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How to Deal With High Elevation When You Arrive in Colorado

Your skin is dry, and you’re sucking wind. But why, exactly? We talked to a physician to learn more about how elevation impacts us so drastically.

Aurora Police Officers Allegedly Reenacted Elijah McClain’s Death

The officers, who have now been placed on administrative leave, are under investigation for taking inappropriate photos at the memorial for Elijah McClain in Aurora.

Denver Public Schools Plans to Open for In-School Learning in August

Families that don’t feel comfortable sending their kids to school will have an online-learning alternative.

Reasons to Love Denver: Governor Jared Polis

His empathy carried us through the early days of the pandemic. But we’ll need an even greater show of compassion to heal our fractured communities.

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Museums and More: 9 Denver Cultural Institutions Reopening Right Now

From art museums to the zoo, we explain how and when to book visits at some of our favorite cultural and historic institutions as the Mile High City slowly reopens.

Gov. Polis Warns of COVID-19 Making a Comeback in Colorado

While Colorado is better off than many states, Polis fears new outbreaks—like a recent one among students in Boulder—will erupt if we’re not careful.

Inside RTD’s Decision to Cut Bus & Train Service During Denver’s Protests

When protests erupted downtown two weeks ago, RTD had a tough call on its hands. Here’s how its leaders made the decision to halt service—and how vulnerable communities were impacted.

3 Denver Bike Rides You Should Try This Summer

Regardless of your ability level, we’ve mapped out a ride for you.

Activism and Faith Intersect at Vigil for George Floyd

Denver’s demonstrations against police brutality struck a more reverential tone on the night of Floyd’s funeral service.

This is Not a Good Time for a Campfire

Forests are dry and firefighters face perilous conditions due to COVID-19. As we look toward the long weekend, it’s more important than ever to heed fire restrictions and think twice about putting smoke in the air.

Hickenlooper vs. Romanoff: U.S. Senate Primary Ballot Is Now Set

The once-crowded Democratic field has narrowed to two men, who will square off in June for a chance to defeat Sen. Cory Gardner in November.

Meet Denver’s Transportation Chief Eulois Cleckley

The executive director of the Department of Infrastructure and Transportation is tasked with modernizing Denver’s transit system (no small task). Here, he weighs in on the city’s goals, challenges, and more.

5 Big Ideas to Transform Denver’s Infrastructure

We spoke to transportation experts and mobility advocates about how we might create ideal infrastructure—you know, if money wasn’t holding us back.

The Transportation Challenge: Can You Change the Way You Move?

Three 5280 staffers set out to do just that. Did it work—and will we be able to keep it up?

Does Denver Have What it Takes to Be a Great Bike City?

The local cycling community has a vision with energy—and some money—behind it. But Denver’s bike infrastructure remains inconsistent and unconnected. What would it take to make that change?

The Commuter Chronicles: Denver Transportation Past, Present, and Future

From stalled traffic to bike infrastructure, we look at how Denver moves and how we can improve the complicated transportation network.

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This CU Professor’s Research Could Hold a Clue to Treating COVID-19

Dr. Mercedes Rincon has studied a relatively obscure molecule that’s often present in the lungs of COVID-19 patients for nearly three decades.

Stay-At-Home Orders Extended & Other COVID-19 News

Speaking from the governor’s residence on Monday night, Jared Polis provided an update on the state’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what else you should know as we enter a critical phase.

The Best Denver Sports Games You Can Watch for Free

The Denver sports scene might be paused for the time being due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but there are still plenty of classic Broncos, Rockies, Nuggets, and Avalanche games available for your viewing pleasure.

Quick Links to the Colorado Resources You Need During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Our journalists rounded up some helpful links for you to find information during the COVID-19 stay-at-home orders.

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