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"In the process of running, I became more and more unconvinced that my impact would be better inside the system than outside the system."
Rayna Kingston drops out of race for House District 5
The influencer and activist says the system is "really broken."
denverite.com
January 22, 2026 at 12:40 AM
"In the process of running, I became more and more unconvinced that my impact would be better inside the system than outside the system."
Atlantis ADAPT sued last month to stop RTD from raising costs for Access-on-Demand, a popular on-demand paratransit program.
But a judge ruled against the nonprofit in the lawsuit’s early stages, casting doubt on whether it would succeed.
But a judge ruled against the nonprofit in the lawsuit’s early stages, casting doubt on whether it would succeed.
Disability rights group drops lawsuit over RTD cost increases
Access-on-Demand provides subsidized rides on Uber and other flexible services.
denverite.com
January 21, 2026 at 10:27 PM
Atlantis ADAPT sued last month to stop RTD from raising costs for Access-on-Demand, a popular on-demand paratransit program.
But a judge ruled against the nonprofit in the lawsuit’s early stages, casting doubt on whether it would succeed.
But a judge ruled against the nonprofit in the lawsuit’s early stages, casting doubt on whether it would succeed.
To get more housing built, Mayor Mike Johnston said the city will continue its effort to improve the permitting system.
Sharp decline in apartment construction is among Denver mayor’s ‘biggest fears’
Mayor Mike Johnston wants the city to help developers build, and he’s lukewarm about its affordable housing law.
denverite.com
January 21, 2026 at 9:26 PM
To get more housing built, Mayor Mike Johnston said the city will continue its effort to improve the permitting system.
“Exceptional. Record-smashing. Disturbingly warm.”
Winter drought continues to deepen across Colorado, threatening spring water supply
The state is having one of the warmest winters on record — the implications could stretch into spring and summer.
www.cpr.org
January 21, 2026 at 6:29 PM
“Exceptional. Record-smashing. Disturbingly warm.”
For when you want to cruise the lake on the Eye of Sauron.
This spring, ride a befuddled duck and evil-looking dragon at City Park and Wash Park
Denver Parks and Recreation is taking over boat rental operations and bringing two new species with it.
denverite.com
January 21, 2026 at 3:58 PM
For when you want to cruise the lake on the Eye of Sauron.
The pollution — per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, better known as PFAS — comes from foam products that firefighters and trainees use to put out fires at the training facility.
Denver polluted Adams County water provider with ‘forever chemicals,’ lawsuit alleges
South Adams County Water and Sanitation says it has spent “tens of millions” responding to Denver Fire Department pollution.
denverite.com
January 21, 2026 at 12:40 AM
The pollution — per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, better known as PFAS — comes from foam products that firefighters and trainees use to put out fires at the training facility.
"Whether or not you're a hardcore skateboarder or you like fidget toys, you played skateboard video games, dude, it's all types of people."
Denver’s sickest tiny skateboarders can be found near Casa Bonita
The metro is home to one of the only miniature “fingerboard” parks in the nation.
denverite.com
January 20, 2026 at 9:26 PM
"Whether or not you're a hardcore skateboarder or you like fidget toys, you played skateboard video games, dude, it's all types of people."
Homicides have been steadily falling since they peaked in 2021, when the city recorded 96 killings.
Denver’s homicide rate dropped faster than national trends
Last year, Denver saw 37 homicides.
denverite.com
January 20, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Homicides have been steadily falling since they peaked in 2021, when the city recorded 96 killings.
Xcel’s “Public Safety Power Shutoffs” may become more common, as Colorado contends with drought and record-high winter temperatures that are making fire “season” a year-round trend.
Businesses crippled by December power outage likely won’t receive any compensation from Xcel
Xcel outages cost small businesses millions of dollars in income and inventory, with no clear path to recovering their losses.
www.cpr.org
January 20, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Xcel’s “Public Safety Power Shutoffs” may become more common, as Colorado contends with drought and record-high winter temperatures that are making fire “season” a year-round trend.
Founded in 1986, Welton Street Cafe became a symbol of Five Points' roots as the historically Black neighborhood grew taller, more gentrified and more expensive and other legacy businesses moved out.
Inside the very slow (and very intentional) reopening of an iconic Denver restaurant
"It takes a downfall, it takes a lot of time, it takes a lot of money and takes a lot of sacrifice."
denverite.com
January 20, 2026 at 12:40 AM
Founded in 1986, Welton Street Cafe became a symbol of Five Points' roots as the historically Black neighborhood grew taller, more gentrified and more expensive and other legacy businesses moved out.
Denver’s Marade is part demonstration, part celebration.
Marchers honor King's mission
This year is the 40th anniversary of the first Marade in Denver.
denverite.com
January 19, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Denver’s Marade is part demonstration, part celebration.
"Cherry Creek had like a little colony of black people. We were here first."
Cherry Creek transformed from one of Denver's first black "colonies" to the high-end neighborhood you know today
Nancelia Jackson has lived in Cherry Creek for 91 years and watched it transform around her.
denverite.com
January 19, 2026 at 9:26 PM
"Cherry Creek had like a little colony of black people. We were here first."
"We know that there's a need out there. And curators know that there's a need out there."
These artists are on a mission to make photography more accessible
Carrie and Ted Tahquechi are pioneering a new art form that enables people with low and no vision to enjoy photography.
www.cpr.org
January 19, 2026 at 6:29 PM
"We know that there's a need out there. And curators know that there's a need out there."
The Marade is today!
What to know about the annual Marade on MLK Day
It'll be a lot warmer than in past years.
denverite.com
January 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The Marade is today!
Denver’s lakes may freeze over this winter, but underneath, there’s something lurking — waiting for the warm weather to return to strike.
Denver’s premier water nerd knows what lurks beneath the lake
It's microscopic and loves warm weather.
denverite.com
January 19, 2026 at 12:40 AM
Denver’s lakes may freeze over this winter, but underneath, there’s something lurking — waiting for the warm weather to return to strike.
Denver’s risk isn’t the same as Boulder County, but it remains real.
Could a wildfire happen in Denver?
Officials say spot fires — not a solid wall of flame — are the biggest concern.
denverite.com
January 18, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Denver’s risk isn’t the same as Boulder County, but it remains real.
Many stock shows have auctions, though few operate at National Western’s scale.
Ranchers pack the pens of the National Western Stock Show to take advantage of historic cattle prices
Cattle auctions take place throughout the 16-day event.
www.cpr.org
January 18, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Many stock shows have auctions, though few operate at National Western’s scale.
Televisions went dark at Denver rec centers on Jan. 1.
Parks and Rec slashed cable at Denver rec centers. Nobody seems to care
The cuts were part of citywide budget-saving efforts.
denverite.com
January 18, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Televisions went dark at Denver rec centers on Jan. 1.
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JUST IN per DPD: The city-wide alert wasn’t meant to be, but regards someone barricading themselves in a house on South Vine.
January 18, 2026 at 3:12 AM
JUST IN per DPD: The city-wide alert wasn’t meant to be, but regards someone barricading themselves in a house on South Vine.
Reposted by Denverite
Everyone’s phones just went off in Union Station. We were pointed to X, which I deleted and which, says a colleague, has nothing.
January 18, 2026 at 3:01 AM
Everyone’s phones just went off in Union Station. We were pointed to X, which I deleted and which, says a colleague, has nothing.
The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day “Marade” returns on Monday morning.
What to know about the annual Marade on MLK Day
It'll be a lot warmer than in past years.
denverite.com
January 18, 2026 at 12:40 AM
The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day “Marade” returns on Monday morning.
The new owners will soon open The Corner On Madison, a grocery store, liquor shop and neighborhood cafe.
Frank’s Food Market in Skyland to find new life as a new grocery
The Corner on Madison aims to fill a gap in Skyland’s food desert.
denverite.com
January 17, 2026 at 9:26 PM
The new owners will soon open The Corner On Madison, a grocery store, liquor shop and neighborhood cafe.
Here's where to catch all the playoff action.
Watch parties and TV listings for Broncos vs. Bills playoff game
We heard there was a game.
denverite.com
January 17, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Here's where to catch all the playoff action.
The city is going back to the drawing board for new designs — and will consider adding housing to the development, which some local leaders had requested.
Denver pauses Colfax police station renovation — perhaps to add housing
Colfax boosters may get their wish.
denverite.com
January 17, 2026 at 3:58 PM
The city is going back to the drawing board for new designs — and will consider adding housing to the development, which some local leaders had requested.
The National Western Stock Show continues this weekend.
Things to do in Denver this weekend, Jan. 16-18
The Broncos play the Bills on Saturday.
denverite.com
January 17, 2026 at 12:40 AM
The National Western Stock Show continues this weekend.