10 touristy destinations to see on your trip to the Indy 500 Enjoy Indianapolis with these bakeries, restaurants, book shops, coffee shops, farmers markets, the zoo, the Museum of Art and revolving sushi.

My first article with the Indy Star!

Holy white smoke, we have a new pope! White smoke streamed from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel, signaling to the world that the 133 cardinals inside have elected a new pope. But we don't yet know his identity.

BREAKING NEWS: White smoke streams from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel, signaling to the world that a new pope has been selected.

And I did it on the mobile app too 🥹

UPDATE: TikTok is now unusable. When you open the app, you get prompt to close it.

Just got this message when I opened #TikTok. For now, it seems like the app is still useable.

So I downloaded RedNote and kids in the comments are asking for help on their English homework

Should Denver allow more needle exchange programs? Some council members — and the mayor — aren’t sure. Denver would eliminate its limit on the number of needle exchange programs that can operate in the city and remove restrictions on their location under a new ordinance set for a final vote Monday.

My first story for @denverpost.com:

Later today, Denver City Council will vote on whether to allow an unlimited number of needle exchange programs in the city. The proposal would also allow the sites to open within 1,000 feet of schools/daycares. www.denverpost.com/2025/01/13/d...

Denver residents can grab free rides on New Year’s Eve Molson Coors is partnering with the Regional Transportation District to offer fare-free trips on buses and trains in the Denver metro.

Denver NYE news for you (via @denverpost.com):

Parties, concerts and fireworks to ring in 2025 - denverpost.com/2024/12/26/n...

Free rides for New Year's Eve - denverpost.com/2024/12/28/d...

New laws taking effect Jan. 1 - denverpost.com/2024/12/17/n...

No one can convince me that "extra toasty" Cheez Its aren't just regular Cheez Its that failed quality control.

Last week’s TikTok went viral, earning 139k views and a whopping 1.2k new followers. It’s currently our most-liked video at 7.3k likes. Read more on Colorado’s new laws here: www.denverpost.com/2024/12/17/n...

I don’t think Susan’s husband understands what vocal fry is 😂

Good morning, Denver! ☀️

Denver officials give green light to demolish “blighted” historic East Colfax buildings Some Landmark Preservation Commission members said they were torn over the decision.

Denver’s Landmark Preservation Commission reverses course, approves demolition of two historic but derelict buildings on East Colfax Avenue, with all but one board member agreeing that multimillion-dollar restorations would be an economic hardship to the owner // Story by @katielang.bsky.social

I don't know who needs to hear this, but you don't have "too many books".

Escape life’s stresses at Denver’s newest — and prettiest — yoga studio I am selfishly hesitant to share my hidden gem, Canopy Yoga, with the rest of Denver.

For this @denverpost.com staff favorite, I am selfishly tempted to gatekeep Canopy Yoga from the rest of #Denver.

But today's your lucky day! Read on to hear my yogi love letter. 💌

Outside review calls Colorado election passwords leak “inadvertent” but finds officials violated policy The Colorado Secretary of State’s Office violated two state information security policies that contributed to the accidental release of some voting system passwords before this year’s e…

UPDATE: The Colorado Secretary of State’s Office violated two state information security policies that contributed to the accidental release of some voting system passwords before this year’s election, according to a third-party investigation.

Dick Kreck, whose wild Denver Post columns and books celebrated Mile High City, dies at 83 “He was so full of mischief and wit, and just these stunning observations,” daughter Molly Kreck said.

Sad to have to write a 2nd obit for a legendary columnist at @denverpost.com in less than a month. But honored to do it for this absolute titan of Colorado news media, literature, and history.

Thanks to the incredible list of people who spoke with me for this obit. R.I.P. #dickkreck

Barnes & Noble Said Tattered Cover Wouldn't Change, but Its Actions Speak Volumes Four months after the behemoth bought Denver's beloved bookstore out of bankruptcy, how independent is it?

"...It would be unacceptable to think of a world without the Tattered Cover. People don't understand how close we were to closing the store at multiple points in 2023 and 2024. ...Now they've signed a new 20-year lease at the Colfax store. This is a generational commitment to that location."

I personally love driving around the city at night and seeing all of the holiday decorations. And now I know exactly where to go! See our full Denver holiday lights map here: www.denverpost.com/2024/12/03/c...

Today is #GivingTuesday, and if you're looking for Colorado nonprofits to support, check out these organizations featured in @denverpost.com Season to Share. seasontoshare.com (1/7)

Colorado Springs police sergeant intimidated girl who accused him of inappropriate contact, affidavit says Woodland Park police interviewed Sgt. Glenn Thomas about the allegations on Oct. 4 and he denied touching her, according to the affidavit.

A Colorado Springs police sgt allegedly intimidated a 10-year-old girl who accused him of inappropriate contact, according to an arrest affidavit. No charges were filed, but he's now charged with victim intimidation, tampering, and violating a protection order. www.denverpost.com/2024/12/03/c...

Colorado drivers start worker-owned ride-hailing platform to compete with Uber, Lyft “A lot of people are tired of every aspect of their lives being controlled by an algorithm,” former Uber and Lyft driver Ryan Branin said.

"As opposed to Uber and Lyft, where companies take a large percentage of every ride, the Drivers’ Cooperative guarantees drivers 80% of each fare. The remaining 20% goes to the cooperative." // by @samtabachnik.bsky.social

Lauren Boebert joins Cameo, charging $250+ for personalized video messages Colorado U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert broke new ground over the weekend when she became the first sitting member of Congress to offer personalized messages on Cameo.

U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert is the first sitting member of Congress to offer personalized video messages for sale — starting at $250 — through Cameo. She joins two ex-congressmen, George Santos and Matt Gaetz, on the platform // by @coltrain.bsky.social

Casa Bonita cliff divers, entertainers vote to unionize About 80 employees will now be part of a pair of unions representing entertainment workers.

It finally happened: #CasaBonita performers -- including magicians, cliff divers, and puppeteers -- voted to unionize on Friday, nearly 80 in all. Here are details for @denverpost.com

Fatal drug overdoses in Denver and across Colorado show declines through first half of 2024 Experts and health officials caution the data is preliminary and only covers the first six months of this year — and Colorado’s number of overdose deaths still remain well above pre-pandemic levels…

"Fatal drug overdoses in both Denver and across Colorado have declined through the first half of 2024, matching national trends and offering a ray of sunshine after the fentanyl crisis fueled years of mounting death tolls." // by @sethklamann.bsky.social

New: State Sen. Janet Buckner, an Aurora Democrat, is resigning. Buckner just won a second term in the Senate (she ran uncontested). Like Sen. Chris Hansen, her resignation will be effective Jan. 9.

Hey, all! I'm a Denver Post reporter looking to talk to parents of Clear Sky elementary schoolers in Castle Rock whose children were forced off their bus near Cedar Hill Cemetery on Monday. Shoot me a DM here or reach out at lpenington@denverpost.com

Where to get free Thanksgiving meals, volunteer in Denver in 2024 Denverites in need of a warm, free Thanksgiving meal or who want to volunteer to spread holiday cheer can check out these opportunities around town.

Where to get free Thanksgiving meals, volunteer in Denver in 2024: www.denverpost.com/2024/11/20/f... by @lizzy-hernandez.bsky.social

I'm new on here but excited to jump into Blue Sky

Many of my Denver Post colleagues are new here, too. Find us here: go.bsky.app/LhP5iEi

Colorado Democrats plan bill to remove state’s unique barrier to union organizing Federal law requires new unions to pass one election to form, though some states have so-called “right-to-work” laws that don’t require all employees in a unionized shop to pay dues or be a member …

Democrats plan bill to remove state’s unique barrier to union organizing. www.denverpost.com/2024/11/19/c...