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Aurora 911 now partners with virtual medical care for non-emergency calls
New ‘diverging diamond interchange’ opens in Aurora at I-70, Picadilly Road
Second suspect charged in fatal Aurora street-racing crash last November
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Metro Aurora
Colorado’s aerospace economy gets boost from turn-around NASA funding
“The aerospace industry is one of the core pillars of Colorado’s economy.”
Presidents Day 2026: Schools, banks and many government offices closed today
Aurora schools and most government offices join state and federal government closures today
SWAT unit takes man, 65, into custody after Heather Gardens shooting in Aurora
“SWAT Team officers were eventually able to make contact with the person involved and safely take him into custody.”
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Sentinel Magazine
Photos of dogs in their costumes as pet lovers kick off Carnival
This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.
Opinion
Toon in Tuesday
A look at the world on Tuesday through the eyes of political cartoonists from across the globe
Sentinel E-ditions
Sentinel in print this week
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Sentinel Blogs
CITY DESK: Capitol idea — Sheriff’s Sojourn 250 to honor flag, nation
Sheriffs from across the state will offer US Flag ceremony at the State Capitol
Nation and World
A look at false claims made by the Trump administration as it revokes a key scientific finding
Here’s a closer look at the facts.
Colorado & region
Democrats propose bill to decriminalize prostitution, soliciting, in Colorado
“I don’t think this is something that we should shy away from because it’s uncomfortable.” –
Pro and College Sports
The cameraman who skates backward to capture Olympic triumph and defeat
“To be the first person out on the ice at the end of their performance is such a privilege, and I definitely want them to feel their feelings,” Cowan said in an interview before the pairs short program on Sunday. “The ice is a sacred place for a skater.”
SENTINEL PREPS
Aurora prep sports schedule, 2.17.26
The Aurora prep sports schedule for Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, includes competition for Aurora area teams in boys and girls basketball and girls swimming.