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Denver Is About to Vote on Magic Mushrooms; What the Heck Are They?

Denver Is About to Vote on Magic Mushrooms; What the Heck Are They?

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghApril 18, 2019

Denver is only a few weeks away from possibly becoming the first American city to decriminalize psychedelic mushrooms.

Stephany Rose Spaulding on Senate Run, Why She Can Defeat Cory Gardner

Stephany Rose Spaulding on Senate Run, Why She Can Defeat Cory Gardner

By Michael RobertsApril 18, 2019

Stephany Rose Spaulding feels voters are tired of playing political musical chairs.

Why It Was So Easy for Columbine Threat Suspect to Buy a Shotgun

Why It Was So Easy for Columbine Threat Suspect to Buy a Shotgun

By Michael RobertsApril 18, 2019

An online gun forum exchange suggests that Sol Pais may have researched gun laws before coming to Colorado.

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ICE, GEO Group Extend Contract for Annex at Aurora Immigration Detention Center

ICE, GEO Group Extend Contract for Annex at Aurora Immigration Detention Center

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghApril 16, 2019

The 432-bed annex at the immigration detention facility in Aurora will remain open for at least another year.

Out-of-State Money Pouring Into Colorado Senate Race

Out-of-State Money Pouring Into Colorado Senate Race

By Chase WoodruffApril 16, 2019

So far, nearly two out of every three dollars donated to 2020 Senate candidates has come from outside of Colorado.

Denver City Council “Die-In” Kicks Off Week of Climate Protests

Denver City Council “Die-In” Kicks Off Week of Climate Protests

By Chase WoodruffApril 16, 2019

Denver climate activists plan to march in a “Funeral for the Earth” procession on Wednesday.

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How Psilocybin Advocates Grew Denver’s Trippiest Ballot Initiative

How Psilocybin Advocates Grew Denver’s Trippiest Ballot Initiative

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghApril 16, 2019

If 301 passes, Denver would become the first U.S. city to decriminalize possession, consumption and cultivation of “magic” mushrooms.

Joe Neguse on Defying Expectations During First 100 Days in Congress

Joe Neguse on Defying Expectations During First 100 Days in Congress

By Michael RobertsApril 15, 2019

Joe Neguse has scored major leadership positions that are seldom given to House freshmen.

Op-Ed: We Need to Learn From Denver’s History With Homelessness

By Erik SolivanApril 14, 2019

Initiative 300 deserves thoughtful consideration.

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Hancock Dismisses Trump Tweet About Releasing Immigration Detainees in Sanctuary Cities

Hancock Dismisses Trump Tweet About Releasing Immigration Detainees in Sanctuary Cities

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghApril 12, 2019

President Trump is threatening to release immigration detainees onto the streets of ‘sanctuary cities.’

Kalyn Heffernan on “Dehumanizing” Coverage of Her Race for Denver Mayor

Kalyn Heffernan on “Dehumanizing” Coverage of Her Race for Denver Mayor

By Michael RobertsApril 10, 2019

The author of the article didn’t think he was invalidating Kalyn Heffernan. She begs to differ.

ACLU of Colorado Suing ICE Over Records Related to Aurora Detainee’s Death

ACLU of Colorado Suing ICE Over Records Related to Aurora Detainee’s Death

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghApril 10, 2019

ACLU of Colorado wants to know more about the circumstances that led to the death of Kamyar Samimi while in ICE custody in Aurora.

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All Together Now: Together Denver Is NOT Together Colorado

All Together Now: Together Denver Is NOT Together Colorado

By Patricia CalhounApril 9, 2019

Initiative 300 is confusing enough without getting the opponent’s name wrong.

Denver Mayor’s Election Money Race Isn’t Even Close

Denver Mayor’s Election Money Race Isn’t Even Close

By Michael RobertsApril 9, 2019

Denver Mayor Michael Hancock has raised around twice as much as all his competitors combined.

Denver Mayoral Candidates on Major Issues Confronting the City

Denver Mayoral Candidates on Major Issues Confronting the City

By Michael RobertsApril 9, 2019

The major candidates to lead Denver for the next four years take on major issues confronting the city.

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Crow Pushes Congress to Strengthen Immigration Detention Facility Inspections

Crow Pushes Congress to Strengthen Immigration Detention Facility Inspections

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghApril 8, 2019

The language could be included in the upcoming Homeland Security budget bill.

Peter Boyles Wants to Kill Right to Survive Initiative Like He Did Safe Use Sites

Peter Boyles Wants to Kill Right to Survive Initiative Like He Did Safe Use Sites

By Michael RobertsApril 8, 2019

Peter Boyles believes the homelessness problem in Seattle will be duplicated in Denver should I-300 pass.

Chairman Seku: Why You Should Elect Me Mayor of Denver

Chairman Seku: Why You Should Elect Me Mayor of Denver

By Michael RobertsApril 6, 2019

Stephan Evans, also known as Chairman Seku, makes his pitch for why he should be Denver’s next mayor.

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Michael Bennet Has Prostate Cancer but Still Intends to Run for President

Michael Bennet Has Prostate Cancer but Still Intends to Run for President

By Mike LittwinApril 4, 2019

When Michael Bennet’s office called to say he had a big announcement to make, I assumed he would be confirming what everyone already knew.

Sheriff Steve Reams Becomes Global Media Star for Red Flag Bill Jail Pledge

Sheriff Steve Reams Becomes Global Media Star for Red Flag Bill Jail Pledge

By Michael RobertsApril 4, 2019

Sheriff Reams’s promise to go to jail rather than enforce a law he sees as unconstitutional has resonated nationally and internationally.

Colorado Lawmakers Advance Bill to Crack Down on Wage Theft

Colorado Lawmakers Advance Bill to Crack Down on Wage Theft

By Chase WoodruffApril 3, 2019

Colorado workers lose an estimated $750 million every year in unpaid and underpaid wages.

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Death Penalty Repeal Fails, Bill Will Be Reintroduced Next Year

Death Penalty Repeal Fails, Bill Will Be Reintroduced Next Year

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghApril 3, 2019

A bill to repeal the death penalty has failed. Advocates vow to reintroduce it next year.

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