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Bennito L. Kelty

Bennito L. Kelty has been a staff writer at Westword since April 2023. Before joining Westword, Bennito worked for publications such as the Columbia Missourian, the St. Louis American, Vox Magazine, the Yuma Sun and the online Tucson Sentinel. He’s received awards from the Arizona Press Club, including first place for Spanish-language feature reporting and second place for social issues reporting. Bennito was a member of the Report for America Corps and is a graduate of the University of Missouri – Columbia.

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Hiker Bryan Scarbeary takes a picture near the summit of Mount Evans after an 18-day hike starting in the city.

Bryan Scarbeary Hiked From His Birthplace to the Top of Mount Evans

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 27, 2023

Bryan Scarbeary wants to climb Everest one day. He started smaller.

hull of submarine

This Submersible Sat at the Bottom of a Colorado Lake for Forty Years

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 26, 2023

Molly Brown isn’t this landlocked state’s only tie to the Titanic.

Tennyson Street continues to change each decade, but the house on 4450 N Tennyson Street has survived more than a century.

Daphne Salone Wants to Save Her Tennyson Street House as a Historic Reminder

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 22, 2023

The owner of a century-old house on Tennyson Street wants to make the building a historic landmark.

A homeless encampment sits next to Interstate 225 and Parker Road, a popular route through Aurora to Denver.

Homeless Encampments Along Aurora’s Highways Reveal Growing Unsheltered Population

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 21, 2023

The city passed a camping ban in 2022.

Gov. Jared Polis talks about the importance of licensing undocumented Colorado drivers to mark ten year anniversary of landmark bill.

All DMVs in Colorado to Now Offer “Standard Licenses” to Undocumented Residents

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 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.

La Raza Park is best recognized by its 45-foot kiosko designed to resemble pyramids from Mexico.

La Raza Park Poised to Become Denver’s Third Historic Cultural District

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 1, 2023

La Raza Park in Denver’s Northside nears the final step to gain a historic cultural designation to honor its Chicano history.

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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. KeltyMay 30, 2023

High school students in Colorado and Oklahoma have come under attack for donning cultural and religious items with their graduation regalia.

Copperhead's team, including captain Luke Quintal in center.

Copperhead Crushing the Competition in BattleBots Tournament

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 24, 2023

The championship match is Thursday, May 25.

Mexico Foreign Secretary Ebrard and Colorado Lt. Gov. Primavera stand in front of the "Earth Monster."

“Earth Monster” Olmec Head Found in Private Colorado Collection Finally Goes Home

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 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.

De'Mykal Johnson and Joseph Whitecalf play video games after school with Aurora's new esports program.

Aurora to Capitalize on Rise of Gaming With Youth Esports Program

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 18, 2023

Aurora is investing in video games with their very own youth esports program, which the city is looking to expand to other places across Colorado.

Jeff Martinez, the president of Brothers Redevelopment, Kate Kerkmans, the CEO of the Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado, and other partners join the ribbon cutting for Valor on the Fax in Denver, Colorado.

Denver Opens First Affordable Housing Complex for People With Brain Injuries

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 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. KeltyMay 17, 2023

“It’s about to return to its home, from where it should never have been stolen.”

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Mayor Michael Hancock speaking to the press in Denver, Colorado about migrants.

Denver Opens Emergency Center to Deal With Sudden Wave of Migrants

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 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

Aurora Sets Sights on Creating a South Korean Consulate for Booming Immigrant Community

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 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.

A group of migrants waiting in line for food at the 5th Street Garage on the Auraria Campus in Denver, Colorado.

Migrants Awaiting Processing Turn Auraria Campus Garage Into Makeshift Shelter

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 10, 2023

Hundreds of migrants – most of them from Venezuela – appeared at the Auraria Campus in Denver this past weekend, surprising officials and activists.

Art Branches Out in La Alma Lincoln Park With “Tree Tales”

Art Branches Out in La Alma Lincoln Park With “Tree Tales”

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 10, 2023

Already known for its murals, this neighborhood is starting a new chapter with young artists.

mural two faces la alma

¿Por Qué La Alma? The Story Behind the Name of Denver’s Oldest Residential Neighborhood

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 10, 2023

Growing up in Denver, residents weren’t allowed to speak Spanish. They didn’t know they were making a grammatical mistake.

Aurora’s Top Officials Still Trying to “Re-Establish Trust” Four Years After Elijah McClain’s Death

Aurora’s Top Officials Still Trying to “Re-Establish Trust” Four Years After Elijah McClain’s Death

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 8, 2023

Aurora’s new heads of police, fire and city manager’s office are still working to reestablish trust and legitimacy after the 2019 death of Elijah McClain.

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A watch device on someone's wrist.

ICE Forcing Immigrants to Wear GPS Devices That Look Like Apple Watches

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 4, 2023

ICE launched a pilot program to track detainees with GPS devices that resemble Apple Watches, prompting an outcry from advocates who see it as intrusive.

A couple holding each other.

Denver Environmental Group Pushes for “Green Dating” on Latino Hookup App Chispa

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 2, 2023

The Colorado-based group GreenLatinos is pushing the idea of “green dating” in hopes of bringing together more eco-friendly people.

A woman who appears to be experiencing pleasure.

Denver Residents Could Earn $1,000 Masturbating as Part of Orgasm Advisory Job

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 28, 2023

The sexual wellness and sex toy brand Lovehoney will be visiting Denver next month for “Masturbation May” to recruit for its new Orgasm advisory board.

Photo of Denver resident and SCD Enrichment supervisor Ja'Brel Dorsett smiling.

How a Homeless Teen Became a Mentor and Supervisor for the Nonprofit That Helped Save His Life

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 27, 2023

Ja’Brel Dorsett says youth leaders with the SCD Enrichment program helped save his life after he became homeless in high school. Now, he works with them.

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