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Colorado Prisoner Lawsuit Argues That DOC Actions Violate Anti-Slavery Amendment

By Michael RobertsDecember 24, 2024

Any inmate forced to work in Colorado can join the case, which could have ripple effects across the country.

New Denver District Attorney Secures Annual Raises Before Taking Office

New Denver District Attorney Secures Annual Raises Before Taking Office

By Catie CheshireDecember 23, 2024

“It would not have been my choice to come before you for the first time asking for a salary increase, but that’s what the law requires…”

Woman waves at crowd

Denver DA Won’t File Charges Against Griswold for Voting System Passwords Leak

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 20, 2024

There will likely be no criminal consequences for anyone involved in the leak of Colorado’s voting system passwords.

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What Will the Average Denver Rent of $1,600 Per Month Land You?

By Catie CheshireDecember 20, 2024

Rent in Denver is down by about 4.4 percent since last year, according to apartments.com, but how many units are really available for a decent price?

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Poll: Most Colorado Voters Have an “Unfavorable” View of Donald Trump, Elon Musk

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 20, 2024

Governor Jared Polis is the only politician viewed positively by a majority of respondents, according to the survey.

Campers eat at a picnic table near an RV

Colorado State Park Campsite Upgrades Include Boyd Lake, Five Others

By Catie CheshireDecember 19, 2024

Two parks near Denver received major camping improvements in 2024, along with three more state parks.

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Barth Hotel Assisted Living to Close After Over 40 Years in Downtown Denver

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 16, 2024

Ownership says the 142-year-old building needs up to $10 million in repairs and improvements.

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Reader: Operation Aurora Can’t Come Fast Enough

By Westword ReadersDecember 15, 2024

Two years ago today, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced a state of emergency over the flood of migrants. Now Donald Trump is preparing to deport them.

Denver’s Next District Attorney Hasn’t Been Sworn in Yet, but He Wants a Raise

Denver’s Next District Attorney Hasn’t Been Sworn in Yet, but He Wants a Raise

By Catie CheshireDecember 13, 2024

“It feels a little bit awkward sitting here when I’m thinking about other resources that our agencies need.”

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A migrant takes a packaged meal from SAME Cafe.

Denver Nears Two-Year Anniversary of Migrant Crisis

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 13, 2024

December 15 marks two years since Denver declared an emergency after being overwhelmed by migrant arrivals. Here’s how local leaders have approached it.

A house is between tall apartments.

The Little Tenny That Could: Holdout House Awarded Historic Landmark Status

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 11, 2024

Denver City Council voted to preserve the alley house at 4450 Tennyson Street, nicknamed “Little Tenny,” as a historic landmark.

Pitbull sitting in the sun.

Pit Bull Owners, Dog Advocates Celebrate End of Aurora’s Breed Ban

By Chloe RagsdaleDecember 11, 2024

Enacted in 2005, Aurora’s pit bull ban faced back-and-forth discourse between the city council and voters for years.

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Investigation Finds Jena Griswold and Her Office Violated State Security Protocols, Resulting in Password Leak

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 9, 2024

A separate investigation by the Denver District Attorney’s Office is still underway.

A man listens in a crowd.

Denver Officials Prepare Immigrants for New Trump Administration

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 9, 2024

They promised not to work with ICE and told immigrants to renew DACA, apply for citizenship right away.

Destroyed house with warning signs

Denver’s Problem Properties Are Stuck in a “Doom Loop” – and This Councilmember Has a Plan to Fix Them

By Catie CheshireDecember 9, 2024

Hundreds of city employees can be involved in trying to eliminate challenges at just one problem property.

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Bluesky Isn’t the “New Twitter,” but Its Resemblance to the Old One Is Drawing Millions of Users

By Casey FieslerDecember 7, 2024

“Despite my optimism for the continued growth of Bluesky, I don’t think there will ever be a ‘new Twitter.'”

A small plane flies through the sky dragging a banner that reads "Mike Johnston [hearts] crime."

Denver Mayor Faces Aerial Attack Ad, Recall Effort Over Migrant Policy

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 5, 2024

A sky banner declaring “MIKE JOHNSTON ❤️ CRIME” flew over the Mile High City earlier this week.

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Denver Flavored Tobacco Opponents Let Kids Speak on Dangers

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 3, 2024

High-schoolers spoke in support of a flavored tobacco ban ahead of a public hearing.

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Jared Polis and Joe Biden

Jared Polis Criticizes Biden for Pardoning His Son: “No One Is Above the Law”

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 2, 2024

It’s the second time in three weeks that the governor has bucked his party. Responses from Colorado Democrats have been mixed.

Assistant Majority Leader Jennifer Bacon (left) and Majority Leader Monica Duran (right) applaud the opening day of the 2023 legislative session.

The Colorado Legislature Will Be Majority Women Next Year…Again

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 27, 2024

The first time this happened, it lasted only three weeks.

Man address luncheon crowd

Colorado GOP Alleges Decades of Election Fraud Conspiracies…as Party Boasts Republican Wins

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 27, 2024

The Republican Party’s luncheon featured talks of election rigging, political hangings and FBI brainwashing.

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Refugee Thanksgiving Offered an Escape From Politics…for Some

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 26, 2024

“We don’t know what the next four years will hold for refugee resettlement. At this point, I think everybody is focused on what we can do today.”

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