♻️ Why Denver’s compost rollout is dragging

♻️ Where’s My New Compost Bin?

In 2022, the City of Denver unveiled its new “Pay as You Throw” trash system in an effort to course-correct its abysmal waste diversion rate. As part of the program all Denverites were to receive new compost carts. But now two years later, our diversion rate has only improved 3% and just a fraction of residents have their new carts. What’s the deal? According to officials, the city wants to make sure residents are educated before handing out carts, but at the current pace, many residents won’t see their new compost bin until 2025. [Westword]

• Get a crash course: The dos and don’ts of Denver’s new compost program. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

👮 How Some Cops Get Away with Lying

Despite a 2019 law meant to curb dishonesty among law enforcement officials, a sweeping investigation by the Colorado News Collaborative has found that many deceitful officers are still getting away with lying. Sometimes the infractions aren’t reported to the proper authorities due to a lack of time or resources. But the primary problem? Truthfulness is often subjective. [CPR]

🤖 Dems Divided by AI

Though Colorado lawmakers passed a first-in-the-nation bill to better regulate artificial intelligence this year, detractors of the bill are calling on Gov. Jared Polis, a known champion of the tech sector, to veto the measure, arguing that it will “stifle innovation and competition.” Attorney General Phil Weiser, on the other hand, openly supports the plan in order to protect consumers by helping them identify “what’s real and what’s not.” [Axios Denver]

• Dive deeper: Meet Holly, the Carl’s Jr. drive-thru robot in Lakewood. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

🏒 Do the Avs Still Have a Chance?

The Av’s leading scorer Valeri Nichushkin was suspended this week over undisclosed issues. What does this mean for the team’s chance at a Stanley Cup? And will the Av’s forward be able to get the help he needs? [City Cast Denver 🎧]

Last week’s answer: Bruz Off Fax, 1495 York Street

“Badass Belgian-inspired beers.” Also check out their other location, Bruz Beers Midtown, near the Berkeley neighborhood.

🍻 A round on the house for our correct guessers!

• Stephanie B. was the first to write in with the correct answer!
• But Kirsten E., Holly H., Ruby M., Denon M., Daley S., Michael T., Jenny B., and Alison T. weren’t far behind!
• And an extra special thanks to Hey Denver reader Elizabeth W. for last week’s pic!

This Week’s Photo:

🕵️ Do YOU know where to find this vibrant wall of animal murals? Be among the first to respond with the right answer and you’ll get a special shoutout in next Friday’s newsletter!

📸 Want to submit a photo? Send me a snapshot of somewhere in Denver, and I’ll consider it for an upcoming photo trivia segment!

Avs and Addiction, a Dem Against Gay Marriage, and Bye-Bye Endless Shrimp

An Av’s player is suspended during the playoffs, a Democratic legislator's questionable vote over gay marriage, and Red Lobster’s abrupt closure of several metro area locations has left Endless Shrimp fans reeling. The City Cast Denver crew digs into these big stories and more news of the week.