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Aurora City Council delays vote on so-called socioeconomic impact business permits
Colorado investigates potential deepfake law violation in election video
New Aurora housing project aims to bridge gap in mental health services
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Metro Aurora
Proposal to limit ‘socioeconomic impact’ business density returns to Aurora City Council
The proposal targets vape and smoke shops, pawnshops and second-hand buyers, check-cashing businesses, cannabis dispensaries, liquor stores and extended-occupancy motels.
How to help your kids make friends at a new school
Experts and students offer advice for helping children and teenagers navigate the challenges of making new friends while transitioning to new schools.
Schools are starting to teach AI literacy. For many, that means helping kids see chatbots’ flaws
As the new school year begins, educators across the United States are shifting from banning artificial intelligence to implementing comprehensive AI literacy programs designed to help students navigate the technology’s limitations and ethical challenges.
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
Preservationists are working to extend the life of a rare Revolutionary War ‘witness tree’
Preservationists are working to save a historic “witness tree” that stood through the Battle of Eutaw Springs by replacing old supporting chains and cables that were choking the oak.
Opinion
GANDELMAN: Former Trumper Tucker Carlson has become a threat to Trump and the GOP
Carlson may threaten Republicans by encouraging disillusioned voters to stay home or support third parties.
Sentinel E-ditions
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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
Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms
The court ruled that states lacked the legal standing to challenge the restrictive voting order.
Colorado & region
Colorado investigates potential deepfake law violation in election video
“The bottom line is simple: it is disturbing and wrong to use a deepfake, AI-generated video of someone without their consent,” — Cathy Kipp
Pro and College Sports
Deion Sanders says subpoena in son Shilo’s bankruptcy case not a distraction ahead of season opener
When you have ‘it,’ when you’re ‘him,’ you get sued. — Deion Sanders
SENTINEL PREPS
Aurora prep sports schedule, 8.25.26
The Aurora prep sports schedule for Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, includes competition for Aurora area teams in girls volleyball, boys soccer, softball, girls flag football, boys tennis and boys golf.

