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Thursday, November 21, 2024

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U.S. Rep. DeGette votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

By Denver City Wire | Jul 24, 2024

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Denver County rise or fall in 2021?

Farms throughout cities in Denver County received $73.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

By Denver City Wire | Feb 27, 2024

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How much did farmers in Denver County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Denver City Wire | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Denver County received $18,162,623 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Mayor Hancock Prepares to Depart After 20 Years as City Elected Leader

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 18, 2023

As he prepares to leave office after 12 years as Mayor and eight years as a City Councilman, Mayor Michael B. Hancock issued the following statement and released a new booklet and video chronicling his two-decade career in public service

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Seven Denver-area Municipalities Launch Solar Group Buying Program

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 17, 2023

The City and County of Denver and Adams County, along with the Cities of Edgewater, Westminster, Wheat Ridge, Northglenn and Thornton, in partnership with nonprofit Solar United Neighbors, announced today the launch of Solar Switch – a solar group buying program.

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The only bad ticket to Taylor Swift is a parking ticket, so plan ahead

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 16, 2023

The only bad ticket to Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour Concerts is a parking ticket, so plan ahead, Swifties!

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Denver Arts & Venues Requests Qualifications for Denver Public Art

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 15, 2023

Denver Arts & Venues Requests Qualifications three new Public Art Projects

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Voting Initiative In Denver Jails

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 14, 2023

“Denver Votes,” as the Denver Elections Division slogan goes, promotes voting throughout the Denver Metro area. Since 2011, voting opportunities have been extended to those in our care, including voter registration and mail-in ballots.

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Degette Statement on Her NDAA Vote

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 14, 2023

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after voting NO on this year’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

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Denver Emergency Management receives Mayoral Challenge Coin

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 13, 2023

The Denver Office of Emergency Management was recognized by Mayor Hancock who awarded the City and County of Denver's coveted Mayoral Gold Challenge Coin, presented to Executive Director Matthew Mueller on Wednesday, June 12.

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Denver Animal Protection: Dogs Die in Hot Vehicles

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 12, 2023

Summer’s sweltering temperatures held off for much of June, but now the heat is on—and with it comes a reminder from Denver Animal Protection (DAP) to protect your pets by never leaving them alone in vehicles.

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July 10 Update on Denver's Migrant Sheltering Response

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 11, 2023

The City and County of Denver is providing a weekly update on the support given to migrants who have arrived in Denver from Central and South America.

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$3 Million in ARPA Funds Approved to Relieve Impact of COVID-19

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 11, 2023

The Denver Agency for Human Rights & Community Partnerships and its Denver Office of Immigrant & Refugee Affairs thank the City and County of Denver Council Members for approving the proposed Basic Cash Assistance Program that will help provide eligible Denver families with a one-time, direct cash assistance of $1,000 or $1,500 from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds.

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Local Nonprofits Awarded Nearly $20,000 at Save Green Be Green

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 10, 2023

Nearly $20,000 is Awarded to Local Nonprofits at Save Green Be Green

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Denver to Rollout First Wave of Compost Carts at the End of July

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 10, 2023

– Thousands of Denver Solid Waste Management customers will receive a notice this week that their compost collection service will soon begin as part of Denver’s efforts to expand collection services and reduce the amount of waste it sends to the landfill.

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Hancock Admin Statement on GardaWorld Federal Services Contract

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 7, 2023

Mayor Michael B. Hancock’s Office released the following statement on July 6 on the Administration’s decision to not submit a proposed contract for migrant sheltering with GardaWorld Federal Services:

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McNichols Civic Center Building Summer Exhibitions and Event Continue

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 6, 2023

Exhibits and events highlight diversity, accessibility and members of the abled/disabled community

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OSEI Releases 2023-2025 Digital Equity Plan

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 5, 2023

The Mayor’s Office of Social Equity and Innovation has released the 2023 -2025 strategic plan for Digital Equity efforts across the City and County of Denver.

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Keeps Pets Safe During Independence Day Celebrations

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 4, 2023

While most of us will turn toward the night sky on the Fourth of July next Tuesday, many pets will do all they can to escape the bombastic, dazzling displays of pyrotechnics that accompany our nation’s birthday.

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Largest Affordable Housing Project in Years Breaks Ground in Park Hill

By Denver City Wire Report | Jul 3, 2023

Holly38 to provide 253 affordable rental homes for individuals and families