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SENTINEL MUSE: Spend part of Labor Day checking out the real thing at the Gully House
Man injured in shooting during dispute at condemned northwest Aurora apartment
Aurora teacher Viviana Martinez named Colorado Teacher of the Year finalist
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Metro Aurora
As Pell grants expand, students see openings to afford short-term job training
The U.S. government is expanding eligibility for Pell grants to include short-term job training programs through the new Workforce Pell initiative, though widespread implementation faces administrative hurdles and debate over long-term economic outcomes.
Family files civil rights lawsuit against Aurora, officer over fatal shooting of Rajon Belt-Stubblefield
Attorney Ben Crump called for “full justice, not partial justice” for Belt-Stubblefield and his family.
Aurora launches ‘Aurora Rides,’ free on-demand microtransit for adults 60 and older
The grant-funded pilot program will serve adults aged sixty and older within specific service areas.
SPONSORED CONTENT FROM THE COLOR OF FASHION: A look at how a non-profit group is leading the local look
THE LOCAL LOOK: Talent and Community of Color of Fashion Is About People and Purpose
THE LOCAL LOOK: More Than a Runway, A Movement Creating Opportunity
THE LOCAL LOOK: Friends of Aama Brings Fashion, Culture, and Community Together
THE LOCAL LOOK: Color of Fashion Sets the Standard for Fashion Without Limits
Aurora Generations
3 big questions to ask your aging parents
Eldercare attorney Harry Margolis recommends starting conversations about finances, end-of-life plans, and housing safety with parents around age 75 to ensure their needs are met as they age.
Sentinel Magazine
Rome mounts a crackdown on golf carts that are increasingly popular with tourists
Rome officials are moving to regulate the growing number of tourist golf carts in the historic center to address concerns regarding illegal parking, traffic congestion, and overtourism.
Opinion
Toon in Friday
A look at the world on Friday through the eyes of political cartoonists from across the globe
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Sentinel Blogs
Aurora Sports Notebook: Grandview grad Kevin Gausman traded to Chicago Cubs near deadline
News and notes about current or former Aurora prep sports, athletes and coaches from Sports Editor Courtney Oakes.
Nation and World
Midterm mail ballots start to go to voters as litigation over Trump’s order creates uncertainty
As statewide mail voting begins in North Carolina, election officials are navigating legal challenges to President Trump’s executive order and addressing concerns over potential Postal Service disruptions.
Colorado & region
Colorado sues Trump administration over Medicaid gender-affirming care ban
Parents, in consultation with trusted medical providers, know what is best for their children, not federal political appointees in Washington. — Phil Weiser
Pro and College Sports
Colorado QB Julian Lewis leads touchdown drive with 42 seconds left in 14-13 win over Georgia Tech
“He took advantage of the moment.” — Deion Sanders
SENTINEL PREPS
Football: 2026 Aurora Week 2 scoreboard, schedule
Scoreboard and schedule for Aurora area teams in Week 2 of the 2026 prep football season, which concludes Saturday.

