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The Sunriser | Gov. Polis vetoes rent algorithm bill

Gov. Jared Polis vetoed a bill aimed at banning rent-setting algorithms, citing potential negative impacts on the rental market. The legislation was intended to protect consumers from rising housing costs driven by technology.

Bird numbers have dropped in the metro, but counting them can still inspire hope

Meredith McBurney leads bird banding efforts at the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies in Littleton, where researchers track yellow warblers to study their populations. Despite the ongoing decline in bird numbers, McBurney finds hope in engaging the community and educating future generations.

Dope Lemon Turns the Fillmore Into a Psychedelic Playground: Review

Dope Lemon transformed the Fillmore into a psychedelic playground during their concert on May 29, 2025. The Australian indie-rocker captivated the audience with a blend of mystical influences and engaging performances.

What to know about measles, now that Colorado has recorded more cases in a year than in all of the prior decade

Colorado confirmed its seventh measles case this year, prompting increased vaccination efforts among residents. The latest case involves a vaccinated adult who traveled internationally, highlighting the importance of vaccination amid rising cases.

The top summer happenings in Denver

Denver prepares for a lively summer with concerts, amusement parks, and events at Coors Field. Local favorites include the Colorado Renaissance Festival and the Denver Chalk Art Festival. Residents and visitors can expect an array of entertainment options throughout the season.

Things to do this weekend, May 31-June 1

The Goldengrass Bluegrass Weekend festival begins Thursday in Golden with 11 musical acts and activities for families, offering free admission. Meanwhile, the "Pink Pony Club: Chappell Roan Night" dance party kicks off Pride Month in Denver, also at no cost. Additional events include HearseCon 2025 in Aurora and the Women+Film Festival celebrating female filmmakers.

Every Restaurant Opening and Closing in May

Denver's food scene sees significant changes with multiple restaurant openings and closings reported for May 2025.

Denver Tenant Sues Landlords Over Retaliation for Union Organizing

A Denver tenant filed a lawsuit against property managers for retaliating against her union organizing efforts. The suit claims the lease's anti-union clause violates Denver law protecting tenant organizing.

Annual Colorado youth report shows improvements in mental health, early childhood education but more kids experiencing homelessness

The Colorado Children’s Campaign released the 2025 Kids Count data book, revealing improvements in youth mental health and early childhood education but a troubling rise in child homelessness. The report indicates a 28% increase in homeless students from 2023 to 2024.

Rich renters are on the rise in metro Denver

Wealthy renters in metro Denver increased to 6.9% in 2023, slightly above 2019 figures, yet still below the national average of 7.9%. This trend reflects a broader rise in affluent renters across many U.S. cities, impacting the local rental market dynamics.

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