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Denver, State Sweep Homeless Encampment in Front of Capitol

Denver, State Sweep Homeless Encampment in Front of Capitol

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 29, 2020

Lincoln Park had turned into a huge camp this summer.

Mayor Hancock Says Homeless Encampments “Cannot Persist”

Mayor Hancock Says Homeless Encampments “Cannot Persist”

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 28, 2020

Two of the largest encampments are located in Capitol Hill.

Mike Coffman Goes Full Trump After Aurora Elijah McClain Protest

Mike Coffman Goes Full Trump After Aurora Elijah McClain Protest

By Michael RobertsJuly 27, 2020

The Aurora mayor worried about those who “smell weakness.”

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Reader: Every City Should Provide a Safe Campground for the Homeless

Reader: Every City Should Provide a Safe Campground for the Homeless

By Westword StaffJuly 26, 2020

McNichols will hold Denver’s first safe-camping site.

Inside Lawsuit Over Police Attack on Elijah McClain Violin Tribute

Inside Lawsuit Over Police Attack on Elijah McClain Violin Tribute

By Michael RobertsJuly 24, 2020

The lawsuit could ultimately include hundreds of plaintiffs.

Ten Things You Might Hear From Ivanka Trump in Colorado Today

Ten Things You Might Hear From Ivanka Trump in Colorado Today

By Teague BohlenJuly 23, 2020

First daughter and presidential advisor Ivanka Trump is in the house.

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Repealing Trump’s Travel Ban Is Personal for Joe Neguse

Repealing Trump’s Travel Ban Is Personal for Joe Neguse

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 22, 2020

His parents came here from Eritrea, one of the countries subject to Trump’s travel ban.

16th Street Mall Upgrade Moves Forward Despite Petition to Stop It

16th Street Mall Upgrade Moves Forward Despite Petition to Stop It

By Michael RobertsJuly 21, 2020

The plan has been in the works for years.

Musicians Sound Off at Greenwood Village Protest Last Night

Musicians Sound Off at Greenwood Village Protest Last Night

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 21, 2020

The city had done an end-run around the state’s police-reform act.

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Four Names Remain as Contenders to Replace Stapleton

Four Names Remain as Contenders to Replace Stapleton

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 20, 2020

The four left are Central Park, Mosley, Skyview and Concourse.

Reader: I Thought the Whole City Was Safe Homeless Camping Now

Reader: I Thought the Whole City Was Safe Homeless Camping Now

By Westword StaffJuly 19, 2020

The Denver Coliseum parking lot has been chosen as the first location.

Denver Coliseum Parking Lot Preferred for City’s First Safe Camping Site

Denver Coliseum Parking Lot Preferred for City’s First Safe Camping Site

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 16, 2020

A few other spots are also under consideration.

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Lauren Boebert on Helping Trump Fight Maniacs, “Fake” Dem Attacks

Lauren Boebert on Helping Trump Fight Maniacs, “Fake” Dem Attacks

By Michael RobertsJuly 16, 2020

GOP leaders who once opposed Boebert are now in her corner.

Homelessness on the Rise in Metro Denver Even Before COVID-19 Hit

Homelessness on the Rise in Metro Denver Even Before COVID-19 Hit

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 16, 2020

Service providers are about to establish a safe-camping space.

Denver Will Vote on Council Approval for Mayoral Appointees

Denver Will Vote on Council Approval for Mayoral Appointees

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 14, 2020

City council is trying to shift the balance of power.

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New Names for Stapleton Neighborhood Cut Down to Nine

New Names for Stapleton Neighborhood Cut Down to Nine

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 13, 2020

Would you like to live in Concourse?

Zoom With a View: Denver City Council Going Fully Virtual

Zoom With a View: Denver City Council Going Fully Virtual

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 11, 2020

Members of the public will be able to comment on Zoom.

Representative Herod Ready to Introduce Bill to Close SB-217 Loopholes

Representative Herod Ready to Introduce Bill to Close SB-217 Loopholes

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 9, 2020

She’s ready to respond Greenwood Village City Council’s action.

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Protest Targets Greenwood Village Council for Avoiding Police Reform Law

Protest Targets Greenwood Village Council for Avoiding Police Reform Law

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 9, 2020

The action begins at 4 p.m. today at City Hall.

Elijah McClain: Visit Aurora Tries to Make Town Seem Less Racist

Elijah McClain: Visit Aurora Tries to Make Town Seem Less Racist

By Michael RobertsJuly 9, 2020

A tourism agency bringing up controversial news is highly unusual.

Monument at Colorado Capitol Memorialized at White House

Monument at Colorado Capitol Memorialized at White House

By Patricia CalhounJuly 9, 2020

The State Capitol has an unusual collection of statues, some controversial, most not.

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Mayor Hancock Asks Council to Choose Spots for Safe Camping

Mayor Hancock Asks Council to Choose Spots for Safe Camping

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJuly 8, 2020

Mayor Hancock is placing the onus on Denver City Council to identify potential temporary safe camping sites.

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