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Governor Joins Over 500 Others in Boulder to Support Victims of Anti-Semitic Attack

By Evan Semon

Jun 4, 2025

The ceremony was intended to "stand against hate" and embrace unity, according to Polis's office.

Easter Meets Earth Day: A Time to Renew Our Commitment to the Land

By Richard Cizik

Apr 20, 2025

"A wise person put it this way: God ain’t fixin’ nothin’ we won’t fix ourselves."

Billboard Should Be Applauded for Raising Awareness of Challenging Time for Jews

By Scott Levin

Dec 21, 2024

It's part of a national campaign by an organization that fights hatred directed at the Jewish community.

A pink billboard reads, “If you think turbulence is scary, try wearing a Jewish star.”

Denver Billboard Part of National Campaign Against Rising Anti-Semitic Incidents

By Hannah Metzger

Dec 13, 2024

But not all of Denver's Jewish community is on board with the sign.

Opinion: Asian Jewish Americans Have a Double Reason to Celebrate Their Heritage in May

By Samira Mehta

May 18, 2024

"Not only do Asian American Jews exist, but we come from a variety of places and come to Judaism in a range of ways."

Jeff Hunt Resigns From Centennial Institute After Starting New KNUS Radio Show

By Michael Roberts

Feb 28, 2024

"To all those who joined in the fight to advance Christian, conservative values — thank you. It's time to saddle up and ride!"

Collections fo tea candles form two stars of David.

Colorado Synagogues Hit With Bomb Threats Amid Surge of Anti-Semitic Incidents

By Hannah Metzger

Dec 20, 2023

A Boulder synagogue leader says receiving bomb threats was a matter of "not if, but when" in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war.

Mother God One of (Too) Many Colorado Cults

By Teague Bohlen

Dec 5, 2023

Love Has Won is getting a lot of attention from the current HBO docuseries, but this state has attracted plenty of other cults.

Pro-Palestine supporters on Wednesday, October 25, outside the Golda Meir House Museum at the Auraria Campus in Denver.

Palestine Supporters Targeting Denver's Golda Meir House With Anti-Israel Protests

By Chris Perez

Oct 27, 2023

Demonstrators have been calling for an end to U.S. aid to Israel, urging Denver colleges to support Palestine and bashing the Golda Meir house.

Rabbi Joseph Black and Imam Muhammad Kolila posing for pictures.

Denver Rabbi and Imam Discuss Community Fears, Safety and Picking Sides in Israel-Hamas War

By Chris Perez

Oct 19, 2023

Denver's Jewish and Muslim communities actually have a lot in common when it comes to local fears related to the Israel-Hamas war.

Regis University President Salvador Aceves speaks during his inauguration on September 22.

Regis Welcomes First Latino President, Earns Hispanic-Serving Institution Designation

By Bennito L. Kelty

Sep 28, 2023

Regis University is looking to invest more into Latino students, who now make up over 25 percent of the undergraduate population.

Colorado Springs Gets Schooled on "Inappropriate Sexual and Violent Content"...in the Bible

By Teague Bohlen

Aug 23, 2023

The Freedom From Religion Foundation took on book-banning conservative activists in Academy School District 20, and won.

After 303 Creative Ruling, Brianna Titone Ready to Act to Keep Colorado Inclusive

By Catie Cheshire

Jul 17, 2023

The Supreme Court's ruling for 303 Creative won't be the last time Coloradans hear of the case — or its effects.

I Had an Abortion: Life Before Roe v. Wade

By Juliet Wittman

Jun 25, 2023

Abortions in the '60s were not easy...or safe.

The debate over what you can wear with graduation regalia has come to the forefront in Colorado this month.

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.

Colorado Christian University Trademarks “Pro-Life U”

By Teague Bohlen

Jan 20, 2023

Names are funny things.

Mayor Asks Catholic Archdiocese for Facility to Shelter Migrants

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh

Dec 31, 2022

Denver urgently needs more space to shelter migrants.

Denver Rescue Mission Removing Discriminatory Language From Employee Handbook

By Conor McCormick-Cavanagh

Nov 21, 2022

Employees had been forbidden from "acting on same sex attraction."

Boebert Watch: Lauren Boebert Named a Political “False Prophet”

By Teague Bohlen

Oct 23, 2022

Faithful America accuses Boebert of abusing the name of Jesus.

Denver Muslims Celebrate as Kadri Becomes First Muslim to Win Stanley Cup

By Catie Cheshire

Jun 30, 2022

Members of Denver's Muslim community are thrilled for the Avs forward.

Religion

Bill Moyers' Legacy Includes Colorado Documentary

Thirtieth Annual Boulder Jewish fesitval

Religion

Bill Moyers' Legacy Includes Colorado Documentary

Thirtieth Annual Boulder Jewish fesitval

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