Esteban L. Hernandez

Denver

Reporter at Axios

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Metro Denver is home to a buyer's market — for now

2 days ago | axios.com | Esteban L. Hernandez |Sami Sparber |Emily Peck

Data: Redfin; Map: Axios VisualsHomebuyers hold an edge in the Denver real estate market — so long as you can foot the hefty bill. The big picture: Metro Denver had just over 4,800 more sellers than buyers, a stark 42% difference, signaling a homebuyer's market, per a recent Redfin estimate based on April figures.
The top summer things to do in Denver

1 week ago | axios.com | Esteban L. Hernandez

Crowds turned out for the 15th annual Denver Chalk Art Festival in 2017. Photo: Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post via Getty ImagesWhether it's concerts, amusement parks or a hot summer night at Coors Field, we've got a collection of the best summer events in and around Denver. 🎭 Arts88 Drive-In Theatre Enjoy a blast from the past at this charming drive-in, the last of its kind in metro Denver, where kids under age 12 get in free.
How mandatory furloughs will work for Denver employees

1 week ago | axios.com | Esteban L. Hernandez

Illustration: Aïda Amer/AxiosStarting Sunday, Denver city workers will begin mandatory unpaid furloughs, aimed at saving $10 million this year as the city faces a $250 million budget shortfall. Why it matters: The furloughs hit the backbone of city operations, levying a financial toll on employees who are already grappling with low morale. By the numbers: Roughly9,000 of Denver's 14,000 city employees are affected, city finance department spokesperson Laura Swartz tells us.
Best bites: The most delicious Denver dishes we tried in May

1 week ago | axios.com | Alayna Alvarez |John Frank |Esteban L. Hernandez

The black cod with sweet miso at Masuhisa in Denver. Photo: Michael Reaves/The Denver Post via Getty ImagesThe end of May means the return of our running series spotlighting some of the tastiest tidbits we've tried lately. Why it matters: Good food should be shared!Here are our picks:๐ Alayna: The miso-glazed black cod at Matsuhisa in Cherry Creek has been on my mind since my first bite.
Denver things to do this weekend, May 30-June 1

1 week ago | axios.com | Esteban L. Hernandez

Illustration: Maura Losch, Lindsey Bailey/Axiosð» The Goldengrass Bluegrass Weekend festival starts Thursday and runs through Sunday in Golden, featuring 11 musical acts, including multiple local artists, along with food, beer and activities for children. Cost: Freeð¦ Glow Lounge in Denver will host the "Pink Pony Club: Chappell Roan Night" dance party Friday to mark the start of Pride Month.
Your Denver-area public outdoor pool guide

1 week ago | axios.com | Esteban L. Hernandez

Denver's Mestizo-Curtis Park outdoor pool. Photo: Hyoung Chang/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty ImagesSummer is right around the corner β officially starting June 20 β which means it's time to dust off that swimwear and make a splash. The big picture: We've rounded up pool openings for Aurora, Denver, and Lakewood as the season kicks off, making it a necessity to find a place to cool down. AuroraποΈ Drop-in costs start at $6 for adults.
Renters who are top-earners increase in metro Denver

1 week ago | axios.com | Esteban L. Hernandez |Sami Sparber

Data: Redfin; Chart: Axios VisualsThe number of wealthy renters in metro Denver is growing, but only slightly. Zoom in: At least6.9% of metro area renters — people whose household income is in the top 20% locally — were considered wealthy in 2023, up 0.4 percentage points from 2019, per a Redfin analysis of the latest Census Bureau data. Metro Denver's rate is lower than the 7.9% national average.
Revisiting Denver's George Floyd protests, five years later

1 week ago | axios.com | Esteban L. Hernandez

Marchers walk by a mural of George Floyd along Colfax Avenue on June 7, 2020 in Denver. Photo: Helen H. Richardson/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty ImagesFive years ago, George Floyd'smurder sparked nationwide protests that morphed into a movement condemning police violence and calling for swift reforms. Zoom in: Robert Davis, as co-leader of the reimagining police task force, advocated for reforms to improve Denver's policing practices in the aftermath of Floyd's killing.
Denver sues Trump administration over threat to cut $600M in federal transportation money

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Esteban L. Hernandez

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston. Photo: Hyoung Chang/The Denver PostDenver is suing the Trump administration over its threat to withhold up to $600 million in federal transportation funds if the city fails to comply with U.S. immigration enforcement and DEI initiatives. State of play: Denver joined dozens of other cities and counties — including Chicago, Minneapolis, Pittsburgh, Portland and San Francisco — in the lawsuit filed this week in U.S. District Court.
Mile Highlights: Nuggets name Adelman head coach

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Esteban L. Hernandez |Alayna Alvarez |John Frank

David Adelman smiles after the Nuggets' series-clinching win over the L.A. Clippers on May 3 at Ball Arena. Photo: AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post via Getty Imagesπ The Denver Nuggets hired David Adelman as head coach after briefly serving in an interim position this season, leading the team to a first-round playoff series win after finishing 3-0 in the regular season.