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Yadira Caraveo Drops Out of CD8 Race, Cites “Stigmatization of Mental Health”

Yadira Caraveo Drops Out of CD8 Race, Cites “Stigmatization of Mental Health”

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 12, 2025

The former congresswoman was accused of mistreating staff and attempting to take her own life during her first term.

Superior Farms employees gather outside of the City and County Building to advocate against Denver's proposed slaughterhouse ban.

Dozens of Additional City Jobs Were Eliminated in Wave of Denver Layoffs

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 12, 2025

The mayor’s layoff report did not include 71 positions frozen or cut from the city’s independent agencies and government branches.

RVs parked at Flying Saucer RV Park

Flying Saucer RV Park Residents Worry Their Housing Is About to Take Off

By Brendan Joel KelleySeptember 12, 2025

“I don’t know where we would go. And, of course, a lot of the other RV owners don’t know where they would go, either.”

Eric Cartman as Charlie Kirk.

South Park Episode Making Fun of Charlie Kirk Pulled After Fatal Shooting

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 11, 2025

After the conservative activist was killed in Utah, a recent episode where Eric Cartman mimics his mannerisms and talking points was pulled.

Charlie Kirk

Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Fatally Shot Ahead of Colorado Visit

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 10, 2025

Shocking video from a “Prove Me Wrong” event in Utah today shows Kirk being shot through the neck while debating students.

Colorado State Senator Barbara Kirkmeyer

Barb Kirkmeyer Joins Race; 34 People Now Running to Be Governor of Colorado

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 10, 2025

From congressmen and state legislators to football stars and reality show contestants, the candidates are…

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A ballot is submitted to a ballot box

Eight Measures to Appear on Denver’s November Ballot: What to Know

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 9, 2025

Denver residents will soon vote on flavored tobacco sales, election reform and nearly one billion dollars of bonds.

A trex waves the American flag during a march.

Protests in Denver: Hudson ICE Facility, No Kings Part Two

By Thomas Mitchell and OthersSeptember 9, 2025

Find information on protests and demonstrations around town.

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

“Diplomatic Scandal in Denver” Has Mexico Investigating Consulate for Bribery, Sexual Assault

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 8, 2025

Mexican media has been covering a “diplomatic scandal in Denver” as a consul general is accused of bribery and sexual harassment.

Mayor Mike Johnston.

Johnston’s Favorability Dips in Poll as Residents Worry About Housing, Local Businesses

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 8, 2025

Homelessness and affordable housing are the top issues for Denver residents, and Mayor Johnston saw his favorability dip.

Colorado's congressional districts as mapped out in 2021

Potential Colorado Ballot Initiative Proposes Retaliatory Gerrymandering

By Brendan Joel KelleySeptember 5, 2025

Just because Texas and California might do it, does that mean we should, too?

Protesters march and hold signs, one reading "revolution."

Denver Protesters Hit Dog Days of Summer as Attendance Declines

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 5, 2025

Fatigue, life and organizational messaging could be behind lower turnouts at anti-Trump protests, but activists hope the trend won’t last long.

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A woman vaping

Should Denver Ban Flavored Tobacco and Nicotine Products?

By Brendan Joel KelleySeptember 4, 2025

There are just nine weeks left before Denver voters decide if flavored vapes, Zyn pouches and menthol cigarettes stay on retail shelves.

An Airman assigned to the 379th Space Range Squadron operates a spectrum analyzer during exercise Resolute Space 2025 in Colorado Springs, Colo., July 29, 2025.

Trump Expected to Move Space Command From Colorado to Alabama

By Brendan Joel KelleySeptember 2, 2025

The president is expected to make the announcement at noon today.

Minsoo Song holds up a South Korean flag in the Aurora Municipal center.

Aurora in Contention for New South Korean Consulate

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 2, 2025

There are nearly 2,500 South Korean immigrants and over 330 Korean-owned businesses in Aurora, according to federal and local statistics.

People walk with signs.

Denver “Workers Over Billionaires” Labor Day Protest: What to Know

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 1, 2025

Here’s what you need to know before going to the Workers Over Billionaires Labor Day protest on Monday, September 1.

Professor Paisley Rekdal

Air Force Academy Canceled Lecturer for Critical Trump Posts

By Brendan Joel KelleyAugust 28, 2025

“My suspicion is this is about protecting Donald Trump, and not the presidency.”

Mayor mike Johnson in front of Denver city hall

Ask Me Anything, Says Mayor Mike Johnston. Denver Sure Did.

By Brendan Joel KelleyAugust 27, 2025

We now go to u/Ask_me_who_ligma_is and u/SmoothBrainMillenial for more as 700 questions flood in.

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Mayor MIke Johnston

Denver Countersues Trump Administration Over Sanctuary City Threats

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 26, 2025

The DOJ’s lawsuit also seeks to undo a 2017 declaration stating that Denver is a “safe and welcoming city for all,” even though it didn’t do anything but create a slogan.

Colorado lawmakers in special session

Colorado Legislature Passes Bill to Fund Medicaid Reimbursements for Planned Parenthood

By Delilah Brumer, Colorado NewslineAugust 25, 2025

“We are in the midst of a health care access disaster that began [when the federal law] was signed.”

Two guys talk on stage.

Colorado Congressmen Hold Town Hall in Aurora, Talk ICE Size and Trump Tactics

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 23, 2025

“It actually has a bigger budget than the United States Marine Corps.”

Tina Peters' mug shot

Trump Targets Polis and Mail-In Voting in Latest Rant, Demands Release of Tina Peters

By Brendan Joel KelleyAugust 21, 2025

The president promised “harsh measures” for “Crooked Colorado politicians” in a social media rant.

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