Tag: aurora
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Colorado Supreme Court holds municipal sentences may not be greater for identical state crimes
The Colorado Supreme Court ruled on Monday that municipalities may not subject defendants to sentences that are harsher under their own ordinances than for identical offenses under state law. In the Dec. 22 opinion, Chief Justice Monica M. Márquez noted localities are free to prosecute defendants in municipal court for crimes that could also be…
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An open-air art gallery: Hogan Park at Highlands Creek
Welcome to Hogan Park at Highlands Creek, a 100-acre space where plans call for a disc golf course, a zip line and a climbing wall. If that sounds like any number of new parks these days, take a closer look. Just off the paved trail winding through the park stands a polished steel sculpture of…
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A brief overview of The GEO Group v. Menocal, the class action out of Colorado about immigration detention
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of The GEO Group v. Menocal, which originated in Colorado. The arguments revolved around when appeals courts may review claims by federal contractors that they are immune from suit. Here are the basic points to know: What is the lawsuit about? The plaintiffs…
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Aurora police impound 1,500 cars under ‘3 strike’ rule, auction some off
Aurora has impounded more than 1,500 vehicles from owners who violated the “three strikes” rule — failure to provide valid license, registration and insurance — since the law passed last November, according police data. The law, which went into effect in November 2024, allows police to immediately seize cars from owners who can’t provide those…
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Success for Air Force QB Liam Szarka stemmed from competitive, supportive family in nearby Aurora
Liam Szarka’s growing list of achievements has become the surprise of Air Force’s season. His run of five consecutive 100-yard rushing games is a program record for a quarterback, topping Beau Morgan’s four. His is the longest active streak in college football. Szarka’s three consecutive games with 200 passing yards/100 rushing yards trails only the…
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Palmer Ridge softball advances to 4A semifinals after two victories in Aurora
AURORA – Never a dull moment with this Palmer Ridge softball squad. Seldom a doubt either. The Bears didn’t know when their 10.7 runs per game would materialize in the first round and quarterfinals Friday, but rest assured, Palmer Ridge players understood they’d come. Palmer Ridge used a five-run fourth inning in a 9-7 victory…
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Palmer Ridge softball advances to 4A semifinals after two victories in Aurora
AURORA – Never a dull moment with this Palmer Ridge softball squad. Seldom a doubt either. The Bears didn’t know when their 10.7 runs per game would materialize in the first round and quarterfinals Friday, but rest assured, Palmer Ridge players understood they’d come. Palmer Ridge used a five-run fourth inning in a 9-7 victory…
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Aurora man accused of sexually assaulting an infant sentenced to prison
The Aurora man arrested in September 2024 on suspicion of sexually assaulting an infant and possessing thousands of pieces of child pornography was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Friday. Aaron Mocalkins, 31, faced over 20 felony charges, including sexual exploitation of a child, sexual assault of a child, cruelty to animals and more.…
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State softball: Palmer Ridge, Cheyenne Mountain, Air Academy, Widefield, TCA prep for final tournament
Just two days remain in the prep softball season with one task for each team: capture the state title. Five Pikes Peak region schools advanced to the state tournament, which begins Friday at Aurora Sports Park in Aurora. Palmer Ridge, Cheyenne Mountain, Air Academy and Widefield all hope to reach the 4A finale. In 3A,…
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Widefield, TCA join state softball fray; four other Pikes Peak region teams conclude their seasons
Although Widefield lost its winning streak at regionals, the Gladiators remained poised. They finished 2-1 at 4A’s region 6 regional Saturday in Elizabeth to earn a spot in next week’s state playoffs in Aurora. Widefield was one of six Pikes Peak area schools in action Saturday and one of two teams to earn state berths…