Aurora's 1,800-strong 'No Kings' protest joins national anti-Trump wave
'There’s no difference what Trump and his regime are doing than what the Nazis did in Germany and Europe when they came to power'
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EDITORIAL: The time to get answers about the Aurora GEO ICE jail TB infection is now
'Tuberculosis is not a disease that can be managed with public relations statements and bureaucratic evasions'
“This Republican bill doesn’t prevent insider trading or ban stock trading. Instead, it creates loopholes that allow Members of Congress and the President to keep enriching themselves while in office” — Rep Jason Crow
Aurora considers penalties for Niagara Bottling over drought water use
“Unfortunately, when we’re in this mega historic drought, we’re left with a series of bad options.”
Elder group home indictment includes incident with bound resident, person hanging from roof
The family member went to the back of the house and could see their relative tied with zip ties and a harness to a wheelchair inside the home, alone and crying.
Colorado joins lawsuit challenging Trump's election executive order
“We will be closely monitoring any developments and will keep our voters informed of any changes that could impact their ability to cast a ballot and make their voices heard” — Arapahoe County Clerk Joan Lopez
Aurora City Council demands GEO Group cooperation over tuberculosis case
Mayor Mike Coffman said the issue was not about how council members feel about immigration, but rather about tackling a public health crisis.
Dark money, claims of racism continue to cloud Aurora Democratic primary legislative race
In this case, where you have two candidates who are Black women, you have to ask, ‘racism in service of whom?’
GEO ICE jail worker slated for court Wednesday following shooting of Aurora protester
Booth allegedly told police that after he fired, he realized he had “done some dumb sh**.”
Trump uses marathon State of the Union to try to convince voters that US is 'winning so much' — COLORADO COMMENTS
“He is unhinged and unwell. How much worse does it have to get before more people are willing to stand up for the rule of law and for our country?”
Marketing pro Claire Lardizabal Moser joins Sentinel Colorado team
'Claire understands both how dynamic and rich the culture, food and business scenes are in Aurora, and she brings a wealth of marketing experience in how to help them succeed by partnering with the Sentinel'
Trump warns a 'whole civilization will die' if Iran deal isn't reached by his latest deadline
“As I have said before, if servicemembers are asked to carry out illegal orders, they have a solemn duty to follow the law.” — Rep Jason Crow
Water restrictions take effect now in Aurora as drought conditions worsen
'This is a water supply crisis'
Award-winning journalist McKenna Harford joins Sentinel Colorado team
'At a time when the community is awash in misleading and confusing messaging generated by newsmakers themselves, McKenna’s trusted work is more critical than ever.'
EDITORIAL: Aurora, state water policies need to reflect reality not a green mirage
'Colorado has spent generations creating the illusion of abundance in a place defined by scarcity. The illusion is evaporating like scarce water on a hot driveway'
Record low snow bodes ill for water in Aurora and the drought-stricken West
Aurora officials are poised to impose unusually early and strict water restrictions starting April 7.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on 'conversion therapy' for LGBTQ kids
The law doesn’t violate the First Amendment, Colorado argued, because therapy is different from other types of speech since it’s a form of health care that the state regulates.
PERRY: F-bomb's the word for Aurora No Kings protesters' exasperation with Trump
“He’s a stupid and sadistic asshole,” the woman’s pal chimed in, sporting a cheerful spring outfit and a demeanor right out of a Hallmark movie.
Exclusive: In a Ukrainian bomb shelter, Laura Loomer explains shift on Russia's war
'I’ve come to realize I was bamboozled by Russian propaganda and I came to believe a lot of untrue things about Ukraine'
https://sentinelcolorado.com/nation-world/world/exclusive-in-a-ukrainian-bomb-shelter-laura-loomer-explains-shift-on-russias-war/
#Ukraine #LauraLoomer
Man sentenced to 80 years for fatal stabbings of two homeless men in Aurora
“These were horrific, senseless murders.” – DA Brian Mason
The path to a more accessible Aurora council chambers is about $1million away
'Since the chambers is where the public is invited to be, it’s such a pressing matter for it to have to be ADA compliant'
Aurora lawmakers OK making a big deal over Big John's firefighting heritage
'Big John’s legacy also lives on through an annual “Big John Ale” competition'
Four GEO ICE protesters arrested during die-in at ICE field office in Centennial
The protest comes on the heels of an Aurora GEO ICE employee shooting a woman protesting at the Aurora GEO ICE detention center last week.
Aurora crime rate drops 10.5% in first half of 2026. Chief credits technology, focus
“What I can tell you is the community is far safer than it was two years ago”
https://sentinelcolorado.com/metro/aurora-crime-rate-drops-10-5-percent-in-first-half-of-2026/
Aurora lawmakers deny permit for controversial gas station complex in Aurora Harmony area
I don’t see that the particular gas station and liquor store is going to help that community at all”
https://sentinelcolorado.com/metro/aurora-lawmakers-deny-permit-for-controversial-gas-station-complex-in-aurora-harmony-area/
#AurorraCO #NoPaywall
Man injured Saturday in shooting during dispute at northwest Aurora apartment
'Investigators believe there was an altercation before the shooting'
'The show must go on,' Trump says in rambling speech at rescheduled correspondents' dinner
“I didn’t know what to expect. It’s far worse than I originally thought.”
After years of planning, UN Heritage for Korean War Memorial unveiled in Aurora
“Freedom is not free,” Lee said during the dedication. “Welcome to your memory.”
SEN. SULLIVAN: 14 years after the Aurora theater shooting, saving lives is a political battle
“Too often these debates become “us versus them” instead of asking the question that truly matters: What can we do together to save lives?”
Emergency lane closures in Aurora due to damaged sanitary sewer line
Aurora Water officials said there are currently no health concerns or service impacts from the break.
SENTINEL MUSE: Oui! Un peu de pomp and Django close to home this weekend
Your guide to everything cool and fun to do this weekend and beyond
Aurora lawmakers delay decision on pact between police and ICE detention facility
'Without this document, there will be ambiguity, and it becomes difficult to separate what is a criminal response versus immigration enforcement'
Former Grandview teacher faces multiple student sex assault allegations
'The student told investigators that they, on more than one occasion, felt compelled to have sex with Combs because the teacher had helped the student with academics and in applying to military colleges'
Aurora anti-violence advocate gets 51 years for in prison for water park 'revenge' shooting
“Justice is carried out in courtrooms, not in parking lots in front of children by someone seeking revenge,” — DA Brian Mason
https://sentinelcolorado.com/metro/aurora-anti-violence-advocate-gets-51-years-for-in-prison-for-water-park-revenge-shooting/
#AuroraCO #GunViolence #NoPaywall
Rep. Jason Crow says Aurora GEO ICE facility violated laws in tuberculosis probe
Crow said that for-profit prisons, like the GEO facility, 'perpetuate ICE’s lawlessness and endangered our communities'
Trump posts raging, profane threat to strike Iran's power plants and bridges
“There will be nothing like it!!! Open the Fu***n’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell – JUST WATCH!”
Supreme Court rules against GEO GROUP in $1 a day labor immigration detainee lawsuit in Aurora
The Aurora prison has been a magnet for protests, complaints and lawsuits for years.
GEO Group employee accused of shooting protester has jail bond, charges reduced
Booth allegedly told police that after he fired, he realized he had “done some dumb sh**.”
https://sentinelcolorado.com/uncategorized/geo-group-employee-accused-of-shooting-protester-has-jail-bond-charges-reduced/
#AuroraCO #ICE #NoPaywall
Aurora lawmakers delay decision on pact between police and ICE detention facility
'Without this document, there will be ambiguity, and it becomes difficult to separate what is a criminal response versus immigration enforcement'
Trump's new voter list edict sparks outrage, lawsuits over mail-in voting
“This Executive Order is undemocratic, unconstitutional, and dangerous" – Colo. Secretary of State Jena Griswold
Philip Morris launches $1.2 billion Aurora Zyn nicotine factory as critics warn of teen health risks
“This is truly a transformative day for the City of Aurora” — Mayor Mike Coffman
https://sentinelcolorado.com/metro/philip-morris-launches-1-2-billion-aurora-zyn-nicotine-factory-as-critics-warn-of-teen-health-risks/ via @SentinelColo
PERRY: F-bomb's the word for Aurora No Kings protesters' exasperation with Trump
“for all I care, Trump can just f*** himself” before both Republicans and Democrats “impeach his fat ass” for the final time after the November election.
Swift and widespread, efforts to rebrand César Chavez Day are fueled by emotion and duty
In Colorado, lawmakers are considering a bill to rename the voluntary state holiday there to Farm Workers Day.
Man convicted in metro burglary ring targeting Asian business owners
“This was not random or opportunistic crime.”
EDITORIAL: Aurora on the right track with effort to end teen access to vapes, nicotine
‘Vape and other nicotine use by juveniles is not a harmless rite of passage. It is a sophisticated, predatory industry pushing highly addictive products into the hands of kids’
ICYMI - Homeless shelter, city officials regret opening Aurora Navigation Center before building was ready
“In the rearview mirror, yeah, we opened up way too early.”
Person dies after being hit on runway by Frontier plane taking off at DIA — VIDEO
“We’re stopping on the runway,” the pilot tells the control tower “We just hit somebody. We have an engine fire.”
ICYMI - 'Colorado has spent generations creating the illusion of abundance in a place defined by scarcity. The illusion is evaporating like scarce water on a hot driveway'
HIGHER CALLING: Aurora cops say drones give crime-fighting a new advantage. Critics want regulation
'The industry that provides technology to law enforcement is one of the most unregulated, unexamined and consequential in the United States'
Homeless shelter, city officials regret opening Aurora Navigation Center before building was ready
“In the rearview mirror, yeah, we opened up way too early.”