Aurora officials acknowledge Venezuelan gang's presence
Officials in Aurora have begun to acknowledge the presence of Venezuelan gang activity in their Colorado city after the release of a terrifying surveillance video.
Store owners near Colfax & Havana say crime keeps getting worse
Crime is continuing at a shopping area in Aurora where some people are now afraid to go, and the mayor says improving safety there is a priority.
Council confirms new Aurora police chief despite community concerns
Members of the Aurora City Council voted Monday to confirm Todd Chamberlain as the new police chief.
APS turns shuttered elementary school into neighborhood preschool
The closure of Sable Elementary was significant for families in the community.
Mobile preschool loses insurance after RV is stolen, contaminated with drugs
A nonprofit mobile preschool serving marginalized communities in Aurora faces another hurdle after its RV was stolen in March.
Denver judge nearly killed in 2019 stabbing thanks health care workers
In a random attack on Aug. 18, 2019, Denver Judge David Blackett was stabbed by a stranger in his home. Blackett continues to return to the hospital where he was treated to thank the health care workers who saved his life.
CDPHE says additional dogs need quarantine following rabies exposure
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says its investigation has revealed additional dogs will need a modified quarantine after potential rabies exposure at a July adoption event.
Couple heartbroken after euthanized puppy tests negative for rabies
A couple who rescued a puppy is heartbroken and frustrated after their dog was put down, only to learn later that he later tested negative for rabies.
Aurora considers moving non-felony domestic violence cases to county courts
Aurora is one of the few Colorado cities that handles non-felony domestic violence cases. The city is considering moving those cases from municipal to county courts, but some fear the transition might delay justice for victims.
Health officials warn adopters after puppy tests positive for rabies
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says the rabies-positive puppy came from Texas and has since been euthanized. The puppy was part of an adoption event with its 11 littermates last month.
Colfax-Havana safety plan shows early success, challenges in Aurora
In response to heightened community concerns, Aurora Police Department created a 90-day plan to address area crime.
Voters will decide if Aurora Public Schools can fund improvements
Voters will decide on two ballot issues aimed at enhancing infrastructure and resources within Aurora Public Schools.
Visually-impaired shoppers feel independence through new eyes
Friday marks 34 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. It has transformed the lives of millions with special needs. More than 20,000 residents in Arapahoe County have a vision-related disability
Thousands of Colorado janitors vote to authorize strike
Colorado's largest janitor strike since the 990s could begin next week. Janitors across the Denver area voted "yes" to authorize a strike and hope to reach an agreement by Sunday. The negotiations affect over 2,000 janitors.
Revolving door at police chief's office in APD concerns community leaders
Interim Aurora Police Chief Heather Morris recently said she will not apply for the permanent role of leading the Aurora Police Department.