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UPDATE: Missing 68-year-old man found safe
UPDATE: SATURDAY 6/8/2024 7:05 a.m. (COLORADO SPRINGS) — According to CSPD, as of Friday, June 7, around 9 p.m., Kenneth Simmons has been located and is safe. ORIGINAL STORY: CSPD seeks public’s help in locating missing 68-year-old ORIGINAL STORY: FRIDAY 6/7/2024 8:47 p.m. The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) is seeking assistance locating a 68-year-old […]
CDOT shuts down road on southbound I-25 for construction
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) announced on Friday, June 7 that a road on southbound I-25 is closed. The road on southbound I-25 between Exit 135, South Academy, and US 85 is closed due to road construction until Saturday. June 8 at 10 a.m. There is also a width limit of […]
Mountain highway safety tips for motorcyclists this summer
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Colorado State Patrol (CSP) wants two-wheel owners to be safe while cruising through mountain highways this summer. CSP advises motorcycle drivers to know their route before heading out to ensure a successful motor tour. Although it may be sunny and warm at home, riders should still bring cold weather gear and plenty […]
Six-week Tutt Boulevard closure for roadwork begins June 10
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Tutt Boulevard will be closing on Monday, June 10 for six weeks for construction. Tutt Blvd. will be closed between Vickie Lane and Squeeze Breeze Drive, north of Dublin Boulevard, for construction that will improve traffic flow in the area. The closure is part of a project that will widen Tutt to […]
Temple Aaron saved by the son of Holocaust survivors and community efforts
(TRINIDAD, Colo.) — Trinidad is not only known for its views of the Spanish Peaks and access to breathtaking state parks, but the southeastern Colorado town is also home to a historical synagogue, Temple Aaron, that years ago was facing challenges to keep their doors open. “By 2016, it came to a point where there […]
Kids left in hot cars can die from heatstroke, says CDOT
(COLORADO) — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) wants to make the public aware of the dangers of heatstroke this summer. According to data at NoHeatStroke.org, 971 children have died in hot cars since 1998 as a result of Pediatric Vehicular Heatstroke (PVH). CDOT is providing information that will help people avoid this tragic consequence, […]
Squatch Out: Keeping yourself safe from tornadoes
(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — The transition from May to June is historically one of the most active times for severe weather here in Southern Colorado. Tornadic activity tends to pick up during this time too and Colorado can be a bit of a hotspot. Due to Colorado’s rural nature, away from big cities, tornadoes tend to […]
Highway 115 closed due to vehicle on fire
(EL PASO COUNTY, Colo.) — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) announced on Friday, June 7 that Highway 115 (CO 115) was closed northbound. Highway 115 is closed due to a vehicle fire between County Road F45 and Barrett Road near Penrose. CDOT says motorists should expect delays.
UPDATE: Escaped inmate apprehended in Colorado Springs
UPDATE: SATURDAY 6/8/2024 10:30 a.m. (COLORADO SPRINGS) — According to the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD), members of the U.S. Marshals Service and the Colorado State Patrol, escaped convict, Kegan VanVliet, described by law enforcement as a violent fugitive, was in Colorado Springs at 10 p.m. on Friday, June 7. CSPD K9 officers, Unmanned Aerial […]
El Pomar Foundation names new VP of Leadership & Fellowship
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — El Pomar Foundation welcomed its newest Vice President of Leadership & Fellowship Officer on Monday, June 3. The foundation announced on Friday, June 7 that Heather Kelley had joined their team earlier this week. She will be responsible for managing a portfolio of El Pomar’s leadership programs, including the 33-year-old flagship fellowship […]
10-year-old girl dies in Archuleta County dirt bike crash
(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) responded to a dirt bike crash involving a 10-year-old in Archuleta County on Thursday, June 6. Troopers were called to investigate a fatal crash at the intersection of Forest Service Road 631 and Forest Service Road 640 near Pagosa Springs at around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. CSP […]
Severe storms and heavy rain possible this weekend
(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — Late spring and early summer are some of the region’s most active months for weather. Southern Colorado hasn’t quite seen our monsoon develop just yet, but a particularly unsettled pattern will bring some activity to the area over the next few days. Between this weekend and early next week, Southern Colorado may […]
High water creates temporary closure of Arkansas River Trail
(PUEBLO, Colo.) — The City of Pueblo Parks and Recreation Department has issued a temporary closure of a section of the Arkansas River Trail due to increased water flow and high waters. According to the City, the Arkansas River Trail trailhead at City Park up to the new pedestrian bridge will be closed until further […]
26th Arts on the Streets exhibit announces winners
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Winners for the annual Arts on the Streets exhibit were announced at the exhibit opening reception on Thursday, June 6. Thirteen works were selected by a jury for the 2024-2025 exhibition, which includes six murals and seven sculptures. The First Place Juror Award, with a prize of 10,000, was given to Juan […]
Republican party leaders call on Dave Williams to resign
(COLORADO) — In a statement released on Friday, June 7 many leaders within the Republican Party called for the resignation of Republican State Party Chair David Williams. In the statement, Nancy Pallozzi, Chairman of the Jefferson County Republicans said numerous Colorado Republican County Chairs, along with other county party officers, members of the Colorado State […]
Historic CMZoo carousel built in 1926 reopens June 13
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo will reopen its historic carousel on June 13, 2024. The carousel was shut down in July of 2023 and safely stored away to allow for a new road through the Zoo, a new South America exhibit, a new giraffe habitat, and the International Center for the Care and […]
Atlantic Records recording artist Knox new single “Change Your Mind” out now
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Born and raised in Ohio, artist Knox left Ohio University in his sophomore year to move to Nashville to pursue songwriting. After finishing song demos in 2022 his publisher suggested he should release the music as his own. Knox agreed to try one song and see how it went. His first release “Sneakers” became a […]
UPDATE: Fillmore Street and North Cascade Avenue back open
UPDATE: FRIDAY 6/7/2024 2:15 p.m. The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) said the crash was a motorcycle vs truck and speed/red light violations are potential factors in the crash. According to CSPD, on Friday, June 7 at around 10:30 a.m. officers were called to the intersection of Fillmore Street and North Cascade Avenue about a […]
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