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Denver Westword @westword.com · 6h

According to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, the swastika was reported around sunrise and is already being dismantled.

Giant Swastika Spotted in Jefferson County

According to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, the swastika was reported around sunrise and is already being dismantled.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 7h

It's one of three new barbecue joints.

Every Opening and Closing This Week: 14 New Spots, Including Catfish King on Colfax

It's one of three new barbecue joints.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 7h

Here's what she fears and what gives her hope.

This Doctor Has Spent Two Decades With Patients Experiencing Homelessness

Here's what she fears and what gives her hope.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 8h

Ekko Astral will be at the Highland store ahead of its Mission Ballroom show.

New Wax Trax Location Opens Today With a Special Headliner

Ekko Astral will be at the Highland store ahead of its Mission Ballroom show.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

It opened last summer in the historic Tears-McFarlane House.

Cheesman Park's Secret Garden Bar & Café Closes Amid Union-Busting Allegations

It opened last summer in the historic Tears-McFarlane House.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

Police are also investigating Tyler Willbanks for his involvement in a fatal hit-and-run in 2024.

Arvada Man Arrested in the Death, Abuse of Several Pets

Police are also investigating Tyler Willbanks for his involvement in a fatal hit-and-run in 2024.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

All of these spots are open until midnight or later.

Where to Drink Late Night in Downtown Denver

All of these spots are open until midnight or later.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

Coming off a Best of Denver award for Best Acid-Rock Band, the Turkeys are heading on an East Coast tour.

The Dirty Turkeys Are Riding High on Psychedelic Cowpunk

Coming off a Best of Denver award for Best Acid-Rock Band, the Turkeys are heading on an East Coast tour.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

From glowing gardens and museum takeovers to pet parades and epic parties, these are the top Denver Halloween events in 2025.

Best Denver Halloween Events in 2025

From glowing gardens and museum takeovers to pet parades and epic parties, these are the top Denver Halloween events in 2025.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

Spooky, smoky shindigs are easy to find around town this year.

Cannabis-Friendly Halloween Parties and Ghost Tours in Denver

Spooky, smoky shindigs are easy to find around town this year.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

Discover cascading falls, via ferrata routes and scenic hot springs in the “Switzerland of America.”

Ten Things to Do in Ouray

Discover cascading falls, via ferrata routes and scenic hot springs in the “Switzerland of America.”

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

A father and daughter duo is behind this mobile food venture.

Family-Run Food Truck Brings Hibachi to Federal Boulevard

A father and daughter duo is behind this mobile food venture.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

The ten-acre park in Green Valley Ranch will be the first urban park in the city named after a Native American.

Denver to Name New Park After Native American Leader

The ten-acre park in Green Valley Ranch will be the first urban park in the city named after a Native American.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 1d

The Atlanta punk band, which caught the attention of Ty Segall, plays Moe's alongside local groups on Monday, October 13.

The Rage and Release of Upchuck

The Atlanta punk band, which caught the attention of Ty Segall, plays Moe's alongside local groups on Monday, October 13.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 2d

The Salvation Army ran the shelters for two years before announcing in August that it would exit at the end of 2025.

Denver Selects New Homeless Shelter Operators After Salvation Army Split

The Salvation Army ran the shelters for two years before announcing in August that it would exit at the end of 2025.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 2d

Before it was the set of Love is Blind season nine, Jasper Towers was the subject of lawsuits over flooding, power outages and falling glass.

Love is Blind Set in Recently Uninhabitable Denver Apartments

Before it was the set of Love is Blind season nine, Jasper Towers was the subject of lawsuits over flooding, power outages and falling glass.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 2d

Apartment complexes formerly owned by CBZ Management welcome new tenants while prosecutors prepare for a trial in November.

As Aurora "Slumlord" Nears Trial, Former Properties See New Life

Apartment complexes formerly owned by CBZ Management welcome new tenants while prosecutors prepare for a trial in November.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 2d

Where can we get a cold cerveza and Spanish conversation on the South Platte now?

Adios, Raíces and Downtown's Spanish Cervezerias

Where can we get a cold cerveza and Spanish conversation on the South Platte now?

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 2d

From an annual ritual to a hip-hop party at Red Rocks, these are the best Halloween shows.

Halloween Concerts in Denver You Don't Want to Miss

From an annual ritual to a hip-hop party at Red Rocks, these are the best Halloween shows.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 2d

It's been a go-to for a decade.

Platte Street Staple Brider Announces Upcoming Closure

It's been a go-to for a decade.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 2d

Colorado has scored poorly in multiple recent rankings. But state officials doubt the validity of these lists, citing declining crime rates.

Report: Colorado Among the Least Safe States in the U.S.

Colorado has scored poorly in multiple recent rankings. But state officials doubt the validity of these lists, citing declining crime rates.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 2d

The folk duo plays Swallow Hill music on Sunday, October 12.

Rakish: James Joyce Meets Celtic Electronica

The folk duo plays Swallow Hill music on Sunday, October 12.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 2d

Where else can you order quality pizza, Greek and Indian dishes off one menu?

Bada Bing Grill Serves Up an Odd Culinary Trifecta

Where else can you order quality pizza, Greek and Indian dishes off one menu?

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 3d

Try these scary strains to heighten the Halloween spirit.

Ghostly Ganja: Twelve Weed Strains for Halloween Lovers

Try these scary strains to heighten the Halloween spirit.

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Denver Westword @westword.com · 3d

K9 ROTC helped investigate nearly 200 fires over five years with an impressive accuracy rate. Now it's K9 Waffle's time.

Take a Rest, Good Boy: Longtime Colorado Arson Dog Retires

K9 ROTC helped investigate nearly 200 fires over five years with an impressive accuracy rate. Now it's K9 Waffle's time.

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