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Colorado Bill Would Ban Drug, Gun Sales on Social Media, but May Lead to a Veto Battle

By Hannah MetzgerApril 23, 2025

Governor Jared Polis isn’t happy with the bill. But for the first time in his tenure, legislators might override his potential veto.

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New Ballpark Improvement District Brings Hospitality, Homeless Services

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 23, 2025

Just over 500 voters created the Ballpark District. So far, the top concern is homelessness in the area.

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Denver, Colorado “Hands Off” 50501 Protests: What to Know

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 19, 2025

Another protest against President Donald Trump is planned in Denver for Saturday, April 19.

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Jerry DiTullio is Running for Colorado State Treasurer – and He’s Serious

Jerry DiTullio is Running for Colorado State Treasurer – and He’s Serious

By Hannah MetzgerApril 15, 2025

Jefferson County Treasurer Jerry DiTullio isn’t the biggest name in the race, but he wants to prove he’s the best choice.

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New Poll Finds Coloradans Aren’t Happy With Donald Trump, Elon Musk or DOGE

By Catie CheshireApril 10, 2025

The Democratic Party has also lost favor with Colorado voters for its failure to oppose Trump’s agenda.

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Denver Could Make Landlords Pay for Alternate Housing if Their Buildings Are Unlivable

By Catie CheshireApril 10, 2025

Denver City Council is considering a proposal to require landlords to pay for tenants to relocate if their units are determined unsafe or uninhabitable.

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Colorado Advances LGBTQ Protections Amid Federal Attacks

By Hannah MetzgerApril 9, 2025

State legislators are pursuing a wave of bills aiming to strengthen LGBTQ rights in Colorado. Here’s where they stand.

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Denver Activists, Homeless Residents Want City to End Salvation Army Contracts

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 9, 2025

“They need to go, even their Santa Claus ringing bells and collecting money outside grocery stores for them.”

Colorado Kills Effort to Ban Cops From Asking, “Do You Know Why I Pulled You Over?”

Colorado Kills Effort to Ban Cops From Asking, “Do You Know Why I Pulled You Over?”

By Hannah MetzgerApril 7, 2025

“Why are we playing mind games in the middle of traffic?”

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Denver Named One of the Coolest U.S. Cities. Here’s Why.

By Hannah MetzgerApril 7, 2025

What makes a city cool? Apparently, vegan restaurants, record stores and tattoo parlors, among other factors.

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“Hands Off” Protest Brings Thousands to Downtown Demonstration

By Michael Emery HeckerApril 6, 2025

Across the country, demonstrators rallied against the Trump administration. In Denver, they gathered at the Capitol, then headed downtown.

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Denver “Hands Off” Protest at Colorado Capitol: What to Know

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 5, 2025

Dozens of Colorado cities are planning protests on April 5 in solidarity with a national movement.

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Aurora Food Pantry Losing Millions in Federal Grants for Helping Migrants

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 3, 2025

The Village Exchange Center has dealt with major funding loss and literal dumpster fires as it tries to keep feeding over 4,000 people a week.

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Colorado Has Become an Epicenter for the Anti-Tesla Movement

By Hannah MetzgerApril 3, 2025

The top state for electric vehicles might also be the top state for Tesla hate.

This Legislator Supported a Gun Control Bill. Now Critics Are Falsely Calling Him a Pedophile.

By Hannah MetzgerApril 1, 2025

Representative Chad Clifford has been doxxed, threatened and labeled a pedophile. It’s the new normal for gun debates, he says.

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Brick by Brick Collective Mixes Activism, Spirituality and Rage

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 31, 2025

“If you know how to cultivate your emotions, your rage, then it becomes a spark that really launches a movement.”

Colorado Republican Chair Candidate Calls Colorado Springs Mayor “Political Terrorist”

Colorado Republican Chair Candidate Calls Colorado Springs Mayor “Political Terrorist”

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 28, 2025

Darcy Schoening has accused Yemi Mobolade of taking part in a staged hate crime; he says the allegation is politically motivated.

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Colorado Passes Law to Recognize Transgender, Nonbinary Identities on Death Certificates

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 27, 2025

“This is about respect, dignity, and ensuring that every person’s identity is honored. No exceptions.”

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New 50501 Colorado Group Forms to Build on Denver Protest Momentum

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 26, 2025

After Bernie Sanders and AOC drew 34,000 people at a Denver rally, a new 50501 branch in Colorado plans to organize anti-Trump protests with the national group.

Trump Calls Colorado Portrait “Purposefully Distorted.” But Is It?

Trump Calls Colorado Portrait “Purposefully Distorted.” But Is It?

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 24, 2025

Maybe it’s a political conspiracy. Maybe he’s just kind of ugly. Either way, it’s coming down.

Bernie Sanders gives speech in Denver

Bernie Sanders, AOC Attract 30,000 People to Denver Anti-Oligarchy Rally

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 21, 2025

“The Dems have dropped the proverbial ball, and we need guidance.”

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Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Visit Denver Today

By Catie CheshireMarch 21, 2025

The Vermont senator and AOC are stopping in Greeley before an afternoon rally at Civic Center Park

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