Denver auditor's message to mayor: "Stop interfering" with budget
CBS News Colorado has learned Denver Auditor Tim O'Brien has joined Denver's Clerk and Recorder in rebelling against Mayor Mike Johnston's proposed 2026 budget cuts.
Denver clerk and recorder says failure to pay property taxes "an oversight"
Denver Clerk and Recorder Paul López said that within an hour of the conclusion of an interview with CBS News Colorado, he had paid his tax bill and had a zero balance.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston presents 2026 budget proposal
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston presented his 2026 budget proposal on Monday morning, where he announced cuts to marketing campaigns and IT contracts.
DIA parking cost structure under scrutiny, "It's ridiculous" frequent flier says
Steve Conney is a frequent flier and parker at Denver International Airport, but says after a recent parking experience, "I'm less likely to park here."
Affordable housing advocates float idea of "Ghost Tax" on Denver landlords
Advocates for more affordable housing units in Denver are floating the idea of what's known as a "Ghost Tax" or VHT- vacant home tax- on Denver landlords as a new way to raise money to create more affordable housing in Denver.
Driverless Waymo cars coming to Denver
Although Waymo is known for its driverless cars, a company spokesperson said the vehicles would initially begin with drivers behind the wheel before transitioning to fully autonomous or driverless, after a period of time.
Denver tightens eligibility for paid leave program
Denver's Career Service Board has tightened up eligibility rules for a popular paid leave program for Denver city employees known as Care Bank, leading one Denver City Council member, Flor Alvidrez, to criticize the changes.
Denver Detective Tom Haney Jr. known for work on JonBenet Ramsey case dies
Former homicide investigator with the Denver Police Department, Tom Haney Jr., who was also brought in to assist on the JonBenét murder case, died suddenly on Aug. 19 while playing golf with friends.
Mountain venue refunds Denver City Council money after retreat postponed
Just days after the Denver City Council had decided to postpone a $26,000 mountain retreat amid layoffs and a budget shortfall, the venue where the event was planned has agreed to refund that money.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston says "layoffs are over"
On Monday and Tuesday, the city notified 169 city workers that their jobs were being eliminated and they were being laid off as part of an effort to close a $200 million budget gap in 2026.
Denver City Council postpones $26,000 mountain retreat amid layoffs
The Denver City Council has decided to postpone a $26,000 mountain retreat as the city faces a budget shortfall that includes cutbacks and layoffs.
Some Denver City Council members express concerns about $26,000 retreat
Two Denver City Council members on Tuesday expressed concerns about a two-night Colorado mountain retreat for Denver City Council members next week that carried a $26,000 price tag, even as 171 city workers are being notified that they are losing their jobs.
Amid layoffs, Denver City Council prepares for $26,000 mountain retreat
Ten of Denver's 13 city council members are planning to attend a $26,000 retreat in the foothills next week for team building and professional development, at the same time the city is laying off workers and trying to find ways to cut costs and save money.
Stalled renovation on Denver landmark home leads to "poop protest"
A landmark home on Denver's historic 7th Avenue Parkway has sat vacant for the better part of six years, attracting weeds, rodents, the homeless and an unusual form of protest from neighbors frustrated by the eyesore.
Plan to limit lanes on East Alameda Avenue in Denver triggers opposition
A plan to cut down on the number of through lanes on East Alameda near Denver's Washington Park neighborhood is receiving a chilly reception from some residents and business owners.