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Hookah Lounges Fighting to Remain in Denver

Hookah Lounges Fighting to Remain in Denver

Denver Unveils Inclusionary Zoning Policy Proposal

Denver Unveils Inclusionary Zoning Policy Proposal

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Valentes Corleons Fighting Denver's Attempts to Close Beta

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Oct 12, 2021

The nightclub is fighting the city on two fronts, with complaints from the DPD and Excise and Licenses.
Good Night Goose: Animal Advocates' Lawsuit Dismissed After Data Dump, Fee Deal

By Catie Cheshire
Oct 11, 2021

Denver culled — make that killed — more than 2,000 birds. But it could have been worse, court documents reveal.
City of Denver Could Close Beta Nightclub After This Weekend

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Oct 8, 2021

The city filed to have the club declared a public nuisance. That's in addition to a show-case order it faces for alleged liquor-license violations; a hearing is set for October 18.
Denver City Council Could Consider More Mushroom Decriminalization

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Oct 8, 2021

A city panel that studied the effects of Initiative 301 will recommend that the gifting and communal use of mushrooms be decriminalized.
Denver Hookah Lounges Could Be Exempted From Flavored-Tobacco Ban

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Oct 7, 2021

A council committee postponed a vote on the proposed flavor ban while members explore possible exemptions.
Denver Council Committee Approves $400 Bonus for Vaccinated, Exempt City Employees

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Oct 6, 2021

Even those with religious exemptions will get $400.
Cops Working Undercover and Off-Duty Blew the Whistle on Beta

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Oct 5, 2021

The club was once an international sensation. Now Denver cops want it declared a public nuisance.
Denver City Council Will Vote on Flavored Tobacco, Vape Juice Ban

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Oct 5, 2021

Under a proposal that would be voted on this month, only tobacco-flavored products would be allowed.
Why It Could Take 400 Years to Fix Denver's Sidewalk Problems

By Michael Roberts
Sep 24, 2021

Events starting today will highlight Denver's substandard sidewalks.
Fore! Auditor Tees Off on Denver Municipal Golf Program

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Sep 22, 2021

Auditor Tim O'Brien complained about the lack of a strategic plan.
Denver City Council Questioning Scope of Street Enforcement Team

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Sep 19, 2021

Denver City Council members are questioning the scope of the new team.
Mayor Hancock Unveils $1.49 Billion General Fund Budget for 2022

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Sep 15, 2021

The budget level is moving back to pre-pandemic numbers.
Should a Denver Employee With a Religious Exemption Get a $400 Vaccination Reward?

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Sep 15, 2021

What would Jesus do?
No More Bull: Opposition to National Western Center Bond Projects Kicks Off Campaign

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Sep 9, 2021

Voters will have the ultimate say in determining whether the city can borrow $160 million for a new arena.
City of Denver Temporarily Closing Civic Center Park

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Sep 7, 2021

The city cites increased crime as a reason for shutting down the park.
Denver Animal Protection Officers Help Pets As Well As People

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Sep 1, 2021

"Our main focus is protecting people from animals and animals from people."
Denver City Council Sends National Western Arena Bond Items to Ballot

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Aug 24, 2021

The mayor's proposed $160 million arena moves to the November ballot.
Park Hill Residents Sue Denver Over Safe-Camping Sites

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Aug 19, 2021

The lawsuit comes after months of arguments and appeals.
COVID Divide in Colorado Widens With New Health Orders

By Michael Roberts
Aug 18, 2021

Denver-area agencies have imposed new orders.
Denver Councilmembers Pushing End to Flavored Tobacco Sales

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Aug 18, 2021

It started with a call from the principal.

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