Metro
Aurora Democratic primaries engulfed in claims of libelous, racists attack ads by outside money groups
AURORA | Harsh campaign attack ads targeting a handful of Democratic primary election races in Aurora have prompted allegations of racism and false information in the last few days leading up to the June election. Multiple Democratic primary races in Aurora are seeing a flurry of advertisements and messages from independent expenditure committees, which expressly […]
Nonprofit group aims to turn notorious Edge at Lowry apartments into affordable housing
AURORA | A community nonprofit hopes to bring new life to the notorious Edge at Lowry apartments, the complex at the center of a 2024 national controversy over unsubstantiated allegations of a Venezuelan gang takeover. The East Colfax Community Collective purchased the Edge of Lowry apartments in June for $4.45 million with the intent of […]
Man shot and killed by Arapahoe County deputies Saturday after assaulting officer
AURORA | Arapahoe County sheriff deputies fatally shot a man early Sunday who authorities say was trespassing in a back yard and then charged at deputies, striking one with a metal pole. Deputies were called to a house on the 4700 block of East Caley Place about 6 a.m. after a resident said a man […]
Third arrest made in child beating death of 4-year-old boy in Aurora
AURORA | Aurora police have arrested a third person in connection with the fatal beating of a 4-year-old boy in May. Chyann Moon, Aurora, was arrested June 25 in connection with the death and faces charges of child abuse resulting in death, Aurora police spokesperson Gabby Easterwood said in a statement. Police and Aurora Fire […]
Aurora hosts Japanese Taiko drumming champion at Havana Street Night Market
AURORA | It’s going to be more than just an unusual night on Havana Street tomorrow. Sure, not only will there be a nearly full “strawberry” moon be snuggling next to the giant rusty star Antares, shining over the boulevard, but a world-champion Japanese drummer will be bringing a once-in-a-lifetime peace offering to the party […]
Trans youth face mental health crises as doctors refuse care at Aurora Children’s Hospital
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please call or text the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. Young LGBTQ+ people can connect with a crisis counselor at The Trevor Project by texting “START” to 678-678. This story was first published by Colorado Newsline. DENVER | Drawn […]
Supreme Court lets Trump end protections for Haitian, Syrian migrants. Salvadorans in Aurora at risk, too
WASHINGTON | The Supreme Court on Thursday allowed the Trump administration to end legal protections for migrants fleeing violence and natural disaster in Haiti and Syria, exposing hundreds of thousands more people to potential deportation. The 6-3 decision overturns lower court orders and allows the Department of Homeland Security to swiftly end temporary protected status, […]
Aurora police officer cleared by Adams County DA in fatal shooting of Rashaud Johnson
AURORA | The Adams County district attorney ruled that no criminal charges will be filed against Aurora Police Officer Brandon Mills in the fatal shooting of Rashaud Johnson, saying that prosecutors could not prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Mills’ use of force was unlawful. 17th Judicial District Attorney Brian Mason announced his decision in […]
Aurora moves ahead with push to enforce rental standards with new registration program
AURORA | In an effort to address poor living conditions and better enforce code violations, the city is moving forward with developing a rental registration and licensing program. On Monday, city council unanimously approved a resolution to direct the city manager to develop a potential registration program, which would need approval from council before it […]
Aurora City Council OKs bond measures for November ballot amid last-minute criticisms
AURORA | Despite last-minute community pushback, the Aurora city council will ask voters to raise taxes for public safety investments, including millions for improving police stations, as well as for transportation and city facility improvements. On Monday, the council finalized three bond measure questions for the November ballot, asking voters for a sales tax increase […]