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Governor John Hickenlooper: The Exit Interview

Geologist. Brewpub owner. Mayor. Governor. Presidential hopeful. We look back at the (mostly) charmed political life of the man we all know as Hick.

By Geoff Van Dyke

Weed Goes Gourmet

A Denver-based cannabis confectioner goes all in on flavor.

By Peter Moore

Are You Part of Colorado’s Gig Economy?

Freelancer. Side Hustler. Solopreneur. What exactly is the gig economy, who’s contributing to it, and what does it look like in Colorado?

By Daliah Singer

Why Are Achievement Gaps So Wide at Denver Public Schools?

The answers might be found in these students' stories.

By Spencer Campbell

Operation: Embed

A letter from the editor of the November 2018 issue of 5280.

By Geoff Van Dyke

On the Front Line: Embedded With American Female Combat Soldiers in Afghanistan

This past spring, the U.S. Army sent a gender-integrated howitzer crew to a war zone for one of the first times. We embedded with the Fort Carson unit on its historic mission in Afghanistan.

By Kasey Cordell

Jared Polis Wants to Disrupt Colorado Politics

The Democratic candidate for governor has spent his career disrupting the status quo—both in business and politics. Now, he hopes his progressive ideas will win him the state’s highest position, and give him the opportunity to change the course of Colorado history.

By Lisa Wirthman

For Asylum-Seekers Who Passed Through Aurora, the Saga Is Just Beginning

About 75 parents, mostly women, were separated from their children and detained at Aurora's ICE processing center over the summer as the Trump administration’s “zero-tolerance” immigration policy was put into effect. Now, these families are facing years-long waits just to have their asylum cases heard.

By Chris Outcalt

Denver Tightens Its Grip on Affordable Housing Stock

On Monday, Denver City Council passed a new ordinance to extend the lifespan of one of its most critical resources: income-restricted rental units.

By Haley Gray

More Girls Than Ever Are Playing High School Football

As kicker, Alexa Karsel was the first female player to score for Lyons Middle-Senior High School’s football team. She’s one of thousands of girls playing high school football nationwide.

By Christoph Ludwig

Will Denver Vote to Fund More Mental Health and Addiction Services?

Caring 4 Denver, a proposal on the 2018 Denver ballot, would fund local mental health and addiction services through a .25 percent tax rate increase.

By Daliah Singer

Why a Parks, Trails, and Open Space Tax Is Being Proposed in Denver

The Parks, Trails, and Open Space Tax—aka Referred Question 2A—on the Denver ballot would address a problem you may not have thought we had: maintaining and creating public green spaces.

By Daliah Singer

Can Walker Stapleton Win the West?

For the Republican candidate, the path to the governor's office is through Colorado's rural communities. Will his appeal to conservative voters be enough?

By Jay Bouchard

How Justice Brett Kavanaugh Could Impact Choice in Colorado

While Colorado is known for unrestricted access to reproductive healthcare and abortion, local advocates still worry about the impact a right-leaning Supreme Court could have on services and providers.

By Angela Ufheil

Rockies’ Season Fizzles, But Don’t Forget Their 2018 Success

We take a look at the highlights and the lowlights from an exciting season of Mile High baseball.

By Matt Johnson

Colorado Ballot 2018: What Every Voter Should Know

We break down the 13 initiatives on the ballot this year, so you can focus on rocking the vote.

By Haley Gray

The Only Gubernatorial Debate Schedule You Need

Colorado gubernatorial candidates Democrat Jared Polis and Republican Walker Stapleton are facing off in a series of six debates across the state this month. We've hunted down all the details, so all you need to do is tune in (and vote).

By Erin Skarda

Razor’s Red Electric Scooters Are Now Zipping Around Denver

The company best known for its kick scooters dropped 350 e-scooters in Denver this week, bringing the total to 1,400 as the city scrambles to keep up.

By Jay Bouchard

Rocktober Is On: What to Expect From the Rockies’ Postseason Run

After knocking off the Cubs in 13 innings, the Rockies are off to Milwaukee. Here, we break down Tuesday's drama and size up the Rockies' odds against the red-hot Brewers.

By Matt Johnson

Denver’s Medical Examiner Gets New Digs

The Office of the Medical Examiner has a new home—with an award-winning design.

By Natasha Gardner

The Alliance Center Wants to See More Sustainable Companies in Colorado

On October 1, the Alliance Center officially took over a program that helps local businesses earn and maintain B Corporation status.

By Megan Anthony

DIA Kills Its “You Are Delaying the Departure of This Train” Message

This obit honors the passive-aggressive announcement that inspired irritation, giggles, and surprise from riders of Denver International Airport's train over the years.

By Brittany Anas

Colorado’s Attorney General Candidates Weigh in on Six Key Issues

Before casting your ballot in the midterm election, find out how AG candidates Phil Weiser and George Brauchler compare on the issues.

By Natasha Gardner

Groundbreaking New Tennis Facility Set to Open in Denver

The $14 million complex aims to both boost the sport's esteem locally and encourage underprivileged kids to be more active.

By Shane Monaghan

Last Rights

A letter from the editor of the October 2018 issue of 5280.

By Geoff Van Dyke

Small-Town Injustice: The Aftermath of a Police Officer’s Murder Conviction in Rocky Ford

When a Rocky Ford police officer was convicted of murder after shooting a young man in 2014, residents of the Eastern Plains town might have believed that the criminal justice system had worked to protect the community. So why does the Rocky Ford Police Department seem more powerful—and less accountable—than ever?

By Robert Sanchez

What You Need to Know About Amendment 74

The proposed change to the Colorado Constitution would require private property owners to be compensated when a law or regulation reduces the market value of their property. If passed, it would make Colorado's property law the most extreme in the nation.

By Haley Gray

Can Colorado Burn Its Way Out of a Wildfire Crisis?

This year has been one of the most active fire seasons in Colorado history, featuring some of the largest, most intense wildfires the state has ever seen. Now, land managers hope prescribed burns can counteract the disturbing trend before it’s too late.

By Jay Bouchard

Ken Schroeppel Wants the City to Put Pedestrians Over Parking Lots

The founder of Denver Infill has made it his mission to thoroughly document Denver’s development, for better or worse. But there’s one change he believes can’t happen soon enough: the eradication of surface parking lots.

By Eric Ruble

Inside the Historic Investigation That Ousted a Colorado Representative

As Colorado’s legislature grapples with how to reform its workplace harassment policies, House Majority Leader KC Becker shares exclusive details about the investigation into complaints against Steve Lebsock earlier this year.

By Lisa Wirthman