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Friday, March 20, 2026

Colorado’s budget deficit jumps to $1.5 billion under new forecast

The fiscal picture for Colorado’s state government has somehow gotten even murkier — and potentially much worse.

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Denver audit of homelessness initiative puts focus on cost dispute, with Mayor Mike Johnston pushing back

“The city’s review of this report finds it misstates key facts,” Mayor Mike Johnston’s office said. “They needed to have, really, a better plan in place,” Auditor Tim O’Brien said of the initiative.

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Denver will rename César Chávez Park and city holiday bearing his name amid abuse allegations

The New York Times’ investigation detailed allegations from two women who say Chávez sexually abused them for years when they were children.

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Pentagon seeks $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war, AP source says

It comes on top of extra funding the Defense Department already received last year.

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Denver airport’s top attorney accuses city officials of misconduct with Key Lime Air, Park Hill Golf Course

The Key Lime Air situation was not the first time Everett Martinez, DIA general counsel, believed Denver’s actions put federal grant money at risk.

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Denver considers dropping Lime and Bird scooters for provider that promises cheaper rates, more ride options

Veo plans to offer cheaper prices for rides, a discount for Denver residents and more scooter and bike options.

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Democrats storm out of Justice Department leaders’ briefing on the Epstein files

The country’s top federal law enforcement officials were providing a closed-door brief