Iris Serrano
Editorial Intern/Bucket List Community News
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This week our journalists covered topics like the implementation of Colorado’s new gun law, SB25-003, a community’s fight against gentrification and Denver’s attempt at eliminating traffic deaths by 2030. Since we’re celebrating Colorado’s 150th birthday this weekend, we also covered teams of hikers who will climb 14ers all over the state to honor its outdoor legacy.
Let’s get into it!
Both Sides Oppose Rollout of New Gun Laws
Colorado’s new permit-to-purchase gun law takes effect Aug. 1, but both gun-rights advocates and gun-control supporters are criticizing its rollout. Reporter Linus Loughry spoke with lead bill sponsor Sen. Tom Sullivan to break down the new law and concerns surrounding its implementation.
GES Residents and Allies Assemble Against Gentrification
Residents of the Globeville, Elyria and Swansea neighborhoods in East Denver are pushing back against developers as the struggle for affordable housing in the community continues. Vittorio Bongioanni explains the GES coalition’s goals and the land’s uncertain future.
Denver Traffic Deaths Down Amid Crackdown in Speed Enforcement
As the city expands speed enforcement and cracks down on illegal street racing, Denver traffic deaths are going down. Our Perry Guidry explores whether tougher enforcement is making roads safer or simply pushing street racers to evade police rather than stop altogether.
Coloradans Scale 14ers in Honor of 150th Birthday
Nothing says Colorado like a good hike. Fifty-seven teams of climbers will summit Colorado’s 14ers tomorrow to celebrate the state’s 150th anniversary. Emily Doskow takes a closer look at the statewide celebration and what it means for Colorado’s sesquicentennial.
RTD board votes to move forward with proposed service reductions. While the exact routes to be discontinued haven’t been decided until the 2027 budget is finalized, changes will be made. Lines that make a lot of money, including the A line to the airport or the 15 bus line that runs along Colfax, aren’t expected to change.
Owner of a Hilltop neighborhood grocery store passes away. Pete Moutzouris, the beloved owner of Pete’s Fruits and Vegetables, died at 79 after dealing with complications from pneumonia. For more than 40 years, his store served as a neighborhood staple, creating a welcoming space where customers felt like family.
Two intestinal illnesses are spreading through Colorado. Salmonella and cyclosporiasis cases are on the rise, so be extra careful about what you’re consuming. Common sources of Salmonella are raw meat, eggs, produce, unpasteurized milk and cheese. Cyclosporiasis cases have been linked to iceberg lettuce as a likely source.
Tomorrow is a special day for Coloradans. Aug 1. marks the state’s 150th anniversary alongside the United States’ 250th! There will be many ways to celebrate this special time throughout the state. Join us Saturday at the Mile Long Table being hosted at the National Western Center. Enjoy a nice meal with us and 5,000 other guests. Be sure to sign up now. We would love to see you there!
That’s all from us this week. Thank you so much for taking the time to read our news. We’ll see you back here same time next week.
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