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Outside the Circle K in Denver's golden triangle neighborhood

Golden Triangle Seeing Mixed Results With Crime, Homeless Efforts

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 10, 2026

Drones, undercover cops and patrols have reduced crime in the central Denver neighborhood, but residents still worry about sidewalks and homelessness.

windmill and water storage at pinon canyon

The War Next Door: The Fight to Save Piñon Canyon From the Army

By Alan PrendergastApril 9, 2026

After battling the Army’s attempts to expand the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site for decades, two groups were just honored by the state.

Cannabis plants grow under a light during their vegetation stage.

As Colorado Marijuana Tax Revenue Fades, So Do Local Kickbacks

By Thomas MitchellApril 9, 2026

“Look, I’m stunned it lasted this long.”

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Denver to Increase Water Prices Amid Drought. Here’s How It Will Affect You.

By Hannah MetzgerApril 8, 2026

For the first time in over two decades, Denver Water approved the implementation of drought pricing on Wednesday.

The Lakewood Navigation Center in Jefferson County.

Lakewood’s New Homeless Center Learns From Successes, Failures in Denver and Aurora

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 8, 2026

The third-largest city in the metro wants to run its new navigation center differently.

Psilocybin mushrooms grow under a light, surrounded by darkness

Colorado’s First Psilocybin Center Sues Former Staff Over Business “Conspiracy”

By Thomas MitchellApril 8, 2026

It’s a new sector, built on healing and understanding — but a lawsuit says there’s cheating afoot.

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A veo scooter in front of the Denver city and county building

Collision Course: The Fight for Denver’s E-Scooter Contract Is Getting Ugly

By Hannah MetzgerApril 7, 2026

The bitter battle will finally come to an end this month.

The Colorado State Capitol's golden dome shines during the sunset

Colorado Lawmakers Avoid Big Budget Cuts to Education

By Jason Gonzales, Chalkbeat ColoradoApril 7, 2026

Despite an overall shortfall of more than $1.2 billion, the state budget largely spared education.

After Falling for Romance Scam, Colorado Woman Helped Steal Millions From Other Victims

By Hannah MetzgerApril 7, 2026

“Sadly, Ms. Kimball was herself a victim of this malicious scheme, but she then joined those who targeted her.”

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The peabody mansion on Grant Street in Denver

Historic Cap Hill Mansion Turned Into Luxury Apartments, With Homages to Haunted Past

By Cynthia BarnesApril 6, 2026

After putting over $3 million into a long renovation, the owners are ready to welcome living residents.

election ballot box

Democratic States, Including Colorado, Sue Trump Over Mail-In Ballot Order

By Jonathan Shorman, Colorado Newsline April 6, 2026

The order requires the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration to compile a list of voting-age citizens living in each state.

University of Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg drives against a defender

Nonprofit Status of College Athletic Departments Is Raising Questions

By Andrew UrbaczewskiApril 4, 2026

Major athletic departments still operate as tax-exempt nonprofits, but a growing chorus wonders whether this designation should be reevaluated.

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A portrait of the late Courtney Tinker.

Courtney Tinker’s In-Custody Death Lawsuit Latest to Target Jeffco Jail

By Michael RobertsApril 3, 2026

More Jeffco jail cases with a medical theme are on the way, according to the plaintiff’s attorney.

The welcoming sign out front of Denver East High School

Judge Rules East High School Shooting Lawsuit Can Move Forward, Calls DPS Conduct “Baffling”

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoApril 3, 2026

According to the judge, Denver Public Schools “appears to have exhibited a shocking disregard” to risks posed by the shooter.

A man hits a THC vape pen

Colorado Marijuana Recall for Concentrate, Vaporizers Reaches 53 Stores

By Thomas MitchellApril 2, 2026

This is the ninth dispensary recall in 2026.

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Wild Turkeys Run A-Fowl Throughout Denver Area

By Hannah MetzgerApril 2, 2026

Here’s why you may see more of these feathered friends in the coming weeks.

Denver zoo guests watch a sea lion and its trainer perform

Denver Zoo Lawsuit Alleges New Sea Lion Exhibit Was Built Poorly, Suffers From Leaks

By Thomas MitchellApril 1, 2026

The $19 million renovation took almost two years to finish, and the zoo wasn’t pleased with the result.

A woman inspects a hair-styling product as she shops.

Colorado Lawmakers Want Warnings for Cancer-Causing Chemicals in Hair Products

By Hannah MetzgerApril 1, 2026

Women who frequently used chemical hair relaxing products were more than twice as likely to develop uterine cancer, a 2022 study found.

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No Fooling: Denver Street Sweeping Begins April 1

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 1, 2026

Street-sweeping season begins again in Denver today, threatening $50 tickets for vehicles parked in the wrong spot at the wrong time.

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Asher Luzzatto Has Towering Ambitions for Downtown Denver

By Brendan Joel KelleyApril 1, 2026

The developer bought four dead office towers for less than $10 million. He plans to turn them into a housing utopia.

A protester holds a sign opposing conversion therapy

Colorado May Allow Lawsuits Against Conversion Therapy Providers Following Supreme Court Ruling

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 31, 2026

“Now more than ever, we must protect LGBTQ+ Coloradans from the harmful practice that is conversion therapy.”

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The closed apartment building at 1568 Nome Street, Aurora.

Manager of Aurora Apartments That Fueled Gang Rumors Sued by Former Tenants

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 31, 2026

Former tenants worry the landlord is trying to skirt accountability for a building-wide eviction in 2024.

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