There has been a lot of publicity here in Denver about Union Station lately. What used to be the main waiting room for this railroad station is now a hipster haven, featuring bars, restaurants, an upscale hotel, and a large gathering space with lots of sofas and comfy chairs. However, downstairs is the city's main bus terminal, which is now a gathering place for drug dealers, assorted other criminals, and the homeless. The Denver police and RTD transit police have been trying to manage the situation, but seem to be struggling to do so. And why is this happening now? My theory is it is because the old greyhound bus station was recently sold to real estate developers and torn down. That place used to be filled with all sorts of scary characters, and I suspect they all moved to the Union Station underground bus terminal along with the greyhound busses. And by the way, I took the photograph above of a bar located on the main floor of Union Station early one afternoon, showing a couple of guys having a few stiff drinks to boost their courage before heading downstairs to catch their bus. Good luck guys!
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