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Colorado Approved Social Media Warnings Days Before Surgeon General’s Essay

By Hannah MetzgerJune 18, 2024

Starting in 2026, Colorado kids who use a social media platform for over an hour or at certain times will get pop-up warnings.

Abandoned home in Denver

Neglected and Derelict Buildings Sit Idle in Denver

By Chris PerezJune 17, 2024

“Lately, we have seen many owners not taking the steps necessary for maintaining their properties.”

Blue Mountain Estates is just outside Arvada.

Jefferson County Pauses Controversial Trailhead Plans

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 14, 2024

Nearby homeowners said the trailhead’s parking lot would threaten lives during wildfire season, while commissioners wanted more details on the overall plans.

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Mugshot for Tyler Boebert.

Lauren Boebert’s Son Gets a “Very Skilled” Lawyer, Case Continued Yet Again

By Chris PerezJune 13, 2024

Tyler Boebert has finally found a lawyer he can afford – or someone’s footing the bill.

A photo collage showing the Boebert family standing together with a mugshot of Jayson Boebert.

Lauren Boebert’s Ex-Husband Gets Unsupervised Probation, $40 Fine in Plea Deal

By Chris PerezJune 12, 2024

Jayson Boebert had been accused of aggressive altercations by his son and ex-wife, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert.

Dog in open field

Off-Leash Dogs or Native Prairie? Conflict Ensues Over Westminster Open Space.

By Catie CheshireJune 11, 2024

“The volume around the issue had been turned up considerably, and the emotions.”

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City Council Approves $1 Million Contract for Colorado Coalition for the Homeless

City Council Approves $1 Million Contract for Colorado Coalition for the Homeless

By Chris PerezJune 11, 2024

The funding is intended to provide more case management and behavioral health training.

GOP Leader Doubles Down on LGBTQ Hate as Effort to Remove Him Grows

By Hannah MetzgerJune 10, 2024

“This stain on our party can not be left unchecked.”

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Denver Residents Throw Wedding for LGBTQ Migrants From Venezuela

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 10, 2024

Amarilis and Mariangy Delgado Gutierrez tied the knot at Sloan’s Lake on Sunday.

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Analysis: Why the Future of Democracy Could Depend on Your Group Chats

By Nathan SchneiderJune 8, 2024

Online spaces have become the new schools of association. Unless democracy reigns there, it is in peril everywhere.

A man listens to people.

Mayor Johnston Faces Sharp Criticism from Montbello Residents Over Inaction and Inequality

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 7, 2024

“I’m begging and pleading, don’t forget about Montbello.”

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Did Lauren Boebert Really Support Funding for South Bridge Project? Glenwood Springs Officials Weigh In

By Chris PerezJune 7, 2024

“I’m a person who believes your elected officials are your elected officials, whether or not you always agree with their positions.”

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50 Cent Jokes About Not Catching Chlamydia After Lauren Boebert Photo Op

By Chris PerezJune 6, 2024

The Get Rich or Die Tryin’ rapper met up with the Colorado congresswoman and other politicians during a visit to Capitol Hill.

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East Denver Safety Meeting Touches on Youth Violence, Police Staffing and…Speeding

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 6, 2024

“Response times lag, and there aren’t enough officers to respond to crimes around the city. We need to do more to help our wonderful DPD boys in blue.”

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Polis Signs Law Prohibiting Hidden Ticket Fees, Event Cancellations Without Refunds

By Hannah MetzgerJune 5, 2024

The governor signed the bill at Red Rocks, and then tossed in a few Taylor Swift puns.

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Denver Plans “Long-Term” Stay for Migrant Liaisons in Texas to Lighten Busloads

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 5, 2024

“Their decisions to come to Denver may have been based on that outdated information.”

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City Council Proposes Another Delay to Upcoming Sidewalk Fee

By Catie CheshireJune 5, 2024

Councilmembers recognized the need for more time, but expressed worries about continued delays.

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LGBTQ Republicans Feel Alienated After Colorado GOP Says “God Hates Pride”

By Hannah MetzgerJune 5, 2024

“It is pushing people away from our party. We need new leadership.”

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Mayor’s Critics Demand End of Street Outreach Team, Citing Homeless Ticketing Data

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 4, 2024

The Street Engagement Team is the target of criticism, with advocates claiming its goal is to harass Denver’s homeless.

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City Council Disrupted by Racist Comment, Minutes Before Proclamation for Last Victims

By Hannah MetzgerJune 4, 2024

“Twice in the last three weeks we’ve had to deal with racism in this chamber. Denver’s a better city than that.”

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Commentary: Hunting for Signatures on the Cats Aren’t Trophies Petition Trail

By Julie MarshallJune 2, 2024

It’s incredibly powerful to know that citizens may put an issue before the voters for laws to change.

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A man talks to people.

Speeding, Homelessness Lead Southwest Denver Safety Concerns

By Bennito L. KeltyMay 31, 2024

They mayor said he will soon address speeding, but a city councilmember argued that homelessness in the area is worse thanks to city efforts last year.

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