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Transportation

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A bus stop.

Denver Bus Riders, Advocates Call for Cleaner, Safer RTD Stops

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 23, 2025

Denver has a “pretty darn good” transit system for the disabled, according to Jaime Lewis. The bus stops, however, are “very abysmal.”

The design concept for a recreation center.

New Bike Trail, Major Rec Center Coming to Westwood Neighborhood

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 19, 2025

The $56 million facility will open in 2027, and a $3 million bike trail is coming before that.

A DMV sign outside against a blue sky.

Denver DMVs Rated Among Worst in the U.S.

By Brendan Joel KelleyMay 13, 2025

A new “study” of Google reviews reveals Denver drivers really detest their DMVs.

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Car exhaust pipe with smoke coming out

Colorado Bill Will Likely Double Vehicle Emissions Testing Fees

By Hannah MetzgerMay 13, 2025

The state is expected to increase fees for vehicle titling and registration, as well.

Uber app warning

Colorado Lawmakers “Beg” Governor to Sign Rideshare Safety Bill Despite Threats From Uber

By Hannah MetzgerMay 9, 2025

Uber says it will leave Colorado if the governor doesn’t veto a bill intended to help prevent sexual assaults in rideshares.

Lime scooters parked on curb

Denver May Overhaul E-Scooter Laws: Parking Zones, Sidewalk Detection and Rider Tests

By Hannah MetzgerApril 30, 2025

Council members will hold their first vote on the proposal next week.

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headshots of police captains

Meet RTD’s Finalists for Chief of Transit Police

By Catie CheshireApril 18, 2025

RTD is close to hiring a new chief of police after the dismissal of former police chief Joel Fitzgerald last summer.

Inside denver airport

Denver Airport Among the Busiest in the World

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 14, 2025

DIA came out ahead of Chicago, Istanbul, New Delhi and Shanghai in the new ranking.

A group of four adults riding standing e-scooters in downtown Denver.

Denver Has the Largest Free Lime Ride Program in the World. It Will Soon Be Scaled Back.

By Hannah MetzgerApril 11, 2025

Users will be limited to three free daily rides as the company shifts resources to improve tidiness of bikes and e-scooters.

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Parking sign in Denver

Map: Where to Park Near Colfax During BRT Construction

By Catie CheshireApril 9, 2025

As the iconic Denver street is updated to improve public transit, businesses believe a lack of parking has deterred customers.

man in sweatshirt on bike

Reports of Blocked Bike Lanes “Exploding” in Denver

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 8, 2025

Cars, bins and other obstacles in bike lanes are a risky annoyance, often forcing cyclists to veer into car lanes.

People in front of Union Station

Homeless, Low-Income People Can Ride Lime Bikes for Free in Denver. It Changed One Man’s Life.

By Hannah MetzgerApril 8, 2025

Denver’s Max Cortel rode more early-morning miles on Lime bikes than anyone in the world in 2024 – and he’s not slowing down.

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Denver RTD bus

Using RTD Can Be a Struggle. Some Commuters Endure as Others Give Up.

By Catie CheshireApril 2, 2025

One Denver worker gave up on his light rail commute, while another has made riding the bus work for her.

Man Dies After Being Struck by 16th Street Mall Bus in Downtown Denver

Man Dies After Being Struck by 16th Street Mall Bus in Downtown Denver

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 19, 2025

Jard Davis, a 56-year-old father, worked five blocks from the site of the fatal collision.

Clearing the Smoke After Flight Diverted to Denver Catches Fire

Clearing the Smoke After Flight Diverted to Denver Catches Fire

By Catie CheshireMarch 14, 2025

Crew members allegedly reported “engine vibrations” before the flight made an emergency landing.

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Security TSA line at Denver airport

Denver Airport Prepares for Year’s First Heavy Travel Season

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 13, 2025

Airport officials expect more than 80,000 people will travel through security on several days in March.

bus out in snow

Just the ‘Fax: What We Learned Riding the 15 With Two RTD Directors

By Jason HellerFebruary 19, 2025

Chris Nicholson and Kathleen Chandler joined us for a ride along Denver’s most infamous bus route.

Car Crashes Into Meadowlark Bar Day After Larimer Street Reopens to Vehicle Traffic

Car Crashes Into Meadowlark Bar Day After Larimer Street Reopens to Vehicle Traffic

By Hannah MetzgerFebruary 4, 2025

The crash occurred two blocks from the former pedestrian-only area.

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RTD bus in Denver

Ride RTD for Free on February 4 for Transit Equity Day

By Catie CheshireFebruary 3, 2025

According to RTD, services are now free every year on February 4 to celebrate Rosa Parks’s birthday.

A police officer standing at a car door

Colorado Counties With the Most Speeding Tickets, Ranked

By Jason HellerJanuary 28, 2025

Denver didn’t make the list.

light rail train

Reader: I Used to Rely on RTD to Get to Work…Terrible Idea!

By Westword ReadersJanuary 26, 2025

The public has plenty of concerns about metro Denver’s public transportation system.

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People in front of Union Station

Denver Man Rode Over 4,000 Miles on Lime Scooters and E-Bikes Last Year…in the Morning Alone

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 24, 2025

That’s like biking from Denver to Durango ten times.

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