Buckley Space Force Base still flying high in Aurora’s economic orbit
EDITOR’S NOTE: A previous version of this story referred to National Guard personnel incorrectly. AURORA | Buckley Space Force Base officials say the economic impact of the Aurora base is linked to a sizable $2.4 billion in area economic activity, although it’s about $200 million less than last year. The economic impact update and a […]
Colorado pro-union bill faces potential veto from Gov. Polis, again
This story was first published at KUNC as part of the Colorado Capitol News Alliance DENVER | The Colorado legislature passed a politically charged pro-union bill Friday, setting up a possible veto by Gov. Jared Polis after he rejected the same measure last year. House Bill 26-1005, named the Worker Protection Act by supporters, is […]
Colorado lawmakers ponder 2-year delay for affordable childcare program boost
This story was produced as part of the Colorado Capitol News Alliance. It first appeared at coloradosun.com. DENVER | Thousands of Colorado’s poorest families in desperate need of childcare could get a boost of state funding to help them afford a spot for their kid through a pair of bills still working their way through the […]
Colorado Dems propose bill to counter mandated road-funding ballot initiative
This story was first published at Colorado Newsline. DENVER | Colorado Democrats want to pass a bill in the final days of the state legislative session to offset a potential constitutional amendment on this year’s ballot that would divert revenue to maintain and repair the state’s roads. Lawmakers warn that the initiative would reroute money […]
US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific
WASHINGTON | The U.S. military launched another strike Tuesday on a vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three men. The attack came a day after U.S. forces struck an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea, killing two people. The Trump administration’s campaign of blowing up alleged drug-trafficking vessels in […]
Trump again assails Pope Leo, potentially complicating Rubio’s visit to the Vatican this week
WASHINGTON | President Donald Trump has renewed his criticism of Pope Leo XIV, potentially complicating a fence-mending visit that Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to make this week to the Vatican. In an interview with conservative commentator Hugh Hewitt, Trump said the first American-born pontiff is helping Iran and also making the world less […]
Gasoline costs 50% more in the US than it did before the Iran war
NEW YORK | The price of a gallon of regular gasoline climbed 31 cents in the past week, spiking to an average of $4.48 per gallon Tuesday, according to AAA, hitting the wallets of drivers after rising 50% since the war with Iran began. The main reason drivers are paying more at the pump is […]
Russia is ramping up its attempts to kill opponents in Europe, intelligence officials say
When Vladimir Osechkin wants to take his children to school or go to the supermarket, he calls the police. The Russian activist has lived under protection since 2022 because French officials believe Russia is trying to kill him. In April 2025, a crew of Russian men staked out Osechkin’s home and the surrounding area in […]
Aurora Sports Notebook: Rangeview inducts latest class into Athletics Hall of Fame
News and notes about current or former Aurora prep sports, athletes and coaches from Sports Editor Courtney Oakes.
Aurora Sports Notebook: Ryan West serves as honorary captain for 3A state champion Pomona
News and notes about Aurora prep sports, current or former athletes and coaches from Sports Editor Courtney Oakes.