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Latino and Black poverty rates in Colorado are near historic lows, but economic stability remains elusive
Despite falling poverty rates, Latino and Black Coloradans were still about twice as likely to live in poverty as white Coloradans.
Health risks, money, rape: Why these Colorado women had abortions
The Denver Post spoke to eight people about their abortions, including why they chose to end their pregnancies and what it was like for them.
Supporters of Tina Peters are going after other Colorado clerks. Here鈥檚 what they want.
Colorado county clerks, like other local elections officials across the country, have been facing increased pressure from people trying to cast doubt on the integrity of U.S. elections spreading the...
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Denver weather: Roads washed out in Morgan County
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch early Friday morning for parts of the state, including Denver, because of possible flash flooding from heavy rainfall.
Lawsuit alleges excessive force during traffic stop of Black man by Aurora police
The Aurora Police Department is facing another lawsuit alleging excessive force against a Black man, this time during a 2021 traffic stop that ended in the man being dragged out...
Chinamans Canyon should be renamed, Colorado geographic naming board recommends
The 2.2-mile-long valley in Las Animas County northwest of Trinidad carrying the derogatory "Chinaman" term should be renamed to Toisan Canyon, Colorado's Geographic Naming Advisory Board unanimously voted on Thursday.
“Banking while Black”: Woman sues Chase Bank alleging discrimination at Aurora branch
A Black woman is suing JP Morgan Chase Bank and one of its managers over allegations that the branch manager in Aurora discriminated against her because of her race and...
Mayor Mike Coffman contributes $10,000 to campaign to broaden the powers of Aurora mayor’s office
The campaign for a proposed ballot measure that would give more authority to Aurora's mayor if passed has become even more heated in recent weeks, most recently with a lawsuit.
A Colorado homeless shelter votes to unionize, citing work conditions, lack of pay and support
Employees of a Denver nonprofit working with homeless youth voted to unionize their workplace, making Urban Peak the first homeless shelter in Colorado to unionize.
“Strong mayor” ballot initiative, backed by Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman, clears first signature hurdle
An effort led by Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman asking voters to make a change to the city's charter to give the mayor more power is one step closer to making...
Here’s what we learned from the closed-door school board meeting that DPS fought to keep secret
The newly released recording of the Denver Board of Education鈥檚 closed-door meeting the day after the East High School shooting shows board members working to craft a policy to put...
Brighton police suspect speed, impairment contributed to fatal crash
One person died in a crash in early Sunday morning in Brighton.
Denver weather: Above-normal high temps expected to continue in metro area Sunday and into the week
The forecast in Denver calls for sunny skies and a high of 96 degrees Sunday, with a low around 77. Although scattered showers are expected in the afternoon after 4...