Local Politics
Aurora City Council won’t ask voters this fall to boost pay for mayor, council members
The Aurora City Council on Monday shot down an opportunity to ask voters this fall...
Should Aurora give its mayor and City Council a major pay boost? Voters could weigh in.
This is City Council's first request for higher compensation in nearly eight years.
Douglas County voters defeat home-rule measure in lopsided outcome
Douglas County voters in a special election Tuesday soundly rejected a ballot measure that would...
Activist sues Aurora over City Council’s decision to end public comment at meetings over recurring protests
An activist and frequent protester at Aurora City Council meetings has filed a federal lawsuit,...
RTD director, under fire from majority of board, faces possible sanction for ‘unprofessional’ conduct
An RTD director could face disciplinary action after the chair of the 15-member board determined...
Aurora’s City Council decides to meet virtually — with no public comment — until shooting lawsuit is resolved
The Aurora City Council will meet virtually and do away with public comment sessions until...
As Douglas County’s home-rule election gets underway, the battle is already red hot. Here’s what’s at stake.
Tempers are rising in Douglas County, where an effort to seek home-rule authority is running...
Colorado increases number of young people who can be held in pre-trial detention in emergencies
The legislation also includes a body-worn camera pilot program for juvenile detention and commitment staff.
‘New Americans’ are winning elections in Colorado. Other immigrants want to follow suit.
What's happening in Colorado in part of a growing trend to incorporate more diverse perspectives...
Mountain View council removes member, accused of shooting teen, in special election Tuesday
A councilman from the Town of Mountain View was removed from his position in a special election...