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First Citizens agrees to buy Silicon Valley Bank

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Court filings: Twitter says parts of source code were leaked online

Technology

Botanic Gardens, Levitt Pavilion and City Park 2023 concert lineups

You don't need to venture to Red Rocks to see great live music in Denver this summer.

Things to Do

Colorado Girl Scouts open first-of-its-kind facility, called DreamLab

Colorado Girl Scouts are paving a new path for other troops across the country.

News

Denverites are among the best tippers in the U.S., new data shows

Denver's average tip is 19.8% for on-premise and delivery dining.

Business

Some Denver mayoral candidates call for more control over schools

It's one of the ways candidates are both trying to distinguish themselves in a sprawling sea of 17 candidates.

Politics

How to spring ski like a Colorado local

Spring skiing requires a different attitude and lower expectations.

Winter continues its grip on the Colorado mountains, with cold temps and more snow expected in the coming days.Yes, but: The sun is getting higher and the days are getting longer, meaning spring skiing and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="closing day" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverpost.com/2023/03/16/colorado-ski-resort-closing-dates/" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverpost.com/2023/03/16/colorado-ski-resort-closing-dates/" target="_blank">closing day</a> are just around the corner.Why it matters: Spring skiing requires a different attitude and lower expectations. It&#x27;s less about powder runs and ripping turns, and more about having fun.

Arapahoe Basin closing day. Photo: Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post via Getty Images

Colorado guide to March Madness

March Madness is returning to the Mile High City.

Sports

March Madness is returning to the Mile High City.Driving the news: Ball Arena will host first- and second-round games for the men&#x27;s NCAA basketball tournament starting tomorrow, including some big-name schools with a legitimate shot at the title.

Mr. Biscuits Bakery serves some of the best biscuits around Denver

The "youth-owned and family-operated" breakfast shop serves homemade biscuits, muffins and cinnamon rolls.

Food and Drink

I&#x27;m here with a PSA that <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mr. Biscuits Bakery" data-vars-click-url="http://www.mrbiscuitsbakery.com/" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="http://www.mrbiscuitsbakery.com/" target="_blank">Mr. Biscuits Bakery</a> in Wheat Ridge, the northwest Denver suburb, is serving up delicious biscuits.Details: The &quot;youth-owned and family-operated&quot; breakfast shop serves homemade biscuits, muffins, cinnamon rolls and other pastries with locally sourced ingredients.

Thin Mints and Samoas are Colorado's top Girl Scout cookies

Last year, the two flavors made up more than half of the nearly 3.8 million Girl Scout sweets sold across the Centennial State.

Thin Mints and Samoas reigned supreme as Colorado&#x27;s most popular Girl Scout cookies in 2022.By the numbers: Last year, the two flavors made up more than half of the nearly 3.8 million Girl Scout sweets sold across the Centennial State, according to data the Colorado chapter provided to Axios Denver.

Black Canyon of the Gunnison is Colorado's most underrated park

Rocky Mountain National Park may be Colorado's prized jewel, but there are plenty of other pristine parks in the state — with way fewer crowds.

Rocky Mountain National Park may be Colorado&#x27;s crown jewel, but there are plenty of other pristine parks in the state — with way fewer crowds.Driving the news: Outside magazine recently named the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="50 most underrated parks" data-vars-click-url="https://www.outsideonline.com/adventure-travel/destinations/north-america/most-underrated-parks-us/" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.outsideonline.com/adventure-travel/destinations/north-america/most-underrated-parks-us/" target="_blank">50 most underrated parks</a> in every state. In Colorado, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nps.gov/blca/index.htm" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nps.gov/blca/index.htm" target="_blank">Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park</a> took the prize.

What to do in Denver this weekend | March 23-26

There are crawfish boils, beer festivals, witty musicals and more.

🏠 Head to the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Denver Home Show" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverhomeshow.com/" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverhomeshow.com/" target="_blank">Denver Home Show</a> at the National Western Complex from Friday-Sunday to find deals on home goods, learn about the latest trends, and talk to hundreds of design experts. Denver-based HGTV reality star Rico Leon will make a guest appearance. Tickets start at $10.

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Denver wants to test your poop for viruses

COVID is waning in Denver, but the city is starting a program to replace a state-run effort testing wastewater for viruses.

COVID

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="COVID-19 is waning" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/03/03/denver-ends-covid-state-of-emergency" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/03/03/denver-ends-covid-state-of-emergency" target="_self">COVID-19 is waning</a> in Denver, but the city&#x27;s public health department is starting a program to replace a state-run effort testing wastewater for the virus.Why it matters: The city wants to use the testing program to detect and track other viruses in the future, city public health department spokesperson Courtney Ronner tells Axios Denver.

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Mayor Hancock officially ends Denver's COVID state of emergency

The move marks the end of the pandemic for the Mile High City.

Denver&#x27;s COVID-19 state of emergency ended this week, nearly three years after Colorado&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="first case" data-vars-click-url="https://covid19.colorado.gov/press-release/colorado-has-first-positive-case-covid-19" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://covid19.colorado.gov/press-release/colorado-has-first-positive-case-covid-19" target="_blank">first case</a> was reported March 5, 2020.Why it matters: The move marks the end of the pandemic for the Mile High City.

Biden nominee to lead FAA withdraws amid GOP opposition

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg condemned the "undeserved" partisan attacks against Washington.

Denver International Airport CEO <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Phil Washington" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/01/phil-washington-faa-senate-confirmation-hearing" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/01/phil-washington-faa-senate-confirmation-hearing" target="_self">Phil Washington</a>, President Biden&#x27;s nominee to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has withdrawn his nomination amid Republican opposition.Driving the news: Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg called Washington an &quot;excellent nominee&quot; and condemned the &quot;undeserved&quot; partisan attacks against him in a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="tweet confirming the news" data-vars-click-url="https://twitter.com/SecretaryPete/status/1639813812671881216" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://twitter.com/SecretaryPete/status/1639813812671881216" target="_blank">tweet confirming the news</a> Saturday night.

Artwork at Colorado's women's history center commemorates suffrage

The towering slice is part of a piece entitled "Western Women Wild With Joy."

It looks delectable, but this cake is a feast for the eyes only.Driving the news: The towering slice is part of a piece entitled &quot;Western Women Wild With Joy&quot; by artists Emma Hardy, Tina Suszynski, Anna Suszynski and Martha Russo is on display at the Center for Colorado Women&#x27;s History.

Six Colorado women who shaped the state's history

A doctor who delivered thousands of babies and a pioneering state lawmaker are two notable examples.

A doctor who delivered thousands of babies. A pioneering state lawmaker. An Indigenous businesswoman. These are just a few of the remarkable women who helped shape Colorado&#x27;s history, according to Susan Fries, director of the Center for Colorado Women&#x27;s History.

What not to miss this spring in Denver

Some of our favorite Denver celebrations and events are back in full bloom.

Now that it’s officially spring, some of our favorite Denver celebrations and events are back in full bloom.Here are six activities you don’t want to miss:

The first thing the next Denver mayor will do once elected

Most of the mayoral candidates tell Axios Denver that they will take immediate action.

Regardless of who wins, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the next Denver mayor" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/01/24/candidates-denver-mayor-2023-ballot" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/01/24/candidates-denver-mayor-2023-ballot" target="_self">the next Denver mayor</a> is expected to take action immediately.Why it matters: What the candidates pick as their first act as mayor speaks volumes about their priorities and approach to the job.

Capitol Pulse: What's happening and what's next this session

The tension at the state Capitol is starting to mount.

💬 Capitol Pulse is a weekly feature to catch up quick on what&#x27;s happening at the Legislature.The tension at the state Capitol is starting to mount as the Democratic-led General Assembly reaches a crucial period in this year&#x27;s session.State of play: Two major priorities that we&#x27;ve told you about continue to advance, while other major legislation — such as new housing bills — is just coming to light.

Ranked choice voting gets another look in Denver amid mayor's race

With a lengthy list of hopefuls running in the mayor's race, the idea of adopting RCV appears to be gaining momentum.

With a lengthy list of hopefuls running in the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Denver mayor&#x27;s race" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/01/24/candidates-denver-mayor-2023-ballot" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/01/24/candidates-denver-mayor-2023-ballot" target="_self">Denver mayor&#x27;s race</a>, the idea of adopting <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="ranked choice voting" data-vars-click-url="https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/blogs/stateline/2022/12/02/dont-vote-for-just-one-ranked-choice-voting-is-gaining-ground" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/blogs/stateline/2022/12/02/dont-vote-for-just-one-ranked-choice-voting-is-gaining-ground" target="_blank">ranked choice voting</a> (RCV) appears to be gaining momentum in the Mile High City.Why it matters: Some Denverites are feeling discouraged to vote in the April 4 election because they feel their voice will be lost on such a crowded ballot. Their concerns come at a time when voter turnout for local elections is already <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="historically low" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/03/14/denver-municipal-election-voter-turnout-2023" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/03/14/denver-municipal-election-voter-turnout-2023" target="_self">historically low</a>.

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Lisa Calderón secures progressive backing in Denver mayoral race

Three progressive advocacy groups are uniting behind Lisa Calderón's bid for Denver mayor.

Three progressive advocacy groups are uniting behind Lisa Calderón&#x27;s bid for Denver mayor.Details: The recent endorsements from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition and Working Families Party gives voters another way to differentiate <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="among the 16 candidates, who are mostly Democrats" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/01/24/candidates-denver-mayor-2023-ballot" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/01/24/candidates-denver-mayor-2023-ballot" target="_self">among the 16 candidates, who are mostly Democrats</a>.

Colorado lawmakers and Biden want Tik Tok ban, but not Gov. Polis

The Biden administration has threatened to block the app.

Two Colorado lawmakers are pushing for a ban of the TikTok app — part of a broader U.S. crackdown on the popular Chinese-linked social media platform.Driving the news: The Biden administration <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="threatened this month" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/16/us-tells-tiktok-ban-sale-cfius" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/03/16/us-tells-tiktok-ban-sale-cfius" target="_self">threatened this month</a> to block the app if parent company ByteDance doesn&#x27;t sell its stake in the U.S. version.

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Apartments in Denver, Aurora and Colorado Springs are getting bigger

Colorado's love of wide-open spaces applies to apartments, too.

Colorado&#x27;s love of wide-open spaces applies to apartments, too.State of play: Apartments built in Denver since 2013 are on average larger than the overall stock, defying the national trend. The same is true for new pads in Colorado Springs and Aurora, which boasts even more elbow room.

Denver school board votes for police in high schools following East High shooting

Thursday's action reverses the board's 2020 decision to remove SROs.

Denver&#x27;s school board on Thursday unanimously voted to suspend a policy banning school resource officers, just a day after two deans at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="East High" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/03/22/two-denver-east-high-school-faculty-members-shot-student" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/03/22/two-denver-east-high-school-faculty-members-shot-student" target="_self">East High</a> were shot by a student.Driving the news: The plan outlined in a memo directs Superintendent Alex Marrero to work with Mayor Michael Hancock to pay for two armed police officers at all high schools through the remainder of the academic year.

How Colorado's ticketing bill could change the industry

A local lawmaker wants to make it easier for people to securely get tickets for the biggest shows and events in Denver.

Buying tickets to a concert or sporting event can be a headache, but a state lawmaker wants to make that process easier by banning speculative ticketing sales.Driving the news: The sometimes deceptive practice allows sellers to list tickets despite not yet owning them.

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Two East High School faculty members shot by student

DPS Superintendent Alex Marrero said Wednesday that classes at East will be canceled for the rest of the week.

Two school administrators were injured in a shooting by a Black, male student at Denver East High School on Wednesday, police said during a morning news briefing. The latest: Authorities say the alleged 17-year-old gunman was <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="found dead" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverpost.com/2023/03/22/body-found-near-denver-high-school-shooting-suspects-car/" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverpost.com/2023/03/22/body-found-near-denver-high-school-shooting-suspects-car/" target="_blank">found dead</a> in Park County on Wednesday night. A law enforcement source <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="told" data-vars-click-url="https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/east-hs-shooting/73-0593c394-f1a9-410a-a148-4a81a58ddad1" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/east-hs-shooting/73-0593c394-f1a9-410a-a148-4a81a58ddad1" target="_blank">told</a> 9News he died of an apparent suicide.

Parents, families frustrated after East High shooting

Parents demanded more details on the shooting that left two school administrators injured.

The frustration was too much — and too familiar — for some East High School parents to bear on Wednesday.<ul><li>&quot;This is not okay! You guys don&#x27;t do nothing, ever!&quot; one angry parent can be heard yelling toward <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Denver police chief Ron Thomas" data-vars-click-url="https://twitter.com/MarcSallinger/status/1638595094831050752" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://twitter.com/MarcSallinger/status/1638595094831050752" target="_blank">Denver police chief Ron Thomas</a> in a video captured by a 9News journalist.</li><li>Other parents <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="berated Mayor Michael Hancock" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/east-high-school-shooting-lockdown-denver/" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/east-high-school-shooting-lockdown-denver/" target="_blank">berated Mayor Michael Hancock</a>, asking what was being done to keep students safe.</li></ul>Driving the news: Parents demanded more details <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="on the shooting" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/03/22/two-denver-east-high-school-faculty-members-shot-student" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/03/22/two-denver-east-high-school-faculty-members-shot-student" target="_self">on the shooting</a> that left two school administrators injured on Wednesday morning and searched for answers about how the district plans to keep students safe.

Hot homes: 5 Denver-area houses for sale, starting at $500K

This week's hot homes roundup includes a handful of unique Denver properties packed with plenty of charm.

Real Estate

This week&#x27;s Hot Homes roundup includes a handful of unique Denver properties packed with plenty of charm.<h5><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="2942 Glenarm Place — $500,000" data-vars-click-url="https://milehimodern.com/2942-glenarm/" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://milehimodern.com/2942-glenarm/" target="_blank">2942 Glenarm Place — $500,000</a></h5>Why we love it: This cheery and light-filled residence, nestled in one of Denver&#x27;s most historic neighborhoods, offers an attached ADU with possibilities for a personal office, guest house or rental unit.

Denver among nation's top pet-friendly cities for renters

As of January, more than 75% of Denver rental listings allow animals, Zillow data shows.

Denver is the fifth most pet-friendly city in the country for renters, according to a new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="analysis" data-vars-click-url="https://zillow.mediaroom.com/2023-03-06-Zillow-names-Austin-the-top-pet-friendly-city-for-renters-looking-to-move" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://zillow.mediaroom.com/2023-03-06-Zillow-names-Austin-the-top-pet-friendly-city-for-renters-looking-to-move" target="_blank">analysis</a> from Zillow.Why it matters: Finding affordable housing here is hard enough as it is, and securing a place that allows furry friends without costing a fortune can be even more difficult.

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