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Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Here’s where things stand after a tentative, 2-week Iran ceasefire took effect

There are vast differences between Trump and Iran’s surviving leaders.

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Trump is expected to meet NATO leader Rutte as he muses about pulling out of the military alliance

The Republican president had a warm relationship with Rutte.

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Colorado advocacy group says Sen. Michael Bennet backed out of governor forum to avoid Gaza questions

U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet backed out of a forum hosted by Colorado Muslims because he didn’t want to address questions about Gaza, organizers said. His campaign disputed that characterization.

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US, Israel and Iran agree to a 2-week ceasefire but much remains unclear and some attacks continue

Even before the new strikes were reported, much about the deal was unclear.

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Lakewood voters reverse city’s rezoning effort in special election on housing density

The special election vote strikes a blow against those who have been pushing for more density in Lakewood in the hopes of increasing housing supply, lowering home prices.

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Aurora, Arvada are latest cities to declare Stage 1 drought restrictions on outdoor watering

“We are asking our Aurora community to come together and help us achieve this 20% (reduction) by taking water restrictions seriously,” said Marshall Brown, Aurora Water’s general manager.

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Pope says Trump’s threat to destroy Iranian civilization is ‘unacceptable’

Leo urged Americans to contact political leaders to demand they reject war, work for peace.