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Denver Police officers talk at the corner of 8th Avenue and Logan Street.

Sweep of Governor’s Mansion Encampment Still Leaves Many on the Streets

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 26, 2023

The city completed a sweep of a Capitol Hill homeless encampment on Tuesday, but was only able to house some of its residents.

Mayor Mike Johnston wants to put a micro-community on 5500 E Yale Avenue.

Holly Hills Denver Residents Seek Neighborhood Status to Fight Micro-Community

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 22, 2023

Residents in a Denver neighborhood near Holly Hills want to form a Registered Neighborhood Organization to fight plans for an incoming micro-community.

A pile of belongings including chairs and boxes sits amuck.

Judge Won’t Vacate Lawsuit Against Colorado’s “#1 Eviction Firm,” Tschetter Sulzer

By Catie CheshireSeptember 22, 2023

The Denver-based law firm failed to thwart a second class-action lawsuit in U.S. District Court over improper business practices in eviction filings.

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Laura Brudzynski was formerly with the City of Denver.

Archway and Former City Chief Laura Brudzynski Want to Change Denver’s Housing Game

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 21, 2023

A familiar face in Denver’s affordable housing arena is looking to raise the bar after accepting a new job with the nonprofit Archway Communities.

Former Inmate Christopher Tanner’s Medical Nightmare Costs Colorado $8 Million

Former Inmate Christopher Tanner’s Medical Nightmare Costs Colorado $8 Million

By Michael RobertsSeptember 21, 2023

He contracted pneumonia in a Denver facility, and wound up losing most of his hands and his feet.

Homeless in Denver.

Denver 2024 Budget Reveals Investments Beyond HOST for Housing Homeless

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 19, 2023

Denver was slated to spend $242 million to get people off the streets and into housing, but now Mayor Mike Johnston is saying it will take millions more.

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Mark Donovan sits outside.

Denver Basic Income Project and Mark Donovan Gaining More Confidence One Year In

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 18, 2023

Denver Basic Income project leader Mark Donovan sees plenty of proof that his idea of giving out cash works to improve the lives of the homeless.

Really Mad Libs: Lauren Boebert Is Sorry Her Trashy Behavior Offended Everyone

By Teague BohlenSeptember 16, 2023

“While none of my actions or words as a private citizen that night were intended to be malicious or meant to cause harm, the reality is they did and I regret that.”

The Capitol Hill Apartments boarded up after a September 7 fire.

Fire at Capitol Hill Apartments Leaves Residents Who Unionized Last Fall in Limbo

By Catie CheshireSeptember 15, 2023

Faulty electrical wiring started the blaze at the Denver building, where tenants unionized last fall over neglect and lack of communication by management.

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Kevin and Laura Poss speak at a press conference on September 7.

Child Advocacy Groups Say Colorado’s Foster System Isn’t Working

By Benjamin NeufeldSeptember 14, 2023

The National Coalition for Child Protection Reform has released a report showing how Colorado has been dragging its feet when it comes to foster care.

Colorado Latinos rally at the capitol for Latino/a Advocacy Day.

Colorado Latinos Worry Most About Cost of Living, Gun Violence and Homelessness

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 13, 2023

Cost of living, crime and homelessness are chief issues for Colorado Latinos, according to a new poll, while fewer worry about immigration.

Lauren Boebert Bounced From Beetlejuice, Gives Show One Finger

By Teague BohlenSeptember 13, 2023

Say her name three times.

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A building with stone columns.

Where Do You Think Denver Is Headed? Take the Colorado Polling Institute Survey!

By Catie CheshireSeptember 13, 2023

Westword is taking Denver’s temperature using the questions asked by CPI.

Mayor Mike Johnston speaks about funding for his housing plan.

Mayor Johnston to Pour Nearly $50 Million Into His Homeless Housing Plan

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 12, 2023

Mayor Mike Johnston has revealed a $48.6 million budget for his plan to house 1,000 homeless people by the end of the year.

Charlie Richardson and his lawyer Mark Grueskin listen to attorney Suzanne Taheri during a protest hearing with the Aurora City Clerk.

Aurora Strong-Mayor Proposal Still Alive Despite Missing 2023 Ballot

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 12, 2023

The city clerk issued her ruling late on September 11.

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A Golden Triangle resident speaks at a community meeting.

Golden Triangle Residents Ticked Off About Hosting Homeless Micro-Community Sites

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 8, 2023

Many residents of Denver’s Golden Triangle oppose the idea of hosting homeless micro-communities in their small downtown neighborhood.

Charlie Richardson, Mark Grueskin and Suzanne Tehari in the Aurora City Council chambers.

Aurora Strong-Mayor Opponents Take Last Stab at Ending Proposal’s Ballot Chances

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 5, 2023

Aurora’s city clerk just heard the final arguments for why the strong mayor petition broke city code and state law – and shouldn’t be on the 2023 ballot.

A tall, columned stone building in front of a blue sky.

Colorado Polling Institute Transparent on Denver Data, but Not Donors

By Catie CheshireSeptember 3, 2023

The new organization released its first poll showing a city in transition, but won’t say who provided the cash to fund it.

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A Denver Police officer pulls out from in front of The Gathering Place at 1535 North High Street.

Denver Police Carry Out “Soft” Sweep of Homeless Encampment After Neighborhood Complaints

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 1, 2023

Cops carried out a “soft-enforcement operation” this week to eradicate a homeless encampment outside the popular Gathering Place day shelter.

An orange-brick building covered in snow sits beside an empty multi-lane street.

First Denver Property Earns $999 Fine for Not Getting Rental License

By Catie CheshireAugust 31, 2023

With all of Denver’s multi-unit properties ordered to be licensed, the city is starting to get serious about its new enforcement program.

A line of mostly Venezuelan migrants waiting in line for food at the 5th Street Garage on Denver's Auraria Campus.

Migrant Numbers Spiking Again in Denver, Many Are Staying

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 31, 2023

The number of migrants in Denver rose in August for the first time since a spring influx overwhelmed the city and led to an emergency declaration.

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Trees in variations of orange and green sit atop a clear, still pond.

Park Hill Golf Course, Pickleball and City Appointees on Agenda for Denver Parks & Rec

By Catie CheshireAugust 30, 2023

According to a memo from Mayor Mike Johnston’s Vibrant Denver transition committee, Parks & Recreation needs to get back in touch with the community.

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