News Archives

Colorado COVID-19 Variant Cases Now Top 100

By Michael RobertsFebruary 22, 2021

Variants represent the most significant concern right now.

Man in Lakewood Anti-Masker Video: “Suck It Up for Five Minutes”

By Michael RobertsFebruary 22, 2021

Such videos are trending nationwide.

Colorado Bill Would Limit Mail-In Voting, the Country’s “Gold Standard”

By Casey Van DivierFebruary 22, 2021

“Colorado is good, what can we do to make it better?”

City of Denver Could Invest More Money in Tiny Home Villages

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 22, 2021

A city council committee will vote on a contract worth over $1 million this week.

Reader: Just Legalize Cannabis Federally and Be Done With It!

By Westword StaffFebruary 21, 2021

Marijuana groups are pushing for general clemency for marijuana crimes.

Reader: HOAs Are for Beige Neighborhoods Run by Beige Boards

By Westword StaffFebruary 21, 2021

Black Lives Matter message controversies could lead to new legislation.

Hey, Climate-Change Naysayers, I’ve Got Something to Say

By Andy SteinFebruary 21, 2021

The cold, hard facts.

Op-Ed: Elected Officials Need to Obey the Oath of Office

By John PickerillFebruary 21, 2021

Our lawmakers have gone off-course.

Snow Job: Why Location of Denver’s “Official” Weather Station Doesn’t Matter

By Marty ConiglioFebruary 20, 2021

Denver City Council is considering adding a second spot.

Op-Ed: Colorado Families Need an Expanded Earned Income Tax Credit

By Kayla FrawleyFebruary 20, 2021

Legislators should take up the issue this session.

Inspector General Investigating Air Force Space Command Decision

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghFebruary 20, 2021

Will Colorado get to keep the headquarters?

Colorado Marijuana Brand to Cross Canadian Border

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 20, 2021

Binske, a brand of marijuana flower, edibles, concentrates and lotions, will soon be sold in the world’s largest federally-legal weed market, according to an announcement from the company.

Avett Brothers Headline Charlotte Figi Memorial Show

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 19, 2021

Colorado’s medical marijuana community is honoring fallen hero Charlotte Figi on the anniversary of her death.

With Denver Mart Closing, Fly Fishing Show Is Left High and Dry

By Casey Van DivierFebruary 19, 2021

Events are scrambling to find a venue.

Fight to Save the Final Remains of Cinderella City

By Michael RobertsFebruary 19, 2021

The last surviving section of the mall could be demolished.

Why Russell Strong Is Suing Denver for Losing Eye at George Floyd Rally

By Michael RobertsFebruary 19, 2021

Police are accused of indiscriminately shooting into a crowd.

How the Right (or Wrong) Lights Affect Cannabis Growth

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 19, 2021

Those blinding bulbs can pump out some serious heat in more ways than one, with indoor flower routinely looking, tasting and smoking better than anything grown outdoors.