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Analysis: Trump’s Raised Fist Is a Go-To Gesture With a Long History of Different Meanings

By Roger J. KreuzJuly 14, 2024

In addition to the former president, the raised fist has been used by fascists, socialists, communists, Black Power advocates and even golfer Tiger Woods.

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Reader: A Lot of Copy/Paste People Walking Around Denver, for Sure

By Westword ReadersJuly 14, 2024

Pollsters found that 72 percent of people in Denver had hiked, biked, skied or recreated in the mountains in the last twelve months.

A sunrise at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

More on That Red Rocks UFO Sighting…and the Lack of Photographs

By Patricia CalhounJuly 10, 2024

“I’m not saying it was aliens. It could have been the government. That’s why I reached out to MUFON.”

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Attention, Scofflaws: DPD Will Restore Traffic Stops for Expired Plates…Temporarily

By Patricia CalhounJuly 8, 2024

The department will be “temporarily, and partially, suspending its policy regarding low-level traffic stops.”

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Reader: Bar Bar Was Always an Adventure, and the Best Dive Ever!

By Westword ReadersJuly 7, 2024

While the Carioca Cafe is closed because of fire damage, memories continue to flow.

alien and ufo at Red Rocks amphitheatre

Reader: Fans Will Travel Quite a Distance to See a Concert at Red Rocks

By Westword ReadersJuly 7, 2024

Twelve employees claim they spotted a UFO over the famous venue, but skeptics want to see the pictures.

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Reader: Lakeside Is Our Legit Old-School Location, but It’s a Dump

By Westword ReadersJuly 6, 2024

While some of the rides don’t work, you can always take a trip down memory lane.

photo of fireworks store.

Reader: Let’s Celebrate While We Still Can!

By Westword ReadersJuly 4, 2024

Fireworks are illegal in Denver, but citing people who set them off is a low priority for the police.

Coor Field in downtown Denver, home of the Colorado Rockies

Analysis: Fireworks Sales Have Dropped Back to Earth After Years of Explosive Growth. Why?

By Jay L. ZagorskyJune 30, 2024

Sales skyrocketed during the pandemic.

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Reader: Denver Is Jam-Packed With So-So Pizza, and a Few Good Ones

By Westword ReadersJune 30, 2024

Marco’s Coal Fired just made the 50 Top Pizza guide, a prestigious list that’s like Italy’s Michelin Guide for pizza.

Man behind original mascot watches other Rocky.

Reader: Rocky Is an Integral Part of the Nuggets Experience

By Westword ReadersJune 30, 2024

“As a mascot performer for KSE properties, you will be considered a world-class performer and ambassador for our sport property.”

Analysis: Picking Apart the Myth of Picky Colorado Women

Analysis: Picking Apart the Myth of Picky Colorado Women

By Anna CohenJune 29, 2024

What the study fails to consider is the negative experiences of dating in Denver/Colorado as a whole.

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Presidential Debate in the Rough

Presidential Debate in the Rough

By Patricia CalhounJune 28, 2024

“Hey, baby, you must have been something before electricity.”

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Hey, Denver, Some of Us Bike to Work Every Day. Where’s Our Holiday?

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 26, 2024

Today is Bike to Work Day. But what about bike commuters who put up with the challenges every day?

Two psychedelic psilocybin mushrooms with golden caps on a plate

Analysis: Calls to U.S. Poison Centers Spiked After Mushrooms Decriminalized

By Christopher P. Holstege and Rita FarahJune 23, 2024

During the ten-year period in this study, the National Poison Data System logged 4,055 psilocybin-involved exposures among young people ages 13 to 25.

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Reader: What Will I Do Without Enzo’s End? Best Pizza in Denver!

By Westword ReadersJune 23, 2024

Owner Charlie Puma is ready to retire, and will close his joint on East Colfax Avenue by the end of the month.

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Analysis: Call for Social Media Warning Labels Underscores Concerns for Teen Mental Health

By Emily HemendingerJune 23, 2024

The surgeon general cited research showing that teens who use more than three hours of social media a day face double the risk of mental health problems.

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Reader: Rolling Stones Prove That Time Truly Waits for Some People

By Westword ReadersJune 22, 2024

The joint was jumping even before Widespread Panic Fans started spraying Chilly Water.

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Reader: A Free High School With Free Daycare Is Great for People Who Need It

By Westword ReadersJune 22, 2024

The Goodwill Excel Center will open in Aurora in August.

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If These Walls Could Talk, They’d Be Cheering an El Chapultepec Deal

By Patricia CalhounJune 19, 2024

“The demonstration of collaboration…it is what Denver is about as a city. Progress is going to occur, but we can’t forget where we are and where we come from.”

man standing next to a motorcycle holding a tray of hot dogs

Franks for the Memories: Biker Jim Is Moving On

By Jason SheehanJune 18, 2024

I knew Jim Pittenger back in the day. And back in the day before the day, too. I was there when he rolled out his first cart on the 16th Street Mall and freaked out the whole city with his elk sausages and ostrich dogs.

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A sunrise at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Asked and Answered: Where Would You Take Someone You Love Who’s Visiting Denver?

By Westword ReadersJune 16, 2024

There’s a lot to love in the Mile High City, but Red Rocks is the must-see destination.

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