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Elijah McClain Video Helps Power #JusticeForElijah Movement

Elijah McClain Video Helps Power #JusticeForElijah Movement

By Michael RobertsJune 26, 2020

Celebrities have joined the #JusticeForElijah campaign.

As Temp Order Expires, Denver Agrees to Restrict Use of Less-Lethal Force

As Temp Order Expires, Denver Agrees to Restrict Use of Less-Lethal Force

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJune 26, 2020

The judge’s order was set to expire today.

Elijah McClain Update: Polis Asks AG to Investigate Police-Related Death

Elijah McClain Update: Polis Asks AG to Investigate Police-Related Death

By Michael RobertsJune 25, 2020

Polis announced his decision via Twitter.

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Denver Hit With Second Federal Lawsuit Over Use of Less-Lethal Force

Denver Hit With Second Federal Lawsuit Over Use of Less-Lethal Force

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJune 25, 2020

Ten plaintiffs, including Black Lives Matter 5280, are involved in this case.

Extraction No Longer Drilling at Bella Romero School, but Concerns Remain

Extraction No Longer Drilling at Bella Romero School, but Concerns Remain

By Nell SalzmanJune 25, 2020

Governor Jared Polis received a petition from concerned community members on Father’s Day.

Goodbye, Columbus? Civic Center Park Statue Off City Website…for Now

Goodbye, Columbus? Civic Center Park Statue Off City Website…for Now

By Patricia CalhounJune 24, 2020

With Stapleton changing its name, the city is considering other switches.

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Elijah McClain Death Goes National Amid George Floyd Protests

By Michael RobertsJune 23, 2020

Major media organizations are finally catching up to the incident.

Curfew Violation Charges Dropped, but Protester Complaints Remain

Curfew Violation Charges Dropped, but Protester Complaints Remain

By Nell SalzmanJune 22, 2020

Their time in jail marked by lack of care, communication.

Op-Ed: Congress Needs to Give Dreamers a Permanent Home

Op-Ed: Congress Needs to Give Dreamers a Permanent Home

By Mike CoffmanJune 21, 2020

The U.S. Supreme Court took the first step.

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William DeBose Police Shooting Video: No Charges, Fresh Outrage

William DeBose Police Shooting Video: No Charges, Fresh Outrage

By Michael RobertsJune 19, 2020

The DA’s decision prompted an angry demonstration.

Order Restricting Less-Lethal Weapons at Protests Expires June 19

Order Restricting Less-Lethal Weapons at Protests Expires June 19

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJune 18, 2020

The judge wants the two sides to make a “good faith” effort to come to a resolution.

Ben Stapleton Joined Ku Klux Klan for Political Power, Historian Says

Ben Stapleton Joined Ku Klux Klan for Political Power, Historian Says

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJune 17, 2020

The Klan was key to his 1923 race for political office.

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Walker and Jenna Stapleton Support Neighborhood Name Change

Walker and Jenna Stapleton Support Neighborhood Name Change

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJune 17, 2020

His great-grandfather was a member of the KKK when elected mayor in 1923.

A Hundred Years of History Behind Stapleton Name-Change Vote

A Hundred Years of History Behind Stapleton Name-Change Vote

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJune 16, 2020

Now the neighborhood needs a new name.

Police Reform and Eviction Bills: Why One Succeeded, Other Failed

Police Reform and Eviction Bills: Why One Succeeded, Other Failed

By Michael RobertsJune 15, 2020

Downtown Denver protests made the police bill a priority.

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Video: Denver Cop Pulls Down Man’s Underwear During Improper Arrest

Video: Denver Cop Pulls Down Man’s Underwear During Improper Arrest

By Michael RobertsJune 15, 2020

All charges against Marquise Harris were eventually dismissed.

Activists Call for Polis to Expand Fight Against Environmental Racism

Activists Call for Polis to Expand Fight Against Environmental Racism

By Nell SalzmanJune 13, 2020

They’ve submitted petitions to Colorado’s governor.

Denver Protests: March for William DeBose, Latest Local George Floyd

Denver Protests: March for William DeBose, Latest Local George Floyd

By Michael RobertsJune 12, 2020

William DeBose died at Denver police hands on May 1.

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Some Local Law Enforcement Agencies Left Denver After Judge’s Ruling

Some Local Law Enforcement Agencies Left Denver After Judge’s Ruling

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJune 12, 2020

No body-worn cameras? No option of helping Denver.

All the “Less-Lethal” Munitions Used by Law Enforcement at Protests

All the “Less-Lethal” Munitions Used by Law Enforcement at Protests

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJune 11, 2020

Over a dozen outside law enforcement agencies have assisted the Denver Police Department.

Denver Protests Interpreted Through Rage, GWAR, Jesus, Conservatism

Denver Protests Interpreted Through Rage, GWAR, Jesus, Conservatism

By Michael RobertsJune 11, 2020

Jeff Hunt is the chairman of the Western Conservative Summit.

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Judge’s Limit on “Less-Lethal” Weapons Could Become State Law

Judge’s Limit on “Less-Lethal” Weapons Could Become State Law

By Conor McCormick-CavanaghJune 11, 2020

SB 217 includes a provision taken from a federal judge’s ruling.

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