🌱 RTD Bus Stabbing + Denver Sues State Over Tax Law + Fan Expo

Hello all. I'm here with a fresh copy of the Denver Daily. Your usual curator, Brad, will be back after the holiday with your next update, but for now, here's what you need to know about what's going on in town today.

First, today's weather:

Nice with clouds and sun. High: 86 Low: 63.

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Here are the top three stories today in Denver:

1. A 22-year-old man with autism was reportedly stabbed "several times" on an RTD bus on Thursday night, according to his family. The anonymous victim was reportedly riding a 15L bus at Colfax Avenue and Downing Street when he was stabbed 10 times. FOX31 reported that the man tried to get away from his attacker, but was stabbed again outside the bus. The motive and identity of the suspect is still unclear at this time. (FOX 31 Denver)
2. Denver has joined Boulder, Commerce City, Pueblo, and Westminster in a lawsuit against the state of Colorado over a new tax law that's slated to go into effect next month. The cities object to HB22-1024 because it would keep them from collecting sales and use tax on building materials for public schools. They argue the law is "an unconstitutional usurpation of their right to levy taxes." The bill passed the legislature this year with bipartisan support, and Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed it into law in April. (Denver 7 Colorado News)
3. If you see superheroes, sci-fi characters, and exotic animals wandering around Denver this weekend, they're likely headed to Fan Expo Denver at the Colorado Convention Center. This three-day event dedicated to pop culture kicked off yesterday and will run through Sunday, Jul. 3. Check out the full schedule of events for the weekend here. (Westword)

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Today in Denver:

• 4MHP Independence Celebration 2022 At Four Mile Historic Park (10:00 AM)
• Garcia Hand Picked And Bertha At Solace Meds Broadway (12:30 PM)
• Neal Brennan At Comedy Works Downtown (7:30 PM)
• Mateen Stewart Stand-Up At Denver Comedy Underground (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Celebrating the 4th of July at home? The Denver Police Department reminds the community that fireworks are illegal in the City and County of Denver and if you would like to report the illegal use or possession of them, you can do so by calling 720-913-2059 or online at this link. (Denver Police Department via Facebook)
• Most City and County of Denver offices will be closed Monday, Jul. 4, in observance of Independence Day. Denver Health and all agencies that operate 24/7, such as Denver International Airport, Denver Sheriff Department, Denver Police Department, Denver Fire Department, and local emergency medical services, will still be operational. (City and County of Denver Government via Facebook)
• A Colorado resident was among 23 Americans sickened by a recent mysterious listeria outbreak. Learn more on Patch. (Denver Patch)
• A major Colorado heat wave is coming, and Denver could hit 100 degrees next weekend. Experts say this will also likely increase fire danger. (9News.com KUSA)

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— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.