U.s. Air Force Academy
LATEST NEWS
Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region provides tips for pets and firework safety
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO)- Ahead of the Independence Day holiday, the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) is offering tips for keeping your furry family members safe and secure around fireworks. According to the HSPPR, fireworks can cause animals a great deal of stress this week and weekend....
Interest picks up for guided hikes at rare lands near Colorado Springs
Despite the heat that lays thick on the unshaded prairie and rock east of Colorado Springs, and despite the gate that keeps the 700-plus acres closed to the general public, people continue to seek Corral Bluffs Open Space. "The first hike of June, I actually had to spread out over...
High court clears the way for camping bans | Colorado Springs Gazette
Colorado’s mayors and their counterparts across America owe a bipartisan “thank you” to the U.S. Supreme Court for its ruling last week empowering them to push back at the squalid and dangerous encampments that have overtaken many urban landscapes. The nation’s highest court ruled 6-3 that local...
Road work to cause 3-month closure Barnes, east of Powers
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Barnes Road will close for about three months between Antelope Ridge Drive and Marksheffel Road for major road work, starting on Monday, July 8, according to the City of Colorado Springs. As part of the Marksheffel Rd improvements, crews will lower and widen the Barnes Rd intersection to improve safety and mobility. […]
No, Colorado Springs is not missing a Humpty Dumpty
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - Where is Humpty Dumpty?. That's the question that has been circulating on social media in recent days in Colorado Springs, as folks have been asking where one of the nearly two dozen Humpty Dumpty sculptures that decorate the city has gone. The missing sculpture is...
FPD closes park amidst current barricaded suspect situation
UPDATE: WEDNESDAY 7/3/2024 4:17 p.m. (FOUNTAIN, Colo.) — The Fountain Police Department temporarily closed two city amenities on Wednesday, July 3 as they dealt with a barricaded suspect. FPD reported Aga Park and Splash Pad are temporarily closed until the situation is resolved. As of 3 p.m., the Fountain Library is on lockout and following […]
The History of Colorado’s Stars and When They’re Lit
Colorado is rich in Western traditions, some of which began in the state's earliest days. Several stars atop mesas and mountains around the Centennial State are shining examples of these long-standing traditions. The Star of Castle Rock. The iconic Star of Castle Rock was constructed as a form of hope...
Power outage affecting Powers Blvd, use caution
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Colorado Springs Utilities reported a power outage on the east side of town. Powers Boulevard between Platte and Palmer Park is affected. Traffic signals are affected as well, treat intersections with dark signals as four-way stops. The estimated restoration time is 4:16 p.m.
Colorado Springs Councilman Donelson censured for ‘false accusations of unethical behavior’ against fellow councilmembers
Colorado Springs City Council on Tuesday officially censured Councilman Dave Donelson for comments he made a week prior, saying he acted in a way that constituted a breach of decorum. This, as a crowd supporting Donelson filled city hall, many jeering and carrying signs. One read "SAVE DAVE!" while another person wore an American flag-themed cowboy hat.
Coolest 4th of July in a decade? Possible in Colorado Springs!
We typically associate the 4th of July with big heat accompanying out barbecues. That won’t be the case this year as temps will likely be in the 70s and 80s! Really nice stuff for this time of year no doubt. KKTV’s forecast as of Wednesday afternoon has a high...
First Friday in July features AI prompt for artists
(COLORADO SPRINGS) The First Friday in downtown Colorado Springs for the 4th of July weekend will showcase new art exhibits, live music, and a special chance to look back at history. First Friday is a free and public event to showcase local art in Colorado Springs and happens on the first Friday of every month […]
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.