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Aurora

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Transportation

What’s Up With the Hellish I-225 Corridor in Aurora?

By Hannah MetzgerNovember 28, 2025

A string of crashes sparked community concerns about the jumbled junction.

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Restaurants

Eat Up Havana: Singing the Praises of U&I BBQ & Karaoke’s Menu

By Antony BrunoNovember 26, 2025

It’s fair to call this a Chinese restaurant disguised as a karaoke bar.

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Performing Arts

Camp Christmas Expands Across Stanley Marketplace for 2025 Return

By Toni TrescaNovember 19, 2025

Lonnie Hanzon’s immersive holiday event is back, transforming the Stanley Marketplace into a sprawling (mostly free) holiday playground.

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Restaurants

Eat Up Havana: This Colombian Spot Is Gaining Fans Despite Google Reviews

By Antony BrunoNovember 19, 2025

This Aurora spot is winning diners over with sincerity and simplicity.

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Politics & Government

Aurora Residents Use Last Chance to Rip Into Outgoing Conservative Councilmembers

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 19, 2025

“You lost because of your racism. You lost because of your misogyny. And you lost because of your hatred. Also, your beard sucks.”

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Restaurants

Eat Up Havana: Pardon the Dust at Maandeeq Restaurant & Cafe

By Antony BrunoNovember 12, 2025

This East African staple in the midst of a much-needed renovation, but it still offers a hearty lunch.

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Restaurants

Buzzy Taqueria From Two Top Local Chefs Now Open

By Molly MartinNovember 11, 2025

Expect “scratch-made tortillas filled with heritage and heat.”

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Opinion | Reader Response

Reader: You Get What You Vote for, Ignorant Ones

By Patricia CalhounNovember 9, 2025

On Election Night, we watched as Person-to-Watch Danielle Jurinsky lost her seat on Aurora City Council and progressives took over.

Politics & Government

Aurora Ousts Danielle Jurinsky and the Council’s Conservative Majority

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 6, 2025

We named the controversial Aurora City Council rep a Person to Watch in 2025, and now you can watch her leave her seat.

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Aurora Postpones “Slumlord” Trial to 2026
Courts

Aurora Postpones “Slumlord” Trial to 2026

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 5, 2025

Before these apartment complexes were billed as Venezuelan gang strongholds, the city was citing the property manager.

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Restaurants

Eat Up Havana: Aurora Eatery Serves East African Specialties

By Antony BrunoNovember 5, 2025

This Somalian hole-in-the wall has been open for nearly twenty years.

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Opinion | Reader Response

Reader: What the Flock? These Cameras Are Such an Invasion of Privacy!

By Thomas MitchellNovember 2, 2025

Denver residents are keeping their eye on the Flock contract…and how it was extended.

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Bars & Breweries

Aurora Brewery Closing, Planning to Relocate After Two Decades

By Molly MartinOctober 30, 2025

“We’re filled with gratitude for the past and also excited for the future.”

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Restaurants

Eat Up Havana: This Year-Old Italian Joint Serves East Coast Favorites and More

By Antony BrunoOctober 29, 2025

“I wanted a small restaurant where a chef can really control the environment and the quality, and that’s what we are.”

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Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Six New Spots and One Comeback

By Molly MartinOctober 25, 2025

A trendy Mexican eatery has expanded to Central Park, while a popular Aurora bar has been resurrected by new owners.

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Crime & Police

Aurora Approves Controversial AI Facial Surveillance

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 24, 2025

Both Aurora and Denver opted into certain AI-powered police tech this week.

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Education

Aurora Public Schools Support Staff Losing Support for Union Efforts

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 22, 2025

Cafeteria workers, secretaries and preschool teachers want the right to unionize, but their cause is losing steam.

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Bars & Breweries

Eat Up Havana: +57 Brings An Unapologetic Taste of Colombia and Venezuela

By Antony BrunoOctober 22, 2025

From the food, to the drinks, to the entertainment, this Aurora spot aims to be a home away from home.

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Politics & Government

Aurora Election 2025: Conservatives Look to Expand Council Majority

By Chase Woodruff, Colorado NewslineOctober 14, 2025

Voters will weigh in on five citywide ballot questions and several councilmembers this November.

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Politics & Government

As Aurora “Slumlord” Nears Trial, Former Properties See New Life

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 9, 2025

Apartment complexes formerly owned by CBZ Management welcome new tenants while prosecutors prepare for a trial in November.

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Restaurants

Eat Up Havana: Dig Into the Massive Menu at This Mexican Spot

By Antony BrunoOctober 8, 2025

There’s a little something for everyone, but the house specials steal the show.

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Politics & Government

Aurora Tried to Redirect Panhandling Donations to a City-Run Charity. Three Years Later, How’s That Going?

By Bennito L. KeltyOctober 6, 2025

Data from the city suggests the campaign is struggling to create significant change.

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