Aurora
LATEST NEWS
National Taco Day: Freebies, discounts and deals
DENVER — This article was first published by MileHighontheCheap.com. Tacos are just about the perfect meal (or snack). Whether hard or soft shell, they’re quick, easy and everyone can create their own favorite style — from what’s inside (beef, chicken, seafood, etc.) to what’s on top (cheese, sour cream, salsa, tomatoes, etc.)
Fentanyl use on Platte River trail scares parkgoers, resident tells Denver City Council
Phillip Moreno says the recreational trail along the Platte River in Denver's Globeville neighborhood is an open-air drug den. Near Washington and 45th, up to 20 people congregate at all hours and use drugs, he told the City Council during public comment Monday. “What I see is a confluence of circumstances with essentially homeless shelters, the recycling industry and (lack of enforcement). Police don’t go onto the path because it’s dangerous for them and the park service has a limited number of resources. So, what’s allowed to happen is this little festering pocket of an issue. It’s really affecting a community that gives a lot to this city and doesn’t get a whole lot in return.”
Denver businesses accuse influencer of taking money, not posting promised videos
DENVER — An online firestorm of allegations surrounds a social media influencer who is accused of taking hundreds of dollars from small businesses but failing to profile their shops on his social media pages. 9NEWS Investigates reviewed Venmo transactions and direct messages between several small businesses and Jonathan Davis,...
Two major artists already set to perform at Red Rocks in 2025
Rocks Amphitheatre still has dozens of shows left in 2024, but the venue is already starting to announce big stars set to take the stage next year. Two shows currently on the 2025 calendar include 'Weird Al' Yankovic and Teddy Swims, performing on June 24 and August 26, respectively. Weird Al is best known for his comedic and parody songs, including 'Eat It,' which is a parody of Michael Jackson's...
Colorado City Named One of the Most Expensive for Foodies
Colorado’s food scene has absolutely exploded as of late, with some of the best restaurants in the entire country being within the Centennial State. Take, for example, Rootstalk out in Breckenridge. Not only is it considered to be the best restaurant in Colorado according to Yelp, but it also has a chef who himself is a James Beard Foundation Award winner.
😢 Westminster Mall | Shopping mall in Westminster, Colorado 😢 Extremely sad
Shopping malls have become important social and cultural spaces, offering not only a place to shop but also a venue for socializing, entertainment, and community events. Online shopping trends have influenced the retail landscape, but shopping malls continue to be popular destinations for those seeking a diverse and interactive shopping experience. Retail Stores: Malls typically have a wide range of retail stores, including clothing stores, electronics shops, bookstores, and more...
Former Denver sportscaster meets his kidney donor
On a sunny Thursday afternoon in September, former sportscaster Mark McIntosh met the woman he described as "an angel in my midst." That angel was Cathie Hitchcock, a former Aurora public schools bus driver who now lives in Pueblo West, and donated a kidney to McIntosh in June. "I feel like I'm born again," said McIntosh. He said he is picking up weight, feeling better and sleeping more at night following the June 12 kidney transplant. In 2023, Mcintosh learned he was suffering from amyloidosis, a rare disorder in bone marrow that can cause widespread organ damage. The incurable disease was...
More people exiting city homeless hotels to permanent housing than returning to street, data shows
For the first time, more people are exiting Denver’s All-In Mile High hotels and micro-communities to permanent housing than are returning to the streets. According to the All-In Mile High dashboard, 708 people have gone into permanent housing and 386 either have returned to the street or their whereabouts are unknown. City Council member Amanda Sawyer noted that at the last update given to the Housing, Safety, Education and Homelessness Committee, the numbers were reversed. More were ending up back on the street than exiting the sites into permanent housing. “Congratulations on finally flipping to the outcomes we need to see,” Sawyer told city Deputy Director of Homelessness Resolution Cole Chandler.
Former parental evaluator on Colorado child custody cases accused of faking degree
A former child and family investigator and parental evaluator who worked on child custody cases in Colorado for years was accused of using false credentials to get a state license as a psychologist, according to an indictment released to the public Tuesday.
Weekend things to do in Denver and beyond: Boo at the Zoo. Rodeo All-Star Weekend and more
Those huge lighted lantern sculptures have been so popular that Bright Nights at Four Mile Historic Park will be open for an extended weekend through Saturday. A great way to spend an evening in the delightful lights, 7 p.m. to midnight, 715 S. Forest St. $25, $15 for youngsters. So many photo possibilities in the crystal forest and with the dragon and the bears. Cocktails for the adults. fourmilepark.ticketing.veevartapp.com.
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.