Lonnie Hanzon’s trash fashion show will kick off Denver’s 2018 PrideFest

The dresses and suits are composed cardboard and plastic, old rope light, newspaper packaging, water bottles and horse feed bags. And yet, they look like normal, highly processed items of the fashion world.

Denver just banned smoking and vaping on the 16th Street Mall

A smoking ban on the 16th Street Mall got a little closer to reality

Some council members still have concerns, but there don't appear to be the votes for a sunset clause. A final vote is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 30.

16th Street smoking ban becomes civil rights controversy amid homeless concerns

Council President Albus Brooks, the ban's author, said it is not at all targeted at homeless people but could be used to catch more people smoking pot.

Yes, smoking is bad for you, but should Denver ban it on the 16th Street Mall?

Denver Council President Albus Brooks says his proposed "Breath Easy" ban on smoking and vaping would be a crucial step in driving down smoking rates.

Denver may ban smoking and vaping on 16th Street Mall

Why schools in Aurora, Westminster and Adams County haven’t updated their anti-bullying policies for LGBT kids

Colorado attorney general: A conservative advocate for LGBT

Denver’s Catholic archbishop won’t allow transgender Boy Scouts in church troops

Catholic churches in Denver will not cut their ties with local Boy Scouts troops, but church-affiliated troops must follow church teachings.

Colorado survey: Supportive adults can reduce LGBT teenagers’ risk of suicide and substance abuse

CDPHE's 2015 Healthy Kids Survey showed LGBT students who lack adequate support systems at home and in-school experience higher risk for suicide and substance abuse.

LOOK: Denver Pridefest emcee DeMarcio Slaughter speaks to community in wake of Miami shootings

DeMarcio Slaughter has been the emcee of Denver Pridefest for 13 years. This one was different.

LOOK: Latrice Royal speaks to Denver Pridefest on Pulse Nightclub, courage

RuPaul's Drag Race starLatrice Royal addressed Denver Pridefest with conviction this afternoon, calling for the LGBTQ community to stand together in the face of fear.