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Oak Ridge Fire grows in size, residents under pre-evacuation notice
UPDATE: MONDAY 6/24/2024 2:07 p.m. (PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo.) — THE USFS reported the Oak Ridge Fire in Pueblo County has grown to 30 acres. According to the USFS, additional air resources have been ordered. Residents in Middle Creek Canyon are under a pre-evacuation notice. The USFS is advising the community to be ready to leave […]
CSPD: Two unrelated carjackings on same morning
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — According to the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD), two unrelated carjackings happened before noon on Saturday, June 22, one with a knife, and the other with pepper spray. The first carjacking happened in a parking lot in the 7700 block of North Academy Boulevard, near Briargate Boulevard around 8:30 a.m. According to […]
PHOTOS: CSFD pulls kitten out of storm drain
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Everyone grows up hearing about the fire department showing up to rescue a cat from a tree, but does that really happen? The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) shared a heartwarming post that proved that, while it didn’t involve a tree, fire crews are willing to go the extra mile to save […]
Driver veers into oncoming lane, causing crash on Murray
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Around 10:45 p.m. on Friday, June 21, the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) responded to a two-vehicle crash on North Murray Boulevard, resulting from a vehicle veering into the oncoming lanes. According to CSPD, the investigation revealed that a Nissan SUV was driving northbound on Murray when the vehicle veered into oncoming […]
D60 Superintendent retires after 30 years
(PUEBLO, Colo.) — Pueblo’s District 60 Superintendent, Charlotte Macaluso, concluded her final day at the D60 Administration office on Thursday, June 20 after a three-decade career with the district. Macaluso was joined by her husband, family members, and D60 employees for her final “clap out,” organized by D60 educator, Jeri Lane. “Charlotte has had such […]
What to expect on Election Day, June 25
(EL PASO COUNTY, Colo.) — With just days to go before the Primary Election, the last day to mail in your ballot has passed, leaving 24-hour drop boxes and in-person voting as the remaining options to cast your vote. Six in-person voting centers will open on Saturday, June 22 from 8 a.m. to noon. On […]
Catalyst Campus receives grant for aerospace innovation
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Catalyst Campus for Technology and Innovation was approved to receive a Collaborative Infrastructure Grant. The Catalyst campus was approved to receive a $999,798 grant through the Advanced Industries Accelerator program. “Colorado innovation centers play a key role in accelerating technology and provide small, innovative businesses a place to bring new solutions […]
Victim of fatal stabbing identified, no suspect caught
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) has released the identity of the man killed in a stabbing near Remington Park on the city’s east side on Monday, June 17. According to CSPD, 24-year-old Tadeo Francisco Villavicencio-Ramirez died of stab wounds he sustained during a large fight in the 3100 block of Heather […]
TED Talk speaker to discuss AI’s effect on humanity at CSU Pueblo
(PUEBLO, Colo.) — CSU Pueblo will host a special guest on Wednesday, June 26 who will discuss the implications of AI on humanity. TED Speaker and author Erika Twani is set to share and challenge conventional wisdom on artificial intelligence at CSU Pueblo. Twani argues that AI could be the key to unlocking human potential. […]
Endangered 14-year-old girl missing from southeast Springs
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) is asking the community to be on the lookout for an endangered 14-year-old girl who has been missing from the southeast side of Colorado Springs since Wednesday, June 12. CSPD said 14-year-old Aurora Buckman was reported missing on June 12, and was last seen in the […]
Peterson SFB gate reopened after inspection closure
(PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo.) — The Peterson Space Force Base (Peterson SFB) reopened its East Gate after restricting the area for a vehicle inspection on Friday afternoon, June 21. According to Peterson officials, a military dog alerted to one of the vehicles entering through the inspection area at the East Gate and led to […]
Local nonprofit provides home renovation for Army Veteran
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The local nonprofit organization, Rebuilding Together Colorado, is teaming up with a community partner to renovate the home of Christopher Brown, an Army Veteran. The home renovation will happen on Friday, June 21. Brown’s wife, Sara, uses a walker and wheelchair. Their home needs renovations to make it safer and more comfortable […]
PPIHC holds Fan Fest in downtown Colorado Springs
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) is holding Fan Fest in downtown Colorado Springs on Friday, June 21 for its 102nd running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Fan Fest will feature Freestyle Motorcross shows, the opportunity for autographs with PPIHC competitors, and a Hill Climb Hero Beer Garden with […]
Airport Road closing June 24 for emergency repairs
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Starting Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28, Airport Road will close at South Academy Boulevard for emergency repairs. Colorado Springs Utilities’ crews will complete repairs to mitigate the early stage of a sinkhole. All business entrances will remain open and accessible throughout this work. Drivers should expect delays and use alternative […]
Phil Long Ford celebrates completion of building remodel
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — On Saturday, June 22 Phil Long Ford of Chapel Hills located at 1565 Auto Mall Loop is inviting the public to stop by its newly redesigned dealership and updated amenities. Phil Long Ford said the dealership remodel was a $13 million three-phase project that was started in early 2022 and finished in […]
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