Forecasting Colorado’s Environmental Future

Denver's updated Climate Action Plan takes a local look at a global problem.

An Inside Look at the Denver Police Department

Mutual mistrust between citizens and the police has rarely been higher in America, and Denver is no exception. What’s being done on both sides of the thin blue line to remedy this—and is it enough?

7 Questions With: Denver Mayor Michael Hancock

Fresh off his victory in the election, Mayor Michael Hancock talks to 5280 about his second term, Denver's growth, and how he balances work and family. 

5 Things We Learned From Our Conversation with Mayor Hancock

At the first event in a series hosted by 5280, Denver Mayor Michael Hancock answered reader questions about everything from marijuana to homelessness.

Big (Possible) Plans for Stock Show Complex

A feasibility study released this week suggests a new arena and livestock stadium for the National Western site, but the price has yet to be determined.

Day One of Rec Pot Sales Goes Off Without a Hitch

Thousands of people flooded marijuana dispensaries across the state yesterday as recreational marijuana sales kicked off in Colorado.

Politics: Bagging It

Denver’s city council will consider a proposal on Monday that would add a five cent fee for every paper or plastic bag that consumers use in the city. If the bill passes the initial vote, a public hearing—and a final vote—will happen later this month.

New Safety Campaign Will Ask Drivers To Keep “Heads Up”

Denver’s had a series of auto-pedestrian crashes this year, which has pushed city leaders to find ways to raise awareness about the issue.

Talking Points

Ever wish you could ask the mayor about urban development, or a battalion chief about fighting the Waldo Canyon fire, or a Nobel Prize winner about the nature of reality? In our first-ever Interview Issue, we asked 18 of the city’s brightest, most outspoken leaders and personalities those questions, and many more. Turn the page to hear them speak out—in their own words.

Biz: New Redevelopment Plan Steams Ahead at Former CU Site

Denver officials announced this week that a supermarket giant—and other businesses—want to be part of a massive redevelopment near Colorado Boulevard.

National Western Stock Show Staying in Denver

Denver officials will put together a plan to use the historic stockyards year-round, which could help offset maintenance and improvement costs.

Beer Buzz: What’s Your Favorite Beer?

Costume Party

Our tongue-in-cheek picks for what Denver big shots should wear this Halloween.

The DNC: Four Years Later…

Travel: Southwest Airlines’ Colorado One

Rant and Rave: Downtown Parking and Recycling

Batter Up

Every season, Rockies players pick the tune that’ll play as they stride up to home plate. At press time, 2012’s at-bat songs were still TBD, so we asked some of Denver’s bigwigs to choose a “walk-up” song for themselves.

The Fifty

We rank the 50 most powerful people in Denver.

An Exclusive Preview: The 50

On the Scene: Occupy Denver

The countdown has begun. Will protesters vacate Veteran's Park? And what happens if they don't?

Why Hancock Won