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$200,000 treasure ‘genie wish lamp’ found in Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - If you want to find treasure in Colorado in 2024, turn to the breakfast menu. A family from Severance (Colo) spent weeks participating in a new real-world treasure-hunting platform that promises huge prizes. Their clever, hard work and long scavenger hunts proved worthwhile, discovering a $200,000 genie “wish lamp” in The post $200,000 treasure ‘genie wish lamp’ found in Colorado Springs appeared first on KRDO.
Colorado Springs named a 2026 Census test site
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - The U.S. Census Bureau announced the sites for the 2026 Census Test, the first of two major on-the-ground tests planned in preparation for the 2030 Census, according to the United States Census Bureau (USCB) The USCB says that the 2026 Census Test will evaluate the viability of innovations and enhancements The post Colorado Springs named a 2026 Census test site appeared first on KRDO.
Colorado Springs ranks fifth for speedsters
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A recent study by LendingTree found that Colorado Springs is fifth for the highest rate of speeders in the United States. LendingTree said the study found there were 7.92 speeding incidents per 1,000 drivers in Colorado Springs. LendingTree concluded this by analyzing tens of millions of insurance quotes from LendingTree from June […]
Patients of Colorado Springs fertility clinic share experiences about alleged unqualified nurse
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - After a Colorado Springs fertility clinic has been accused of employing a nurse who is performing procedures without the proper certifications, patients of that facility are sharing their experiences with KRDO13 Investigates. On July 9, 2024, the Colorado State Nursing Board issued a cease and desist letter to nurse practitioner, The post Patients of Colorado Springs fertility clinic share experiences about alleged unqualified nurse appeared first on KRDO.
Colorado Has Two of the Smartest Cities in the Country
Coloradans may have a reason to feel a bit smarter than the rest of the country. Compared to the rest of the country, Colorado ranks as the fifth best state in terms of education according to U.S. News. They ranked us at 12th for Pre-K-12 education, and then 4th in...
“A Bus for Us” will help Colorado Springs families enroll their children
COLORADO SPRINGS, Color. (KRDO)- It may be hard to believe for many of us, but school is set to start in just a few weeks. One local organization is rolling out a new bus that they hope will make the enrollment process easier for students and parents in Colorado Springs. It hits the streets on Monday as part of the Harrison D2 Kindergarten Sign-Up Day.
Hundreds of military children get free school supplies in Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Hundreds of military families are getting some help ahead of the school year. On Saturday, Operation Homefront handed out 400 backpacks filled with school supplies as part of their 17th annual Back-To-School Brigade. It was one of dozens of events across the country, aimed at helping tens of thousands of families.
Food truck rallies to check out this summer around Colorado Springs
For the times you can't decide on what to eat, food truck rallies have you covered with tons of tasty options. Whether you're craving a feast, a snack, or a sweet treat, these culinary delights on wheels are worth checking out. Here are six free food truck rallies happening around...
Colorado Springs residents react to news of Biden's withdrawal from race
Reaction was swift from Colorado Springs residents following the news that President Joe Biden is withdrawing from the presidential race. Biden, 81, will be the first sitting U.S. president not to seek reelection in 56 years. Lyndon B. Johnson stepped aside a few months before the 1968 election. Supporters of...
'Complex' wastewater system expansion will support Colorado Springs' continued growth: Utilities
A massive six-year project will expand Colorado Springs Utilities' eastern wastewater system, helping support continued growth on the city's east side, officials said last week. Crews will construct about 18 miles of large new wastewater pipe, between 24 and 48 inches in diameter, and two new lift stations that will...
Colorado Springs Fire Department launches project to distribute free Narcan
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Free Narcan will soon be available to Colorado Springs residents in need. The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) is launching their "Narcan Leave Behind Project," made possible through the Colorado Naloxone Bulk Purchase Fund Opportunity. The grant gifted over 1,000 doses of Naloxone, commonly...
Tallest buildings at Drake Power Plant site demolished
Excavators on Friday rolled through hulking piles of rubble, splintered wood and columns of steam now marking the site of the former. , where the tallest structures have been taken down to ground level, including the epochal smokestacks that once peppered the. Colorado Springs. skyline. Crews with. Ohio. -based Independence...
Colorado health officials reminding public to beware of toxic algae in lakes
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - State health officials are warning the public about a danger that could be lurking in our bodies of water. Toxic algae, also known as blue-green algae, thrives in warm, standing or slowly moving waters -- or in other words, lakes and reservoirs in the summer in Colorado.
CDOT hosting Traffic Safety Summit in downtown Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - The Colorado Department of Transportation said last year was a record high for pedestrian and bicycle deaths in Colorado. CDOT is holding the summit on Monday and Tuesday at the Antlers Wyndham Hotel in downtown Colorado Springs. The Safety Summit aims to educate Colorado citizens...
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