Author: Nicole C. Brambila
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Hudson faces lawsuit over ICE detention facility
A nonprofit organization filed a lawsuit against the Town of Hudson Wednesday, challenging plans to reopen a former federal prison in the town as a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility. Together Colorado, along with Janet E. Carlson, filed the case in Colorado District Court in Weld County, alleging the town is not “powerless…
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DPS named felon as interim principal
Denver Public Schools central office administrators informed parents in May that Peter Castillo would be the new interim principal at Denver School of the Arts — but they either didn’t know, or failed to disclose, that the retired educator was a convicted felon, The Denver Gazette has learned. Officials with DPS said Castillo, 59, was…
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Denver board held behind-the-scenes talks on Marrero’s contract
The Denver school board may have run afoul of Colorado’s open meetings law by channeling discussions about Superintendent Alex Marrero’s contract extension through the district’s attorney and a secret, two-member committee, according to experts. Among those raising concerns is Steve Zansberg, a First Amendment attorney who represents The Denver Gazette and several other media organizations.…
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Colorado Democratic lawmakers mull legislation to counteract Trump’s executive orders
A group of Colorado lawmakers is promising legislation to counteract the slew of executive orders issued by President Donald Trump just two days ago, which notably included policies to crack down on illegal immigration. The Democrats said they anticipate announcing proposed legislation soon, although it was unclear on Wednesday when exactly that might be or…
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Free transportation creates immigrant ‘pull factor’ to Denver
Overwhelmed El Paso leaders looked to Denver to ease immigrant travel strain in surges Editor’s note: Welcome to Border Crossroads, a series of dispatches from America’s southern border, where reporter Nico Brambila and multimedia producer Tom Hellauer are chronicling the crisis that is spilling over into Denver and other interior cities. EL PASO, TEXAS •…
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Colorado hospitals’ operating income dropped 50% in 2022
The Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing released its latest hospital financial transparency report, showing hospital operating income year-over-year was cut in half in 2022 — reflecting a sharp contrast over the previous seven years when patient revenue outpaced expenses. Operating income for Colorado hospitals in 2022 dropped to $981 million from $2…
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A tale of two businesses: Immigrants a boon to El Paso restaurant, a bane to Denver gas station | Border Crossroads
Editor’s note: Welcome to Border Crossroads, a series of dispatches from America’s southern border, where reporter Nico Brambila and multimedia producer Tom Hellauer are chronicling the crisis that is spilling over into Denver and other interior cities. Previously, an El Paso official urged Denver Mayor Mike Johnston to press for upfront federal funding, and the…
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El Paso official to Denver Mayor Mike Johnston: Keep asking for federal funds | Border Crossroads
Editor’s note: Welcome to Border Crossroads, a series of dispatches from America’s southern border, where reporter Nico Brambila and multimedia producer Tom Hellauer are chronicling the crisis that is spilling over into Denver and other interior cities. border crossroads logo EL PASO, TEXAS — El Paso Deputy City Manager Mario D’Agostino offered some advice…
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As border crossings go down in El Paso, Denver sees immigrant arrivals decrease | Border Crossroads
Editor’s note: Welcome to Border Crossroads, a series of dispatches from America’s southern border, where reporter Nico Brambila and multimedia producer Tom Hellauer are chronicling the crisis that is spilling over into Denver and other interior cities. border crossroads logo EL PASO, TEXAS — Border crossings in El Paso, Texas are down, but officials…
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Denver mayor, Colorado delegation demand Congress act on immigration
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and members of Colorado’s delegation called on Congress on Thursday to take urgent action to support communities struggling under the weight of a growing crisis caused by surges of immigrants, many fleeing brutal regimes, others seeking to escape economic privation — and crossing the U.S. border illegally. As of Thursday morning,…