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Boebert Watch: The Colorado Congresswoman’s Latest Flub Is a Real Pisser

By Teague BohlenJanuary 27, 2025

Lauren Boebert thought there might be a transgender individual in a women’s room in the U.S. Capitol. She was wrong, again.

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Reader: “Oh, Good, More Government Oversight” Said No One Ever

By Westword ReadersJanuary 26, 2025

Senate Bill 25-976 would prohibit dispensary customers under the age of 26 from buying certain products; it would ban some psychedelic products altogether.

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Dana Crawford Saved Buildings…and Made Many Memories

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 26, 2025

After the legendary preservationist passed away, people began sharing stories.

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Remembering Dana Crawford, a True Denver Landmark

Remembering Dana Crawford, a True Denver Landmark

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 24, 2025

“As a preservationist, I have to be optimistic and look on the bright side of everything.”

Artist Detour Packs a Lot of Meaning Into His New Piece at Denver International Airport

Artist Detour Packs a Lot of Meaning Into His New Piece at Denver International Airport

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 23, 2025

This is the first three-dimensional piece by renowned muralist Thomas Evans.

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Donald Trump Complains About Colorado Elections System. Again.

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 21, 2025

Just before he was sworn in at the U.S. Capitol – the building swarmed by insurrectionists four years ago – the once-and-future president insisted he’d been removed from this state’s primary ballot.

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David Lynch Exposed the Rot at the Heart of American Culture

By Billy J. StrattonJanuary 19, 2025

“I often think about the ways American cinema holds up a mirror to society…Lynch was a master at this.”

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Colorado’s Long History of Ballot Measures to Restrict Abortion

By Anne WhitesellJanuary 19, 2025

The right to an abortion is now enshrined in the state constitution, but opposition could rise again.

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Reader: Finally Some Good News on the Dining Scene!

By Westword ReadersJanuary 19, 2025

After four decades, Peter Chan is selling Peter’s Chinese Cafe to his employees.

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Reader: If You Need to Move With U-Haul, You Can’t Afford Colorado

By Westword ReadersJanuary 12, 2025

Last year, 50.3 percent of people using the company were moving out, while 49.7 percent were moving in.

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Reader: Baa’al Is Going to Increase Illuminati-Themed Tourism in Denver

By Westword ReadersJanuary 12, 2025

Is there a giant blue animal hidden on Buckley Space Force Base?

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Rebuttal: Ducks Deserve an Honest Debate About Foie Gras

By Justin MarceauJanuary 12, 2025

“As a lawyer who focuses on animal law and protesters’ rights, I am troubled by Ms. Bonanno’s op-ed.”

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Remembering the Mercury as a Hotbed of Political Activism

By Robert MittonJanuary 10, 2025

The legendary venue became a place to plot and plan, especially for Bernie Sanders.

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An Ugly Twist for Lakeside, a Town Inspired by the City Beautiful Movement

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 7, 2025

The police chief and the town clerk, his daughter, were fired this summer; former chief Robert Gordanier just pleaded guilty to two counts.

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What the Foie? This New Year’s Eve Protest Wasn’t on the Menu at Mizuna

By Jacqueline BonannoJanuary 6, 2025

“Isn’t it always worth fighting bullies?”

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Reader: Red Rocks Is Mecca to My Music-Loving Soul

By Westword ReadersJanuary 5, 2025

Billboard named the Denver-owned amphitheatre as the most-attended outdoor venue in 2024. Readers explain why.

This City Already Has Blucifer and the Big Blue Bear. Now Meet Baa’al, Denver’s Third Blue Entity!

By Ryan ClappJanuary 5, 2025

The giant mountain goat with red, glowing eyes is the best-kept secret on Buckley Space Force Base.

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Reader: Are the Police Going to Enforce the Cell-Phone Law? They Aren’t Enforcing Others!

By Westword ReadersJanuary 4, 2025

As of January 1, it’s illegal to hold a phone while driving.

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People to Watch in 2025: Can Bill Mosher Bring Back Downtown?

People to Watch in 2025: Can Bill Mosher Bring Back Downtown?

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 3, 2025

He didn’t need a job. But he wanted to feel like he’d done all he could for Denver.

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You Can Go Home Again – but It Won’t Be the Same

By Gordon MehlerDecember 29, 2024

A time traveler’s trip through seventy years of Denver memories.

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NORAD Tracking Santa’s Route Christmas Eve – Stone-Cold Sober

By Patricia CalhounDecember 24, 2024

While St. Nick should have a big bag, his trackers won’t be in the bag.

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A Christmas Miracle! New Ramp From Broadway to Southbound I-25 Now Open

A Christmas Miracle! New Ramp From Broadway to Southbound I-25 Now Open

By Patricia CalhounDecember 23, 2024

After months of snarled traffic, this portion of the I-25 and Broadway Travel and Safety Improvement Project opened without fanfare.

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