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Across Denver, coverage here takes in government, elections, policy and civic life. Reporting includes municipal decisions, legislative developments and matters of public interest.

Judge Orders ICE Denver Director to Court

Judge Orders ICE Denver Director to Court

A federal judge in Colorado is requiring information on immigrants re-detained shortly after court-ordered releases.

Live Poll

Should ICE be allowed to re-arrest people immediately after a judge orders their release?


Elections

Live Poll

Would you support a democratic socialist representing your area in Congress?

Elections

Kiros Leads Early in Denver's 1st District Race

Democrat Melat Kiros took an early lead over challengers in Colorado's 1st Congressional District, which nearly coincides with Denver's city limits.

Kiros Leads Early in Denver's 1st District Race

City Hall

Live Poll

Are rising costs for local city utility services becoming too difficult for your household to afford?

City Hall

Denver City Council Requested Trash Program Review

The council has called for a formal evaluation of the city's volume-based trash service amid growing financial concerns.

Denver City Council Requested Trash Program Review

Political Parties

Live Poll

Do you think the Democratic Party should prioritize moderates over progressives to win elections?

Political Parties

Majority Democrats to Host Denver Conference Nov. 12-14

The independent What's Next conference, not an official Democratic Party event, will gather party figures in Denver with registration closed and a waitlist open.

Majority Democrats to Host Denver Conference Nov. 12-14

Civic Engagement

Civic Engagement

Denver Sister Cities Names Interim Board

Denver Sister Cities International has named an interim six-member Board and raised its Colorado Gives goal to $10,000 as it manages ten partnerships.

Denver Sister Cities Names Interim Board

Military

Live Poll

Should NFL players be publicly recognized for supporting military veterans?

Military

Broncos Nominate Sean Payton for Salute to Service

Denver selected its head coach as the team's nominee for the 2026 NFL award honoring military community commitment.

Broncos Nominate Sean Payton for Salute to Service

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Coverage takes in government proceedings, local elections, policy implementation and the broader civic issues that shape daily life. Reporting reaches across the city and the communities around it as municipal matters intersect with larger state or national trends. Public hearings and budget sessions define the cycle of policy, creating a rhythm of activity that peaks during active election seasons. Legislative debates and public opinion shifts drive the most significant stories that affect residents.