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Chris Hinds to Stay on Denver City Council

Chris Hinds to Stay on Denver City Council

Down Goes CdeBaca, With Darrell Watson Taking Her Council Seat

Down Goes CdeBaca, With Darrell Watson Taking Her Council Seat

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Carlon Manuel Once Lived in His Car; Now He Steers Denver's AID Center

By Benjamin Neufeld
Jun 6, 2023

Carlon Manuel heads the Assessment, Intake and Diversion Center, which consolidates homelessness services in a one-stop shop.
All DMVs in Colorado to Now Offer "Standard Licenses" to Undocumented Residents

By Bennito L. Kelty
Jun 5, 2023

Every DMV office in the state will now offer standard licenses to undocumented residents after an enhancement to Colorado's Road and Community Safety Act.
City: No More Dispensaries in Montbello, but One License in Elyria Swansea Available

By Thomas Mitchell
Jun 3, 2023

Although retail marijuana has helped revitalize parts of Denver, some neighborhoods became saturated with cannabis businesses.
TABOR Father Douglas Bruce's New Crusade and Ongoing Lawsuit

By Michael Roberts
Jun 2, 2023

A fall at the Western Conservative Summit a year ago led to lots of bad feelings.
What Denver Mayoral Candidates Think of Marijuana and Psychedelics

By Thomas Mitchell
May 31, 2023

"This will be uncharted territory for the next mayor...".
Denver Working to Get Swimming Pools Licensed Before Summer Heats Up

By Catie Cheshire
May 31, 2023

The city has identified at least sixty pools that haven't been licensed since the pandemic.
Eagle Feathers, Mexican Flags at Center of High School Graduation Drama

By Bennito L. Kelty
May 30, 2023

High school students in Colorado and Oklahoma have come under attack for donning cultural and religious items with their graduation regalia.
Twenty Questions: Mike Johnston and Kelly Brough on Denver's Hottest Issues

By Patricia Calhoun
May 30, 2023

The two remaining candidates take on everything from homelessness to green chile.
Ninth Recall in Two Months Hits Colorado Marijuana Business

By Thomas Mitchell
May 24, 2023

Green Tree Medicinals in Berthoud is the focus of the thirteenth recall this year.
Governor Jared Polis Signs Colorado Psychedelics Bill

By Thomas Mitchell
May 24, 2023

The new law implements and regulates the psychedelics ballot initiative passed by Colorado voters last November. It will take effect in July.
Jeffco Neighbors' Group Proposes Moratorium on "Amazon-Type" Developments

By Catie Cheshire
May 23, 2023

Jefferson County residents are vying for a moratorium on "Amazon-type warehouse developments" near homes after one project revealed a county-wide problem.
"Earth Monster" Olmec Head Found in Private Colorado Collection Finally Goes Home

By Bennito L. Kelty
May 22, 2023

For over half a century, the stolen "Earth Monster" stone carving was displayed in art collections across the U.S., including a private one in Colorado.
Denver Opens First Affordable Housing Complex for People With Brain Injuries

By Bennito L. Kelty
May 17, 2023

The Mile High City's first-ever housing complex for residents with traumatic brain injuries opened on East Colfax on Wednesday after years of development.
Long-Lost "Earth Monster" Olmec Head Found in Denver, Now Destined for Mexico

By Bennito L. Kelty
May 17, 2023

"It's about to return to its home, from where it should never have been stolen."
Settlement Revealed in 2019 Bonsai Cultivation Contaminated Marijuana Case

By Thomas Mitchell
May 17, 2023

Nearly four years after one of the largest recalls in Colorado history, state regulators released details of the deal that let the company stay in business.
Thanks to TABOR, Some Counties Won't Reap Benefits of Historic Property Values

By Chris Perez
May 17, 2023

Assessments have skyrocketed across the state, but some local governments won't see the tax benefits.
Wax Trax Smacked by Denver Over Noise Complaint

By Michael Roberts
May 13, 2023

Although only one person complained about the store's sidewalk shows, an advisory board reinstated the fine and citation.
How Every Marijuana, Hemp and Psychedelic Bill Fared in 2023

By Thomas Mitchell
May 12, 2023

Before the Colorado Legislature's 2023 session wrapped up earlier this week, lawmakers considered thirteen marijuana, hemp and psychedelic bills. Here's how they all fared.
Denver Opens Emergency Center to Deal With Sudden Wave of Migrants

By Bennito L. Kelty
May 12, 2023

Mayor Michael Hancock activated an emergency center to process the influx of migrants.
Aurora Sets Sights on Creating a South Korean Consulate for Booming Immigrant Community

By Bennito L. Kelty
May 11, 2023

"There are over 40,000 Koreans within the state," says Aurora outreach coordinator Minsoo Song, with many of them living in Colorado's third largest city.

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