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Commerce City Council

Pencil sketch political cartoon of a city council meeting, with Councilmember Susan Noble gesturing toward two empty chairs labeled for absent members as she speaks.

Two Outgoing Council Members Skip Commerce City Transition Ceremony as Councilmember Noble Praises Them

A standing-room-only crowd watched C3’s new council take office, but the unexplained absence of two outgoing members — and remarks urging praise for them — departed from a routine swearing-in.

Miracle on East 60th Avenue

Miracle on East 60th Avenue

The November 17 council meeting brought a poetic clash over policy, protest, and one very unlucky ice rink.

One hour before her questionable appearance at the Nov. 3 City Council meeting, Adams 14 School Board Director Lucy Molina posted this image of a woman holding a Tommy gun..

An Hour Before Her Offensive Bow, Lucy Molina Posted a Tommy Gun Meme

It was the eve of the election. One hour before city council, Adams 14 Board Director Lucy Molina posted a meme. It showed a woman brandishing a Tommy gun. Caption: “When she’s spiritually aligned & from the hood…”

Adams 14 Board Dir. Lucy Molina delivers a theatrical bow and "gamsamnida" to Korean American councilman Kim.

Adams 14 Board Director Turns to Plaintiff, Bows, and Speaks Korean During City Council Meeting

The incident occurred one day before Election Day, as Molina faces a federal civil rights lawsuit filed by Councilmember Craig Kim alleging racial discrimination and First Amendment violations.

When “Lived Experience” isn’t in the Plan: a Closer Look at Renée Chacon

When “Lived Experience” isn’t in the Plan: a Closer Look at Renée Chacon

Renée Chacon’s proposals would limit police involvement. But the March 2024 Community Listening Sessions showed residents — especially South Side mothers — want more safety and didn't voice any problems with the police.