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Former Aurora cop charged with raping daughter remains free as mom is sent to jail
A retired Aurora police sergeant faces criminal charges for raping his daughter and continually sexually assaulting her and his two adopted daughters, but he remains free from custody while his ex-wife is in jail for objecting to court-ordered reunification therapy meant to repair his relationship with two of his sons. The mother, Rachel Pickrel-Hawkins, said the reunification therapy by Christine Bassett, a licensed marriage and family therapist, has been harmful, abusive and counterproductive. For now, the mother has custody of the couple’s minor children, and...
Pueblo, CO: Expect Isolated Mountain Showers Today as Weekend Weather Stays Dry
Pueblo, CO – Today, Pueblo residents can anticipate a mostly dry and warm Saturday, with temperatures staying around seasonal norms. The day will begin sunny, and outdoor plans should proceed smoothly for most of the region. However, afternoon clouds could bring isolated showers to the mountains. According to the...
Broncos screwed the Steelers' done-deal trade for Brandon Aiyuk
After teasing Steelers fans for months, the San Francisco 49ers pulled the rug out from under the table. At one point, it was reported that Pittsburgh had a deal in place for Brandon Aiyuk; they were simply waiting for GM John Lynch and the Niners to pull the trigger. Instead, the Broncos came along and screwed everything up.
Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua used border chaos to infiltrate U.S.
Tren de Aragua, a criminal gang from Venezuela that is said to be as serious a threat as the Salvadoran gang MS-13, is quietly operating in unsuspected neighborhoods and communities across the country. The Denver Gazette has confirmed the presence of Tren de Aragua, or TDA, in Colorado, and reported...
College Football Fans Claim Colorado Buffaloes Won ‘Rigged’ Game After Questionable PI Near End Of Game
The Colorado Buffaloes have yet to win a college football game against a Division I FBS team since Oct. 7 of last year. The Buffaloes will get a chance to win at that level next week when they play Nebraska. On Thursday night, the Buffaloes narrowly escaped with a 31-26...
WATCH LIVE: Labor Day Lift Off live from Memorial Park at 8 a.m.
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - A special edition of 11 News will air Saturday at 8 a.m. for Labor Day Lift Off. 11 News Evening Anchor Adam Atchison will be live at Memorial Park covering the 48th annual event with an in-depth look at what makes the balloon festival one of the best in the world.
Colorado’s Endangered Species: 11 Animals Found On the List
Colorado is a great state for wildlife, but did you know our state is also home to an ever-growing list of endangered and threatened species? Colorado's endangered species list includes several animals that are also considered endangered on a national level. Keep reading to learn more about some of Colorado's...
Aug. 30, 2024: What the special session means for property taxes; Denver opens up its architecture
Aug. 30, 2024: What the special session means for property taxes; Denver opens up its architecture. We'll talk about what the compromise deal reached by state lawmakers in a special session means for homeowners in Colorado. Then, a new music venue draws crowds, and noise complaints, in Colorado Springs. Plus, Doors Open Denver lets you explore the city's architecture, past, present and future. Later, training for climate change healthcare. And the legacy of women in mining in Colorado.
Juvenile dies following fatal overnight crash in Black Forest
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - Colorado State Patrol says a juvenile has died following a crash at the intersection of Shoup Road and Herring Road at approximately 9:30 p.m. on August 30, 2024. CSP says the victim was taken to a local children's hospital where they were pronounced dead. Impairment...
26 states may soon need to regulate cannabis – here’s what they can learn from Colorado and Washington
Colorado and Washington both have legal recreational marijuana. But they regulate growers and dispensaries differently, which has created a David vs. Goliath in the marketplace.
BVSD school board supports high school cell phone ban
Larissa Rivers, whose daughter is a sixth grader at Louisville Elementary, can see the benefits of cell phones and other digital devices as kids become more independent. Students start organizing their own get togethers through group chats and participating in more activities, from sports practices to afterschool clubs. A phone or smart watch makes it easier for families to coordinate pick-up times and make sure kids are where they say they will be.
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