City Cast Denver
💼 More DOGE layoffs hit Denver
February 21, 2025 · — Peyton Garcia
It’s Friday! That means we’re taking a look back at the biggest local news stories and hottest gossip of the week on the City Cast Denver podcast — like the ongoing BRT construction along Colfax and the latest on the Mile High’s future professional women's soccer team. Tune in now 🎧
What's CITY Talking About?
🦓 Going to the Zoo Could Get Pricier
The beloved attraction is seeking city council’s approval to eliminate off-season pricing. Currently, in peak months (April-October) adult admission is about $25. During the off-season, that price drops to about $16. The proposed price change would make adult tickets $25.50 year-round. [Denverite]
🧑⚖️ Officer Found Guilty in Christian Glass Retrial
A jury has declared former Clear Creek deputy Andrew Buen guilty of criminally negligent homicide for his part in the 2022 killing of Christian Glass. The verdict marks the end of the officer’s retrial in the case. Buen initially faced a heavier second-degree murder charge, but his original trial ended in a hung jury on that particular count. [CO Sun]
🏥 Two Local Hospitals Resume Gender-Affirming Care
Children’s Hospital Colorado and Denver Health will resume offering gender-affirming care to young patients after a federal judge temporarily blocked an order from the Trump administration that would have pulled federal funding from hospitals offering transitional care to minors. [CO Sun]
💼 IRS Layoffs Impact Hundreds of Denverites
Just ahead of tax season, as many as 200 Denver IRS employees are reportedly facing termination as part of roughly 6,000 IRS layoffs nationwide. It’s the latest move in President Trump’s effort to downsize the federal workforce. [Axios Denver]
Where Is It?
Last week’s answer: Bao Brewhouse, 1317 14th St. (Union Station)
This downtown hub for Asian eats offers two unique dining experiences in one location. Hang out downstairs for Chinese street fare and a rotating draft list. Or, head upstairs for traditional tea house vibes dim sum 🥢
- “Their mushroom soup dumplings are the bomb.” - Sarah H.
- “Best pre-theater dinner for the DCPA.” - Emily P.
- “There is also an underground sushi restaurant in the basement that is incredible, Ukiyo Omakase!” - Colleen A.
👏 Big claps for this week’s quickest correct guessers:
- Eva was the first to write in with the correct answer!
- But Tom G., Kaitlin M., Jill S., Sarah H., and Lex R. weren’t far behind!
This Week’s Photo:
🕵️ Do YOU know where to find this fantastical art display? 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!
⚠️ Weather alert: Use caution on this morning’s commute — forecasters say to expect some slick spots leftover from last night’s snowfall while temps are still cold ❄️ But don’t worry, things are supposed to warm up throughout the weekend 🤞
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