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A small plane flies through the sky dragging a banner that reads "Mike Johnston [hearts] crime."

Denver Mayor Faces Aerial Attack Ad, Recall Effort Over Migrant Policy

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 5, 2024

A sky banner declaring “MIKE JOHNSTON ❤️ CRIME” flew over the Mile High City earlier this week.

a teen talks.

Denver Flavored Tobacco Opponents Let Kids Speak on Dangers

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 3, 2024

High-schoolers spoke in support of a flavored tobacco ban ahead of a public hearing.

Jared Polis and Joe Biden

Jared Polis Criticizes Biden for Pardoning His Son: “No One Is Above the Law”

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 2, 2024

It’s the second time in three weeks that the governor has bucked his party. Responses from Colorado Democrats have been mixed.

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Assistant Majority Leader Jennifer Bacon (left) and Majority Leader Monica Duran (right) applaud the opening day of the 2023 legislative session.

The Colorado Legislature Will Be Majority Women Next Year…Again

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 27, 2024

The first time this happened, it lasted only three weeks.

Man address luncheon crowd

Colorado GOP Alleges Decades of Election Fraud Conspiracies…as Party Boasts Republican Wins

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 27, 2024

The Republican Party’s luncheon featured talks of election rigging, political hangings and FBI brainwashing.

A little girl holds a plate.

Refugee Thanksgiving Offered an Escape From Politics…for Some

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 26, 2024

“We don’t know what the next four years will hold for refugee resettlement. At this point, I think everybody is focused on what we can do today.”

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Denver Mayor Mike Johnston speaks to the press.

Trump Border Czar Says He’s Willing to Put Denver Mayor in Jail Over Immigration Enforcement

By Thomas MitchellNovember 26, 2024

“But look, me and the Denver mayor, we agree on one thing: He’s willing to go to jail. I’m willing to put him in jail because there – there’s a statute.”

Lauren Boebert laughs

Lauren Boebert’s Cameo Video Page Deleted Hours After Launching

By Catie CheshireNovember 26, 2024

Boebert’s profile described her as an influencer who is a “Jesus-loving, Constitutionalist, America first, freedom fighter.”

Colorado’s Population Growth Is Years Behind Past Forecasts

Colorado’s Population Growth Is Years Behind Past Forecasts

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 26, 2024

“All they’re talking about is, ‘Oh, my God, there’s so many people moving here, people are flocking to the state.’ But they’re not watching the numbers.”

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Denver’s First Cohort of Migrants Finish Job Training as Free Rent Expires

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 26, 2024

About 500 Venezuelan migrants are wrapping up free job training courses in construction, hospitality and early childhood care, according to the mayor’s office.

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Three Colorado Senators Announce Resignations Two Weeks After Being Re-Elected

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 25, 2024

It’s sparked debate on how to handle vacancies in the Colorado Legislature.

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Analysis: Red Flag Laws Are Still Used in Colorado’s Second Amendment Sanctuaries

By Christopher KnoepkeNovember 22, 2024

They’re just used less frequently.

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The former DoubleTree Hotel at 4040 Quebec Street

Denver Homeless Shelters Need More Security and Transparent Spending, Audit Says

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 21, 2024

“These issues need to be addressed, because vulnerable populations are at risk.”

Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado.

Report: 14 Colorado Hospitals Still Don’t Comply With Price Transparency Rules

By Catie CheshireNovember 20, 2024

Around 60 percent of hospitals in Colorado comply with price transparency rules, but two major operators aren’t on board yet.

A Venezuelan migrant looks over a line at a food pantry.

Nonprofits Working With Migrants Preparing for Trump’s Promised Operation Aurora Deportations

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 20, 2024

“We will send elite squads of ICE, Border Patrol and federal law enforcement officers to hunt down, arrest and deport every last illegal alien gang member,” Donald Trump vowed.

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Transgender Legislator Says She Had to Take Her Name Off Gay Marriage Bill to Get Republican Support

Transgender Legislator Says She Had to Take Her Name Off Gay Marriage Bill to Get Republican Support

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 19, 2024

Representative Brianna Titone worked on the Amendment J proposal for years. But for the Senate vote, she wasn’t a sponsor.

The former DoubleTree Hotel at 4040 Quebec Street

Denver Spent $138 Million in Two Years to Rent, Lease Hotels for Homeless and Migrants

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 15, 2024

Since January 2023, the City of Denver has purchased three hotels and leased three more to address homelessness, but the strategy started before that.

No, Jared Polis Was Not Hacked. He’s Really Excited About RFK Jr.

No, Jared Polis Was Not Hacked. He’s Really Excited About RFK Jr.

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 14, 2024

In August, Colorado’s governor said that Robert Kennedy Jr. would bring back measles and polio. Today, he welcomed the anti-vaxer with open arms.

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Denver City Council Declares November 14 the Day of the Black Girl

Denver City Council Declares November 14 the Day of the Black Girl

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 14, 2024

The proclamation honors the city’s annual African American Young Ladies Summit.

Two men in suits walk up the stairs of the Colorado Capitol building.

Democrats Could Lose Supermajority in Colorado State House

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 13, 2024

Republicans flipped one seat. Two others are still up for grabs. So what’s that mean for state lawmaking?

bar with patio

Bar Nun Keeping Liquor License Under Sound Mitigation Conditions

By Catie CheshireNovember 12, 2024

The Capitol Hill bar isn’t allowed to toss noisy trash or keep the patio open late, but it will live on.

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Opinion: Colorado Turned Her Back on Animals This Election

By Ellen KesslerNovember 9, 2024

“We learned a lot about campaigns…and we can’t wait to try again.”

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