS Leveling Up In Colorado

“Not Your Grandmother’s Postal Service.” USPS Leveling Up In Colorado

By Catie CheshireJune 12, 2025

Colorado now has over 1,800 new mail trucks on the roads, including exclusive vehicles with all-wheel drive – and a sweet look reminiscent of the Mighty Ducks cartoon.

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How Denver Plans to Solve the City’s Neglected Building Problem

By Catie CheshireJune 11, 2025

In 2024 alone, Denver added 160 buildings to the city’s neglected and derelict building list.

Protesters face off with police.

Denver’s ICE Out! Protest Spills Into Streets, Clashes With Police

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 11, 2025

As the night went on, altercations with law enforcement increased.

A lawyer holds up papers.

Governor Polis Sued for Allegedly Telling State Employees to Comply With ICE

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 10, 2025

“The Governor’s actions will directly implicate state employees in breaking a law he signed. State agency employees cannot disclose or make accessible personal identifying information.”

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man and woman hug

Governor Joins Over 500 Others in Boulder to Support Victims of Anti-Semitic Attack

By Evan SemonJune 4, 2025

The ceremony was intended to “stand against hate” and embrace unity, according to Polis’s office.

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