A proposed Denver measure that would have raised marijuana taxes to fund youth programs has been pulled from the November ballot.
Friday was the deadline for finalizing the city ballot for Nov. 8.
Legalizing pot leads to increased marijuana use, according to a new study from the University Colorado Boulder and the University of Minnesota.
In its place, the group that backed My Spark Denver has announced another pilot project in partnership with the city for after-school and summer programs, aimed at students who qualify for free and reduced lunch.
“Chronic stress, isolation and academic disruptions from the last two years have made it difficult for kids to experience…