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Trump religious liberty commission wants to end separation of church and state
One member calls for a Presidential Medal of Freedom for a Colorado baker who refused to create a wedding cake for a same-sex couple. Another calls for court interventions by the Department of Justice on behalf of Amish parents fighting New York vaccine requirements and Catholic nuns challenging that state’s requirement that they accommodate hospice […]
‘Micro’ nuclear power generator, wildfire resources focus of annual Buckley Space Force review
AURORA | Installing a “micro” nuclear power generator at Buckley Space Force Base and preparing for what could be a challenging wildfire season were among top issues federal and local leaders focused on during a fourth year of annual consultation on the “Future of Buckley.” “Today, we talked about the future of power. How do […]
Cyberattack hits Canvas system used by Cherry Creek, thousands of US schools
AURORA | Tens of thousands of students studying for final exams around the world Friday regained access to a key online learning system after a cyberattack knocked it offline, throwing schools and universities into chaos. Cherry Creek schools Elevation program was affected, school officials said. “Our impact was that the Canvas system was put into […]
Aurora cops say drones give crime-fighting a new advantage. Critics want regulation
AURORA | Last summer, Dr. P.J. Parmar and his friends noticed a drone frequently flying around Mango House in Aurora and the nearby Martin Luther King Library on East Colfax Avenue. At first, they had no idea who was flying the drone and why, but they felt like they were being watched. One day, Parmar’s […]
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 bill exempts credit card fees on sales tax to save businesses money
This story was first published at Colorado Newsline. DENVER | The Colorado Legislature gave final approval this week to a bill that would lower the fees businesses need to pay credit card companies every time a customer swipes their card. It was one of the most heavily lobbied bills this legislative session. Senate Bill 26-134 would exempt sales […]
SENTINEL MUSE: Take an emotional roller coaster ride with ‘Angels’ in Aurora
AURORA | The Vintage Theater is still taking audiences on a roller-coaster ride through the ‘80s AIDS crisis, and you can buckle up for the emotional ride through Sunday. Tony Kushner’s award-winning “Angels in America, Part One” stages a sweeping portrait of fear, hope and human connection during the AIDS crisis of the 1980s. The […]
Colorado lawmakers pass bill allowing civil suits against ICE, federal authorities
DENVER | Coloradans would be able to sue federal officials over improper immigration enforcement under a bill that cleared the Legislature on Thursday. Senate Bill 26-5 was one of the first bills introduced this year by Democrats at the Capitol. It creates a state-level cause of action against federal officials for alleged constitutional violations during immigration […]
SENTINEL LEARNING CURVES: AAUW Aurora accepting scholarship applications for 2026–27 Academic Year
SENTINEL LEARNING CURVES offers a brief look at what’s new and news in schools and education in the Aurora region and across the state. Check back frequently. Read more Toon in Monday
Legislature OKs two bills aimed at reducing state prison population, expenses
This story was produced as part of the Colorado Capitol News Alliance. It first appeared at coloradosun.com and cpr.org. DENVER | Colorado lawmakers passed two bills Thursday and are still considering a third aimed at reducing the state’s prison population, which has ballooned to the point where Gov. Jared Polis is recommending reopening up to two prisons. It’s difficult […]