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Colorado paid $767M in Trump tariffs before SCOTUS ruling

The question now is whether businesses — or everyday Americans — will get refunds.

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Now that the U.S. Supreme Court declared a large swath of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="President Trump&#x27;s tariffs illegal" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/20/trump-tariffs-supreme-court-illegal" data-vars-content-id="cf8904ab-5df9-477a-a8b6-4b0686605804" data-vars-headline="Colorado paid $767M in Trump tariffs before SCOTUS ruling" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/20/trump-tariffs-supreme-court-illegal" target="_self">President Trump&#x27;s tariffs illegal</a>, the question is whether businesses — or everyday Americans — will <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="get refunds" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/20/trump-tariffs-states-refunds" data-vars-content-id="cf8904ab-5df9-477a-a8b6-4b0686605804" data-vars-headline="Colorado paid $767M in Trump tariffs before SCOTUS ruling" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/02/20/trump-tariffs-states-refunds" target="_self">get refunds</a>.

Community leaders rally, demand unity amid increased ICE activity

Immigrant advocates, community leaders, artists and a state lawmaker urged unity against what they characterize as aggressive immigration enforcement.

Parents are afraid to take their children to school. People are skipping important cultural celebrations. Others are hesitant to go to work.State of play: Those are some of the ripple effects described Friday by community leaders, who say <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Immigration and Customs Enforcement&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/27/colorado-immigration-ice-state-lawmakers" data-vars-content-id="f559426e-8e44-47e6-8327-9fe1dce57448" data-vars-headline="Community leaders rally, demand unity amid increased ICE activity" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/27/colorado-immigration-ice-state-lawmakers" target="_self">Immigration and Customs Enforcement&#x27;s</a> increased activity is affecting daily routines in parts of Denver&#x27;s Indigenous, Asian American, Black and Latino communities.

Gov. Jared Polis ends bid to comply with ICE subpoena

Gov. Jared Polis is reversing course on his attempts to provide federal immigration authorities with sensitive state records.

Gov. Jared Polis is reversing course on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="his attempts" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/06/09/colorado-jared-polis-ice-lawsuit" data-vars-content-id="5e888ba3-5e6f-4d22-89f1-e430b2b34135" data-vars-headline="Gov. Jared Polis ends bid to comply with ICE subpoena" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/06/09/colorado-jared-polis-ice-lawsuit" target="_self">his attempts</a> to provide <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="federal immigration authorities" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/10/22/colorado-governor-jared-polis-ice-immigration-status" data-vars-content-id="5e888ba3-5e6f-4d22-89f1-e430b2b34135" data-vars-headline="Gov. Jared Polis ends bid to comply with ICE subpoena" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/10/22/colorado-governor-jared-polis-ice-immigration-status" target="_self">federal immigration authorities</a> with sensitive state records.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The case" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/06/05/ice-jared-polis-lawsuit-colorado-immigration" data-vars-content-id="5e888ba3-5e6f-4d22-89f1-e430b2b34135" data-vars-headline="Gov. Jared Polis ends bid to comply with ICE subpoena" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/06/05/ice-jared-polis-lawsuit-colorado-immigration" target="_self">The case</a> shined a spotlight on the tension between federal immigration enforcement and Colorado&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="privacy and sanctuary protections" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/05/05/colorado-immigrant-protections-sanctuary-state-lawsuit" data-vars-content-id="5e888ba3-5e6f-4d22-89f1-e430b2b34135" data-vars-headline="Gov. Jared Polis ends bid to comply with ICE subpoena" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/05/05/colorado-immigrant-protections-sanctuary-state-lawsuit" target="_self">privacy and sanctuary protections</a>.

Scoop: Piñata stunt fuels tensions in 8th District Democratic primary

During the forum, the organizers and the candidates repeatedly mocked and laughed at the piñata version of Bird

Election

Three <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Democratic candidates" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/10/16/colorado-8th-district-fundraising-rutinel-bird-evans" data-vars-content-id="a9c1b917-c91a-4112-ba13-af70c974647d" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Piñata stunt fuels tensions in 8th District Democratic primary" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/10/16/colorado-8th-district-fundraising-rutinel-bird-evans" target="_self">Democratic candidates</a> for Colorado&#x27;s 8th Congressional District appeared at a campaign forum this week to talk about immigration.Yes, but: One of the three, who didn&#x27;t attend, was depicted as a piñata.

How to maximize the impact of your local giving

With deep roots in the Denver community, Rose Community Foundation connects donors with local nonprofits to help their giving make the greatest impact possible.

Newcomers Guide

With deep roots in the Denver community, Rose Community Foundation connects donors with local nonprofits to help their giving make the greatest impact possible.The idea: Rose Community Foundation strives to advance inclusive, engaged and equitable Greater Denver communities through values-driven philanthropy.

How to network like a pro in Denver

Young professionals are hungry for mentorship and real connection.

When Chloe Rice moved to Denver nearly two years ago, she didn&#x27;t envision herself becoming a superstar on Instagram.The intrigue: Rice, who&#x27;s from Texas, wanted an adventure, and with a remote gig for a large tech company allowing her to work anywhere, she chose Denver — and ended up an accidental influencer.

How to make friends as an adult in Denver

Forming friendships is hard. Here are 14 ways to make it easier.

It&#x27;s not easy to make friends in a new city — <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="especially in a place like Denver" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2021/09/17/friendships-denver-survey" data-vars-content-id="f54ff08c-0c35-43b4-a652-6d067ef25331" data-vars-headline="How to make friends as an adult in Denver" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2021/09/17/friendships-denver-survey" target="_self">especially in a place like Denver</a>, where an <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="influx of new residents" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2024/03/18/colorado-population-growth-census-bureau" data-vars-content-id="f54ff08c-0c35-43b4-a652-6d067ef25331" data-vars-headline="How to make friends as an adult in Denver" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2024/03/18/colorado-population-growth-census-bureau" target="_self">influx of new residents</a> in recent years means many lack deep connections.Why it matters: The loneliness epidemic has <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="become a major threat to our happiness" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/02/15/depression-living-alone-national-health" data-vars-content-id="f54ff08c-0c35-43b4-a652-6d067ef25331" data-vars-headline="How to make friends as an adult in Denver" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/02/15/depression-living-alone-national-health" target="_self">become a major threat to our happiness</a> as <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="friendships are declining" data-vars-click-url="https://link.axios.com/click/24992098.4323/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tL2FtZXJpY2FuLXNvY2lldHktZnJpZW5kc2hpcC1jcmlzaXMtMDI3MmJhODAtMTk2Ny00NWVlLTgyNTEtNjM1NDFjNDhmMmNiLmh0bWw_dXRtX3NvdXJjZT1uZXdzbGV0dGVyJnV0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX2NhbXBhaWduPW5ld3NsZXR0ZXJfYXhpb3Nsb2NhbF9taW5uZWFwb2xpcyZzdHJlYW09dG9w/600a1412c7007c4fabd64e25Bd92a2506#_ga=2.161613748.904642275.1713716808-91467305.1666638430" data-vars-content-id="f54ff08c-0c35-43b4-a652-6d067ef25331" data-vars-headline="How to make friends as an adult in Denver" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://link.axios.com/click/24992098.4323/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYXhpb3MuY29tL2FtZXJpY2FuLXNvY2lldHktZnJpZW5kc2hpcC1jcmlzaXMtMDI3MmJhODAtMTk2Ny00NWVlLTgyNTEtNjM1NDFjNDhmMmNiLmh0bWw_dXRtX3NvdXJjZT1uZXdzbGV0dGVyJnV0bV9tZWRpdW09ZW1haWwmdXRtX2NhbXBhaWduPW5ld3NsZXR0ZXJfYXhpb3Nsb2NhbF9taW5uZWFwb2xpcyZzdHJlYW09dG9w/600a1412c7007c4fabd64e25Bd92a2506#_ga=2.161613748.904642275.1713716808-91467305.1666638430" target="_self">friendships are declining</a> nationwide.

10 great and unusual places to work remotely in Denver

Check out a handful of unique places to plant your laptop.

Things to Do

If working from the corner of your bedroom or the local coffee shop is getting tiresome, we have a handful of unique places to plant your laptop.What to know: All of our picks offer different scenes, so pick appropriately for your calendar. Each features WiFi connections and a variety of places to sit, but not all offer convenient power outlets.

The bucket list of Denver places to eat and drink

We compiled a list of 18 favorites, from institutions to new kids on the block, that you must visit.

Whether you&#x27;re a newcomer or a native, Denver offers a bevy of places where you must eat and drink to really experience the city.The big picture: We compiled a list of favorites, from institutions to new kids on the block, to get you acquainted with Denver&#x27;s culinary scene.

Denver's best neighborhoods in 2024, according to local real estate experts

Denver&#x27;s real estate market <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="remains competitive" data-vars-click-url="https://kdvr.com/news/local/real-estate-buyers-entering-competitive-market-in-denver-metro-this-year/" data-vars-content-id="0b98566f-fd74-454a-a413-6c1752930d94" data-vars-headline="Denver&#x27;s best neighborhoods in 2024, according to local real estate experts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://kdvr.com/news/local/real-estate-buyers-entering-competitive-market-in-denver-metro-this-year/" target="_blank">remains competitive</a>, especially when it comes to the city&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="top neighborhoods" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/06/25/denver-neighborhood-guide-2023" data-vars-content-id="0b98566f-fd74-454a-a413-6c1752930d94" data-vars-headline="Denver&#x27;s best neighborhoods in 2024, according to local real estate experts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/06/25/denver-neighborhood-guide-2023" target="_self">top neighborhoods</a>. But the suburbs are growing in popularity — and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="priciness" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/06/10/denver-colorado-suburb-real-estate-home-prices" data-vars-content-id="0b98566f-fd74-454a-a413-6c1752930d94" data-vars-headline="Denver&#x27;s best neighborhoods in 2024, according to local real estate experts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/06/10/denver-colorado-suburb-real-estate-home-prices" target="_self">priciness</a> — too.State of play: We looked to a handful of local real estate experts for their top places to live in Denver based on schools, crime, walkability and charm.

Denver's housing market is heating back up in 2024

The median closing price of single-family homes in March was up 5% compared to the same time last year.

The Denver metro area ranks as the hottest housing market in the country for a second year in a row, according to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="recent analysis" data-vars-click-url="https://realestate.usnews.com/real-estate/housing-market-index/articles/the-hottest-housing-markets-in-the-us" data-vars-content-id="364945f9-d9a5-4ba8-8717-b69e02181e73" data-vars-headline="Denver&#x27;s housing market is heating back up in 2024" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://realestate.usnews.com/real-estate/housing-market-index/articles/the-hottest-housing-markets-in-the-us" target="_blank">recent analysis</a> from U.S. News &amp; World Report.What the report says: The metro area &quot;retains a mix of strengths including low unemployment, few mortgage delinquencies, low rental vacancy rates for investors and a positive ratio of building permits to job growth.&quot;

Denver's Cherry Creek neighborhood is crushing it as downtown faces tough times

As downtown Denver's struggles persist, Cherry Creek is increasingly crushing it.

As downtown Denver&#x27;s struggles persist — from <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="high office vacancies and low foot traffic" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2024/03/08/downtown-vacancy-foot-traffic-office-recovery" data-vars-content-id="ed949dd5-0319-43b1-963b-0a755b770d7c" data-vars-headline="Denver&#x27;s Cherry Creek neighborhood is crushing it as downtown faces tough times" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2024/03/08/downtown-vacancy-foot-traffic-office-recovery" target="_self">high office vacancies and low foot traffic</a> to seemingly <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="never-ending construction" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/11/27/downtown-recovery-16th-street-mall-larimer-square" data-vars-content-id="ed949dd5-0319-43b1-963b-0a755b770d7c" data-vars-headline="Denver&#x27;s Cherry Creek neighborhood is crushing it as downtown faces tough times" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/11/27/downtown-recovery-16th-street-mall-larimer-square" target="_self">never-ending construction</a> — Cherry Creek just 4 miles south is thriving.The big picture: The affluent area appears to be capitalizing on downtown&#x27;s lackluster demand, as it <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="puts new tenants into office buildings" data-vars-click-url="https://businessden.com/2022/09/19/antero-resources-plots-hq-move-from-downtown-to-cherry-creek/" data-vars-content-id="ed949dd5-0319-43b1-963b-0a755b770d7c" data-vars-headline="Denver&#x27;s Cherry Creek neighborhood is crushing it as downtown faces tough times" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://businessden.com/2022/09/19/antero-resources-plots-hq-move-from-downtown-to-cherry-creek/" target="_blank">puts new tenants into office buildings</a> and attracts more people with fresh restaurants, bars and hotels.

Axios' guide to bucket list things to do in Denver

We compiled a list of our favorite places to visit and experience in and around the city.

Denver&#x27;s cultural fabric has changed <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="in some ways recently" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/01/30/denver-bland-architecture-affordable-housing" data-vars-content-id="2cb0e698-1dc4-4089-9dee-01436df249a5" data-vars-headline="Axios&#x27; guide to bucket list things to do in Denver" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/01/30/denver-bland-architecture-affordable-housing" target="_self">in some ways recently</a>, but there are still some quintessential things worth trying if you&#x27;re new to the Mile High City.The big picture: Moving somewhere new or trying to rediscover your city can be daunting but exciting.

Guide to Denver: Where to live, eat and play

Whether you're new to Denver and Colorado, or a longtimer looking to get reacquainted, we have what you need to know.

Whether you&#x27;re new to Denver and Colorado, or a longtimer looking to get reacquainted, we have what you need to know.What to know: Here&#x27;s a guide to where to live, what to eat and how to play in the Mile High City.