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Conor McCormick-Cavanagh

Conor McCormick-Cavanagh is a former staff writer at Westword, where he covered a range of beats, including local politics, immigration and homelessness. He previously worked as a journalist in Tunisia and loves to talk New York sports; he now lives in upstate New York.

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How Soon-to-Be-Freed Rod Blagojevich Passed His Time in Colorado

How Soon-to-Be-Freed Rod Blagojevich Passed His Time in Colorado

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 18, 2020

The former Illinois governor is about to get out of prison.

“Marital Issues” Becoming Go-To Defense in Short-Term Rental Cases

“Marital Issues” Becoming Go-To Defense in Short-Term Rental Cases

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 18, 2020

The “marital issues” defense could be a winner.

Mushroom Advocates Eyeing Boulder As Next Decriminalization Target

Mushroom Advocates Eyeing Boulder As Next Decriminalization Target

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 17, 2020

Mushrooms and other “natural substances” would okay throughout the county.

Denver City Council Considering Further Ban of Plastic (Straws!), Polystyrene

Denver City Council Considering Further Ban of Plastic (Straws!), Polystyrene

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 13, 2020

Kendra Black is leading the charge.

Denver Makes History With First Meeting of Psychedelic Mushroom Panel

Denver Makes History With First Meeting of Psychedelic Mushroom Panel

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 12, 2020

Ordinance 301 called for the creation of a review group.

Colorado Man Enters Sanctuary in Denver Church to Avoid Deportation

Colorado Man Enters Sanctuary in Denver Church to Avoid Deportation

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 11, 2020

Jorge Araiza Ávila entered sanctuary in a Denver church to avoid being deported.

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Trump Administration, ICE Taking Denver to Federal Court Over Subpoena Fight

Trump Administration, ICE Taking Denver to Federal Court Over Subpoena Fight

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 7, 2020

The Trump administration is taking Denver to court over an immigration fight.

Bill With Bipartisan Support Would Increase Law Enforcement Radio Transparency

Bill With Bipartisan Support Would Increase Law Enforcement Radio Transparency

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 7, 2020

The bill seeks to increase media access to encrypted law enforcement radio communications.

Colorado Lawmakers Decline to Repeal Decades-Old Law That Prohibits Plastic Bans

Colorado Lawmakers Decline to Repeal Decades-Old Law That Prohibits Plastic Bans

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 5, 2020

Colorado has prohibited municipalities from enacting plastics bans since 1993.

State Legislature Tries to Weaken Urban Camping Bans

State Legislature Tries to Weaken Urban Camping Bans

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 4, 2020

A new bill would weaken camping bans throughout Colorado.

Rats, Raccoons, Geese and Prairie Dogs: Denver’s Becoming a Zoo!

Rats, Raccoons, Geese and Prairie Dogs: Denver’s Becoming a Zoo!

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 4, 2020

Rats aren’t the only pesky urban animals.

Police Release Photo of Suspect Wanted in Shooting Outside Capitol

Police Release Photo of Suspect Wanted in Shooting Outside Capitol

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 3, 2020

An argument on an RTD bus led to shots being fired near the Capitol.

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Following Emotional Testimony, Senate Appears Set to Approve Death Penalty Repeal

Following Emotional Testimony, Senate Appears Set to Approve Death Penalty Repeal

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 31, 2020

Colorado lawmakers are closing in on repealing the death penalty.

Bill Banning Immigration Arrests at Courthouses Passes Legislative Hurdle

Bill Banning Immigration Arrests at Courthouses Passes Legislative Hurdle

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 30, 2020

Colorado Democrat lawmakers are seeking to prohibit ICE from making courthouse arrests.

Bill Would Prohibit Landlords From Asking About Immigration Status

Bill Would Prohibit Landlords From Asking About Immigration Status

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 29, 2020

A bill that’s making its way through Colorado’s Senate would prohibit landlords from asking about immigration or citizenship status of prospective tenants.

Second Airbnb Operator Surrenders License Over Party, Gunshots

Second Airbnb Operator Surrenders License Over Party, Gunshots

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 28, 2020

Madeline Philley agreed to surrender her license after being accused by city officials of having an Airbnb that harms the welfare of her neighborhood.

Melis Ibisevic Left the Chaos of Bosnia for a Career in Law and Order

Melis Ibisevic Left the Chaos of Bosnia for a Career in Law and Order

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 28, 2020

His father was a cop who was killed in the Bosnian genocide.

Death Penalty Repeal Bill Passes First Legislative Step

Death Penalty Repeal Bill Passes First Legislative Step

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 28, 2020

Colorado would become the 22nd state to abolish the death penalty.

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As Subpoena Fight Escalates, ICE Head Taunts Denver Officials

As Subpoena Fight Escalates, ICE Head Taunts Denver Officials

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 27, 2020

Denver has refused to cooperate with the federal agency.

State Health Officials Prepping for Coronavirus in Colorado

State Health Officials Prepping for Coronavirus in Colorado

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 24, 2020

Although there are no confirmed cases, state health officials are prepping for the arrival of the new coronavirus to Colorado.

Gun Scare in Colorado Leads to Federal Investigation

Gun Scare in Colorado Leads to Federal Investigation

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 23, 2020

The feds are now investigating Sol Pais’s state background check oversight.

ACLU of Colorado Scores Victory for Immigration Attorneys Seeking Files From Feds

ACLU of Colorado Scores Victory for Immigration Attorneys Seeking Files From Feds

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJanuary 22, 2020

Following lengthy litigation, the ACLU of Colorado scored a victory regarding information requests by immigration attorneys.

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