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Colorado Postal Worker Connected to Ballot Fraud Sentenced

By Brendan Joel KelleyJune 26, 2025

Vicki Stuart pleaded guilty to charges of identity theft and forgery

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Douglas County Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Home Rule Proposal

By Brendan Joel KelleyJune 25, 2025

The County commissioners’ power grab attempt looks to be going down in flames, and some of them are adding gas to the fire.

"Fuck ICE"

Hacked Denver Traffic Boards Tell Drivers “Bring the Heat Fuck ICE”

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 23, 2025

“I know Denver is holding firm, but this was another f-word altogether.”

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How Clinton and Obama Helped Build Trump’s Mass Deportation Machine

By Stephen LemonsJune 23, 2025

Donald Trump didn’t invent racist immigration policy. For decades, both major parties built the system he’s now weaponizing.

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The History of Juneteenth in Denver

By Teague BohlenJune 19, 2025

Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, but Five Points was celebrating it seventy years before that.

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Douglas County Could Become Colorado’s Third Home Rule County

By Brendan Joel KelleyJune 17, 2025

On June 24, DougCo residents will vote on whether to form a Home Rule Charter Commission…and also elect members of that commission.

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Denver’s No Kings Went From Peaceful to Testy as Night Hit

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 16, 2025

As with other protests, questions linger about cops using excessive force on protesters who kept marching through the night.

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Denver, Colorado “No Kings” Protest: Updates From Capitol and Downtown

By Thomas MitchellJune 14, 2025

Thousands of people showed up for Denver’s No Kings rally, with action continuing long into the night. Three dozen people were arrested.

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No Kings Rally in Denver: When, Where, What to Know

By Thomas MitchellJune 14, 2025

The No Kings rally in Denver is part of a “mass protest” against the Trump administration around the country, with smaller events taking place across Colorado.

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Denver Claims Street Homelessness is Halfway Solved. Is It?

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 13, 2025

With new data in hand, Mayor Johnston claimed he’s halfway to solving street homelessness in Denver. We talked to a critic, partner and colleague to see what they think.

Over a Dozen Candidates Emerge in Colorado’s Most Competitive Congressional Districts

Over a Dozen Candidates Emerge in Colorado’s Most Competitive Congressional Districts

By Hannah MetzgerJune 13, 2025

These districts could help decide which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives after the 2026 election.

“Not Your Grandmother’s Postal Service.” USPS Leveling Up In Colorado

“Not Your Grandmother’s Postal Service.” USPS Leveling Up In Colorado

By Catie CheshireJune 12, 2025

Colorado now has over 1,800 new mail trucks on the roads, including exclusive vehicles with all-wheel drive – and a sweet look reminiscent of the Mighty Ducks cartoon.

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How Denver Plans to Solve the City’s Neglected Building Problem

By Catie CheshireJune 11, 2025

In 2024 alone, Denver added 160 buildings to the city’s neglected and derelict building list.

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Denver’s ICE Out! Protest Spills Into Streets, Clashes With Police

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 11, 2025

As the night went on, altercations with law enforcement increased.

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Governor Polis Sued for Allegedly Telling State Employees to Comply With ICE

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 10, 2025

“The Governor’s actions will directly implicate state employees in breaking a law he signed. State agency employees cannot disclose or make accessible personal identifying information.”

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Governor Joins Over 500 Others in Boulder to Support Victims of Anti-Semitic Attack

By Evan SemonJune 4, 2025

The ceremony was intended to “stand against hate” and embrace unity, according to Polis’s office.

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Congresswoman Ilhan Omar Talks Immigration, Global Politics in Denver

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 4, 2025

“We are on the world stage, facilitating human trafficking,” the Democratic congresswoman said of Trump’s deportations.

A man makes a heart.

Jeanette Vizguerra Calls for “New Fight for Civil Rights” From Inside Aurora Detention Center

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 3, 2025

The immigrant activist accepted a human rights award while incarcerated, saying she’s among other “political prisoners.”

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Hundreds of Denver Afghans Face Deportation After Homeland Security Order

By Bennito L. KeltyJune 3, 2025

About 3,000 Afghans came to Colorado after the August 2021 withdrawal, according to local estimates.

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Suspect in Court Today for Anti-Jewish “Act of Terror” on Pearl Street in Boulder

By Brendan Joel KelleyJune 1, 2025

Eight people participating in the weekly walk demanding freedom for Israeli hostages of Hamas were injured, one is a survivor of the Holocaust.

Jared Polis Angers Renters After Veto of Colorado Rent Algorithm Ban

Jared Polis Angers Renters After Veto of Colorado Rent Algorithm Ban

By Catie CheshireMay 30, 2025

“When we have a governor who is choosing to side with tech bros instead of working Coloradans, it’s a sad day in the state of Colorado.”

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Boebert, Evans Yelled at by “Furious” Constituents Over Medicaid Cuts in Big Beautiful Bill

Boebert, Evans Yelled at by “Furious” Constituents Over Medicaid Cuts in Big Beautiful Bill

By Hannah MetzgerMay 29, 2025

“This is life and death. To come here and celebrate that you’re cutting all of these people off of Medicaid is just cruel.”

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