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The end is near for all the smoke around Denver – Here’s when it should disappear
It’s almost felt like we’re living in a giant smoky bubble the last few days in Denver, but thank goodness, the end is near for all the smoke!. According to our partners at 9News, the smoke will be at it’s worst today (Wednesday) before some slight relief on Thursday and then it’ll “basically be gone on Friday.”
Fremont County’s Most-Wanted Violent Fugitive Arrested After Standoff
Penrose, CO – One of Fremont County’s most-wanted violent fugitives was apprehended this week following a brief standoff, according to the United States Marshals Service. Richard Capek, 35, was arrested near Highway 50 east of Penrose. Capek faced multiple outstanding felony warrants, including assault, violation of a protection...
Polis kicks off state’s ‘Heat Beneath Our Feet’ geothermal push with project in Vail
Holy Cross Energy President and CEO Bryan Hannegan, left, with Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, center, and Vail Mayor Travis Coggin discuss the town’s new geothermal project, which received $250,000 from the state (David O. Williams photo). Colorado Gov. Jared Polis visited Vail on Thursday morning to show state support...
Colorado judge temporarily blocks Kroger-Albertsons grocery ‘megamerger’
A Colorado judge has issued an order temporarily blocking the proposed $24.6 billion merger between the nation’s two largest supermarket chains ahead of an antitrust trial in state court set to begin in September. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser in February sued to block the merger between grocery giant Kroger, which operates King Soopers and […]
CSP sounds alarm about increase in deadly motorcycle crashes
Authorities are sounding the alarm about deadly motorcycle crashes in our state. According to Colorado State Patrol, there have been 21 fatal motorcycle incidents this year. Historically, there is an increase in traffic deaths in the month of July, but the first two weeks of the month saw a drastic increase. The percentage of all deadly motorcycle crashes investigated by CSP Troopers rose by 37.5 percent. Six of the 16 deadly crashes involved a motorcycle. As of July 16th, 15.5 percent of the 135 deadly crashes involved a motorcycle. Looking at last year, of the 134 motorcycle deaths, half of...
Need help with free school supplies? Attend one of these five Pueblo events
The Steel City is set to shine a light on its residents' generous hearts as several local businesses and organizations gear up for free back-to-school giveaways designed to help Pueblo families cope with the rising cost of supplies. According to the National Retail Federation, families with children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average of $874.68 on clothing, shoes, electronics and school supplies per child. While that is $15 less than last year's record of $890,...
Purple Label, a new lobbying firm, bridges political divides to support businesses
The owners of a new lobbying firm are working to use their bipartisan backgrounds to support small businesses across local, state, and federal levels. Matt La Crue, a Democrat, and Ellie Reynolds, a Republican, say their political differences allow them to do better work for clients through understanding both sides of the aisle.
Some smoke clearing ahead of Friday storms
THURSDAY: Beautiful weather again for Thursday but some smoke still lingering and obscuring those mostly sunny skies for portions of Southern Colorado. Temperatures will be a little warmer. The high for Colorado Springs will be in the low 90s and expect mid 90s for Pueblo. TOMORROW: The air quality should...
The Forgotten Town of Wild Horse Colorado is Barely Hanging On
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. Because of Colorado's rich history, the state is full of abandoned ghost towns, many of which date back to the 1800s. Exploring The Mysteries Behind Colorado's Forgotten...
Colorado athletes to watch Thursday at the Olympics
PARIS, France — The U.S. women’s soccer team takes the field Thursday for their first game of the Summer Olympics, and three players from Colorado are on the team. Athletes in handball, rugby and soccer are competing Wednesday and Thursday – ahead of the opening ceremony Friday. Archery also gets an early start with the first arrows shot on Friday.
Food truck rallies to check out this summer around Colorado Springs
For the times you can't decide on what to eat, food truck rallies have you covered with tons of tasty options. Whether you're craving a feast, a snack, or a sweet treat, these culinary delights on wheels are worth checking out. Here are six free food truck rallies happening around the Colorado Springs area this summer: ...
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