kristen meriwether
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RTD drivers don’t have the right to strike, Colorado agency rules
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The Colorado Division of Labor ruled Tuesday that the union representing Denver’s bus and rail drivers does not have the right to strike. The union had filed “intent to strike” paperwork on Feb. 1, while negotiating a new contract with RTD, which expires Feb. 28. In addition to requesting wage increases, among other items, the…
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Drones could get another lift from Colorado lawmakers
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Wildfire footage captured from drones can be breathtaking, but getting that footage can often hinder firefighters in their rescue efforts. Currently emergency responders can only ask the public to keep their drones away, however, there are no local penalties. But a new law may change that. Legislation is set to be introduced at the Capitol…
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Audit: Trust of Lyft and Uber could be costing Denver airport money
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Parking is the second-largest revenue driver for Denver International Airport, but according to City Auditor Timothy O’Brien, lax oversight with Lyft and Uber could be letting money slip through the cracks. In a report released Thursday, O’Brien found the airport charges Lyft and Uber $2.60 for each pickup and drop off at DIA. But the…
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Denver Highlands pot dispensary pushes back on redevelopment
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Finding parking in Denver’s Highlands neighborhood these days is challenging, but if you want to find parking to patronize businesses near 32nd Avenue and Tejon Street, may the Force be with you. If you don’t have the Force, you should ask Wanda James, owner of Simply Pure dispensary, for permission. As she sat down with…
