Erin Powell
- Digital Director, Mayor Mike Johnston
Denver
Social media + comms for @denversmayor. Former newsie. Current events + pop culture junkie. Coffee in my veins. STL|Spok|CLT|DEN
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Collier County Golden Apple teacher inspired by students' curiosity, ideas, creativity Original
It is an honor to stand before you today and share my passion for teaching elementary art. First and foremost, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Champions for Learning, Suncoast Credit Union, Collier County Public Schools, and our district’s amazing fine arts department. I want to specifically shout out my school’s principal and assistant principal: Mr. Kinstler and Ms. Fisher – thank you for believing in me.
Entrepreneurship as a way out of poverty? Study in rural Kenya shows why it doesn’t always work Original
International development agencies and non-governmental organisations often seek to advance community development by fostering entrepreneurship. The premise is that poor people can enhance their household incomes by establishing small businesses or by adding value to natural resources. Such programmes commonly include training and the provision of loans to enable micro-entrepreneurs to get started. But these interventions aren’t straightforward and often fail to achieve their objectives.
(PDF) Defensive behaviors of the mealybug Nipaecoccus nipae (Maskell, 1893) (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) and the green lacewing Ceraeochrysa claveri (Navás, 1911) (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae), with videos of dorsal packet loading and mealybug ostiole function
8 · December 1, 2023P larva aer getting ostiolar uid on the mouthparts is consistent with other studies of mealybug and lacewing interactions where lacewing mouthparts were compromised by the fast-drying uids (Tapajós et al. 2016), though the wiping behavior observed here was not detailed in those studies. Herein, dorsal packet construction was risky, as the lacewing contacted the ostiolar uids while building the packet.
If you're an Xcel Energy customer, here's what you need to know about your bill
DENVER — When rates increase, customers turn up the heat on Xcel Energy. Just look at 2023. Coloradans watched their charges balloon and demanded to know why, and perhaps more importantly, what could be done about the elevated rates. People took their outrage to state regulators and got the attention of lawmakers, who passed legislation addressing energy bills in Colorado.
Colorado lawmaker apologizes for social media 'likes' after Hamas attack
DENVER — Democratic State Rep. Tim Hernandez on Friday apologized for not explicitly denouncing the militant group Hamas in the aftermath of its attack on Israeli civilians. Hernandez, who was appointed to the Colorado House in August by a vacancy committee, posted a video to the social media platform X with his apology. "I just want to take a quick minute to make some things real clear.
Douglas County affirms it's not a 'sanctuary' for migrants, tells Denver to do the same
DENVER — Commissioners not only want to keep migrants out of Douglas County, but out of Denver, as well. Thursday, Republican Douglas County Commissioners Abe Laydon and George Teal passed a resolution calling on Denver Mayor Mike Johnston to reverse the city's 2017 resolution declaring Denver a "sanctuary city." The label is not an official designation but means Denver limits cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
New Colorado lawmaker faces criticism for stance on Israeli-Palestinian conflict
DENVER — One of Colorado's newest lawmakers is facing criticism from both sides for his approach to the weekend attack on Israelis. State Rep. Tim Hernandez (D-Denver) first drew criticism from his conservative colleagues for attending a small pro-Palestine rally on Saturday, shortly after Hamas militants crossed into Israeli border towns and killed or abducted hundreds of civilians.
Teachers in southern Colorado put jobs at risk by speaking publicly about curriculum
WOODLAND PARK, Colo. — Dozens of teachers in southern Colorado put their jobs on the line this week as they urged the board of education to make changes to curriculum and mental health services. Anna Hand is one of them. “I have been a teacher in Woodland Park for 15 years and love it,” she told 9NEWS on Thursday. But certain words she used in our interview seemed opposite of love. "There's definitely that culture of fear. And I'm afraid now," she said.
Here's how many unlicensed landlords have been fined under Denver's new rules
DENVER — He’s a landlord who’s got 99 problems – and then some. “He's been cited twice for $999. He's the king as far as getting the most $999 fines,” said Eric Escudero of Denver’s Department of Excise and Licenses. The out-of-state landlord of the multi-unit complex at 3401 N. Williams St. has been fined four times for violations of a rule that went into effect earlier this year. Since Jan. 2023, landlords of multi-unit properties have had to be licensed. In Jan.
Why trees are disappearing from Barr Lake
Trees are coming down at Barr Lake State Park in Adams County, though the people who care for the land and wildlife there have been involved in the process. "This is a magical place. It's one of the top birding places in Colorado," Tammy VerCauteren, the executive director for the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, said. The park is leased by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and is the headquarters for the conservancy, which is currently tracking birds' fall migrations.
Private owner sells land on Mount Democrat, opening 14er to hikers
DENVER — Hiking a portion of Colorado's DeCaLiBron Loop required paperwork -- until now. The Conservation Fund announced this week that it purchased 289 acres of what has been privately owned land on Mount Democrat, one of the state's fourteeners, or 14,0000-foot mountains. The environmental nonprofit will transfer the property to the U.S. Forest Service later this year.
A police use of force dashboard required by Colorado law is delayed
DENVER — The social justice protests of 2020 led lawmakers in Colorado to pass sweeping police accountability reforms that included a mandated public report on use of force. The deadline was July. Now in late September, the dashboard remains unpublished. According to a spokesperson with the Colorado Dept. of Public Safety, the state had to navigate technology challenges and work with local law enforcement agencies to clarify the data required.
Why some trees are disappearing from Barr Lake State Park
BRIGHTON, Colo. — Trees are coming down at Barr Lake State Park in Adams County, though the people who care for the land and wildlife there have been involved in the process. "This is a magical place. It's one of the top birding places in Colorado," Tammy VerCauteren, the executive director for the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies, said. The park is leased by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and is the headquarters for the conservancy, which is currently tracking birds' fall migrations.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell could be forced to appear in Denver court after heated depositions
DENVER — Attorneys for the Coloradan suing MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell want the election denier to answer questions in court because of his conduct during depositions. Eric Coomer, a former director with Denver-based Dominion Voting Systems, is suing Lindell for defamation after suggesting he is a traitor who rigged the 2020 election. Lindell is a supporter of former President Donald Trump. In a motion filed Sept.
Videos show MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell's heated depositions in Coloradan's defamation suit
DENVER — Attorneys for the Coloradan suing MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell want the election denier to answer questions in court because of his conduct during depositions. Eric Coomer, a former director with Denver-based Dominion Voting Systems, is suing Lindell for defamation after suggesting he is a traitor who rigged the 2020 election. Lindell is a supporter of former President Donald Trump. In a motion filed Sept.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell could be forced to appear in Denver court after heated depositions
DENVER — Attorneys for the Coloradan suing MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell want the election denier to answer questions in court because of his conduct during depositions. Eric Coomer, a former director with Denver-based Dominion Voting Systems, is suing Lindell for defamation after suggesting he is a traitor who rigged the 2020 election. Lindell is a supporter of former President Donald Trump. In a motion filed Sept.
Head of Able Shepherd maintains group didn't organize to disrupt Dougco PrideFest
CENTENNIAL, Colo. — The head of a firearms training group that disrupted Douglas County PrideFest is continuing to deny Able Shepherd’s participation, despite emails obtained by 9NEWS indicating otherwise. The emails show the group organized an effort to demonstrate at PrideFest last month and asked people to oppose the event’s "perverse agenda.” That’s despite a statement from the company, posted to Facebook last week, that said the company was not involved.
How Trump first connected with CU visiting scholar who drafted plan to overturn 2020 election
DENVER — A former visiting scholar at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU) said this week that then-President Donald Trump’s team reached out to him about the 2020 election because of an article he published. Appearing on Fox News, John Eastman recounted the details in an interview with anchor Laura Ingraham. “You know, I had written a very prominent article on birth right citizenship.
Colorado license plates, by the numbers
DENVER — Colorado's retro black license plate has only been back since January, but it is already the ninth most popular license plate on the roads. Here's a look at Colorado license plates, by the numbers, with data obtained by the Colorado Department of Revenue. There are 214 various license plate styles offered by the state. That includes specialty plates, but also the standard plates for motorcycles, trailers, etc. There are 6.2 million Colorado license plates on the roads.
Instructor plows through front of driving school while trying to park Original
Next with Kyle Clark Oops. Author: Erin Powell Published: 6:30 PM MDT August 8, 2023 Updated: 6:30 PM MDT August 8, 2023 LAKEWOOD, Colo. — You can’t make this up. A driver plowed through the front of a community driving school in Lakewood on Tuesday morning. A photo taken after the wreck shows the front end of a Hyundai Tucson sitting inside the building at 2099 Wadsworth Boulevard. While the crash shattered windows and knocked in the brick, no one was seriously hurt.
One co-conspirator in Trump indictment is former CU visiting professor
DENVER — A former visiting professor at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU) and the newly hired attorney for the Colorado Republican Party is a co-conspirator listed in the newest indictment against former President Donald Trump, his lawyer said.
Turns out the person trying to give Aurora's mayor more power is Aurora's mayor
AURORA, Colo. — Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman previously said he would not confirm if he led the initiative to give his office more power until it made the ballot. A spokesperson for the “Yes on Term Limits and Empowering the Mayor” initiative announced Tuesday that the measure had enough signatures to go to voters. Wednesday, Coffman told 9NEWS he was behind the proposal. "Oh, I was involved early on," Coffman said.
Community effort to monitor air near Suncor's Commerce City refinery comes to end
DENVER — A nonprofit that has monitored air quality near Suncor Energy's Commerce City refinery will no longer continue that work. Air monitoring equipment used by Cultivando, a community organization based in Adams County that predominantly serves Latino people, was shut off late last week. The project was initially funded by a portion of a $9 million settlement between Suncor and Colorado in 2020, which followed several air pollution violations at the refinery.
Alcalde de Denver, Mike Johnston, declara el estado de emergencia por la falta de vivienda
DENVER — En su primera acción como nuevo alcalde de Denver, Mike Johnston declaró que la falta de vivienda es una emergencia de la ciudad. El objetivo de la declaración de emergencia es lograr que 1,000 personas que actualmente se encuentran sin hogar en la calle tengan una vivienda para fin de año. “Es un desafío de derechos humanos porque sabemos que en este momento tenemos personas que viven y mueren en las calles de Denver.
Elk shops for greeting cards and tote bags in Estes Park store
DENVER — Bull in a china shop. Elk in a home decor store. Dierdre Kinley first learned about a female elk near her business in Estes Park last Thursday afternoon because people were approaching the animal. Police tried to keep them away. It was later in the day when she looked up to see the elk inside her shop. "I didn’t realize she was still around. I was doing something on my iPad and looked up and there she was, in my store!" she said in a message to 9NEWS.
Recalled Dacono town councilor says former colleague is 'token Latino'
DENVER — Nearly a month has passed since voters in Dacono two town councilors from office, but one of them did not go quietly. Jim Turini lost the recall election, which was launched as Turini faced allegations that he and three other councilors violated open meeting laws to discuss firing the longtime city manager. His replacement, Michelle Rogers, was sworn in at a meeting last week.
Family wants to keep up 'ghost bike' memorial in honor of killed cyclist
LAKEWOOD, Colo. — A white bike on the side of Alameda Parkway in Lakewood holds a deep meaning for Mike Inglis and Keith Erffmeyer. The bike, a “ghost bike,” honors the memory of Mike’s wife and Keith’s sister, Gwen Inglis – and it marks the spot where she was killed in 2021. An impaired driver hit 46-year-old Gwen Inglis, a cycling champion, while she was biking with her husband. “I think people who heard Gwen's story understand the significance of it,” Erffmeyer said.
Denver principals union says firing Kurt Dennis violated contract
DENVER — According to the union for Denver Public Schools principals, the firing of McAuliffe International School’s Kurt Dennis violated their contract. The Denver School Leadership Association (DSLA) sent an official grievance to the district this week. Video above: School community rallies in support of fired DPS principal The union wrote their contract requires that the Northeast Denver Innovation Zone signs off on firing a principal before DPS goes forward.
Xcel customers have another chance to weigh in on proposed rate increase
DENVER — Xcel Energy customers have another chance to weigh in on proposed rate hikes for the fall. Public hearings are being held this week, as Colorado’s state regulators ask Xcel to justify why it needs millions more in revenue when it has record profits. In November, Xcel requested to increase electric rates by $312 million, adding about $7 to the average residential customer's bill.
Republic Plaza, Denver's tallest skyscraper, avoids foreclosure
DENVER — Denver's tallest building is no longer at risk for foreclosure. As Next with Kyle Clark reported last week, the owner of Republic Plaza defaulted on its loan, but a spokesperson for Brookfield Properties confirmed Wednesday there is a new deal that runs through March 2026. Brookfield co-owns the 56-story building near 17th Street and Tremont Place with MetLife Investment Management.
¿Tarifa fija de Xcel, o Tiempo de Uso? Calcule cual le sale más barato
DENVER — Si es cliente de Xcel Energy, es probable que esté buscando una manera de ahorrar en la factura. La forma más fácil podría ser cambiando la forma en que se le factura. Los clientes pueden pagar una tarifa fija por un día completo o pueden pagar según el tiempo de uso. En el tiempo de uso, la energía de pico medio es ligeramente más cara entre semana a partir de la 1 p.m. a 3 p. m., la energía en horas pico es la más cara entre semana de 3 p. m. a las 7 p. m.
Denver's Ross-Barnum Library could get a name change
DENVER — Three years after the social justice protests of 2020, the Denver Public Library is still working through aspects of its own history. A particular piece of that history, in the Barnum neighborhood, could get a new name depending on local feedback. The Ross-Barnum Branch has been at West 1st Avenue and Lowell Boulevard since 1954.
Xcel Energy's rate increase request cut down by more than $160 million
DENVER — Xcel Energy customers could be getting higher bills, but they're not quite as high as originally suggested. A rate increase sought by Xcel has been cut by more than half, according to a recent settlement proposal, which says state regulators in Colorado will now consider a rate increase between $48 million and $97 million. Video above: Will Xcel customers pay for possible Marshall Fire damages?
Denver says repairs after Nuggets championship celebration total $10K
DENVER — Denver just got the bill after a big night on the town. Fans packed the streets of the LoDo neighborhood after the Denver Nuggets’ championship win over the Miami Heat earlier this month. While most of the crowd was on its best behavior, others climbed onto traffic lights, shot off fireworks and tore apart e-scooters. A spokesperson for the Denver Dept. of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) said people did about $8,000 to $10,000 in damage to city property.
Dacono citizens decide to replace 2 city councilmembers after months of drama
DENVER — Two city councilors in Dacono could be recalled depending on the results of a special election. As of early Tuesday evening, about 900 people, or 20% of eligible voters, had returned ballots for the election that comes months after the councilmembers were first accused of violating Colorado's open meetings laws.
Accusation that Polis is keeping disaster relief away from Dougco based on politics doesn't hold up
DENVER — The Colorado Office of Emergency Management (OEM) said Gov. Jared Polis (D) on Thursday made a verbal disaster declaration for Lincoln, Elbert, El Paso and Washington counties to free up extra resources after this week’s severe weather. Friday, a leader in the Colorado Republican Party called out Polis on social media, asking why the governor didn’t make a similar declaration for Douglas County because of the EF-1 tornado that hit Highlands Ranch. “Hey, Gov.
Douglas County, like other places, does not have tornado sirens
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Colo. — When Thursday's storms first started with big hail in Jefferson County, Lakewood used its outdoor sirens to warn people to take cover. In Highlands Ranch, where a tornado hit, not a siren could be heard. That's because Douglas County doesn't have tornado sirens. Deborah Takahara, a spokesperson for the sheriff's office, said the reason for that is the historical absence of tornadoes in Douglas County.
Douglas County, like other places, does not have tornado sirens
DENVER — When Thursday's storms first started with big hail in Jefferson County, Lakewood used its outdoor sirens to warn people to take cover. In Highlands Ranch, where a tornado hit, not a siren could be heard. That's because Douglas County doesn't have tornado sirens. Deborah Takahara, a spokesperson for the sheriff's office, said the reason for that is the historical absence of tornadoes in Douglas County.
Colorado wants you to mail in your ticks
DENVER — There are people in Colorado who actually want ticks. Summer 2023 could be prime tick season particularly because of the recent rain. To track and better understand the pests, the Colorado Dept. of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) wants people to mail in their ticks.
Coach Malone gets emotional reflecting on Nuggets championship
DENVER — There’s crying in basketball. Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone tried to hold back the tears as he spoke about winning the NBA Finals after Thursday’s championship parade. “What was going through your mind?” 9NEWS sports reporter Jacob Tobey asked. Choked up, Malone hesitated. “Oh, man. This is surreal,” he said. “And to all the fans who have been in Denver 47 years waiting for this moment, we made it.
Jokic, originally unenthusiastic about the parade, has a blast at the Denver Nuggets celebration
DENVER — Once he saw the Coloradans packed into downtown, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic had a change of heart about the team’s championship parade. “You know that I told I don’t want to stay on parade. But I f***ing want to stay on parade,” he said at the celebration rally as the crowd chanted “MVP!” “This is amazing. We’re all going to remember this our whole lives. When we see you guys that came out on the streets, actually, this one is for you. We love you, Denver. This one is for you.
Nikola Jokic's daughter was the real MVP of the NBA Finals
DENVER — People couldn't take their eyes off of Jokić while the Denver Nuggets celebrated the team's first NBA championship. And I'm not talking about Nikola. The Nuggets center's daughter, Ognjena, joined her dad on the floor of Ball Arena after the Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, 94-89.
These celebrities were at Ball Arena to watch the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals
DENVER — The Denver Nuggets are hoping to secure the franchise's first-ever NBA championship. Some famous faces visited Ball Arena during the playoffs and Finals games to watch the team make history. Retired Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (Game 1 of Nuggets vs. Heat) Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (Game 1 of Nuggets vs. Heat) Singer Ciara (with her husband, Russell Wilson, and their kids, Game 5 of Nuggets vs. Heat) Rapper Lil Wayne (Game 2 of Nuggets vs.
Re-watch the moment the Denver Nuggets won the championship
Denver Nuggets The Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat 94-89 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Author: Erin Powell Published: 9:42 PM MDT June 12, 2023 Updated: 9:42 PM MDT June 12, 2023 DENVER β The Denver Nuggets have made franchise history, taking home the team's first Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy. The Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat 94-89 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Denver went into Monday's game with three series wins and one loss.
Mike Johnston será el nuevo alcalde de Denver
DENVER — Mike Johnston será el alcalde número 46 de Denver. Johnston reclamó la victoria y Kelly Brough concedió el martes por la noche en la segunda vuelta electoral para suceder al alcalde Michael Hancock y convertirse en el primer nuevo alcalde de Denver desde 2011. Los resultados publicados a la 1:30 a. m. del miércoles muestran que Johnston lidera la carrera con el 55 % de los votos. Brough tiene el 45% de los votos.
Election results: Brough, Johnston in runoff for Denver mayor
DENVER — The ballots are being counted to determine who will be Denver's 46th mayor. Either Mike Johnston or Kelly Brough will succeed Mayor Michael Hancock to become Denver's first new mayor since 2011. The latest results: If it's Brough, she will be the first woman to serve as Denver mayor.And while this was her first run for elected office, she is also a longtime political insider with deep ties to the business community.
Johnston claims victory, Brough concedes in runoff for Denver mayor
DENVER — Mike Johnston claimed victory and Kelly Brough conceded Tuesday night in the runoff election to become Denver's 46th mayor. > Watch Johnston's victory speech in the video player above As of 10 p.m., Johnston leads the race with 54% of the vote. Brough has 46% of the vote. The latest results: > Watch Brough's concession speech Johnston will succeed Mayor Michael Hancock to become Denver's first new mayor since 2011.
Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokic fun facts and background
He’s a two-time MVP who could easily be in the running for Colorado's greatest professional athlete of all time. Here are some random facts about Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic. 1. He reportedly got his nickname "Joker" from former teammate Mike Miller, who couldn't pronounce Jokic (yo-kitch). 2. He loves the TV show "Friends." 3. Jokic was a second-round draft pick. When it happened in 2014, ESPN went to break. He was drafted during a Taco Bell commercial. 4.
13 datos curiosos que no sabías de la estrella de los Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokic
DENVER — Es dos veces MVP y fácilmente podría estar compitiendo por ser el atleta profesional más grande de todos los tiempos de Colorado. Aquí hay algunos datos curiosos sobre el centro de los Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokic. 1. Según los informes, obtuvo su apodo "Joker" de su ex compañero de equipo Mike Miller, quien no podía pronunciar Jokic (yo-kitch). 2. Le encanta el programa de televisión "Friends". 3. Jokic fue seleccionado en la segunda ronda del draft.
Denver Public Schools releases its second draft of the new safety plan
DENVER — The community on Friday got a look at the second version of Denver Public Schools' (DPS) new safety plan. The DPS Board of Education in March directed Superintendent Alex Marrero to draft a comprehensive safety plan for the district – a day after two deans were shot and injured by a student at East High School. The district listened to feedback for weeks after releasing its first plan in early May.
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