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Denver to Reimagine Public Safety by Investing in Mental Health Response Teams

Denver city officials announced a plan to divert some 911 calls to a new mental health response team, aimed at reducing police involvement in nonviolent situations involving individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. The pilot program will launch in June with two teams.


Denver Public Schools Faces Lawsuit Over Handling of Sexual Assault Claims

A lawsuit has been filed against Denver Public Schools alleging that the district failed to protect students from sexual assault by failing to properly investigate and respond to claims. The lawsuit claims that the district had a "culture of deliberate indifference" towards reports of sexual assault.


Denver Approves Plan to Build 5,000 Affordable Housing Units by 2026

The Denver City Council has approved a plan to build 5,000 affordable housing units by 2026, in an effort to address the city's affordable housing crisis. The plan includes a mix of new construction and preservation of existing affordable housing units.


Denver Launches Program to Encourage Electric Vehicle Adoption

Denver has launched a new program aimed at encouraging residents to switch to electric vehicles. The program includes incentives for residents to purchase or lease electric vehicles, as well as a new public charging station.


Denver Museum of Nature and Science to Reopen with New Exhibits

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is set to reopen after a year-long closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The museum will feature new exhibits, including an interactive exhibit about the science of bubbles.