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Family struggled to locate Aurora ICE detainee from Washington released into the wrong state
Sentinel Colorado wins state journalism awards for public service, social justice, editorials
Colorado River District warns of unequal impacts from new conservation program
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Metro Aurora
One Tech Tip: How to keep your child’s tablets, laptops from becoming distractions from schoolwork
Parents can help children stay focused on schoolwork by utilizing device settings like Do Not Disturb, establishing routines, and teaching self-management techniques to minimize digital distractions.
SENTINEL MUSE: Aurora Pride festival leads a busy weekend of shows, fun and events
Your guide to what’s up, what’s fun and what’s on in and around Aurora this weekend and beyond
Colorado school chronic absenteeism drops to 27.5%, but remains above pre-pandemic level
In Aurora, the chronic absenteeism rate was 38.5% for Aurora Public schools, down 0.4%; in Cherry Creek schools, the chronic absenteeism rate was 22.3%, down 3%
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
‘Dear You,’ a migration tale shot in a southern Chinese dialect, gets buzz abroad
The Teochew-language film “Dear You” has become China’s second-highest-grossing movie of the year and is set to expand its reach through an international release following success in several Southeast Asian countries.
Opinion
Toon in Friday
A look at the world on Friday through the eyes of political cartoonists from across the globe
Sentinel E-ditions
Sentinel in print this week
Missed our print edition? Click here to see a full-feature digital edition, loaded with ways to explore the paper. If you’d like to see back issues, click here.
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
Six months on, the Iran war has changed the Middle East, but not in the way its architects had hoped
Six months after a joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran, the Middle East faces increased regional volatility characterized by a hardened Iranian regime, strained Gulf security alliances, and growing diplomatic isolation for Israel.
Colorado & region
Colorado River District warns of unequal impacts from new conservation program
“They don’t want Front Range urban growth to be fueled by water cuts west of the Continental Divide”
Pro and College Sports
Olson delivers walk-off single in 10th as Braves outlast Rockies 3-2 for 7th consecutive win
Matt Olson’s single past first base drove in Brewer Hicklen with the winning run in the 10th inning and the Atlanta Braves recovered after losing an early lead to beat the Colorado Rockies 3-2 Sunday for their seventh straight win.
SENTINEL PREPS
Football: Aurora’s 2026 Week 1 results
Full results and highlights for Aurora teams in Week 1 of the 2026 prep football season, which concluded Saturday.

