🎙️ Kyle Clark on the GOP’s primary circus

🚴 It’s Bike Fest Time, Denver!

Denver Bike Fest is a free, grassroots celebration of Denver’s vibrant cycling community. Tomorrow, expect fun, food, and tunes, plus the chance to meet great folks from more than 50 local orgs, businesses, and community groups (including us!), all eager to celebrate Denver. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know before you go. [Denver Bike Fest]

• When is this amazing party? Head to York Street Yards on Saturday, June 13. The party starts at 3 p.m. and will likely go until 9 p.m.
• Getting there: Located just south of the 39th Avenue Greenway, Bike Fest is accessible by bus and light rail, plus there’s free public parking — and of course, you can get there by bike! Z Cycle Shop is offering a complimentary bike valet between 3 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Get directions here.
• What to expect: Live music will set the tone for the fun-filled day with performances from local artists and bands. Food trucks and local vendors will offer a variety of delicious grub and beverages to enjoy, such as Muy Loco Tacos and Cohesion Brewing Co. You can shop from local businesses, many of which are bike-centered, like Rad Power Bikes and Stowe. Plus, you’ll have the chance to meet local organizations and groups who love Denver and want to make Denver a better place to ride.
• Meet us, City Cast Denver! You heard that right, your fave local news team will be at Denver Bike Fest, so stop on by and say hi, we’d love to meet you!

🎪 Kyle Clark on Moderating the GOP’s Primary Circus

9News journalist Kyle Clark joins the podcast to talk about his bizarre experience moderating a recent debate between challengers in the GOP primary for governor, State Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer, State Rep. Scott Bottoms, and ordained minister Victor Marx. The televised event went so far off the rails that it caught the attention of HBO’s Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, who was so perplexed by this corner of Colorado’s political landscape that he proclaimed Kyle himself the actual winner. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

🧐 Polis Blocks Tech Regulations With Record Vetoes

During the recent legislative session, Gov. Jared Polis vetoed a record 12 bills, many of which aimed at regulating the tech industry, such as placing restrictions on autonomous vehicles, limiting AI to set prices for consumers and wages for employees, and more. Other vetoes include a measure that would have made it easier to form labor unions and allowed people to sue ICE authorities who violate constitutional rights. His 12 vetoes represent the most in his eight-year tenure, and underscore his alignment with the tech sector. [Axios]

⚖️ Detention Facility Operator Sues Over Health Requirements

The GEO Group, which operates the state’s sole immigration detention center, is suing Colorado officials to block a new law requiring regular health and safety inspections. GEO Group is arguing that the law interferes with federal authority and increases its operational burdens. Lawmakers pushed for legislation after reports surfaced of poor conditions at the Aurora facility. State officials say they plan to defend the law and ensure safe and humane treatment of detained people. [Colorado Newsline]

🦌 I-70 Project Could Make the Corridor Safer for Wildlife

The six-year Vail Pass I-70 project is nearing completion, and will feature five new wildlife underpasses, safer realigned curves, and avalanche protections. Drivers should still expect as much as 40-minute delays during rock scaling and upcoming avalanche netting work. The improvements are aimed at boosting safety, reducing wildlife collisions, and providing better connectivity for local elk and deer populations. [9News]