DENVER CITY COUNCIL

Mar 27 2026CRIME

Jersey City Takes Action Against Unlicensed Smoke Shops

City officials in Jersey City have taken decisive steps to curb unlicensed smoke shops that are operating without proper permits. Five businesses were shut down after a coordinated effort by the local police and federal partners, which also led to several arrests. The crackdown followed complaints f

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Mar 17 2026SPORTS

Broncos Grab Speedy Wide Receiver Jaylen Waddle in Bold Draft Trade

Denver’s newest move is a shocker after a quiet free‑agency start. The Broncos swapped their 2026 first‑round pick (30th overall) plus a third‑ and fourth‑round selection for Miami’s speedy receiver Jaylen Waddle, who also comes with a 2026 fourth‑round pick. Waddle, known for his blistering spee

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Feb 17 2026CRIME

New Chicago Dungeon Under Scrutiny

City Hall has moved to pause a business that operates as a “sex dungeon” while officials decide how it fits into the city’s rules. The shutdown comes after a past case involving a woman who ran a high‑end brothel that attracted thousands of clients and earned over a million dollars. That woman, know

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Denver's Big Plans: Housing, Safety, and Downtown Revival

Denver's mayor, Mike Johnston, recently shared his plans for the city's future. He wants to tackle several big issues. First, he aims to reduce crime, especially gun-related violence. Second, he wants to help more people find homes and get off the streets. Third, he plans to boost downtown Denver by

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Jan 21 2026WEATHER

Denver's Chilly Week Ahead: What's in Store?

Denver's weather is about to take a nippy turn. After a relatively mild start to the week, things are set to get frosty. The big words being tossed around are "polar vortex" and "arctic cold front. " These terms might sound dramatic, but they basically mean a big chill is coming. The whole country i

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Jan 09 2026HEALTH

Unlocking Local Change: How Councillors Use Research for Better Communities

Councillors in England hold significant power over local services. Yet, there's a big question: how do they use research to make decisions that affect people's health and well-being? This is where the Health Determinants Research Collaborations (HDRCs) come in. These groups were set up to help local

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Jan 04 2026SPORTS

Denver's Sports Teams Face Early 2026 Struggles

Denver's sports scene is off to a bumpy start in 2026. The Colorado Avalanche and Denver Nuggets are both dealing with injuries to key players, which could impact their seasons. The Avalanche have placed goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood on injured reserve with a lower body injury. Blackwood had been

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Denver's Transportation: A Vision Lost?

Denver's transportation progress is at a standstill. The city's leaders are not prioritizing safety. This is clear from recent decisions. For example, a planned safety project in West Wash Park was canceled. Wealthy residents complained. The city spent $100, 000 to change the design. This happened w

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Dec 11 2025WEATHER

Denver's Mornings Light Up with Colorful Surprises

Denver's early risers have been treated to a stunning display of colors in the sky this week. The sunrises have been particularly vibrant, with hues of blue, pink, purple, orange, and red painting the morning sky. This is not just a coincidence, but a result of specific weather conditions and atmosp

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Nov 28 2025WEATHER

Denver's Weekend Weather: A Chilly Turn

Denver is in for a weather shift this weekend, with a drop in temperatures and a light dusting of snow. The change starts late Friday and sticks around through the weekend. First, it's going to be warm on Friday. The high will be around 62 degrees. But don't get used to it. Things are about to chan

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