Abortion Ban Fails to Qualify for Ballot: “Colorado Is Not a Place Where You Can Mess With Our Reproductive Freedom”
On the same day, an abortion rights initiative submitted nearly double the signatures needed for the November election.
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Judge in Rock-Throwing Murder Case Suppresses “Incriminating” Statements, Considers Phone Seizure
Statements made about a defendant’s cellphone have been tossed. The judge is now weighing whether to suppress what’s on it.
Do You Know About the Mole People of Denver? What About Worman?
There’s no use in trying to hide. Artists with the Denver Bureau of Exploration know you’re out there.
City Looking for Housing After Sweep of 138 People at La Alma Encampment
Mayor Mike Johnston said he planned to offer housing when the encampment was at forty people, but it grew too fast.
Denver Deadhead Entrepreneur Jay Bianchi Arrested on Sexual-Assault Charges
Bianchi is being held in a Denver detention center on investigative charges of sexual misconduct.
“It’s Been Years, and I Still Can’t Find a Hash Pen I Trust.”
Manufacturers and extractors are playing a constant game of catch-up.
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Armed in Assembly: Gun Mishaps Stack Up in Colorado Capitol Amid Effort to Ban Firearms From Building
Representative Don Wilson isn’t the first state legislator to forget a loaded gun in the Colorado Capitol.
2024 Colorado Wildfire Outlook Projects Normal Year of 5,500 Fires
High winds and drought could contribute to big fires in the state, and officials emphasize that everyone should be prepared.
Westword Apologizes for “Armed and Dangerous” Cover
Youth violence is an important story. Our illustration failed this story and our community. We apologize, and have a plan to ensure it never happens again.
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Colorado Public Radio CEO Talks Layoffs, Podcast Host Dispute and New Building
Colorado Public Radio has a vision to be the state’s top, free news source. Getting there has created some controversy.
Coda Signature Edibles Not Leaving Colorado After All
The popular edibles maker has a new owner, but the recipe for Coffee & Doughnuts bars and other Coda favorites won’t change.
Homeless Advocates: Mayor’s Plan “Will Come Crumbling Down” Without New Vouchers
Affordable housing advocates believe the end of certain assistance vouchers are a glaring problem for the city’s plans to house another 1,000 people.
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Denver 420 Fest Field Guide
Many traditions still hold, but the annual celebration at Civic Center Park has a fresh crop of visitors every year.
Wana Edibles CEO and Co-Founder Nancy Whiteman Stepping Down
Nancy Whiteman, who took Wana from a Boulder kitchen to a $300 million buyout, says she will step down next month.
Westword Walk-Along With DPD Quickly Leads to Arrest for Felony Menacing, Drug Distribution
What was supposed to be a day of community outreach and holistic anti-crime work turned into an episode of Cops.
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Three More Measures Expected to Join Colorado’s November Ballot
Another fifteen ballot measure proposals are currently collecting petition signatures.
Public Safety Head Grilled by Residents and Citizen Oversight Boardmembers at Meeting
Denver’s Public Safety director went back and forth with members of the public during a recent Citizens Oversight Board event.
Every 4/20 Event in Denver This Year
From the annual gathering at Civic Center Park to cannabis-friendly brunches, here’s every 4/20 event in Denver.
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All Aboard! Bill Aims to Entice Federal Investment in Colorado Passenger Rail
The legislation proposes a fee on rental car use to generate matching funds for $66 billion available in federal funding.
Two Coloradans Sue for Right to Misgender, Deadname Trans People in Legislative Testimonies
“Misgendering is not a crime!” one of the plaintiffs shouted during a committee hearing. “Gender is nothing, it means nothing.”
Ask a Stoner: Legal Limits For Buying Weed
There are laws and punishments, but not much oversight.
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Lauren Boebert’s Son Says He Can’t Find a Lawyer He Can Afford
“We are working to hire an attorney, but it’s just been kind of hard with the prices.”