Tag: Tyson Worrell
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Denver mayor’s proposed budget puts police force ‘full strength’
Denver’s police force would go to “full authorized strength” under Mayor Mike Johnston’s plan to spend $8 million to attract nearly 200 recruits next year, according to the city’s public safety department. Johnston’s 2024 proposed budget earmarks nearly $25 million for public safety, including $8.2 million to hire 167 new recruits. “Mayor Johnston’s budget will…
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Denver firefighters union endorses Kelly Brough
Local 858 Denver Firefighters, a local affiliate of the International Association of Firefighters, endorsed Kelly Brough for Denver mayor at a news conference Monday morning. Governmental Affairs Director of Local 858 Eric Tade highlighted Brough’s experience as a leader, referencing her time as chief of staff for former Denver mayor and now Sen. John Hickenlooper.…
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Ron Thomas’ road to the Denver Police chief’s office
One of the most vivid memories new Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas recalls from his 33-year career in the department about the effect of police work on everyday people doesn’t come from a big drug bust or high-profile homicide case. It’s the story of a stolen puppy. Thomas was assigned the mid-1990s case, he assumed,…