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Lakewood Commission Approves Controversial Belmar Park Apartments

By Catie Cheshire

May 8, 2025

Citizens have tried almost everything to cancel the 411-unit development, but city officials gave the plan further go-ahead this week.

Echoes of Earth: Mother Honors Son’s Legacy Through Shared Photography

By Toni Tresca

Apr 25, 2025

New Lakewood exhibit pairs a late soldier’s photos with ones taken by his mom, exploring grief and connection after suicide.

Denver Dance Tribe Revives the Joy of Movement for Women

By Toni Tresca

Apr 11, 2025

The next dance party is today in Lakewood!

Fans Lined Up for This New Taiwanese-Hawaiian Dessert Shop in Lakewood

By Helen Xu

Mar 6, 2025

TropiTai Delights drew so many fans for a taste of its milk teas and shaved ice that it's on pause while it restocks.

A group of people stands together in an art gallery.

Still Dreaming of You Art Show Returns to Honor 30th Anniversary of Selena's Death

By Toni Tresca

Mar 6, 2025

Celebrate Selena Quintanilla with community events in this tribute to her lasting legacy at CHAC Gallery.

Lakewood Repeals Controversial Citizen Open Space Initiative With New Law

By Catie Cheshire

Feb 26, 2025

Residents petitioned to ban developers from paying fees instead of dedicating parkland, but the proposed language conflicted with state law and quickly led to a lawsuit.

Ten Best Things to Do in Lakewood

By Tim Weighart

Feb 24, 2025

The city is technically one of the youngest in the Denver metro, but it boasts a rich history and culture.

One River North apartment complex behind train track in Denver

Map: Ten Whitest Zip Codes in Denver

By Hannah Metzger

Feb 14, 2025

Denver's racial diversity varies widely based on the area; the white populations of zip codes range from 24 to 88 percent.

City of Lakewood Sued by Developer Over Controversial New Open Space Law

By Catie Cheshire

Jan 13, 2025

Members of Lakewood City Council invited a lawsuit when they passed the law.

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Adelitas Adds Edgewater Location and More

By Molly Martin

Jan 4, 2025

The South Broadway favorite now has an outpost in the former Cochino Tacos space near Edgewater Public Market.

Lakewood Council Acknowledges Open Space Law Is Illegal Before Approval

By Catie Cheshire

Nov 8, 2024

The town's citizen petition rules are a helluva force.

couple poses in front of 1950s gas station

Lakewood Turned an Abandoned Gas Station Into a Window to 1954

By Thomas Mitchell

Oct 9, 2024

It all started in a lot full of junk behind Coors Field. Or in 1926, if we're being thorough.

Lakewood Residents Want Developers to Set Aside Park Spaces With Each Project

By Catie Cheshire

Sep 27, 2024

After a controversial development proposal next to Belmar Park, over 8,000 signatures were gathered for a proposed ordinance demanding new parklands.

A 25 mph speed limit sign against a blue sky.

Lakewood to Consider Reducing Speed Limits in Neighborhoods

By Hannah Metzger

Sep 7, 2024

"I think everybody is on board with a reduction in speed. Where we are right now is, is it 20 or 25?"

A third-degree burn alongside a Amazon listing for the light therapy lamp

Colorado Woman Sues Amazon After Third-Degree Burn From Light Therapy Lamp

By Hannah Metzger

Jul 31, 2024

"It's like a mutating virus. This manufacturer is long gone. [Amazon] has not been helpful one lick."

A German Shepherd poses with a top hat and bow tie next to pigs

Whiskey, the First Dog Mayor of Lakewood, Dies at 9

By Hannah Metzger

Jul 10, 2024

He was a politician, a certified bark-ranger and a dedicated big brother. But most of all, he was a good boy.

Discover Lakewood History and Architecture When You Ride RTD's W Line

By Catie Cheshire

May 23, 2024

Need something to read next time you're on the W Line? Lakewood now has a self-guided historical tour for RTD riders.

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Duo Sets Guinness World Record For Most Eyeball Tattoos

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Casa Bonita Taking Reservations Again

Duo Sets Guinness World Record For Most Eyeball Tattoos

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