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New York City Just Overhauled Its Election System. Could Denver Follow Suit?

New York City Just Overhauled Its Election System. Could Denver Follow Suit?

By Sara FlemingNovember 13, 2019

New York City voters just approved an overhaul to their election system. An elections committee in Denver is looking at following suit by implementing ranked choice voting.

Family of Kamyar Samimi Suing GEO Group, Doctor for Wrongful Death

Family of Kamyar Samimi Suing GEO Group, Doctor for Wrongful Death

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghNovember 12, 2019

The family of Kamyar Samimi is suing GEO Group and the doctor who was responsible for his care.

Denver Wants Your Help Overhauling Its Efforts to Fight Climate Change

Denver Wants Your Help Overhauling Its Efforts to Fight Climate Change

By Chase WoodruffNovember 12, 2019

“We’ve done a lot of really great work, but time to take that to the next level.”

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Colorado, Denver Politicians Tell DACA Recipients They’re “Here to Stay”

Colorado, Denver Politicians Tell DACA Recipients They’re “Here to Stay”

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghNovember 9, 2019

Mayor Hancock and other politicians gathered to express their support for DACA recipients.

Aurora City Council Now Has More Democrats Than Republicans

Aurora City Council Now Has More Democrats Than Republicans

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghNovember 8, 2019

Aurora City Council will be comprised of more Democrats than Republicans.

Mike Coffman’s First Priority as Aurora Mayor Will Be Elijah McClain Case

Mike Coffman’s First Priority as Aurora Mayor Will Be Elijah McClain Case

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghNovember 8, 2019

Mike Coffman wants to immediately get to the bottom of what happened to Elijah McClain.

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What the Hell Went Wrong for Proposition CC?

What the Hell Went Wrong for Proposition CC?

By Chase WoodruffNovember 7, 2019

“In Colorado, voters are the tax policy-makers. And it’s hard to get exactly the right thing in front of the tax policy-makers.”

AP: Colorado Sports Betting Ballot Initiative Passes

AP: Colorado Sports Betting Ballot Initiative Passes

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghNovember 6, 2019

Starting in May 2020, Coloradans will be able to place sports bets on mobile apps and at casinos in Cripple Creek, Black Hawk and Central City.

Denver and Colorado Election Results: TABOR Lives, DD Wins Bet

Denver and Colorado Election Results: TABOR Lives, DD Wins Bet

By Michael RobertsNovember 6, 2019

Proposition CC went down in flames.

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Mike Coffman Will Likely Be the Next Mayor of Aurora

Mike Coffman Will Likely Be the Next Mayor of Aurora

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghNovember 6, 2019

The former congressman had a strong lead Tuesday night.

Council Votes Down Amendments to Budget, but Some Allege It’s a Failed Process

Council Votes Down Amendments to Budget, but Some Allege It’s a Failed Process

By Sara FlemingNovember 5, 2019

In a “showdown” over the city’s budget, Councilwoman Candi CdeBaca proposed eight amendments, all of which failed.

What Would Proposition CC Do for Transportation?

What Would Proposition CC Do for Transportation?

By Penelope PurdyNovember 5, 2019

If voters pass Proposition CC, the state government could keep certain refunds that otherwise would have to be returned to residents under the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights.

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Racketeering Lawsuit Against ADA Lawyers Survives Motion to Dismiss

Racketeering Lawsuit Against ADA Lawyers Survives Motion to Dismiss

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghNovember 4, 2019

The complaint asserts that the plaintiff either doesn’t exist or never visited the Riverbend Eatery.

Democrats Urge Gardner to Support CORE Act After Passage in House

Democrats Urge Gardner to Support CORE Act After Passage in House

By Chase WoodruffNovember 1, 2019

“Coloradans need a Senator who will stand up for public lands and listen to local communities.”

There’s a New Mile of Wall on New Mexico’s Border…With Mexico, not Colorado

There’s a New Mile of Wall on New Mexico’s Border…With Mexico, not Colorado

By Patricia CalhounNovember 1, 2019

Former Colorado Congressman Tom Tancredo is on the board of We Build the Wall.

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Controversial Initiative Claims to Solve Colorado’s Growing Pains

Controversial Initiative Claims to Solve Colorado’s Growing Pains

By Sara FlemingOctober 31, 2019

Daniel Hayes, a Golden landlord, is trying to get an initiative on the 2020 ballot that would cap housing growth at 1 percent in eleven counties across the front range.

Is Colorado Going to Get Its Wall After All?

Is Colorado Going to Get Its Wall After All?

By Patricia CalhounOctober 30, 2019

One Denver musician launched a spoof campaign in late 2018.

Homeless Advocates Challenging Denver’s Camping Ban

Homeless Advocates Challenging Denver’s Camping Ban

By Sara FlemingOctober 30, 2019

Over a series of four emotionally tense hearings, Andy McNulty is defending camping ban charges against Jerry Burton, arguing that the camping ban is unconstitutional.

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Jason Crow Pushes Special Visa for Syrian Kurds Who Fought ISIS

Jason Crow Pushes Special Visa for Syrian Kurds Who Fought ISIS

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghOctober 30, 2019

Congressman Jason Crow is pushing to enact a special visa for Syrian Kurds who fought against ISIS.

Councilwoman CdeBaca Leads Efforts to Weaken Denver’s Strong Mayor’s Office

Councilwoman CdeBaca Leads Efforts to Weaken Denver’s Strong Mayor’s Office

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghOctober 30, 2019

Councilwoman Candi CdeBaca is working to weaken the mayor in Denver’s strong mayor system.

How Hancock Has Handled City’s Biggest Issues During His Third Term

How Hancock Has Handled City’s Biggest Issues During His Third Term

By Westword StaffOctober 29, 2019

The mayor’s been busy since July.

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City Council May Ask Voters for More Authority for Mayoral Appointments

City Council May Ask Voters for More Authority for Mayoral Appointments

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghOctober 29, 2019

If approved by voters, the initiative would grant city council approval authority over mayoral appointments.

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