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Kennedy Center votes to restore Trump’s name and close for 2 years, challenging a judge’s order
WASHINGTON | The battle over the Kennedy Center’s future escalated Thursday as President Donald Trump’s allies on the board took new steps to commemorate him with physical changes to the iconic performing arts institution that could defy a federal court order. During an hourslong meeting that was conducted virtually, the board voted to add Trump’s […]
Trump’s vaccine plan would require millions of individual shots last used decades ago
WASHINGTON | Public health experts have been quick to condemn an executive order from President Donald Trump aimed at upending childhood vaccinations in the U.S., but the biggest obstacles may be the unprecedented financial and logistical challenges it would impose on parents, health providers and drugmakers. Monday’s announcement by the Republican president calls for separating […]
Described as basketball on grass, Brennan Marion’s fast-paced ‘Go-Go’ offense arrives at Colorado
FOUNTAIN | Some Colorado players describe the “Go-Go” offense as “backyard football.” Their coach and architect of the fast-paced scheme likened it to basketball on grass. This unorthodox system featuring unbalanced formations could be just the innovation to highlight the talents of young quarterback — point guard? — Julian “JuJu” Lewis and unlock what’s been […]
Colorado Shooting Association seeks injunction against new permit law
This story was first published at Colorado Newsline. DENVER | The Colorado State Shooting Association is seeking a preliminary injunction against a new state firearm purchasing law, as the group pursues a broader court challenge to the law’s constitutionality. The filing from Tuesday alleges that Colorado’s newly-enacted permitting process for many popular semiautomatic rifles is burdensome and […]
SENTINEL MUSE: Nothing says hot as hell summer like flying cows and Monty Python
AURORA | Here’s your chance to laugh your way through King Arthur’s legendary quest. Head to the Buell Theatre through Aug. 23 for “Monty Python’s Spamalot,” the Tony Award-winning musical adapted from the classic comedy film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail.” Expect flying cows, killer rabbits and elaborate musical numbers as the Denver Center […]
Aurora police officer resigned amid probe into taking, using narcotics from crime scene
AURORA | The Aurora Police Department referred a former officer for criminal charges after an internal investigation found that he took narcotics obtained as evidence and used them off-duty, police said in a social media post. On Facebook on Wednesday, the police department announced that former officer Michael Gallagher resigned in lieu of termination and […]
Nascent Aurora Downtown Development Authority holds first meeting Friday
AURORA | The newly created Aurora Downtown Development Authority will have its first meeting Friday to establish the new governmental organization and its mission to help revitalize Colfax Avenue. The development authority is a special district that will be overseen by an 11-member board with the ability to levy taxes with the goal of revitalizing […]
High-speed chase involving stolen car leaves one seriously injured in Arapahoe County
AURORA | A 26-year-old woman faces numerous traffic-related charges after deputies attempted to stop a vehicle reported stolen that later crashed into another vehicle at about 4 p.m. Wednesday, seriously injuring that car’s driver, the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement. Deputies were in the area of Storelocal Storage, 1995 S Valentia St., […]
Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton frustrated by ongoing soft tissue injuries
ENGLEWOOD | Sean Payton has had it with the muscle injuries that have been sending his players retreating into the Denver Broncos ‘ training room at their new headquarters on a daily basis. “Got to get a handle of some of the soft tissue” injuries, the Broncos’ head coach said after Monday’s practice, where running […]
Karros hits 2-run homer before leaving after collision, Rockies rally past Diamondbacks for 3-2 win
PHOENIX | Kyle Karros hit a two-run homer before leaving the game following a collision with a teammate, Tomoyuki Sugano threw six solid innings and the Colorado Rockies rallied for a 3-2 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night. The D-backs fell to 64-57 as they fight for National League playoff position in a […]