🎬 Sundance gets serious about Boulder

🏟️ Ball Arena Redevelopment Advances

Stan Kroenke — owner of the Avs, Nuggets, and Ball Arena — just scored a big win for his plans for high-density redevelopment in the area. A city council panel tasked with revamping the South Platte riverfront has approved Kroenke’s rezoning request. Next, the full council will hold a final vote in the coming weeks. [AxiosDenver]

⚖️ Judge Drops Prison Sentence in Elijah McClain Case

An Adams County judge dropped the five-year prison sentence given to Peter Cichuniec, the former Aurora Fire paramedic who was convicted of negligent homicide and second-degree assault in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain. The judge said he does not believe Cichuniec is a risk to society. [CPR]

🍽️ $20 Cheeseburgers Bumming You Out?

Denver’s minimum wage is set to increase again in January, but two restaurant industry advocates say our unique labor laws are driving out local restaurants and driving up the cost of going out to dinner. Should Denver take a note from New York City? [City Cast Denver 🎧]

🎞️ Boulder Named Finalist to Host Sundance

Organizers of the famed Sundance Film Festival have named Boulder among their top three contenders in the search for the event’s new homebase. They’re also considering Cincinnati, Ohio, or remaining in Utah. To sweeten its bid, Colorado has promised significant financial support. Event officials plan to announce a decision after the upcoming festival in January. [CPR]