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David Heitz
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Writer for NewsBreak, dx'd schizoaffective disorder bipolar one type, gay. Been in the news business since age 17. Very high functioning despite my diagnosis -- haven't felt this stable ever.
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Denver’s Civic Center Park makeover: $40 million for phase one - NewsBreak
The first phase of Denver’s Civic Center Park makeover will cost almost $40 million, according to a construction contract the City Council will consider Mo
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November 17, 2025 at 8:11 AM
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Opinion: Sinister realities for Denverites experiencing homelessness - NewsBreak
The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this report. People experiencing homelessness often are criticized for declining help. Some peop
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November 17, 2025 at 8:11 AM
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Opinion: Sinister realities for Denverites experiencing homelessness - NewsBreak
The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this report. People experiencing homelessness often are criticized for declining help. Some peop
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November 17, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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Opinion: The maintenance man stole my things: Serious mental illness in Denver homeless housing - NewsBreak
I often become aggravated with my neighbors in homeless housing at Fusion Studios in Denver, a Colorado Coalition for the Homeless property. Many of them s
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November 17, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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RVs and homelessness: What Denver could do about it besides expensive enforcement - NewsBreak
Living in a recreational vehicle may sound liberating on the surface. But in fact, RVs can be a money hog. If you plan on living in an RV parked on the str
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November 17, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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City of Denver to spend almost $63 million on office furniture during next five years - NewsBreak
A Denver City Council committee is set to approve almost $63 million in contracts Tuesday for office furniture at city buildings. The Finance and Business
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November 17, 2025 at 8:09 AM
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Denver requires Salvation Army Crossroads homeless shelter to host celebrations - NewsBreak
It seems a bit out of place: A homeless shelter hosting “celebrations.” But that’s just what the $4.7 million contract ordered for Denver’s Crossroads shel
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November 17, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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Migrant facing homelessness caring for seven kids pleads with Denver Council for help - NewsBreak
A Latina Haitian migrant with five children of her own and caring for two youngsters that belong to her sister-in-law pleaded with the Denver City Council
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November 17, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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Denver landlord blasts eviction help for drug users, asks council to vote down $2.8 million contract - NewsBreak
A Denver landlord asked the City Council Monday not to approve a $2.8 million contract with an organization that she says provides eviction legal assistanc
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November 17, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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Homeless Coalition closing Park Avenue Inn, offers residents rooms at Renewal Village - NewsBreak
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is closing Park Avenue Inn, a hotel shelter it owns and operates, and some residents aren’t happy about where they’ll b
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November 17, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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Urban Alchemy, set to take over Denver 'TroubleTree' homeless hotel, hires ex-cons, has strict rules - NewsBreak
The non-profit taking over management of the former DoubleTree Hotel at 4040 Quebec, now owned by the City and County of Denver and named The Aspen, hires
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November 17, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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Violent crime dips in Aurora but arrests for some crimes are up, police say - NewsBreak
Violent crime in Aurora has dipped significantly, according to statistics released by the Aurora Police Department, but arrests for some crimes are up. Hom
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November 17, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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Aurora may eliminate Veterans' Commission after all - NewsBreak
After deciding at their Aug. 11 meeting not to eliminate the Veterans’ Commission, the Aurora City Council may change their minds. The council will vote Mo
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November 17, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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Opinion: Homeless hotel diary: President Trump, please don’t take away my voucher - NewsBreak
The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this article. President Trump, I am begging you. Please don’t let me become homeless again. You
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November 17, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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Flare-wielding Denver skydivers reported as UFOs, other Colorado UAP sightings go unexplained - NewsBreak
The National UFO Reporting Center received four reports of unidentified flying objects in Denver Nov. 5. The spectacle turned out to be skydivers with flar
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November 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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Denver council won't fund another family homeless shelter despite children sleeping on the streets - NewsBreak
The Denver City Council on Monday voted against amending the city budget to fund another family shelter in 2026 for $9 million. A proposal by council membe
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November 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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🎉 💊 Happy Pharmacy Technician Day!
At CCH, our amazing pharmacy technicians play an essential role in keeping our pharmacy services running smoothly. From preparing and refilling medications to assisting patients with compassion & care.
Thank you for your commitment to keeping our community healthy!
October 21, 2025 at 10:55 PM
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Helping the chronically homeless: Denver Rescue Mission wins $1 million city contract - NewsBreak
The Denver City Council approved Monday a contract for more than $1 million with Denver Rescue Mission to provide intensive case management to people exper
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October 22, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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Denver police shoot homeless man in face, D.A. finds no wrongdoing, warrant issued for advocate - NewsBreak
Denver police shot a homeless man in the face Aug. 25 after they believed he had a lethal gun. The weapon, which never is shown in police body camera video
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October 22, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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‘Get the Flock out of here,’ Denverites tell City Council - NewsBreak
Several people during public comment period at the Denver City Council meeting Monday blasted Mayor Mike Johnston for making an end-run around the council’
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October 22, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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Aurora develops list of youths prone to gun violence; extending marijuana tax wins initial approval - NewsBreak
The Aurora City Council gave initial approval during a study session Monday to continue funding the SAVE program, which identifies youth at risk for gun vi
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October 22, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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Aurora council meeting resembles 'Hollywood Squares' episode as tempers flare - NewsBreak
Aurora City Council member Crystal Murillo said it best at the conclusion of Monday’s City Council meeting. “Yeah, I’m sure people love watching our meetin
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October 22, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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Opinion: Fears of Halloween candy laced with fentanyl is pure hysteria - NewsBreak
The author used artificial intellience in the crafting of this article. More than 50 years ago, Ronald Clark O’Bryan of Texas gave his son a Pixy Stix lace
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October 22, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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Homeless advocates dispute Denver mayor's claim city reduced unsheltered homelessness by 45% - NewsBreak
A homeless advocacy group is disputing Denver Mayor Mike Johnston’s claim that the city has reduced unsheltered homelessness by 45% since 2023. Housekeys A
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October 22, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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They've started a general store at the homeless hotel where I live. My latest for NewsBreak. www.newsbreak.com/david-heitz-...
Opinion: Homeless hotel diary: General store rewards responsibility - NewsBreak
Fusion Studios, the former hotel turned into homeless, housing where I live, is reviving a general store of sorts on site. Tenants will be able to buy toil
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October 4, 2025 at 9:43 PM