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Proposed House Bill Would Enable Local Governments to Consider Rent Control

Proposed House Bill Would Enable Local Governments to Consider Rent Control

By Catie CheshireFebruary 15, 2023

In 1981 Colorado banned rent control. In 2023, some state legislators are pushing to repeal that ban.

Boebert Watch: Advice for Adam Frisch

By Teague BohlenFebruary 15, 2023

How do you beat Lauren Boebert? Here’s a ten-step start.

Heat Is Not a Luxury: Coloradans Organizing to Fight High Utility Bills

Heat Is Not a Luxury: Coloradans Organizing to Fight High Utility Bills

By Catie CheshireFebruary 14, 2023

Janelle Carwin is working to push the governor and the PUC to rein in Xcel.

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Denver Central Library Reopens to Public After Three-Week Closure

Denver Central Library Reopens to Public After Three-Week Closure

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 14, 2023

The closure lasted three weeks.

Mayor Asks Airport Train Passengers for Patience During Airport Construction

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 13, 2023

“Welcome to Denver. This is Mayor Michael Hancock. We appreciate your patience…”

Libertarian Party of Colorado Calls in Audit Committee for Review After $12,500 Fine

Libertarian Party of Colorado Calls in Audit Committee for Review After $12,500 Fine

By Catie CheshireFebruary 13, 2023

The Secretary of State fined the Libertarian Party of Colorado for improper financial reporting. Members say it’s no surprise.

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Opinion: Reverse the Destruction of Democracy in Colorado

Opinion: Reverse the Destruction of Democracy in Colorado

By Gary SwingFebruary 13, 2023

Would a proposed bill kill minor parties?

How Tweet It Is: Lauren Boebert Introduces ELON Act

How Tweet It Is: Lauren Boebert Introduces ELON Act

By Teague BohlenFebruary 12, 2023

Loud and lewd.

Five Surprises at Last Night’s Denver Mayoral Debate

Five Surprises at Last Night’s Denver Mayoral Debate

By Patricia CalhounFebruary 10, 2023

What if all seventeen candidates had showed?

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Challenge to Colorado Charitable Solicitations Act Could Decrease Trust in Nonprofits

By Catie CheshireFebruary 10, 2023

The Colorado Charitable Solicitations Act faces a legal challenge from Infocision, and the Colorado Nonprofit Association is worried.

Campaign Mailers and Park Hill Golf Course Take Center Stage at District 9 Debate

By Benjamin NeufeldFebruary 8, 2023

All three candidates for the district seat were in attendance.

City of Denver Extends Contract to Administer Emergency Rental Assistance

City of Denver Extends Contract to Administer Emergency Rental Assistance

By Catie CheshireFebruary 8, 2023

The city’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program for those impacted by the pandemic is still administering funds.

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Colorado Delegation’s Guests at the State of the Union

Colorado Delegation’s Guests at the State of the Union

By Helen XuFebruary 7, 2023

What a party!

20th Street Gym Boxing Program at Rec Center Gets KO’d Once Again

20th Street Gym Boxing Program at Rec Center Gets KO’d Once Again

By Kyle WagnerFebruary 7, 2023

Denver has been using the space for migrant intake.

A Snitch in Time: The FBI’s Informant Inside Denver’s George Floyd Protests

A Snitch in Time: The FBI’s Informant Inside Denver’s George Floyd Protests

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 7, 2023

Exposed by the new podcast Alphabet Story .

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Proposed Bill Would Make Car Theft in Colorado a Felony Regardless of Vehicle Value

Proposed Bill Would Make Car Theft in Colorado a Felony Regardless of Vehicle Value

By Catie CheshireFebruary 7, 2023

A bipartisan group of Colorado legislators want to make sure the state’s many auto theft victims are treated equitably.

Polis’s Utility Bills Initiative Gets Frosty Reception From Xcel, Oil and Gas

By Catie CheshireFebruary 6, 2023

Colorado’s governor said transitioning to renewable energy is the way to prevent future utility bill cost spikes.

If Denver Has Its Way, the Path to Better Waste Services Won’t Be Littered With Fines

By Catie CheshireFebruary 6, 2023

The city plans to work with residents better to make expanded waste services go smoothly.

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Colorado and Wyoming: A Study in Contrasts on Wild Horse Policy

Colorado and Wyoming: A Study in Contrasts on Wild Horse Policy

By Scott BecksteadFebruary 5, 2023

How could two states be so different in how they treat our beloved equines?

Etiquette Tips for Lauren Boebert at the 2023 State of the Union

By Teague BohlenFebruary 5, 2023

Short version: all that crap you pulled last time? Just…don’t.

New Mayoral Administration Could Bring Massive Leadership Turnover to Denver

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 2, 2023

There are currently 52 Hancock administration appointees.

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Residents Roast Public Utilities Commission for Failing to Stand Up to Xcel

By Catie CheshireFebruary 2, 2023

During a listening session, people demanded the commission stop listening and start acting.

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