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Former U.S. Department of Justice litigator Hetal Doshi announced her candidacy for Colorado attorney general in the 2026 election. She joins a competitive Democratic primary, following current AG Phil Weiser's decision to run for governor. Doshi's campaign focuses on defending the rule of law, combating corporate power, and protecting civil rights.
Metro Denver faces a homebuyer's market with over 4,800 more sellers than buyers, marking a 42% gap, according to Redfin's April estimates. However, the median sale price of $585,046 poses challenges for many prospective homeowners. The area also recorded its highest unsold listings in over a decade, with nearly 14,000 properties available.
Denver limits cannabis shops in specific neighborhoods to prevent oversaturation, with Overland leading at 13 dispensaries. The Department of Excise and Licenses reported a 21% drop in total storefront licenses since 2020, reflecting financial challenges in the marijuana industry.
The Boulder Molotov cocktail attack victim count increased to 15, including one dog, as authorities announced additional charges against the suspect. Mohamed Sabry Soliman faces a federal hate crime charge and multiple counts of attempted murder, potentially leading to a maximum sentence of 384 years. A community vigil is set for Wednesday to support the victims.
Dog surrenders at the Denver Animal Shelter increased by 237% compared to 2019, prompting a call for community support. The shelter reported a troubling rise in emaciated dogs, with approximately 50 dogs currently available for adoption.
Organizers launched the Courageous Colorado listening tour to reshape state politics and elections by 2030. The initiative stems from a failed campaign for all-candidate primaries and ranked choice voting, aiming to address partisanship. Key ideas include campaign finance reform and civic education.
Denver City Council members discussed a proposal to implement ranked choice voting (RCV) for municipal elections, which could simplify the voting process and save about $2 million by eliminating runoff elections. Proponents argue RCV could increase voter turnout, while critics cite potential declines in participation, referring to experiences in other cities. The proposal requires voter approval to be enacted.
Peyton Manning joins the ownership group of Denver's new professional women's soccer team, announced on June 3, 2025. Manning aims to support women's sports and contribute to building a club for the local community. The team plans to debut in the 2026 NWSL season.
The Colorado Rockies secured their 10th victory of the season against the Miami Marlins, marking the team's first double-digit win in 2025. With a record of 10-50, the Rockies are experiencing the worst start in the modern baseball era. They aim to win their first series since September 2024 in the upcoming game against Miami.
Eight Colorado companies made the 2025 Fortune 500 list, with Arrow Electronics leading at $27.9 billion in revenue. The state's representation declined from ten companies in 2023 to eight in 2025, with three-quarters of the companies dropping in rankings.