Join Host Bree Davies and the City Cast Denver crew every weekday morning as we celebrate, explore, and challenge an ever-changing Denver.... more
It’s no secret — Colorado’s air quality is suffering, and last Friday regulators approved yet another new plan to address... more
As we wrap up a week of fall getaways, we wanted to leave you with an enticing list of delicious... more
What’s the most haunted place in all of Colorado? A lot of folks would tell you it’s the Stanley Hotel... more
Pickleball fever has swept the country, and after three years of explosive growth it looks like it’s not going anywhere... more
All this week, we’re celebrating the gorgeous season that is fall in Colorado. Today, we’re focusing on perfect weekend getaways... more
More than ten thousand people with big dreams arrived in the Mile High City for this year’s Denver Startup Week,... more
This weekend marks the tenth anniversary of what our guest calls “Comedy Christmas” — aka, the High Plains Comedy Festival.... more
At the height of the racial justice protests of 2020, Denverites — like the rest of the country — reckoned... more
It’s Tuesday, so host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi are breaking down all the local stories that matter. First,... more
With the opening of Yuan Wonton’s new shared brick-and-mortar restaurant in Park Hill, the food trend of the fall is... more
U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert had a big night out at the theater in Denver this past weekend, complete with vaping,... more
After months of anticipation and rumors, the Michelin Guide bestowed five local restaurants a Michelin star at an exclusive ceremony... more
The humble user review — taken alone, is just one person’s opinion. But put a bunch together, and that aggregated... more
It’s easy to walk down the streets of Denver and see the major issues facing our city — housing, homelessness,... more
It’s easy to forget, but Denver is still a young city, constantly searching for an identity. So it’s confounding why... more
Mayor Mike Johnston is tackling Denver’s homelessness crisis head on, but the city might not be able to wait for... more
When a brand new Denver restaurant landed on Bon Appétit’s most anticipated openings list, we were sooooo curious — what’s... more
For more than 100 years, the brick power plant at Zuni Street and West 14th Avenue generated electricity for Denver... more
Denver’s a cool place, full of cool things to do each and every month — and September is no exception.... more
When State Senator Julie Gonzales wrote the Towing Bill of Rights last year, she had no idea that she’d have... more
The Michelin Guide is giving some mystery, top tier restaurants highly coveted stars at their invite-only event on Sept. 12,... more
They don’t make stuff like they used to…turns out that’s true for Denver’s buildings as well. Art Writer and Architecture... more
Host Bree Davies and state politics and green chile correspondent Justine Sandoval are breaking down all the local stories that... more
Denver’s park system is something to behold — we have more than 250 dedicated green spaces in the city proper... more
When the University of Colorado hired NFL Hall of Fame superstar Deion “Prime Time” Sanders to be their next head... more
Guy Fieri’s people have returned to two Colorado restaurants made famous by “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” — which has us... more
Well, it’s happening again. Complaints about traffic have driven the powers that be to make the same old proposal: What... more
It’s Tuesday, and we’re talking about all the local stories that matter this week. First, the Latino Cultural Arts Center... more
A few years ago, the New York Times spent a weekend in Denver as part of its “36 Hours” series,... more
Unions are all the rage this summer. It’s looking like the busiest summer of labor action since 2000, with 323,000... more
We’re hitting that late-summer stride in Colorado as temps rise into the upper 90s, and being without air conditioning feels... more
Denver looks different through everyone’s eyes. So, how do you capture the Mile High City in a way that showcases... more
Host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi are breaking down all the local stories that matter this week — starting... more
Downtown Denver has a lot of big, beautiful office buildings that are… empty. Simultaneously, the city is facing an ongoing... more
What a week it was in Denver! First, DPS is in the midst of a crisis, this time involving a... more
That Mile High sun is a-blazing, and that can only mean one thing. It’s patio season here in Denver. So... more
The Colorado Republican Party sued the state last week in an effort to stop unaffiliated voters — who make up... more
Prior to the first sweep of a homeless encampment on his watch, Mayor Mike Johnston made a visit to meet... more
Is there still a place for strip clubs in Denver’s vast world of entertainment, arts, and “immersive” experiences? Can our... more
It’s wedding season in Colorado, and that means… your $2-million Aspen wedding could be ruined by a crappy sound system... more
We love talking about cool events and things to do around Denver. But there are so many to choose from!... more
It’s summertime and we’re thinking about what else — hot dogs. Does the Mile High actually have a hot dog... more
Are drivers more aggressive in Denver than they used to be? Has it become the norm to speed on neighborhood... more
When it comes to climate change, Governor Jared Polis and the Democrats in control of the statehouse are betting big... more
We’re less than a month into Mike Johnston’s first term as mayor, and things are already off to a bumpy... more
Content warning: This episode contains mentions of sexual violence. Earlier this week on our episode about self care, we recommended a... more
Who makes the best ice cream in town? Is it the parlor with the best vibes? Or does it all... more
Our friends at City Cast Salt Lake picked this fight, and we’re finally hashing it out. Can Salt Lake City... more
Neighbors in Congress Park and Country Club say that new infrastructure meant to keep cyclists safe is making their neighborhoods... more
Today is International Self-Care Day, and what more prompting do any of us need than to spend some time with... more
It was a raucous night on Colfax last night -- as usual -- and the renovated garage behind Bruz Off... more
Next time you find yourself in LoDo or wandering around near Union Station, look down. Just below the streets of... more
Robert Speer. Michael Hancock. Benjamin Stapleton. Federico Peña. Wellington Webb. Each mayor of Denver leaves their mark on the city... more
Mayor Mike Johnston was inaugurated yesterday, with an inspiring speech and… a killer music festival? It’s Tuesday, so host Bree... more
Do you remember your first time on Colfax Avenue? It was probably equal parts exhilarating, interesting, confusing, and entertaining, as... more
With our first new mayor in 12 years set to be inaugurated on Monday, we’re running out of time to... more
Is there anything worse than a bad hike? Maybe you ran out of water. Maybe you didn’t pack the micro-spikes.... more
Mike Johnston will be sworn in as Denver’s 46th mayor on Monday, and he’s already making moves. He hired a... more
¡Viva! Streets! took over Broadway once again, literally intersecting with the Lowrider Show and Shine event outside the Denver Art... more
To the chagrin of many summer lovers, Denver’s public pools are once again operating with limited hours, due to —... more
It’s Friday and we’re talking about all the news that mattered this short, holiday week. From our expansive craft brew... more
Downtown Denver is definitely not the hellhole that some suburban Republicans think it is, but since the pandemic it’s certainly... more
Did you keep a diary as a kid? Did you have that safe place where all of your teenage thoughts... more
Every city has its unwritten rules, and when Politico published its rules for surviving Washington DC, we figured why not... more
It’s Friday and we’re talking about the big local stories this week. Casa Bonita continues to dominate the news cycle... more
Starting in July, the City of Denver is officially launching its free composting program, which will serve more than 180,000... more
In the wake of the March 23 shooting at East High School, thousands of students walked out of class in... more
It’s Tuesday, and we’re talking about all the local stories that matter this week. First up, RTD’s “Zero Fare for... more
After a wet winter and super rainy spring, our rivers and creeks are running high. Does that mean we’re about... more
It’s Friday and we’re talking about all the the stories that mattered this week. The big Pride weekend is finally... more
There are lots of glitzy attractions around Denver — but which ones are really worth it? Which destinations are just... more
Colorado’s most infamous Republican, Rep. Lauren Boebert, won re-election last November by a mere 546 votes, shocking the unsuspecting Denver... more
You ever see one of those signs that say “We Buy Ugly Houses” stapled to a telephone poll? Or plastered... more
The Nuggets are finally world famous! Denver’s hometown ballers won their first NBA Championship in franchise history, and the city... more
The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is full of dioramas depicting wolves in the arctic, rare birds from across... more
Every Friday on City Cast Denver, our newsletter editor Peyton Garcia joins the crew to offer some event recommendations, and... more
UPDATE 6/13/23: After this episode was published, we learned that the location of the Jor'Dell Richardson community memorial and procession... more
AI is everywhere right now — at least that’s how it seems. The technology has a lot of people worried,... more
It’s Friday and we’re talking about all the local stories that grabbed our attention this week — aka, the election.... more
When nightclub owner Steven Alix bought the old Irish Snug, he didn’t know anything about Sid King or his famous... more
The people of Denver have elected Mike Johnston to become their first new mayor in 12 years. While the results... more
Summer is finally here! But no need to stress if your calendar’s not already full of summer fun. Over the... more
Yes, Red Rocks is a world-famous concert venue, drawing music-lovers from all walks of life to the Denver suburbs. But... more
What will the next mayor do when it comes to housing and homelessness? There are so many important issues at... more
It’s Friday and we’re chatting about all the local stories that caught our eyes this week. With Election Day looming,... more
The mayor’s race is grabbing all the headlines lately, but what about Denver City Council? With contested runoffs in Districts... more
While Denver’s dining scene has attracted top chefs from all over the world, it’s our mom-and-pop shops and holes in... more
Shinesty CEO Chris White got his start selling thrift store finds to his fellow CU Boulder students hoping to stand... more
The mayor’s race is getting spicy! No, we’re not talking about the latest attack ad; we’re talking about hot wings.... more
Hey Denver newsletter editor Peyton Garcia got a sneak preview of the new Casa Bonita this morning, and she’s calling... more
The mayor’s race is getting spicy! No, we’re not talking about the latest attack ad; we’re talking about hot wings. Earlier this... more