Jon Murray
@jonmurraydp.bsky.social
Senior editor for public affairs at @denverpost.com. Into politics, cities, transportation and running. @jonmurray on X, @jonmurrio on Threads. Contact: jmurray(at)denverpost .com.
Denver opens cold-weather shelter at former hotel amid squabble between mayor, council www.denverpost.com/2026/01/23/d... via @elliottwenzler.bsky.social
Denver opens cold-weather shelter at former hotel amid squabble between mayor, council
“It’s the mayor’s responsibility to run the city as the executive. And if he doesn’t run the city as the executive, then … we might need to switch seats,” Denver City Councilwoman Shontel Lew…
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January 24, 2026 at 1:14 AM
Denver opens cold-weather shelter at former hotel amid squabble between mayor, council www.denverpost.com/2026/01/23/d... via @elliottwenzler.bsky.social
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Denver jam-band scene fixture and former Grateful Dead-themed bar owner #JayBianchi was sentenced to more than a decade in prison after his 2025 sex-assault convictions.
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‘Serial sexual predator’ Jay Bianchi sentenced following 2025 convictions
The former Grateful Dead-themed bar owner was convicted on five counts in November.
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January 23, 2026 at 11:53 PM
Denver jam-band scene fixture and former Grateful Dead-themed bar owner #JayBianchi was sentenced to more than a decade in prison after his 2025 sex-assault convictions.
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More details and comments from the DA, for @denverpost.com
Wild Friday story: An advocacy group says ICE agents involved in arrests in the Colorado mountains this week left behind ace of spades cards in the detained immigrants' vehicles, with ICE's local info printed on them. ICE is now investigating, a statement says www.denverpost.com/2026/01/23/c...
ICE investigates after Colorado group says agents left ‘death cards’ in arrested immigrants’ abandoned cars
Immigration agents operating near Vail left branded ace of spades playing cards in cars left behind after immigrants’ arrests this week, an advocacy group alleged. ICE is investigating.
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January 23, 2026 at 11:14 PM
Wild Friday story: An advocacy group says ICE agents involved in arrests in the Colorado mountains this week left behind ace of spades cards in the detained immigrants' vehicles, with ICE's local info printed on them. ICE is now investigating, a statement says www.denverpost.com/2026/01/23/c...
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A Medicaid fraud scheme targeting a free transportation program that shuttled patients to medical appointments cost an estimated $25 million, Colorado's Medicaid authority revealed Tuesday, more than 2 years after the fraud first came to light // Story by @sethklamann.bsky.social
Colorado Medicaid driver fraud cost $25 million — and state blocked payments worth nearly as much, officials say
A Medicaid fraud scheme that targeted a free transportation service that shuttled patients to clinics cost the state $25 million, the state’s Medicaid authority revealed Tuesday.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:12 PM
A Medicaid fraud scheme targeting a free transportation program that shuttled patients to medical appointments cost an estimated $25 million, Colorado's Medicaid authority revealed Tuesday, more than 2 years after the fraud first came to light // Story by @sethklamann.bsky.social
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House Rules cmte meets this afternoon to discuss last minibus. CO Reps
Boebert & Hurd submitted Finish the AVC text language as an amendment. Will find out if Rs on cmte allow it be be brought to the floor for a vote. #copolitics
Boebert & Hurd submitted Finish the AVC text language as an amendment. Will find out if Rs on cmte allow it be be brought to the floor for a vote. #copolitics
January 21, 2026 at 3:19 PM
House Rules cmte meets this afternoon to discuss last minibus. CO Reps
Boebert & Hurd submitted Finish the AVC text language as an amendment. Will find out if Rs on cmte allow it be be brought to the floor for a vote. #copolitics
Boebert & Hurd submitted Finish the AVC text language as an amendment. Will find out if Rs on cmte allow it be be brought to the floor for a vote. #copolitics
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New: Tina Peters was involved in a brief scuffle with a fellow inmate Sunday night, and video shows Peter grabbing and shoving the other woman as the other inmate tries to move a cart out of the way of closet door: www.denverpost.com/2026/01/19/c...
Tina Peters grabs, shoves fellow inmate in brief scuffle, video shows
The Denver Post obtained the video footage Monday night.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:38 AM
New: Tina Peters was involved in a brief scuffle with a fellow inmate Sunday night, and video shows Peter grabbing and shoving the other woman as the other inmate tries to move a cart out of the way of closet door: www.denverpost.com/2026/01/19/c...
A new story by @elliottwenzler.bsky.social taking a deeper look at a big street blowup: How Denver’s shifting plans for Alameda Avenue created a PR nightmare for Mayor Mike Johnston www.denverpost.com/2026/01/19/d... via @denverpost
How Denver’s shifting plans for Alameda Avenue created a PR nightmare for Mayor Mike Johnston
A section of Alameda Avenue slated for a controversial construction project may only span 10 blocks, but its impact is stretching across Denver and all the way to Mayor Mike Johnston’s desk.
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January 19, 2026 at 5:07 PM
A new story by @elliottwenzler.bsky.social taking a deeper look at a big street blowup: How Denver’s shifting plans for Alameda Avenue created a PR nightmare for Mayor Mike Johnston www.denverpost.com/2026/01/19/d... via @denverpost
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How is the Colorado Symphony getting to Carnegie Hall? Practice, practice, practice. trib.al/x3996Is
How is the Colorado Symphony getting to Carnegie Hall? Practice, practice, practice.
A Denver concert celebrates the orchestra’s upcoming New York trip, plus long-range plans to renovate its home venue.
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January 19, 2026 at 3:56 PM
How is the Colorado Symphony getting to Carnegie Hall? Practice, practice, practice. trib.al/x3996Is
Latest: Colorado senators' bid to save NCAR funding fails as U.S. Senate passes spending bills www.denverpost.com/2026/01/15/c... via @denverpost.com
Colorado senators’ bid to save NCAR funding fails as U.S. Senate passes spending bills
“In the face of unrelenting political attacks from President Trump, we are standing together to protect institutions like NCAR that are vital to our state and our economy,” Sen. John Hickenlo…
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January 15, 2026 at 11:39 PM
Latest: Colorado senators' bid to save NCAR funding fails as U.S. Senate passes spending bills www.denverpost.com/2026/01/15/c... via @denverpost.com
Tina Peters' attorneys will be at the Colorado Court of Appeals today to ask its judges to overturn her convictions. Here's an overview: www.denverpost.com/2026/01/14/t... via @denverpost.com
Tina Peters to ask Colorado Court of Appeals to overturn her convictions
President Donald Trump has called for Tina Peters’ release and, in December, claimed to pardon her — a power he does not have over state-level criminal charges.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:27 PM
Tina Peters' attorneys will be at the Colorado Court of Appeals today to ask its judges to overturn her convictions. Here's an overview: www.denverpost.com/2026/01/14/t... via @denverpost.com
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Record low snowpack plaguing Colorado. We're now tied for the worst winter on record with little to no snow in the 10 day forecast.
January 13, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Record low snowpack plaguing Colorado. We're now tied for the worst winter on record with little to no snow in the 10 day forecast.
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"Gov. Jared Polis has been less outspoken than some other officials. His office did not accommodate an interview request last week for this story, but it provided a statement... hours after he was pressed about Trump’s targeting of Colorado at a gathering of state senators." by @coltrain.bsky.social
As President Trump targets Colorado, its Democrats — and some Republicans — struggle to play defense
President Donald Trump’s ongoing pressure campaign against Colorado has left state Democrats on the back foot in trying to fend off threats to nearly $1 billion in federal funding, a drinking water…
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January 13, 2026 at 4:13 PM
"Gov. Jared Polis has been less outspoken than some other officials. His office did not accommodate an interview request last week for this story, but it provided a statement... hours after he was pressed about Trump’s targeting of Colorado at a gathering of state senators." by @coltrain.bsky.social
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Statewide enrollment in Colorado's public schools has fallen by more than 10,000 students this year, the largest decrease since the pandemic closed classrooms in 2020 // Story by @jessicaseaman.bsky.social
Colorado public school enrollment sees biggest drop since 2020 as graduation rate continues to improve
The drop of more than 10,000 students statewide comes as Colorado’s largest K-12 districts reported larger-than-expected enrollment declines.
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January 13, 2026 at 7:27 PM
Statewide enrollment in Colorado's public schools has fallen by more than 10,000 students this year, the largest decrease since the pandemic closed classrooms in 2020 // Story by @jessicaseaman.bsky.social
German-based discount grocer Aldi is finally coming to Colorado
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German-based discount grocer Aldi is finally coming to Colorado
More than 50 stores are planned for Denver and Colorado Springs, supported by a distribution center in Aurora.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:09 PM
German-based discount grocer Aldi is finally coming to Colorado
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UPDATE: A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order Friday to prevent the Trump administration from withholding billions of dollars meant for low-income families in Colorado and four other Democratic-led states while their legal challenge continues to play out.
Judge orders Trump administration to keep social safety net funds flowing to Colorado, 4 other states
In Colorado, the frozen funds amount to more than $300 million meant to help with child care, social services and low-income families.
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January 9, 2026 at 11:20 PM
UPDATE: A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order Friday to prevent the Trump administration from withholding billions of dollars meant for low-income families in Colorado and four other Democratic-led states while their legal challenge continues to play out.
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"A pro-union bill that has pitted Gov. Jared Polis against every Democratic lawmaker and Colorado’s major labor groups is set to return to the Capitol this year. But this time, the focus will begin to turn toward two men hoping to occupy the governor’s office next." // by @sethklamann.bsky.social
Democratic lawmakers will resurrect vetoed labor bill with an eye toward Colorado’s next governor
“I don’t know if that’s enough to get him to change his veto,” Rep. Javier Mabrey said of outgoing Gov. Jared Polis, “but maybe if we fail this year, we can get it don…
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January 9, 2026 at 5:56 PM
"A pro-union bill that has pitted Gov. Jared Polis against every Democratic lawmaker and Colorado’s major labor groups is set to return to the Capitol this year. But this time, the focus will begin to turn toward two men hoping to occupy the governor’s office next." // by @sethklamann.bsky.social
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"Four days into a jury trial, a Colorado judge on Friday declared a mistrial due to concerns about the competency of a retired Marine charged with harassing and strangling a reporter in the name of 'Trump’s America.'"
Colorado judge declares mistrial for man charged with strangling reporter
When videos of the attack were played for the jury, the judge found it unusual that retired Marine Patrick Egan appeared amused, ultimately declaring him incompetent to stand trial.
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January 9, 2026 at 7:01 PM
"Four days into a jury trial, a Colorado judge on Friday declared a mistrial due to concerns about the competency of a retired Marine charged with harassing and strangling a reporter in the name of 'Trump’s America.'"
New: Gov. Jared Polis calls Tina Peters' sentence 'harsh,' suggests he's looking at potential commutation. @sethklamann.bsky.social and @coltrain.bsky.social have more: www.denverpost.com/2026/01/09/c... via @denverpost.com
Gov. Jared Polis calls Tina Peters’ sentence ‘harsh,’ suggests he’s looking at potential commutation
“She got a sentence that was harsh. It was a nine-year sentence,” Gov. Jared Polis told CBS Colorado about Tina Peters adding that “we always look at people’s sentences.R…
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January 9, 2026 at 7:13 PM
New: Gov. Jared Polis calls Tina Peters' sentence 'harsh,' suggests he's looking at potential commutation. @sethklamann.bsky.social and @coltrain.bsky.social have more: www.denverpost.com/2026/01/09/c... via @denverpost.com
Colorado attorney general expands lawsuit to challenge Trump 'revenge campaign' against state www.denverpost.com/2026/01/08/p... via @coltrain.bsky.social
Colorado attorney general expands lawsuit to challenge Trump ‘revenge campaign’ against state
“We’ve never seen an administration act in a way that is so flatly violating the Constitution and disrespecting state sovereign authority,” Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser s…
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January 9, 2026 at 12:35 AM
Colorado attorney general expands lawsuit to challenge Trump 'revenge campaign' against state www.denverpost.com/2026/01/08/p... via @coltrain.bsky.social
Denver is revamping its residential health regulations for first time in a decade www.denverpost.com/2026/01/08/d... via @samtabachnik.bsky.social
Denver is revamping its residential health regulations for first time in a decade
In a Dec. 19 memo obtained by The Denver Post, Mayor Mike Johnston outlined a series of proposals that would increase transparency for residents.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:31 PM
Denver is revamping its residential health regulations for first time in a decade www.denverpost.com/2026/01/08/d... via @samtabachnik.bsky.social
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House considers overriding Trump vetoes, including bill helping fund Colorado water pipeline trib.al/tyA2DcJ
U.S. House refuses to override Trump veto of bill that would’ve helped fund Colorado water pipeline
The House refused Thursday to override President Donald Trump’s vetoes of two low-profile bills as Republicans stuck with the president despite their prior support for the measures.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:16 PM
House considers overriding Trump vetoes, including bill helping fund Colorado water pipeline trib.al/tyA2DcJ
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The moment many have been waiting for: After 13 days on strike, the Telluride Professional Ski Patrol Association has accepted a new contract offer from Telluride Ski & Golf to end the work stoppage. The mountain will begin reopening more terrain this weekend.
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Telluride ski patrol strike ends, resort to begin reopening this weekend
After 13 days on strike, the Telluride Professional Ski Patrol Association has accepted a new offer from Telluride Ski & Golf to end the work stoppage.
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January 8, 2026 at 10:36 PM
The moment many have been waiting for: After 13 days on strike, the Telluride Professional Ski Patrol Association has accepted a new contract offer from Telluride Ski & Golf to end the work stoppage. The mountain will begin reopening more terrain this weekend.
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Denver's auditor - not often a role with much public visibility - has clashed with Mayor Mike Johnston. He's taken on strip clubs over how they pay dancers. In his third term, he's doing some interesting stuff. @ElliottWenzler profiles him: www.denverpost.com/2026/01/03/d... @denverpost
Meet Denver Auditor Tim O’Brien, the city watchdog who’s clashed with the mayor and strip club owners
“I don’t give (politics) a lot of thought,” Denver Auditor Tim O’Brien says. But his office’s work has taken Mayor Mike Johnston to task a lot lately, creating conflict with…
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January 5, 2026 at 11:13 PM
Denver's auditor - not often a role with much public visibility - has clashed with Mayor Mike Johnston. He's taken on strip clubs over how they pay dancers. In his third term, he's doing some interesting stuff. @ElliottWenzler profiles him: www.denverpost.com/2026/01/03/d... @denverpost
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While many restaurants that were around before the pandemic are seeing brighter days, dozens of others were unable to make it another year. Here are some of the ones we’ll miss the most.
The saddest Denver-area restaurant closings of 2025
The Hornet, the Breakfast Inn and Noisette were among the beloved spots that said goodbye.
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December 30, 2025 at 8:23 PM
While many restaurants that were around before the pandemic are seeing brighter days, dozens of others were unable to make it another year. Here are some of the ones we’ll miss the most.