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Let's Talk Business in Pueblo: InBank's Rebecca Diaz named '40 under 40' banking leader
Rebecca Diaz, vice president and commercial banker at Pueblo InBank, has been selected as one of Independent Banker magazine’s "40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders." The national award recognizes rising stars who have significantly contributed to their communities and the community banking industry through innovation, leadership, and dedicated service. ...
Ark Valley High Rollers Teach New Derby Of Juniors
The Ark Valley High Rollers will open their Heart of the Rockies Junior Roller Derby for kids aged 6 through 17 on August 8. The Junior Roller Derby aligns with preexisting skating lessons held by the High Rollers. Practices are held at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds at 10165 County Road...
Sick hiker rescued on Pikes Peak
A sick hiker was rescued near the Cirque on Pikes Peak on Saturday. The El Paso County Search and Rescue team responded to a call for the sick hiker, according to a social media post. Canon Helitack provided a flight to get the hiker out more quickly, and AMR - Colorado Springs/El Paso County provided medical care. The rescue included a "tough trail carry" and a six-mile hike down the peak to the team's vehicles. El Paso County Search and Rescue is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives through rescue and mountain safety education. STAY INFORMED: Get free Colorado news with our daily newsletter (Click here)
One dead, several injured in I-25 crash
LARKSPUR, Colo. (KKTV) - A collision involving several vehicles left one person dead and shut down a five-mile stretch of I-25 north of Monument for hours on Sunday. The crash was reported just before 12:30 p.m. Sunday near the Upper Lake Gulch Road exit (172). All northbound lanes are closed between Upper Lake Gulch Road and the Greenland exit (167).
Jeffco commissioners face scrutiny over $300,000 contract to explore eliminating TABOR refunds
Jefferson County's elected officials are facing scrutiny over their decision to hire a political consulting firm and spend $300,000 in public dollars to explore whether voters would support eliminating taxpayer refunds, when their constituents already rejected that question twice. The political consulting firm's work was the basis for Commissioners Tracy...
OHP: Two Oklahoma men killed in separate single-vehicle wrecks along state roads
Two men died in separate single-vehicle crashes along state roads, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported. Open the video player above to see some of the headlines KOCO 5 is following. Craig A. Barker, 58, of Davidson, was driving a pickup south on a Tillman County road and attempted to turn...
Boise City Man Dies in Vehicle Crash
A fatality accident occurred on Saturday evening at approximately 9:14 pm on US-385 and E0350 Road, approximately 17 miles south of Boise City,. A 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 driven by Yahir R. N. Licea, 21, of Boise City, Oklahoma, was northbound on US-385 when approaching a curve. Licea overcorrected, exited roadway to the left, reentered the roadway to the right and departed roadway again, then rolled approximately 7 times before coming to rest on its wheels. The driver was pronounced deceased on scene by medical examiner. He was taken to Henson Novak Funeral Home in Guymon, Oklahoma.
Motorcyclist died in Colorado Springs after attempting stunts
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) -A deadly motorcycle crash is under investigation in southern Colorado. The Colorado Springs Police Department responded to the Floor and Decor parking lot near Woodmen and I-25 before 10 p.m. Saturday. First responders found the motorcycle rider deceased. Police say the rider was performing stunts in...
Denver Rated Most Polluted City In U.S. For Consecutive Days
What’s been top of mind for most Coloradans recently has been the air quality as of late. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has been filling up the Colorado skyline for the past few days and has seriously affected the quality of our air. However, it’s already been an issue for...
VASA Fitness opens 3rd and largest location in Springs
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — VASA Fitness hosted the grand opening of its new 68,000 square-foot facility on Palmer Park Boulevard, near Powers Boulevard, on Saturday, July 27. The center, located at 5885 Palmer Park Boulevard, is the third and largest location for the fitness center in Colorado Springs. Following the success of VASA’s first two clubs […]
Showtime? Ford Amphitheater officials say new Colorado Springs music venue is ready for next week's debut
With less than two weeks until pop band One Republic takes the stage Aug. 9 at the 8,000-seat Ford Amphitheater that's under construction on Colorado Springs' north side, the outdoor music venue isn't quite ready for its first show. But it will be, its developer insists. "Oh yeah, no question...
Phantom Canyon Brewing Company to host 'Hot Wing Games'
Test your tolerance for spice and compete for prizes at the Phantom Canyon Hot Wings Games. The event will take place on July 29 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Phantom Canyon Brewing Company. The contest is open to anyone 18 years or older. Contestants will have ten minutes to eat five wings with no drinks, no dipping sauce, no gloves, and no bathroom breaks. The wings must be completely eaten, and the first contestant to drink water starts the ranked winning/losing for the challenge. Learn more about the event here. STAY INFORMED: Get free Colorado news with our daily newsletter (Click here)
Highlands Ranch neighbors wait for county decision on proposed park changes
HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. — Officials in Douglas County have received multiple proposals to develop a regional park, leading to concerns from neighbors in the Wildcat Ridge area. That park, which is currently zoned as a regional park, is home to dozens of elk and even golden eagles, according to...
Olympic City USA gets into Olympic spirit at Downtown Summer Fest
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - As the 2024 Summer Games in Paris kick off, Downtown Summer Fest in Colorado Springs is getting Coloradans into the spirit. From races and sports/cultural demonstrations to live music and vendors, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum and Colorado Springs Sports Corp are providing all the action.
Why July is the Busiest Time All Summer for Colorado Police
Late July is one of the busiest times all year for Colorado's police officers and the Highway Patrol. From Grand Junction to Denver, Coloradans are about to see an uptick in the flashing red and blue lights along the sides of our roads and highways. What makes late July such...
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