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DENVER — This week, a Denver jury sided with former tenants in a class action lawsuit against an apartment complex at the center of neglect concerns.

The jury awarded roughly $13.5 million to more than 2,000 residents of the Mint Urban Infinity apartment complex near Louisiana Avenue and Colorado Boulevard in Denver. The payout will go to tenants in the form of a 31.42% rent reduction per unit per month for the class period, which ran from October 22, 2018, through June 28, 2022.

The jury ruled that both property ownership (Glendale Properties) and management (Cardinal Group) violated Colorado’s Warranty of Habitability, with ownership 70 percent at fault and management 30 percent at fault. The jury also found the Defendants violated their obligations to maintain the property under the lease, for damages of $200 per unit, per month.

Denver7 has been covering issues at the Mint Urban Infinity apartments since 2021. Tenants told Denver7 at the time they lost air conditioning in the summer and also dealt with other issues like break-ins, black mold, and elevators that were frequently shut down or felt unsafe.

“Because we were missing a door for six months, there were trespassers, homeless people sleeping in the hallways, and then people just outside of the community coming into the halls,” said former Mint Urban Infinity tenant Shivani Mohan.

Another former tenant, Brandon Smith, was so fed up with the conditions that he brought other tenants together to start the class action lawsuit. He spoke with Denver7 in 2021 when the lawsuit was first filed and again on Friday after the jury’s decision.

“I’m relieved,” he said. “I’m glad this is done, and I'm really proud of the work that we've done together.

“This took hundreds of tenants coming together and standing together and saying, ‘No, we've had enough. We can't tolerate this anymore.’”

Smith went on to say Friday that ownership and management violated the Warranty of Habitability basic livability standards laid out by the state “for money.”

“If that's if that's what it is, then we're gonna come after you for money,” he said.

Previous coverage of Mint Urban Infinity apartments:

Residents at Denver apartments haven't had AC in weeks Mint Urban Infinity Apartment residents still without AC Denver residents frustrated after days without hot water Residents at Denver complex unite to share issues with property Residents of Mint Urban apartments seek class action lawsuit Residents fed up after hateful graffiti not removed after a week

Cardinal Group did not respond to Denver7’s requests for comment but told our partners at The Denver Post it is “disappointed in the outcome,” which will have a “material adverse impact on affordable housing in Denver.”

The tenants’ attorneys disagree.

“It is possible to invest in affordable housing in this state and to respect and take care of your tenants’ wellbeings and to also be a profitable business,” said attorney Benjamin Degolia. “So this is just a false narrative.”

“People have all the money in the world to litigate a case instead of just maintaining a property and avoiding this in the first place,” added attorney Jason Legg.

Degolia and Legg said this is the first time a class action Warranty of Habitability lawsuit has made it to trial in Colorado. They hope the jury’s decision sends a message to landlords.

“If you subject your tenants to these kinds of conditions, if you fail to make repairs and maintenance at your property, you're going to face consequences,” said Degolia.

He said it should also be a message to tenants.

“If they organize their communities like these brave tenants did, they can take the fight to their landlords and they can get justice,” said Degolia.

The tenants’ attorneys said Friday they expect the defendants to appeal the jury’s decision.

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Denver, CO is known as the Mile High City because it sits 5,280 feet above sea level. Think you’re in shape and could run a 5K in the morning with no stretching? Good luck in Denver. But for those who are used to the altitude, Denver is a launching point for fantastic sports in the whole state—situated at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Denver is three hours or less from some of the best outdoor sports towns in the United States: Aspen, Breckenridge, Steamboat Springs, and the crown jewel, Vail. Three hundred and sixty five days of the year, you can get your fair share of hiking, skiing, snowboarding and various other outdoor adventuring in and around the greater Denver and Rocky Mountain areas.

The city itself has undergone an intense transformation over the last four decades. It grew 20 percent from 2010 to 2020 and it’s now nearly the size of Seattle with a total population of around 700,000. That has meant big-time expansion for its food, arts, and yes, sports scenes.

Entering the 1990s, Denver and Colorado only had two professional teams: the Denver Broncos, who didn't win a Super Bowl until 1998, and the Nuggets, who only won their first NBA title in 2023. Now, Denver is also home to the Colorado Rockies, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Rapids and a new NWSL expansion team coming next year. And they’ve been wildly successful—every major professional team in Denver has won a championship in the last 25 years except for the Rockies who lost to the Red Sox in the 2007 World Series. You’ll also find the University of Denver Pioneers here, who have won 10 NCAA Division I hockey championships—the most in the country. Partially as a result of its sports success, Denver has evolved into a bustling city that offers much more than just the great outdoors.

It’s impossible to cover every great thing Denver and the surrounding areas have to do, but here’s my list of some of my favorites for sports fans. If you’re looking for more outdoorsy things to mix into your trip, check out this article.

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Who I am: I’m Andrew DeWitt—a sports writer that grew up in Kansas City, MO. After my parents divorced, my mom moved to Denver and that meant a lot of winter and summer breaks spent in the city. My brother and I would scout when the city’s sports teams were in town and schedule our trips to the Mile High City during those times. My mom would drop my brother and I off at different sporting venues and we’d spend a week or two going to every event we could. Along the way, I found the best spots to eat around venues and what to see while we weren’t going to games. I now live in Grand Junction, Co. with my wife. It’s about a four hour drive but we find ourselves heading to Denver as often as we can.

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Before you go

Need to know: If you start feeling a headache and some dizziness, you’re feeling the effects of altitude sickness. Just take it easy for your first day around town and your body will adjust naturally. Drinking Liquid IV or Gatorade tends to help the symptoms with a couple of ibuprofen. Altitude sickness tends to affect young children and older adults but it can get to anyone. It can also cause a restless first night of sleep.

About the airport: Unless you took the Amtrak or drove into town, you’ve still got a journey ahead of you once you land, since Denver International is 25 miles from downtown. The airport also might be haunted so be careful around there. There’s also a 32-foot-tall horse statue with demon eyes that greets you when you arrive!

Book early: Colorado’s a big golf state, and its capital city is no exception. If you’re looking to tee it up at Arrowhead or Fossil Trace, you’ll need to book your spot in advance. Also, if you want to experience Rocky Mountain Oysters at Buckhorn Exchange (see below), a reservation at least a couple weeks in advance is advised.

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Where to Stay

Patterson Inn

The Patterson Inn is a historical hotel with 9 rooms, each with its own unique theme—ask for The Library, The Royale or The Magic No. 9. It’s located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, right near the Colorado State Capitol and a short 10 minute walk from Coors Field.

The Curtis Hotel

If you want a unique hotel that will keep you on your toes with playful decor and themed rooms, check out the The Curtis Hotel in downtown Denver. It’s about a 15 minute walk from Meow Wolf, a surprising and very colorful art installation that’s good for all ages. One part escape room, one part art display, and one part straight funk, the original began in Santa Fe with expansions reaching Vegas, Denver and LA (soon).

Ramble Hotel

Finally, for another break from the norm, stay at the modern Ramble Hotel, located in the heart of the RiNo arts district. This 50-room boutique hotel is attached to both a music venue and the memorable Death & Co. Bar (try the Sound & Fury if you like tequila with a kick).

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Two sporty days in Denver, Colorado

Day 1

Day 2

Take this home

Coffee beans

A bag of espresso or coffee beans from one of my two favorite spots in Denver: Huckleberry Roasters and Corvus Coffee. If you’re looking for a pick-me-up at DIA, there’s a Dazbog Coffee that’s a solid local chain.

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If you have three days:

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Federal safety officials are investigating an American Airlines flight that caught fire on the Denver International Airport tarmac on Thursday.

The National Transportation Safety Board is sending two investigators to the scene, who will begin the long process of trying to determine what caused the incident. The investigators will examine the aircraft, conduct interviews with witnesses and crew, and obtain other data, NTSB officials wrote in an email to CPR News.

A preliminary report will be available in 30 days. But the final report, which will detail the probable cause of the event, will take a year or longer to complete.

In the meantime, here’s what we know about the Thursday incident.

4:52 p.m.

American Airlines flight 1006 took off from the Colorado Springs Airport destined for Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. The Boeing 737 was manufactured in 2012, records show, and was carrying 172 passengers and six crew members.

5:14 p.m.

The flight diverted to Denver International Airport about 20 minutes after takeoff, according to FlightAware. The crew had reported engine vibrations, the Federal Aviation Administration said.

“Just to verify, not an emergency, correct?” an air traffic controller asked the airplane’s crew, per a recording posted on LiveATC.net.

“We just have a high engine vibration, so we are cruising slower than normal,” one of the crew members replied.

It’s not clear why the plane did not return to the Colorado Springs airport; an airport spokesman there referred a CPR News question about the diversion to American Airlines, which did not reply to a request for comment on Friday.

Denver International Airport spokesman Michael Konopasek also deferred to the airline, but added that the airport’s operations and safety teams “always stand ready when there’s diversions.”

“We're extremely proud of the teams that we have here and how quickly they jump into action when they're needed,” he said. “And we saw that yesterday.”

5:55 p.m.

The flight landed at Denver International Airport, per FlightAware. The plane was taxiing to gate C38 when it caught fire, the FAA said.

“Mayday, mayday, mayday, mayday,” someone says over the radio in another recording published on LiveATC.net. “Engine fire.”

Numerous videos on social media from airport passengers show the fire burning around and below one of the jet's turbine engines under the right wing. It's unclear what caused the fire. American Airlines called it "an engine-related issue."

"We thank our crew members, DEN team and first responders for their quick and decisive action with the safety of everyone on board and on the ground as the priority," an American Airlines spokesperson said in a statement Thursday evening.

Previously: American Airlines plane catches fire at DIA. 12 people sent to area hospitals with minor injuries

All of the crew and passengers were evacuated and at least a dozen people were sent to hospitals in the area with minor injuries, an airport spokesperson said.

The airport continued to operate normally outside of gate C38, officials said, which was expected to reopen on Friday.

CPR’s Alejandro Alonso Galva contributed to this report.

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Denver claims to hold the largest St. Paddy’s parade west of the Mississippi, and legend has it that the modern-day merriment started when pub goers at the now-defunct Duffy’s Shamrock Bar (or Sullivan’s Grill, depending on who you ask) took to the streets in 1962. So what better way to kick off a weekend of green than by visiting one of the metro area’s most authentic Irish pubs?

Here, five of our favorite spots for saying sláinte—with a glass of Guinness in hand.

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1. Nallen’s Irish Pub

You won’t find green beer at Denver proper’s oldest Irish pub. John and Una Nallen immigrated from County Mayo in 1972, opening their namesake establishment 20 years later and eventually relocating to this cozy jewel of a space in LoDo. Quiet and convivial, the establishment is still a family affair, with the Nallens’ relatives running the bar, proper two-part pours of Guinness, and an impressive selection of Irish whiskeys including Redbreast 27 Year and Writers’ Tears.

Nallen’s typically doesn’t serve food (instead, guests can order takeaway from nearby restaurants), but on March 15 and 17, they’ll open at 9 a.m., dishing up hearty potato soup and corned-beef sandwiches to accompany free performances by dance troupe the Celtic Steps and classic and contemporary bagpipe tunes from the Mile Highlanders.

2. The Irish Rover

Céad míle fáilte (“a hundred thousand welcomes” in Irish Gaelic) is the motto at this South Broadway institution, and you’ll feel every one of them when you walk through the door. Operating since 2005, the Irish Rover has everything you expect (a great selection of Irish beers and whiskey and a warm atmosphere with a dark-wood bar and floors and exposed brick walls), with the bonus of a heated rooftop patio with fire pits and mountain views, as well as a pup-friendly back patio on the ground floor.

Regulars show up for the rotating daily specials ($1 tacos? Yes, please!), while $12 mimosas and proper Irish fry-ups (eggs, Irish sausage, rashers, black and white puddings, mushrooms and tomatoes, baked beans) make it a worthy brunch destination on weekends.

On both Parade Day and St. Patty’s, the Rover will serve corned beef and cabbage and discounted drinks to the tune of live Irish bagpipes and Celtic dancers.

3. The Abbey Tavern

The Abbey Tavern has been a Park Hill neighborhood favorite since its opening in 2013. Dublin native Glen Eastwood drew on years of experience running Casey’s and Fadó Irish Pub in downtown Denver before opening his own spot. He’s fashioned this former flower shop into a cozy haven that relies more on traditional Irish hospitality and less on shamrock decorations for its welcoming, homey vibe.

Parade Day and Monday, the Abbey will offer a full Irish menu, with corned beef and cabbage, Guinness beef stew, and until 3 p.m., a full Irish breakfast. Performers include the McTeggart Irish Dancers and the Colorado Youth Pipe Band. There’s no cover charge.

4. Clancy’s Irish Pub

Founded in 1973, Clancy’s bills itself as the oldest Irish pub in Colorado. The Wheat Ridge standby moved from its original location at 38th and Kipling in 2015 and now boasts two patios, four bars, and multiple dining spaces in a maze-like building that’s covered—even the ceilings—with Irish-themed signs and memorabilia.

Clancy’s scratch kitchen turns out modern iterations of classic, stick-to-your-ribs fare, such as corned-beef-stuffed spring rolls and loaded Irish nachos on a bed of crispy house-made potato chips. Or for more traditional grub, stop in on Fridays for plates of slow-cooked corned beef and cabbage.

This year, the pub’s St. Paddy’s celebration—one of the largest in the state—kicks off Thursday evening and runs through Monday, with local acts including the harmonica-led Delta Sonics, Queen City Pipe Band, and Red Rocks alum DJ Abilities performing on multiple stages. Saturday, Sunday, and Monday there will be a $5 cover for adults. Kids enjoy the festivities for free, but Clancy’s goes 16 and up at 6 p.m. for those three evenings.

5. Ned Kelly’s Irish Pub

At Ned Kelly’s, the vibe is cozy, the beer is cold, the staff is welcoming, and on Wednesdays, they wear kilts. Or they at least award $2.50 well drinks and draft beers to patrons who sport the traditional Irish garb (or any skirt or dress) every hump day.

Located just off the corner of Main Street in Littleton’s historic downtown, you can’t miss Ned Kelly’s bright-red, painted-brick exterior. Inside, the owner proudly displays his country’s flag over a gleaming wood bar. There’s a scruffy, dive bar charm to the space, and the limited menu (pizza and pretzels) can be augmented by takeout reuben sandwiches and fish and chips from neighboring Grande Station.

This Saturday and Monday, you’ll find a stage set up on Sycamore Street, with a full bar, pipe music, and Irish dancing. But there’s big, bald action on Sunday as well: Ned Kelly’s raised more than $100,000 last year for St. Baldrick’s Foundation, which funds research to fight children’s cancer, and will be shaving noggins to support saving lives again on the 16th.

Read More: 16 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Denver

Colorado public educators are being asked to do more now than ever before, and our schools need the funding to serve students and families at the level they expect and deserve.

For nearly 15 years, the state balanced the budget on the back of public education. Recently, we’ve made significant progress in reversing that trend with the elimination of the budget stabilization factor, increased funding for rural schools, and the creation of a new school finance act.

Gov. Jared Polis’s proposal to eliminate averaging funding and related proposals on declining enrollment would slash up to $150 million from school district budgets and immediately reverse the important progress Colorado has made in supporting public education. We can’t afford to go backward.

Cuts of this magnitude stand to negatively impact approximately two-thirds of Colorado school districts. It would mean things like teacher layoffs, increased class sizes, reduction in counseling and mental health support for students, less money to keep schools safe, and decreased programs for students. For many communities, it would be nothing short of catastrophic.

Any suggestion that schools are taking advantage of taxpayer dollars is not only wrong, but offensive. There is widespread agreement that Colorado public education has been underfunded for many years, and educators and schools are working harder than ever — with the funds and support they do have available — to provide an outstanding education for students.

Averaging student enrollment counts over several years to establish funding levels has existed for years to provide stability for students in districts with declining enrollment. It ensures that districts don’t have to disrupt the educational experience of students by abruptly needing to combine classes and eliminate a teacher in the middle of the school year, for example.

It is, and continues to be, a solution that works to address declining enrollment. Districts are not afraid to make tough decisions like deciding to close a school with low enrollment, but those decisions have to include community involvement and a thoughtful plan to ensure a successful outcome. It cannot happen overnight.

The Colorado Association of School Executives, the Colorado Education Association, the Colorado Association of School Boards, and the Colorado Rural Alliance recognize the very challenging budget shortfall that Colorado faces and know that decisions about cuts are not easy ones.

Public education has faced devastating funding cuts for years and can’t experience more at a time when we’re just starting to recover from chronic underfunding. Those organizations expect that the new school finance act, House Bill 1448, will be implemented as approved by the legislature last spring.

Bret Miles is the executive director of the Colorado Association of School Executives.

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