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🔋 CO’s cars will be mostly electric by 2032
October 24, 2023
Good morning, Denver! Our champion Nuggets will begin their title defense tonight with a season opener at Ball Arena against the LA Lakers. Tip-off is at 5:30 p.m. Fans are invited to a party of epic proportions at Tivoli Quad, which will include musical performances from The Chainsmokers and Dermot Kennedy 🏀
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🔋 New ‘Clean Car’ Rules Coming to Colorado
Last week, the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission approved a new mandate that will require electric vehicles to account for 82% of new car sales by 2032. The new “clean cars” rule will also implement tougher emission standards for gas-powered cars. [CO Sun]
- Learn more: Discover why there is “no better state in the country to buy an electric car than Colorado.” [City Cast Denver 🎧]
⚖️ Judge Blocks ‘Abortion Reversal’ Ban
A federal judge blocked Colorado’s ban on so-called “abortion reversal” pills while a lawsuit around the matter proceeds. A Catholic health clinic in Englewood is arguing the ban infringes on its religious freedom. Until the lawsuit is resolved, the clinic can continue to provide “abortion reversal” treatments. [CO Sun]
- Take a closer look: Is “abortion reversal” legitimate? We unpack the topic and share a few resources for learning more. [City Cast Denver 🎧]
💰 Clerk and Recorder Wants to Ramp Up Security
Following the release of the mayor’s most recent 2024 budget draft, Denver Clerk and Recorder Paul López is requesting more funding for the city’s elections office in order to ramp up security ahead of next year’s elections. While the proposed budget does include $175,000 for the elections divisions, López says anything less than the $942,000 he requested comes with serious risks. [Denverite]
- What else is in the mayor’s budget proposal? We broke it down on yesterday’s podcast episode. [City Cast Denver 🎧]
What To Do
🐾 Halloween Pet Portraits | Wednesday | 4-6 p.m.
Get your pup dressed up for this pet photoshoot complete with drink specials to raise money for Foothills Animal Shelter. [Union Station; Free]
🎃 BOOnion Station | Wednesday | 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Bring the kiddos in costume and join in a halloween parade around Union Station. Also enjoy face painting, balloon art, and a costume contest. [Union Station; Free]
🦣 Permafrost Palomas | Wednesday | 7-10 p.m.
Dress in your “coolest” costumes for this ice age-themed, adults-only cocktail party at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science after hours. [City Park; $30-$40]
⚖️ Free Legal Resources | Thursday + Friday | Times Vary
Get free legal advice from the State Judicial Department on issues like sealing criminal cases, family law issues, self-representation in court, and more. [Across Colorado; Free]
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Because we’re all excited that it’s Nuggets season again … Have you seen their new “City Edition” jerseys? 👀
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