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Colorado's spring season offers a variety of events, including the Bluebird Music Festival and the Cinco De Mayo Festival. Highlights include free concerts at the Denver Botanic Gardens and Levitt Pavilion, as well as local sports events featuring the Colorado Rapids and Rockies.
Denver's rooftop bars prepare for patio season, offering scenic views and unique experiences. Five standout locations include Stellar Jay, known for its views of Civic Center Park, and 54thirty, the city's highest rooftop bar. These venues provide a mix of luxury and accessibility for locals and visitors alike.
The Colfax Marathon weekend begins May 16, 2025, prompting road closures and increased traffic in Denver. Organizers anticipate significant participation from local runners.
The article discusses two homicide cases reported at Denver Health Medical Center, involving victims of gunshot wounds. It highlights the circumstances surrounding the incidents, including the locations and responses from emergency services. The coverage underscores the ongoing issues of violence in the community and the medical examiner's involvement in determining the causes of death.
A recent audit follow-up report indicates that Denver has made some improvements in its homeless encampment response program, but significant challenges remain. Key issues include inadequate expense tracking, lack of contract oversight, and insufficient equitable access to services for the homeless population. Denver Auditor Timothy M. O’Brien emphasized the need for immediate action to address these ongoing risks.
Educators and community members rallied for public school funding outside the Colorado Capitol on March 20, 2025.
A recent audit follow-up report reveals that Denver has made strides in addressing homelessness but still faces challenges in expense tracking, contract oversight, and equitable services. While the city has partially implemented some recommendations from the initial audit, significant gaps remain that could affect vulnerable populations. The Auditor's Office emphasizes the need for immediate action to resolve these issues and ensure effective use of taxpayer dollars.
Multiple people sustained injuries during an attack at Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, Colorado, amid a protest for the release of hostages. The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding the protest's cause.
The article titled "Do Business With the City" promotes an upcoming event aimed at enhancing small business opportunities through city contracts. Scheduled for March 18, 2025, in English, West Virginia, the event focuses on government procurement and supporting minority and disadvantaged groups. It highlights the city's commitment to sustainability and cultural diversity in its business practices.
Sepp Kuss of Team Jumbo-Visma won the overall leader jersey after stage 20 of the 2023 La Vuelta cycling tour on September 16, 2023. The stage covered 207.8 km between Manzanares el Real and Guadarrama.