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Housing, homelessness, public safety among Denver mayor’s 2025 priorities

Painting a city gripped by worries over deportations, high cost of living and economic struggles, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston on Wednesday unveiled his goals for the year, saying he will focus on resolving familiar challenges — housing, homelessness and safety.  

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New internal detective bureau allows RTD officers to now investigate crimes on district properties

RTD Police Department in Denver launched its new internal detective bureau on Tuesday, the Regional Transportation District shared in a press release. This is the first time in the agency’s history it will be able to directly investigate crimes that take place on RTD properties. 

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Durango school board doubles down on DEI and keeps their LGBTQ+ and BLM flags raised

“Flags do not harm kids. Hateful words and hateful people harm children.” This was the message delivered by Terry Kopack, a local parent, during the Jan. 28 Durango 9-R School Board meeting, where school board members voted unanimously to approve two resolutions supporting LGBTQIA2S+ and IBPOC (Indigenous, Black, and People of Color) students, staff and community members.

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