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Growing Up in Aurora: Beyond the Headlines

By Hannah MetzgerOctober 2, 2024

My hometown has been burdened by a negative reputation for all my life. But there’s much more to Aurora.

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Growing Up in Aurora: ACO All Day

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 2, 2024

Aurora was an awesome place to grow up, full of great food, fun and diversity. It’s time to show our pride.

Dr. Phil talk show

Dr. Phil Focuses on Aurora, Venezuelan Gang Story

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 1, 2024

The latest episode of Dr. Phil Primetime showcased Aurora’s Venezuelan gang presence to criticize current border policies.

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Outdoor marijuana farm

Colorado Marijuana Prices Nearing Record Lows Again

By Thomas MitchellOctober 1, 2024

Dispensaries continue to close or change hands as legal weed prices and sales decline.

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Disability Advocates Fear Cuts to RTD’s Paratransit System

By Catie CheshireOctober 1, 2024

The program provides stipends for rideshare and taxi services to the disabled, but RTD says it costs $1 million per month to administer.

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Remembering Denver Nuggets Legend Dikembe Mutombo

By Thomas MitchellSeptember 30, 2024

His career was built on rejections, but Dikembe Mutombo was an example of embracing humanity.

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A woman stands in front of a door smiling.

Aurora Councilmember Danielle Jurinsky Talking Immigration (and Gangs) on Dr. Phil Primetime

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 30, 2024

She calls herself “loudest voice on this issue” – but that may not count Donald Trump, who plans to come to Aurora and talk Venezuelan gangs.

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Broncos Fans Debate World’s Ugliest Win Over Jets

By Michael RobertsSeptember 30, 2024

Bo Nix’s stats would have made Tim Tebow point and laugh – but a win is a win.

yellow jack wasp nest

Are You Noticing More Wasps and Black Widows in Denver This Year?

By Catie CheshireSeptember 30, 2024

“They can’t find the insects that they normally eat as easily in the natural areas, so what do they do? They turn to our urban areas.”

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Inside the Slow, Agonizing and Unnecessary Death of Avery Borkovec

Inside the Slow, Agonizing and Unnecessary Death of Avery Borkovec

By Michael RobertsSeptember 27, 2024

The inmate was just 22 when he died of an entirely preventable cause.

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Teenage LoDo Shooter Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder

By Catie CheshireSeptember 27, 2024

Rosenburgh fired a weapon after being denied entry to Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row in downtown Denver.

Fragile package delivery

Should I Keep Sending Cannabis Care Packages to My Friend?

By Herbert FuegoSeptember 27, 2024

“He sent me two or three ‘care packages’ years ago, so I did the same for him while he settled in. But it’s been a year, and he still expects one every month.”

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A lake surrounded by greenery.

Lakewood Residents Want Developers to Set Aside Park Spaces With Each Project

By Catie CheshireSeptember 27, 2024

After a controversial development proposal next to Belmar Park, over 8,000 signatures were gathered for a proposed ordinance demanding new parklands.

Animal rights protestors hold picket signs

Denver Slaughterhouse Fined $119,000 for Toxic Chemical Risks

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 27, 2024

Superior Farms was penalized by the EPA as a ballot initiative seeks to ban such slaughterhouses from Denver.

A man and a woman smile.

Defendant in Aurora Councilwoman’s Domestic-Abuse Case Set Free on Plea Deal

By Bennito L. KeltySeptember 26, 2024

Derek Cobb was originally charged with second-degree kidnapping, third-degree assault and criminal mischief in April.

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Downtown Denver Blake Street sign

After RTD’s Chaotic Summer, Downtown Light Rail Lines to Be Restored

By Catie CheshireSeptember 26, 2024

The Free MetroRide will once again be dissolved as part of the changes, which are set to take place September 29.

Nikola Jokic attempts a shot against Naz Reid and Minnesota Timberwolves defender

Nuggets, Avalanche Games to Be Broadcast on Local TV, Streaming Service

By Catie CheshireSeptember 26, 2024

The agreement enables nearly 3.5 million people in the Denver area to watch forty games between both teams for free this season.

Jeffco Commission Nixes Bike Park Permit, but Developers Have One More Chance

Jeffco Commission Nixes Bike Park Permit, but Developers Have One More Chance

By Catie CheshireSeptember 26, 2024

The controversial bike park inspired over 800 written and in-person comments earlier this week.

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THC gummies

High Notes: Minis That Pack a Punch, Allgreens Now Selling Rec Rosin

By Herbert FuegoSeptember 25, 2024

There’s plenty to be excited about this fall, including seasonal cannabis boxes delivered to doorsteps and super-mini rosin gummies.

Jars of marijuana on display at dispensary

My Favorite Dispensary Was Purchased. Should I Find a New One?

By Herbert FuegoSeptember 25, 2024

“The budtender asked me to give them time, but should I jump ship now?”

Abandoned golf course

Park Hill Golf Course Owners Must Reimburse Over $250,000 for Unpaid Renovations

By Hannah MetzgerSeptember 25, 2024

Sisters of Color United for Education spent around $200,000 fixing up the golf course’s clubhouse, only to be denied access.

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Mid-century modern building in Denver

Neighbors Worry City Park West Rezoning Proposal Creates Another Boring Building

By Catie CheshireSeptember 25, 2024

“It’s death by 1,000 demolition permits.”

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