🌱 More Southwest Flights Nixed + AI Mayor Enters Race + CSU Fire Model

Hello, friends. It's Thursday in Denver and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town. Today's issue includes updates on...

• Migrants continue to flow into the Denver metro area.
• Can an AI mayoral candidate win more votes than a human candidate?
• What to do if your pipes froze in last week's sub-zero temperatures.

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Thursday's weather: Clouds breaking and colder. High: 38 Low: 21.

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Here are the top stories today in Denver:

1. Travelers continue to be stranded as Southwest's problems snowball. Getting home during the holidays have taken on a new meaning as the beleaguered airline has been unable to reset their system. On Wednesday, Southwest canceled another 300 flights out of DIA, and more are expected today. (AP)
2. Denver City Council candidate says AI mayor could outperform human candidates. A new candidate has joined the crowded race to be Denver's next mayor. The AI mayor's plans include initiatives that would reduce crime and enhance the city's physical environment, with improved lighting, cleaner streets and active public spaces. (Denverite)
3. Wondering how many migrants have arrived in Denver so far? The city didn't officially report the number of migrants that had arrived here until Dec. 16. However, according to the city, so far, more than 2,400 migrants have made their way to Denver. (KDVR)
4. Did your pipes burst during the deep freeze? Experts suggest that you should get your foundation checked out for any problems that could be caused by the water intrustion. (FOX31)
5. CSU developing system that can predict the buildings most at-risk for damage. Researchers at the Colorado State University have developed a modeling system that can predict what buildings are at-risk when a community is threatened by fire. (9News)

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Today in Denver:

• Astrology for Authenticity: Finding Yourself. (11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
• Winter Break Fun: LEGO Build Day! (1 p.m.)
• Denver miniFEST: At Herman's Hideaway. (6 p.m.)
• Ismo: At Comedy Works. (8 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• COVID-19 cases in Colorado are going up, and the federal government is once again offering free COVID-19 testing kits to all homes in the USA. Every U.S. household is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. (CDC)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right. See you all tomorrow for another update! — Brad K. Evans

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