Iris Serrano
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This week, we unpacked the Aurora Police Department’s new podcast, “The White Whale: The Chelsea Yasser Story,” as the department works to solve a stubborn cold case. Our journalists also delved into Sakura Square’s aging buildings and the funding challenges involved in preserving the culture of the area, and we visited the South Pearl Street Farmers Market to learn why Rainbow Farms Co.’s eggs have become a local favorite. Take a look at what’s making headlines in the Denver Metro area.
Aurora Police Department’s New Podcast
Ten years after Chelsea Yasser’s unsolved murder, investigators are releasing a podcast in hopes of finding answers. Our Trinity Schermerhorn spoke with the Aurora Police Department and Yasser’s father about how the series could help bring new attention to the case.
Sakura Square Buildings Are Falling Apart
Historic Sakura Square has preserved the culture and history of Japanese Americans in Colorado for decades. Reporter Emily Doskow sat down with community members about the challenges facing Sakura Square as buildings continue to deteriorate.
The Farm Behind Colorado’s Colorful Eggs
Rainbow Farms Co. sells more than 200 dozen eggs on busy weekends at the South Pearl Street Farmers Market. Reporter Abby Dalrymple visited the market to learn more about the farm’s loyal following and its colorful eggs.
A few political updates. Victor Mark has won the Republican primary for governor over State Senator Barbara Kirkmeyer. He faces Phil Weiser in November. Meanwhile, Dr. Shimon Blau collected more than 1,500 signatures from voters in hopes of qualifying as an independent to challenge Melat Kiros for Congress. Kiros’ victory over Diana DeGette alarmed many who perceive the 29-year-old’s views as antisemitic.
Homicide rates increase, but overall crime is down in Denver. According to a Denver Police Department report, homicide rates are up over 35% compared to last year. However, other categories of crime are seeing an overall decrease. The department also said that detectives have solved most of the homicide cases this year.
Denver’s beloved Cheesman Park has been transformed into a video game. Casey Cantor, a software engineer from Denver, recreated the park into a zombie video game, nodding to its eerie history as a cemetery. Players fend off zombies, ghosts and other supernatural creatures at night and can find Easter eggs throughout the map.
That’s it from us this week! Whether you’re heading out or staying in, we hope you have a fun and relaxing weekend. Whatever you’re doing, don’t forget to check out the next edition of our new series, Bucket List on the Street, coming out Sunday morning.
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