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Great Western Building Systems Steels Itself: Lawsuit Alleges It Takes Money, Doesn't Deliver

By Catie Cheshire
Feb 1, 2023

The company is like IKEA for steel buildings, but customers like plaintiff Kristian Sievert say it doesn't deliver.
The Gig Is Up: Colorado Lawmakers Introduce Bill Regulating Rideshare Companies

By Catie Cheshire
Jan 31, 2023

Would you want to know how much your Uber driver is getting paid?
Tell the PUC Why Your Utility Bill Has You Losing Your Cool

By Catie Cheshire
Jan 30, 2023

The commissioners are listening, although they might not be able to do much.
Denver-Based Apps Aim to Help Multiracial Families Navigate the World

By Teague Bohlen
Jan 30, 2023

Samahra and Samahra(Rise) float ideas of multicultural identity to help parents help their kids.
John Eastman Hasn't Sued CU (Yet), but He Faces Plenty of Court Dates

By Patricia Calhoun
Jan 30, 2023

CU was quick to jettison Eastman following the January 6 Insurrection, and although he hasn't sued (yet), he's the subject of several legal actions.
Report: Most People Experiencing Homelessness in Denver Are Not From Out of State

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh
Jan 27, 2023

A new report shows the vast majority of homeless individuals in Denver metro have lived in a home here first.
Michael Roberts on Leaving Westword

By Michael Roberts
Jan 27, 2023

The timing seems right. And I feel very grateful.
Can't Afford Your Xcel Bill? The Public Utilities Commission Is (Sort of) on the Case

By Catie Cheshire
Jan 26, 2023

But the commission can't do much in the short term.
U.S. Supreme Court Will Hear Colorado Social Media Stalking Case Involving Musician

By Kyle Wagner
Jan 25, 2023

What constitutes a "true threat"?
State's New Plan to Reduce Traffic Deaths Sounds a Lot Like Denver's Vision Zero

By Catie Cheshire
Jan 25, 2023

CDOT's plan shares many similarities with Denver's Vision Zero.
USA Cycling Names Bentonville, Arkansas, the New 'Home of the U.S. National Mountain Bike Team'

By Helen Xu
Jan 24, 2023

USA Cycling, which has been headquartered in Colorado Springs since 1995, announced that Bentonville would become the new official “Home of the U.S. National Mountain Bike Team.”
Inspector General Rules That Former Interior Secretary Bernhardt's Alleged Conflict of Interest Was A-Okay

By Catie Cheshire
Jan 23, 2023

Just because it was legal doesn't make it right, according to the Center for Western Priorities.
Xtra Cash From Xcel: What to Do With the $17 the Utility Plans to Save You in February

By Catie Cheshire
Jan 20, 2023

The benevolent energy company is adjusting natural gas costs to save you money.
Voice Media Group, Westword Hiring a Social Media Editor

By Chelsey Dequaine-Jerabek
Jan 19, 2023

Passionate about local journalism, Denver, and reaching new audiences? Love TikTok and creating content? Join our team.
Denver Cop Flattens Vet in Video That's Spurred a Lawsuit

By Michael Roberts
Jan 17, 2023

Ron Jensen is a 62-year-old veteran.
DNVR Takes Legal Action Against 104.3 The Fan/Denver Sports Brand

By Michael Roberts
Jan 17, 2023

The complaint alleges trademark infringement.
Xcruciating Xcel Watch, Part 2: Westword Readers Report Average $140 Increase in Bills

By Catie Cheshire
Jan 16, 2023

Some are deciding between groceries and the gas bill.
Leland Kritt's Mission to Deregulate Downtown Denver Short-Term Rentals

By Michael Roberts
Jan 16, 2023

Leland Kritt is known for speaking his mind.
Kratom Dispensaries Getting Closer to Reality in Colorado

By Michael Roberts
Jan 13, 2023

A new study lays out regulatory guidelines.
Westernaires Could Lasso Twenty More Acres of the Jefferson County Fairgrounds

By Catie Cheshire
Jan 13, 2023

Around twenty acres of the Jefferson County Fairgrounds could soon belong to the Westernaires, but some residents are calling bull.