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🏈 Where the Broncos are quietly buying up land

June 12, 2025 · — McKenna Harford

Happy Wednesday! Have you seen how freaking cute the Denver Zoo’s new baby tortoise is?! This is the zoo’s first ever African pancake tortoise hatchling — a critically endangered species 🐢💚

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Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) celebrates his interception at Empower Field surrounded by teammates.
Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II (2) celebrates his interception against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half at Empower Field at Mile High Stadium on Oct. 6, 2024. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

🏟️ Broncos Buying Land Around Possible Stadium Site

Several plots of land in La Alma Lincoln Park have been purchased by a company linked to the Denver Broncos. The team is considering building a new stadium, but a spokesperson declined to talk about the property sales. [Business Den 🔒]

🪧 Denverites Protest ICE

Hundreds of protesters gathered at the State Capitol building Tuesday evening to oppose federal immigration enforcement efforts. The protest was largely peaceful, but there were reports of some people throwing rocks and bottles at police, 17 people were arrested, and police deployed smoke and pepper balls. [Denver Post 🔒]

  • Parker protest goes forward: More protests are planned for Saturday, including one in Parker, where residents are planning to demonstrate even after pushback from town officials. The protest coincides with the annual Parker Days, and officials are worried about strained police resources and safety issues. [Denver Post 🔒]
Why Is Governor Polis Sharing Information With ICE?

⚖️ Why is Gov. Polis Sharing Information With ICE?

Last week a state employee filed a lawsuit against Gov. Polis, alleging that he is violating state law by ordering officials to comply with a subpoena from ICE. Now, others have joined the lawsuit — including attorney general candidate David Seligman, who thinks the governor is in the wrong. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

💰 Homeless Center Closes Due to City Budget Cuts

The Assessment, Intake, and Diversion (AID) Center on 14th and Elati Street will close June 16 because of city budget cuts. While the city said the services will continue at different locations, the providers are concerned about the impact to the unhoused community. [Denverite]

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