One too many? Aurora PD will get you home safe this weekend
If you spot a vehicle that's half police cruiser, half taxi, the passengers inside are getting home safe. The Aurora Police Department is offering free rides after a night of drinking.
APD invites public to training academy as hiring struggles continue
Currently short about 65 officers, last year the APD could only hire 17. Now they're inviting the public to train.
Rep. Diana DeGette aims to improve air quality in underserved areas
A Colorado congresswoman visited a Denver neighborhood in pursuit of environmental justice.
Aurora narrows down ideas for repurposing closing elementary schools
Aurora Public Schools will soon hear presentations from finalists looking to repurpose two of the district's closing elementary schools.
Nonprofit levels playing field for Denver youth in competitive sports
Chance Sports is a scholarship organization that offers assistance to talented young athletes from low-income families.
City of Aurora targets young offenders to curb ongoing violence
The City of Aurora is taking a new approach to curbing youth violence. In a few months, they'll seek out a group of young offenders and work with them and their families to put them on a better path.
Denver's Shared Streets returning as city asks for input
During the COVID shutdown, Denver's Department of Transportation and Infrastructure established 11 temporary Shared Streets to create space for residents to walk and recreate outdoors.
Aurora puts $3.8 million refund from Broncos toward youth programs
The sale of the Denver Broncos resulted in a $41 million refund to metro area cities and counties that helped fund the stadium. In Aurora, the millions spent on kickoffs are going back to kids.
APD increases lights and sirens, pursues more "bad guys"
Colorado continues to lead the nation in motor vehicle theft. Aurora police will soon start a new approach that Interim Chief Art Acevedo hopes will not only reduce car theft but stop other crimes.
Abandoned building turned art studio hosts local talent in Aurora
An abandoned building that operated as a liquor store for decades has been repurposed. The new East Colfax Art Gallery & Studio celebrates creativity in the neighborhood while giving local artists a place to shine.
Asian Food Week celebrates community, cuisine and culture
Food lovers can experience new Asian dishes while getting perks like discounts and access to secret menu items.
East High School students to demand more safety after student shot
The students we met say that East High School doesn't go a month without some type of lockdown or threat to their safety. The pair addressed Denver City Council during Tuesday's public comment session.
Community rallies around Jewish students after antisemitic incidents
Dozens of students and faculty members joined on campus on Friday to pray, sing and drive out darkness with light.
Aurora brings library to neighborhoods with Bookmobile
When a fire broke out at South Junior High School in 1971, the Bookmobile served the school for five weeks. A second Bookmobile was purchased in the early 70s, which expanded its reach.
Aurora arts magnet school celebrates $20 million renovation
At the Charles Burrell Visual & Performing Arts Campus, students are being prepared to pursue creative careers and college degrees. APS welcomed families Wednesday to celebrate the campus's $20 million renovation.