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2024 Denver schools bond: $975 million measure will be on the November ballot
Sign up for Chalkbeat Colorado’s free daily newsletter to get the latest reporting from us, plus curated news from other Colorado outlets, delivered to your inbox.Denver voters will decide in November whether to approve a record-setting $975 million bond measure to benefit Denver Public Schools. The Denver school board voted unanimously Thursday to put the bond question on the November ballot.The bond measure — the largest DPS has ever asked voters to approve — would not require a tax increase for Denver property owners because of how the district has structured previous debt to come off its books, district officials...
Denver mayor defends strategy, insists 'success' mirrors Houston
Despite the increase in homelessness in the city, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston's administration defended its strategy and insisted that its "success" mirrors cities like Houston, Texas. A mayor's spokesperson insisted that Denver saw one of the largest reductions in "unsheltered" homelessness nationwide, and its gains are on par with Houston...
Kayla Marque on Community Connection
Colorado artist, Denver native, and East High School graduate Kayla Marque joins Tree King on Community Connection on Friday, August 16 during the 10 o’clock hour. Coming from a musical family, she has enlightened us with her music for the past 20 years. Kayla is involved with many musical organizations like the Underground Music Showcase, and the Sonic Guild of Colorado to name a few.
Homegrown Balloon Technology Used to Combat Colorado Wildfires
Unfortunately, the state of Colorado is no stranger to wildfires and the summer of 2024 has seen some serious devastation. Colorado has sought help in fighting these fires from firefighters across the state, mushroom growing operations, and even K-9 Units. Colorado Has Three Dogs Aiding in Fighting Wildfires |. As...
Ford Amphitheater is the middle shell in new concert-booking game
The Ford Amphitheater has only been open for a week, but the new Colorado Springs concert venue is already affecting how promoters are scheduling bands throughout Colorado. It’s not yet clear whether promoters are now specifically choosing to schedule their bands at the 8,000-seat Ford Amphitheater in northern Colorado Springs instead of playing in Denver at either the 9,545-seat Red Rocks Amphitheatre 63 miles away in Morrison, or at the 18,000-seat Fiddler’s Green just 45 miles to the north in Greenwood Village. ...
Housing first, housing plus: How counties in metro Denver tackle homelessness
The increase in Denver's homeless population wiped out any gains made by other counties in the metropolis. All told, the population rose by nearly a thousand people in the metro region compared to the year before, according to the annual point in time count. But the sheer size of Denver's...
Denver school bus driver saves 14 kids when bus catches fire
A school bus driver in Aurora, Colorado, saved 14 children when their school bus caught fire earlier this week. As the driver was making a turn, he noticed smoke coming from the dashboard and quickly pulled over to evacuate the children. His prompt and calm response ensured that all the children were safely off the bus before the fire spread.
Broncos fans will get to see Justin Simmons after all in 2024 season
Well, if any Denver Broncos fans were still holding out hope that the team might bring back former Pro Bowl and All-Pro safety Justin Simmons this year, that hope is officially gone. Simmons is reportedly joining the Atlanta Falcons and their revamped roster this season, ending his extremely elongated free agency.
CU notes: Buffs gearing up for Friday night practice in Denver
There won’t be anywhere near 50,000 fans in the stands at All-City Stadium on Friday night, but for the Colorado Buffaloes, it’s an opportunity to shine in front of their faithful. “We’re gonna turn the lights on,” graduate assistant Warren Sapp said this week. “Some of our guys...
Colorado expands full-day preschool to more children
Colorado is moving toward making good on its promise of free, full-day preschool for all children. Why it matters: The program is Gov. Jared Polis' signature priority, but its beleaguered rollout has failed to meet demand, providing most students with only half-day preschool. State of play: This year, more than...
Broncos release depth chart for Week 2 of preseason
The Denver Broncos have unveiled their depth chart ahead of a showdown with the Green Bay Packers in Week 2 of NFL preseason. The depth chart will look familiar to anyone who paid attention to the team’s initial depth chart release last week. That’s because coach Sean Payton has not made any lineup changes since the original depth chart.
‘I’m not concerned with that,’ Broncos coach Sean Payton tells Kay Adams after fears over rookie quarterback Bo Nix
DENVER Broncos head coach Sean Payton is not worried about quarterback Bo Nix’s age. The former Oregon standout was drafted with the No. 12 overall NFL pick at the age of 24, making him one of the oldest rookie QBs in the league. Nix spent three seasons at Auburn before playing for the Ducks for […]
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