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9:06 AM GMT-0700 on December 10, 2019
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Streetsblog’s editor recently traveled to Buenos Aires. Check out his photos and observations related to the city’s mobility options. (Streetsblog Denver)
Other news
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A driver hit and seriously injured a pedestrian at South Yosemite Street and East Nassau Avenue. (Denver Police)
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Colorado drivers rank as the 6th worst in the nation according to a study that looks at traffic violations such as running red lights, speeding and traffic fatalities. (Denver Post)
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After the big storm, Denver residents reported 1,439 unshoveled sidewalks. Only 36 tickets have been issued. (9 News)
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RTD will look for an interim general manager ahead of its current retiring. (Denver Post)
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Denver City Council wants more power — and some want to take it from the mayor. (Denverite)
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Denver Air Quality Index: 7 a.m.: 49 Good. Yesterday’s max: 43 Good.
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