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Here's what experts say before you buy Xcel's protection plan for home
If you're a homeowner and Xcel customer in the Denver metro area, you may have received a letter in the mail last week from the utility service advertising special protection for your water, gas, and power lines. The letter asks you to respond in 30 days, and says the additional coverage can help you "protect your finances."CBS News Colorado wanted to know – what is the protection offering and is it really necessary? So, we reached out to experts to break it down, so you can decide what's best for your home, and pocketbook. Carole Walker, Executive Director of the Rocky...
Colorado leaders finally appear to be ready to fund RTD. But there are strings attached
Public transportation advocates were jubilant on Thursday as they marched from one of the Regional Transportation District’s busiest hubs in downtown Denver to the state Capitol. After years of pushing for state investment and being denied, the advocates finally had something to celebrate: a bill, backed by legislative leaders...
Denver company gives low-income moms cash for 15 months
A local CEO is on a mission to make life better for low-income moms. As FOX31's Erika Gonzalez reports, Katherine Gold, of Goldbug, is taking a new yet simple approach to give new mothers cash with no strings attached.
Denver police set rules for cruising on Federal Boulevard
Cruising on Federal Boulevard is an annual tradition for Cinco de Mayo weekend, but each year comes with restrictions from police. FOX31's Greg Nieto talks to a Denver native who's chosen to forego the ride this year.
Protesters reject $15K offer to close Auraria camp
Students for a Democratic Society rejected a $15,000 offer to donate to the Red Cross if the Denver protest encampment on Auraria Campus was taken down by 5 p.m. FOX31's Rogelio Mares hears from a protest organizer about why they rejected the deal.
Catch some Cinco culture at these Denver events this weekend
It's that time of year, when the tacos are on sale and the margaritas are flowing. But don't forget that Cinco de Mayo goes beyond the Americanized stereotypes. In a press release, Hecho en Westwood, a neighborhood group focused on community wealth building, said Cinco de Mayo is all about "resistance and pride," but also that, "over the years this holiday has been hijacked and distorted by the commercialization and commodification of corporate America and Beer companies."
Denver Animal Shelter dogs are adoptable for just $52.80 all May
Denver Animal Shelter is offering paw-some deals on dog adoptions all month long. By the numbers: Dogs 6 months and older will be available for $52.80 as part of the shelter's Mile High Mutts program this May. Fees normally range from $100 to $170, depending on age. As of Thursday...
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