Voters in Colorado's third-largest city will decide Tuesday who will fill five open seats on the Aurora City Council. The outcome could solidify the council's conservative majority amid ongoing debates over crime, homelessness and housing.

The council, which has shifted from progressive control to a more conservative stance in recent years, includes 10 members plus the mayor. With five seats up for grabs, including two at-large positions, CBS Colorado political analysts say the outcome could determine the city's policy direction for years to come.

"The conservative constituencies have been very successful," said Democratic analyst Mike Dino. "And in this election, it looks like they've got the upper hand again."

Twelve candidates are running in the municipal election, which comes as

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