Families size down as Christmas tree prices rise
As wallets recover from Thanksgiving groceries, another holiday staple is set to break budgets. The price of Christmas trees is up, and Colorado families are prepared to downsize their traditions.
Aurora shoppers say Black Friday deals just aren't worth the brawl anymore
Despite strapped budgets, holiday sales this year are expected to soar. According to the National Retail Federation, an estimated 182 million people are planning to shop in-store and online from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday. It's the highest estimate since NRF began tracking this data in 2017.
Multicultural Thanksgiving brings community together with cuisine
Hundreds gathered at the Assumption of the Theotokos Cathedral for a feast with flavors from all over the world. The African Community Center of Denver hosted a multicultural community dinner to welcome newcomer refugees to their first Thanksgiving.
Shortfall in marijuana sales tax revenue in will impact Aurora homeless
Part of the city's marijuana sales tax revenue is used to fund homeless services. According to the city of Aurora, marijuana funds available to homelessness services agencies dropped from $3.9 million for 2023 to $1.4 million to 2024.
Aurora police officers will face trial for excessive use of force against protesters
Three Aurora police officers and the city of Aurora will face trial for violating the constitutional rights of two men during 2020 protests in Denver. Officers deployed projectiles, flash-bang grenades, chemical weapons, and other less-lethal weapons against peaceful protesters.
Parents demand action after a racist video circulated around middle school
Parents are demanding action after a racist video circulated around West Middle School in Greenwood Village.
City of Aurora will use student data to curb youth violence
The City of Aurora will use student data and information from local schools to help curb violence and support at-risk youth.
Scholarship brings maternal care to Colorado's rural areas
Colorado has some of the country's leading hospitals, but there are 13 counties that don't have a hospital at all. Rural hospitals have struggled to keep maternity care services available due to cost.
Aurora police officer on trial for death of Elijah McClain takes stand
An Aurora Police officer on trial for the death of Elijah McClain took the stand on Wednesday. Suspended Officer Nathan Woodyard is charged with reckless manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide.
Aurora rec center hosts inclusive Halloween party
In 2018, Sebian Holiday passed away at the age of 16. He suffered from scoliosis and had limited control of his body, but his mind never suffered. Doctors said he wouldn't live past the age of 9, but not only did he overcome that expectation, he left behind a legacy.
Volunteers needed for Aurora's Snow Busters program
Aurora has a program that pairs volunteer Snow Busters with neighbors who have limited financial resources and are incapable of shoveling their own sidewalks.
Aurora mobile preschool honored by city, aims to expand
As Colorado families and pre-K providers work to navigate changes to early education, an Aurora preschool is honored for its dedication to learning. You won't find a building address for the award-winning school, as it's located inside a bus.
Aurora Fire taking "right-sizes" approach to 911 calls
Aurora Fire Rescue responded to 57,000 calls last year alone. This week AFR is beginning a tiered response approach to how resources are dispatched for emergency medical calls.
Money from Nuggets playoff run funds outdoor court for kids
The excitement of the Denver Nuggets' championship has dribbled down to a nearby Boys & Girls Club. Dozens of children experienced the basketball fanfare they saw on TV in their backyard Friday. Money earned from the pro team's win will impact Denver kids for years to come.
Group aims to increase East Colfax voter turnout
A group in Aurora is encouraging residents along East Colfax to vote in the upcoming election. Ward 1 is one of the most diverse areas in the country with more than 120 languages represented, and it has one of the lowest voter turnouts in the state.