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DOLA awards affordable housing units and down payment assistance
(COLORADO) — The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) voted, approved, and awarded several million through the Division of Housing’s State Housing Board. To address the needs of an ever-changing population, DOLA awarded $16,050,000 for 465 additional affordable housing units and $2,388,000 in down payment assistance to an estimated 80 households across the state. Affordable Housing […]
Garden of the Gods in top 100 Memorial Day destinations
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A recent survey asked 3,000 families where they would most like to spend Memorial Day, and two locations in Colorado made the top 100, including Garden of the Gods Park right here in Southern Colorado. Typically marking the kickoff of summer fun, Memorial Day activities are often enjoyed outdoors, making the stunning […]
15-year-old indigenous girl last seen in Cimarron Hills
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A 15-year-old indigenous girl is missing from Colorado Springs, according to a Missing Indigenous Person Alert sent out by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. Leah Black was last seen on the evening of Wednesday, May 15 around Constitution Avenue and Marksheffel Road, wearing black pajama pants, a black hoodie, and white ‘Crocs’ […]
Missed the northern lights? Planets to align in the sky this summer
NEW YORK (PIX11) – A rare celestial event is set to grace the sky next month and you won’t need special glasses or an exact location to see it. A large planetary alignment, known as a planet parade, will be mostly visible to the naked eye just before dawn on June 3. Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, […]
CDOT prepares for 100 deadliest days of summer
(COLORADO) — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is urging drivers to travel safely this summer as warm weather and summer festivities have begun. Memorial Day marks the start of the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer–the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day historically sees a spike in fatal crashes. Between 2019 and 2023, there […]
PPD arrests six-time felon found with gun and body armor
(PUEBLO, Colo.) — A wanted felon was arrested in Pueblo last week after he tried to run away from police, and was later found in possession of weapons and body armor. According to the Pueblo Police Department (PPD), around 5:45 p.m. on Friday, May 10, PPD detectives encountered a man in the area of Lake […]
DEA’s operation targets fentanyl cartels’ finances
(COLORADO) — The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) launched an operation during the week of Monday, May 13 targeting cartels distributing fentanyl. The DEA Rocky Mountain Field Division comprised of Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and Montana launched “Operation Cash Out,” an operation that focused on cartels’ money. The fentanyl trade is estimated to be a multi-billion-dollar enterprise […]
Republican candidates for Colorado’s Congressional District 5 to debate on May 16
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — On Thursday, May 16 the Lincoln Club of Colorado along with AM 1460/FM 101.1 The Answer, will host a debate between Republican candidates for Colorado’s Congressional District 5 (CD5) seat. CD5 was held by Congressman Doug Lamborn for 17 years before he announced he would not be running for reelection in early […]
Local company celebrates 25 years of restoration services
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A local company dedicated to helping people recover from unexpected disasters celebrated its 25th anniversary on Tuesday, May 14. CC Restoration specializes in professional cleaning for homes and businesses affected by fire, water, mold damage, biohazards, and crime scenes. CC Restoration is a family-run business passionate about making professional cleaning and restoration […]
Slice 420 teams up with Rise As Lions to support mental health and addiction recovery
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — May is Mental Health Awareness Month and a popular pizza joint is partnering with a local organization to help those struggling with mental health, addiction, or thoughts of suicide. Slice 420 is now serving the “Recovery Rebels Pizza” and $1 from each pizza sold will go to the organization Rise As Lions, whose mission […]
Urgent search continues for missing hiker in RMNP
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Search and Rescue (SAR) crews continue their search in Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) for 23-year-old Lucas Macaj of Colorado Springs who was hiking Longs Peak on Sunday, May 12, and is now missing. According to RMNP, on Wednesday, May 15, SAR crews skied into Hunter’s Creek to the base of Keplinger’s […]
Road closure: Paint spill shuts down portion of East Fountain and South Union Boulevard intersection
A large paint spill from a crash has closed a portion of the intersection of East Fountain and South Union Boulevards, causing road closures and requiring drivers to use alternate routes.
UPDATE: Fountain Walmart evacuated Wednesday, minor arrested
UPDATE: THURSDAY 5/16/2024 9:40 a.m. (FOUNTAIN, Colo.) — The Fountain Police Department (FPD) said a minor was taken into custody, and a second person involved was detained and released. According to FPD, officers have not been able to find the third suspect. ORIGINAL STORY: Fountain Walmart evacuated, large police presence WEDNESDAY 5/15/2024 10:12 p.m. The […]
Groundbreaking held for new north side fire station
(COLORADO SPRINGS)– Providing better emergency services in the growing area of northern Colorado Springs–that’s what the Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) hopes to dowith a new fire station that broke ground off Interquest Parkway on Wednesday, May 15. The closest fire stations in the area are currently Station 22 near Northgate and Station 19 in […]
Missing Colorado Springs senior last seen in Castle Rock
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A 65-year-old man is missing from Colorado Springs. He was last seen driving north on I-25 in Castle Rock on Wednesday afternoon, according to a senior alert sent out by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The CBI said Willie Harris left his home around 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday and was last […]
Colorado Springs students set to compete in American Rocketry Challenge Finals
Students at The Vanguard School in Colorado Springs are reaching new heights. These bright minds will be representing the Southern Colorado community as they gear up to compete against other talented teams at the American Rocketry national finals, set to blast off Sat. (5/18) in The Plains, Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C.
Last cups of joe: The Perk Downtown announces closure
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Over the past sixteen years, Don Heaberlin and his wife have witnessed the change that has come to downtown Colorado Springs, surviving the pandemic and a fire along with the regular nuances of running a local coffee shop. Earlier this week, they announced the closure of The Perk Downtown on social media, […]
CSP sees decline in motorcycle fatalities caused by impairment
(COLORADO) — Colorado State Patrol (CSP) saw fewer motorcycle deaths because of impairment last year. According to data, CSP saw a 36 percent decline in crashes involving substances in 2023. Motorcycle riders can begin to feel the effects of alcohol with just .02 percent Blood Alcohol Concentration. Driving drunk can cause a decline in visual […]
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