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Strong to severe storms possible this weekend
(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — Chances for showers and storms are expected to increase this weekend with plenty of moisture available. Strong to severe storms will also be possible. As of Friday, models still disagree on the extent of our severe weather chances, but the signal is strong enough to at least start planning. The main threats […]
Man facing federal charges in Costilla Street explosion
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A man who allegedly built an improvised balloon to deliver an explosive device that damaged numerous buildings east of Downtown Colorado Springs in January is now facing federal charges, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD). 69-year-old Edward Kiley was arrested on Jan. 23, 2024 after he was identified as a […]
Pueblo police respond to man with machete, find suspect passed out
A suspect who chased and threatened a victim with a machete before barricading himself inside the victim's home was taken into custody by the Pueblo Police Department's SWAT team after they found him passed out.
Father arrested in child homicide case from 2021
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) made an arrest on Friday, June 28, for a 2021 case involving a child homicide. On May 26, 2021, CSPD’s Crimes Against Children Unit was notified by a Colorado Springs hospital of a severely injured infant who was under three months of age and had been […]
13-year-old honored for stopping car during medical emergency
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — On Friday, June 28, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPSO) honored a 13-year-old boy whose brave actions saved his mother and himself. On April 13, 2024, Jennifer Miller experienced a medical emergency as she was driving on I-25 with her 13-year-old son, Perignon. She became unable to drive, but their car […]
DA: Officers’ use of force in January shooting justified
(EL PASO COUNTY, Colo.) — The 4th Judicial District Attorney’s (DA) Office has ruled the use of deadly force by six members of law enforcement during an incident in Security-Widefield in January of 2024, justified. While the suspect, 51-year-old Christopher Fraijo, was only carrying a BB gun and not a real firearm, the gun’s resemblance […]
ASCEND Music & Motorsports Festival on July 4-6!
(SPONSORED) — Colorado’s premier cultural music and motorsport venue located in Fountain, Colorado is back hosting the Ascend Festival 2024 for its second year. Festival Marketing Director Rachel Tucker joined Loving Living Local host Nova to chat more about the event which is coming up on July 4-6 2024. The festival will feature lots of […]
Friday Feelz with singer-songwriter Amanda Hawkins
(COLORADO) — Singer-songwriter Amanda Hawkins was this week’s Friday Feelz music guest on Loving Living Local. Amanda who is a Colorado native also performs the National Anthem before each Colorado Avalanche game at the ball arena and will be back doing that next season. Amanda is currently recording and writing a new album which will […]
Dazed Creations to serve up ice-cold treats at Ascend Festival
(SPONSORED) — Dazed Creations will be serving up ice-cold treats at the Ascend Music & Motorsports Festival coming to the Pikes Peak International Raceway (PPIR) from July 4-6, celebrating the 4th of July with a bang! Being a 719 local brand, Dazed Creations understands Motorsports is the beating heart of this community. PPIR has given many enthusiasts, […]
Oak Ridge Fire: How to reduce fire risk to your home
(PUEBLO/CUSTER COUNTIES, Colo.) — Oak Ridge Fire crews want the community to know how to prepare their homes for wildfires and how to reduce wildfire risks, On a Facebook post, crews offered information called ‘The Home Ignition Zone‘ by the Colorado State Forest Service on how to mitigate your property. Some practices one can do […]
WATCH: International program at Otero College
(LA JUNTA, Colo.) — Otero College not only offers an array of different degrees but also a rich, cultural environment for students. Maureen Rikhof, Director of International Programs at Otero College chatted live with Abbie Burke and Craig Coffey on Friday morning, June 28 about how international students make their way down to the college […]
HSPPR: What to do when a wild animal needs help
(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) said its office cannot help wildlife and instead offered other organizations that can. HSPPR said it is not licensed to accept wildlife, including deer, raccoons, squirrels, skunks, and other non-domestic animals. For help with wildlife HSPPR recommends you contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife […]
Two caught, including 12-year-old, in vehicle burglary
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPSO) announced on Friday, June 28 that it arrested a suspect involved in a series of vehicle burglaries earlier this month. On June 26 at approximately 3 a.m., the EPSO Communication Center received a call regarding a business alarm from Springs Armory on Waynoka Road. When […]
Learn about Career programs at Otero College
(LA JUNTA, Colo.) — FOX21 was live on Friday, June 28 for We Are Southeast Colorado at Otero College in La Junta. Abbie Burke and Craig Coffey interviewed Otero College’s Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs Chelsea Herasingh about Career in Technical Education. “We have over 20 transfer degree programs here in associative arts and […]
Vollmer Road closure, construction work starting July 1
(EL PASO COUNTY, Colo.) — Starting Monday, July 1, El Paso County will begin construction on Vollmer Road to remove a section of the existing roadway and widen the road. Construction on Vollmer Road at Hardin Road will add left turn lanes at this intersection. The road work will be completed in two phases (north […]
El Paso County offices closed for 4th of July holiday
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The El Paso County administrative and elected administrative offices and affiliated agencies will be closed on Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The closures include: All other offices, other than those mentioned above, will return to regular business hours on Friday, July 5.
UPDATE: Oak Ridge Fire crews on access to community information
UPDATE: FRIDAY 6/28/2024 8:06 p.m. (PUEBLO/CUSTER COUNTIES, Colo.) — The Oak Ridge Fire has increased to 1,147 acres, according to an update on the Oak Ridge Fire Facebook page. UPDATE: FRIDAY 6/28/2024 4:38 p.m. Individuals can now sign up to receive daily messages on firefighting efforts and updates. Don’t miss any new information, to receive […]
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