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A person in a purple t-rex costume waves a flag as protesters walk down a street in downtown denver

No Kings events around Colorado this weekend: What to know

By Thomas MitchellJune 11, 2026

Over 250 gatherings are planned around the country, including nine in Colorado.

ICE processing facility in Aurora

GEO Group sues over new Colorado law requiring immigration detention center safety inspections

By Sara Wilson, Colorado NewslineJune 10, 2026

“There are disturbing reports about unhealthy living conditions at for-profit detention camps like the GEO facility in Aurora.”

Aztlan pool

Denver pulls plug on rec center pool leaking thousands of gallons a day

By Sage KelleyJune 9, 2026

“We understand this news will be disappointing for the many families, children and residents across Northwest Denver who rely on the pool each summer.”

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City Park bandstand set for rebuild after fire in March

By Sage KelleyJune 8, 2026

The nearly 100-year-old staple burned down in March.

Key Lime Air airplane takes off out of Denver International Airport

Denver City Council preparing to boot businesses that don’t comply with local laws, like immigration enforcement

By Thomas MitchellJune 6, 2026

Reports surfaced last year that Key Lime, a Colorado-based airline, had flown ICE detainees across the country.

Left: Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser speaks on April 16, 2024 at Denver International Airport. Right: U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet of Colorado speaks during a town hall in Greeley on March 18, 2025. (Photos by

Bennet, Weiser debate ahead of Colorado Democratic primary for governor

By Chase Woodruff, Colorado NewslineJune 5, 2026

Weiser blasted “cynical” attacks by Bennet campaign as June 30 primary approaches.

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Hasan Piker sits on a panel during a political conference

Can Hasan Piker help leftists unseat Colorado’s establishment Democrats?

By Hannah MetzgerJune 5, 2026

The socialist streamer — known as the Joe Rogan of the left — is coming to Denver to rally with local progressive candidates.

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Colorado’s Republican candidates for governor square off in first full debate

By Chase Woodruff, Colorado NewslineJune 3, 2026

Barb Kirkmeyer and Scott Bottoms blasted ministry leader Victor Marx as “unfit” and “corrupt.”

A homeless encampment sweep in denver

Denver says homelessness is down historically… Some disagree

By Sage KelleyJune 2, 2026

Locals are skeptical of the Point in Time count’s accuracy.

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Democrat Evan Munsing drops out of Colorado​ race for GOP Rep. Evans’ seat

By Chase Woodruff, Colorado NewslineMay 28, 2026

The Democratic primary field in Colorado’s most competitive congressional district shrank again on Wednesday.

Denver Parks & Rec calls off survey after Montbello shooting

Denver Parks & Rec calls off survey after Montbello shooting

By Sage KelleyMay 27, 2026

The strategic planning survey was supposed to go live today; the city also called off a stretch of open houses.

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An initiative to do practically nothing submits signatures for Colorado ballot

By Hannah MetzgerMay 27, 2026

Voters will consider at least five other ballot questions with big implications.

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One week before prison release, Tina Peters shows how remorseful she is

By Thomas MitchellMay 22, 2026

“They are attacking the governor for showing mercy, and they have put a bullseye on a 70-year-old, nonviolent, first-time offender.”

A man in a down jacket with the Colorado logo.

Colorado Democrats vote to censure Polis over Tina Peters commutation

By Chase Woodruff, Colorado NewslineMay 21, 2026

Some party members have called for impeachment.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert stands next to president donald trump, behind his desk in the oval office.

Donald Trump keeps shitting on Colorado Republicans (and they keep taking it)

By Hannah MetzgerMay 21, 2026

Trump called Lauren Boebert a weak-minded carpetbagger. She’s still singing his praises.

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Mike Johnston homelessness

Denver mayor boasts historical homelessness decline

By Sage KelleyMay 20, 2026

Johnston called it the “largest drop in any city in American history.”

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Tina Peters will be released from Colorado prison June 1. Where will she go?

By Lindsey Toomer, Colorado NewslineMay 20, 2026

A parole board must approve conditions for the election denier before she is released.

a fence and banner announce the beginning of construction and the closure of portions at Governor's Park

Denver Parks & Rec has big hopes for Cap Hill

By Thomas MitchellMay 19, 2026

Plans include an amphitheater, movie lawn and 75-foot slide at Gov’s Park, and renovations at a smaller park nearby.

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Governor Jared Polis Grants Clemency to Tina Peters

By Patricia CalhounMay 15, 2026

The former Mesa County Clerk was convicted of a security breach in her own office. Now, her sentence has been cut in half.

A Rio Grande Motor Way bus drives by the Colorado State Capitol in the 1920s or '30s.

Historic Denver Bus Depots Headed Toward Landmark Designation

By Thomas MitchellMay 15, 2026

The Federal Garage Buildings have a rich history and potential for the future, according to preservationists.

protesters at colorado state capitol

AI, Guns and ICE: 10 Bills Passed by Colorado Lawmakers That You Should Know About

By Hannah MetzgerMay 14, 2026

Legislators voted on over 600 bills this year.

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Republican Candidates Sue to Block Unaffiliated Voters From Participating in June Primary

Republican Candidates Sue to Block Unaffiliated Voters From Participating in June Primary

By Lindsey Toomer, Colorado NewslineMay 13, 2026

More than half of Colorado’s registered voters are unaffiliated.

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