Biden Out, Kamala In

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🇺🇸 President Joe Biden announced yesterday he’s not running for a second term, backing VP Kamala Harris for the nomination. After a storied career and a pivotal 2020 comeback, Biden’s decision comes amid declining poll numbers and health concerns. Colorado Governor Jared Polis and Senator John Hickenlooper praised Biden’s legacy as the DNC gears up for a dramatic convention next month.

⚖️ Mayor Mike Johnston is set to showcase Denver's transformation from crisis to comeback. In today’s upcoming State of the City address at the Paramount Theatre, he’ll paint a picture of a city rebounding from homelessness and violence, with downtown buzzing back to life.

Key Points:

• Crime Down, Car Theft Cut: Thanks to targeted strategies, crime stats are dropping.

• Downtown Revival: Walk from Five Points to Coors Field, and you won't see a single tent—300 square blocks, encampment-free!

• Affordable Living: Johnston dreams of a Denver where everyone can afford to live, work, and raise a family.

🦞 An extremely rare orange lobster nearly ended up as a meal in Pueblo, but now it's heading for fame at Denver's Downtown Aquarium. "Crush" , named after the Denver Broncos' legendary Orange Crush defense, is already a local celebrity. Crush will soon be part of the "Lurks" exhibit, after a 30-day quarantine.

🧠 Denver’s STAR program, which dispatches mental health professionals instead of police for certain emergencies, is winning praise but falling short on coverage. In 2023, STAR responded to just 50% of the 15,125 eligible calls, leaving thousands unaddressed.

By the Numbers:

• Denver 911 answered over 1.35 million calls in 2023.

• 15,125 calls were eligible for a STAR response, but STAR only handled 7,657.

• With only 30 team members and eight vans, STAR struggles to meet demand.

🍕 Denver's food scene just got spicier with three new spots this week, and two of them are slinging irresistible pies!

• Brooklyn's Finest Pizza finally opened its doors on South Broadway

• Saverina at the new Kimpton Claret Hotel in Belleview Station is another pizza paradise

• Le Claire's, a French patisserie on East Colfax serves up savory and sweet éclairs, entremets, vegan and gluten-free macarons, and more

Closures:

• Chez Roc and Cretans at the Clayton Hotel in Cherry Creek are closing

Other Food News:

• Renegade Brewing is making a comeback next month with new owners

• Blue Sparrow Coffee is opening its third location in Capitol Hill

• Los Dos Potrillos is set to debut its first Denver location next year

Hungry yet? 🍴

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Today

⚾️ Colorado Rockies vs. Boston Red Sox: Cheer on the Rockies at Coors Field! 6:40 PM at 2001 Blake St. Tickets $16+.

Tomorrow

🎨 ArtPark Al Fresco 2024 Summer Series: Bring your inner mad scientist to life by hacking old toys to craft fresh and freaky monster dolls and stuffed animals. 6 PM at 1900 35th Street. Free.

🎶 Beats on the Creek: The Long Run: Catch The Long Run, an Eagles tribute band, at Coohills Restaurant. 7:30 PM at 1400 Wewatta St. Tickets $5.

🎥 Sunset Cinema: The Triplets of Belleville: Enjoy a free outdoor screening, CU Denver’s student animation showcase, and tasty bites from food trucks like Toby’s New Orleans Poboys and Ninja Ramen Mobile. 6:30 PM a t1400 Curtis St. Free.

⚾️ Colorado Rockies vs. Boston Red Sox: Cheer on the Rockies at Coors Field! 6:40 PM at 2001 Blake St. Tickets $16+.

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