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David Heitz
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Writer for NewsBreak, dx'd schizoaffective disorder bipolar one type, gay. Been in the news business since age 17. Very high functioning despite my diagnosis -- haven't felt this stable ever.
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I have food every day and I have wine once a week lately coupled with svedka banana shots. Yummy booze 🍷I am thankful!!!
November 8, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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Meth pipe and foil giveaway: What Denver can learn from Seattle - NewsBreak
Some people may think that Denver’s and Seattle’s commonalities include stunning skylines, outdoor adventures, and housing that is extremely expensive. But
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December 3, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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Denver to double electric vehicle fleet by year 2027 - NewsBreak
The City and County of Denver plans to double its electrical vehicle fleet by the year 2027, according to a presentation from city staff to the City Counci
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December 3, 2025 at 5:59 AM
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Food for Denver’s tiny home villages: $502,112 for six months - NewsBreak
Feeding residents of Denver’s five tiny home villages for the unhoused costs $502,112 over six months, according to a contract set to be approved Dec. 2. T
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December 3, 2025 at 5:57 AM
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Homelessness sensitivity training: Required video for Denver contractors - NewsBreak
When the Denver City Council approves hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of contracts to serve people experiencing homelessness, they always require th
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December 3, 2025 at 5:57 AM
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Aurora council’s Coombs can bring baby back to dais, crowned mayor pro tem - NewsBreak
Aurora City Council member Alison Coombs can bring her baby back to the dais. In January 2023, the previous Republican-controlled council voted to only all
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December 3, 2025 at 5:56 AM
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As Denver homeless coalition tenants fear eviction, city funnels $2 million into legal, rental help - NewsBreak
As some Colorado Coalition for the Homeless residents worry about the possibility of being evicted, the Denver City Council voted Monday to provide free le
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December 3, 2025 at 5:56 AM
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Migrant Denver teen describes ICE stalking schools, others say they fear homelessness - NewsBreak
A migrant Denver teenager told the City Council Monday that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, or ICE, routinely surveil school campuses when stud
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December 3, 2025 at 5:55 AM
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Denver’s Civic Center Park makeover: $40 million for phase one - NewsBreak
The first phase of Denver’s Civic Center Park makeover will cost almost $40 million, according to a construction contract the City Council will consider Mo
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November 17, 2025 at 8:11 AM
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Opinion: Sinister realities for Denverites experiencing homelessness - NewsBreak
The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this report. People experiencing homelessness often are criticized for declining help. Some peop
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November 17, 2025 at 8:11 AM
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Opinion: Sinister realities for Denverites experiencing homelessness - NewsBreak
The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this report. People experiencing homelessness often are criticized for declining help. Some peop
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November 17, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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Opinion: The maintenance man stole my things: Serious mental illness in Denver homeless housing - NewsBreak
I often become aggravated with my neighbors in homeless housing at Fusion Studios in Denver, a Colorado Coalition for the Homeless property. Many of them s
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November 17, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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RVs and homelessness: What Denver could do about it besides expensive enforcement - NewsBreak
Living in a recreational vehicle may sound liberating on the surface. But in fact, RVs can be a money hog. If you plan on living in an RV parked on the str
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November 17, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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City of Denver to spend almost $63 million on office furniture during next five years - NewsBreak
A Denver City Council committee is set to approve almost $63 million in contracts Tuesday for office furniture at city buildings. The Finance and Business
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November 17, 2025 at 8:09 AM
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Denver requires Salvation Army Crossroads homeless shelter to host celebrations - NewsBreak
It seems a bit out of place: A homeless shelter hosting “celebrations.” But that’s just what the $4.7 million contract ordered for Denver’s Crossroads shel
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November 17, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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Migrant facing homelessness caring for seven kids pleads with Denver Council for help - NewsBreak
A Latina Haitian migrant with five children of her own and caring for two youngsters that belong to her sister-in-law pleaded with the Denver City Council
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November 17, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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Denver landlord blasts eviction help for drug users, asks council to vote down $2.8 million contract - NewsBreak
A Denver landlord asked the City Council Monday not to approve a $2.8 million contract with an organization that she says provides eviction legal assistanc
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November 17, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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Homeless Coalition closing Park Avenue Inn, offers residents rooms at Renewal Village - NewsBreak
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is closing Park Avenue Inn, a hotel shelter it owns and operates, and some residents aren’t happy about where they’ll b
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November 17, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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Urban Alchemy, set to take over Denver 'TroubleTree' homeless hotel, hires ex-cons, has strict rules - NewsBreak
The non-profit taking over management of the former DoubleTree Hotel at 4040 Quebec, now owned by the City and County of Denver and named The Aspen, hires
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November 17, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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Violent crime dips in Aurora but arrests for some crimes are up, police say - NewsBreak
Violent crime in Aurora has dipped significantly, according to statistics released by the Aurora Police Department, but arrests for some crimes are up. Hom
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November 17, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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Aurora may eliminate Veterans' Commission after all - NewsBreak
After deciding at their Aug. 11 meeting not to eliminate the Veterans’ Commission, the Aurora City Council may change their minds. The council will vote Mo
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November 17, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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Opinion: Homeless hotel diary: President Trump, please don’t take away my voucher - NewsBreak
The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this article. President Trump, I am begging you. Please don’t let me become homeless again. You
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November 17, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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Flare-wielding Denver skydivers reported as UFOs, other Colorado UAP sightings go unexplained - NewsBreak
The National UFO Reporting Center received four reports of unidentified flying objects in Denver Nov. 5. The spectacle turned out to be skydivers with flar
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November 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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Denver council won't fund another family homeless shelter despite children sleeping on the streets - NewsBreak
The Denver City Council on Monday voted against amending the city budget to fund another family shelter in 2026 for $9 million. A proposal by council membe
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November 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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🎉 💊 Happy Pharmacy Technician Day!
At CCH, our amazing pharmacy technicians play an essential role in keeping our pharmacy services running smoothly. From preparing and refilling medications to assisting patients with compassion & care.
Thank you for your commitment to keeping our community healthy!
October 21, 2025 at 10:55 PM