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August 21, 2023

Good morning, Denver! A United Airlines pilot was charged with misdemeanor criminal mischief for attacking an airport parking entrance arm with an ax. Police say the pilot ā€œjust hit his breaking point.ā€ But mostly, I’m here for the funny reddit comments.

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🚩 Aurora ICE Center Raises More Red Flags

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing facility in Aurora has been under scrutiny for years, with auditors noting an ā€œunsafe environmentā€ for detainees. Recently, red flags were raised once more after NPR reporters obtained the recording of a confusing seven-minute 911 call for a detainee experiencing a medical emergency. The recording shows an obvious lack of emergency response training on the part of facility staff, which some argue ultimately led to the death of the detainee. [CPR]

  • 🚩 Similar: Also under scrutiny is the Adams County Police Academy, the state’s largest law enforcement training program. Officials have found an ā€œunprofessional and dangerousā€ culture that fosters hazing and abuse. [CPR]

āš•ļø Medical Board Casts Doubts on ā€˜Abortion Reversal’ Pill

Abortion rights groups have been waiting with bated breath for the state medical board’s ruling on the legitimacy of the so-called ā€œabortion reversalā€ pill. Back in April, Gov. Polis attempted to make Colorado the first state in the nation to ban the prescription of the pill, but a federal judge temporarily blocked the ban while state medical boards considered the legitimacy of the procedure. Last week, health officials did not rule in favor of an outright ban, but did say the pill was not a ā€œgenerally accepted standard of practice,ā€ and so all uses of the pill will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. [CO Sun]

šŸ™ļø How to Have an Epic 36 Hours in Denver

If you have friends coming to visit Denver, where do you take them? From hidden gem restaurants to must-see attractions, this travel guide will help show your visitors the best sides of the Mile High City. [City Cast Denver šŸŽ§]

What To Do

šŸŽžļø Film on the Rocks | Monday | Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.

Enjoy ā€œStar Wars: Return of the Jedi,ā€ the final film of this seasonal tradition under the stars with an opening performance from local indie legends Dressy Bessy!Ā [Red Rocks; $22+]

šŸ”“ Forbidden Bingo | Monday | 6:30-9:15 p.m.

Have fun and get a little naughty with this adult-themed bingo night featuring local celeb, DJ Rockstar Aaron.Ā [Ballpark; Free with two item minimum purchase]

šŸ’ 'Dame, Doctor, Icon: Jane Goodall' | Tuesday | 8-9:30 p.m.

Enjoy a screening of ā€œJane Goodall’s Reasons for Hope,ā€ followed by a presentation from anthropologist Dr. Erin Baxter about the impact of Jane's work. (For a family-friendly version of this film and lecture, there’s a 6 p.m. showing, too!)Ā [City Park; $12-$15]

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A bird-eye view of Denver
So much Denver, so little time! (Acton Crawford / Unsplash)

The Ultimate Visitor's Guide to Denver

A few years ago, the New York Times’ ā€œ36 Hoursā€ travel guide came to Denver — and missed the mark on what (we think) makes this city so cool. Today on the show, the City Cast Denver crew puts together their ultimate list of amazing places to eat, drink, and experience the best the Mile High has to offer.

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