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• Neighbors suspicious as house catches fire for second day

  November 13, 2012 7:53 PM

  COLORADO SPRINGS - For the second time in less than 24 hours the same house in Colorado Springs caught fire and neighbors are starting to become suspicious. Today's fire started just after 4:30 p.m. at a home at 1304 W. Costilla St. on the corner of Cherokee Street. No... more »

• Jailed husband told cops his wife committed suicide Play Video

  October 25, 2012 5:46 PM

  COLORADO SPRINGS - Detectives with the Colorado Springs Police Department believe a Fort Carson Soldier was shot and killed by her husband at their apartment on Chestnut Street late Monday night. Louis Mamo, 26, is charged with 2nd Degree Murder and is being held at the El Paso Criminal Justice... more »

• CSPD to honor officers and civilians

  January 25, 2012 5:24 PM

  The Colorado Springs Police Department and members of the community will be celebrating the CSPD Annual Awards Ceremony on Thursday, January 26th at 6:00 PM. The ceremony at Stargazers will recognize the Civilian Employee of the Year, followed by 19 citizens who have assisted in the prevention of a... more »

• Carey named Colorado Springs permanent police chief Play Video

  January 24, 2012 4:00 PM

  Interim police chief Peter Cary is now the permanent chief of police for Colorado Springs. Mayor Steve Bach offered the resolution to make Carey permanent chief at today's city council meeting. After words of praise from the mayor and councilman Bernie Herpin and councilwoman Jan Martin, the vote... more »

• Empty Stocking Fund exceeds goal

  January 23, 2012 12:25 PM

  For the fifth consecutive year, The Gazette-El Pomar Empty Stocking Fund drive surpassed its $1 million goal. The Fund benefits 15 health and human services agencies in the Pikes Peak region on the front lines of helping people in crisis and assisting others in attaining self-sufficiency. "Once again,... more »

• Hearing their wounds

  January 22, 2012 7:52 PM

  For many returning soldiers, the longest wounds to heal can't be seen. This weekend, LifeQuest asked veterans to turn those wounds into songs. Staff Sergeant Kenneth Sargent is one of these veterans. He returned from Iraq with severe spine damage. "They told me I would never walk again," said Sargent.... more »

• Science project aims to curb pollution from idling cars Play Video

  January 18, 2012 6:57 PM

  Some local elementary and middle school students are trying to encourage parents to turn off the engine while they wait to pick up their students. The science classes at Skyview Middle School and Meridian Ranch Elementary in Falcon District 49 area taking part in a pilot project called Engines Off... more »

• County Commissioners to keep on praying Play Video

  January 17, 2012 8:15 PM

  El Paso County Commissioners say they have no plans to stop saying prayers before each meeting despite a decision Tuesday by the Supreme Court of the United States to reject an appeal from a North Carolina board of county commissioners who were found to have violated the Establishment Clause of... more »

• Vectra Bank robbed

  January 13, 2012 7:10 PM

  The Vectra Bank on Highway 50 in Pueblo was robbed this afternoon. Police blame the same man who robbed and Ent Credit Union branch yesterday and a Sunflower Bank a few days ago. The man showed the teller a note which demanded cash. He did not show a weapon.... more »

• Robbery suspects leave path of destruction Play Video

  January 13, 2012 6:33 PM

  A trio of armed robbery suspects left a trail of destruction through Colorado Springs Friday morning as they tried to avoid capture. Officers say at around 8:30 this morning two men with guns followed an employee into the Bowie's Gold and Diamonds on E. Pikes Peak Avenue. They men robbed... more »

• Bowie Jewelers robbery suspects in custody

  January 13, 2012 12:36 PM

  Colorado Springs police have taken three robbery suspects into custody following a morning robbery at Bowie Jewelers in the 2200 block of Pikes Peak Avenue. Two suspects entered the store, took gold and silver jewelry, assaulted the clerk and escaped in a vehicle driven by a third suspect. ... more »

• Police continue robbery investigation in Colorado Springs

  January 13, 2012 12:01 PM

  Police continue their robbery investigation near Tia Juana and Dale Streets in Colorado Springs. Two suspects robbed a jewelry store in the 2200 block of East Pikes Peak Avenue, assaulted the clerk and fled into the neighborhood. Trovette Tottress photo more »

• Search is on for morning robbery suspects

  January 13, 2012 11:53 AM

  Colorado Springs police are searching for two robbery suspects in the area of Juanita and Platte streets. The suspects are believed to have robbed a jewelery store in the 2200 block of East Pikes Peak Avenue and assaulted the clerk. Suspects are described as two men, White or... more »

• Search for bank robber turns up empty.

  December 22, 2011 6:14 PM

  Colorado Springs Police searched a southside apartment complex for more than three hours Thursday unsuccessfully looking for a man who robbed a nearby bank. The robbery took place just after 10:00 a.m. at the Key Bank in the Mission Trace Shopping Center on South Academy. Bank employees watched the... more »

• Occupy protesters continue 24/7 occupation despite warnings from police

  October 11, 2011 9:06 PM

  Protesters with Occupy Colorado Springs, the local equivalent to the Occupy Wall Street Movement, met with CSPD officers today. Protesters have been at the corner of Tejon and Bijou, near Acacia Park, for 12 days, but recently started camping out around the clock. Police say by camping out they... more »

• Challenges of "occupying" Colorado Springs around the clock Play Video

  October 10, 2011 7:53 PM

  The Occupy Wall Street movement continues to grow, including right here in Southern Colorado. Occupy Colorado Springs is now a 24-7 operation, but after their first weekend of camping out they've hit a major snag, the city's no camping ordinance. They set up tents for the first time last... more »

• Colorado Springs joins the "occupy" movement Play Video

  October 4, 2011 8:43 PM

  The Occupy Wall Street protests that started in New York City have now spread across the country. Protestors are speaking out against corporate greed and the government's involvement in big business. Now the movement has come to Southern Colorado The Occupy Colorado Springs movement actually started up last Friday.... more »

• U.S. Women's Open drives up sales tax revenue in the Springs

  September 14, 2011 12:41 AM

  Some good news in Colorado Springs, the city's reporting a big increase in sales tax revenue. They say it's due in part to some of the big events we've had this summer like the U.S. Women's Open. The latest sales tax revenue report covers August collections, which are based... more »

• 9-11 memorials join Air Force and UCCS

  September 12, 2011 7:18 PM

  A piece of steel, once surrounded by concrete and glass high above the New York skyline now stands watch over Colorado Springs. The artifact is part of a permanent memorial dedicated Monday morning at the Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station. Our community remains closely tied to the events September... more »

• Stepping closer to a cure

  September 10, 2011 4:11 PM

  An estimated 1,500 people laced up their sneakers and hit the trails near America the Beautiful Park Saturday morning to help fight juvenile diabetes. The walk is one of the biggest fundraisers of the year for the Colorado Springs branch of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Events Coordinators Lauren... more »

• Memorial task force trying to move forward with process

  September 2, 2011 7:12 PM

  Non-profit, for-profit, right now the future of Memorial Hospital is uncertain. But, planning is moving forward and now Colorado Springs Mayor Steve Bach is involved. City Council decided last week that their Memorial Task Force will now collaborate with the mayor and members of the Regional Leadership Forum, to... more »

• Police still looking for suspect in deadly hit and run

  August 23, 2011 10:12 PM

  Colorado Springs police are still looking for the person that killed a woman in a hit and run this afternoon. It happened around 3:00 in the parking garage next to the Dillard's at Chapel Hills mall. Police say an 83 year old woman and her 78 year old husband... more »

• Honoring the children of fallen soldiers

  August 22, 2011 8:10 PM

  Some may be too young to understand, but the children of fallen soldiers were honored at a Fort Carson ceremony today. It's part of a new effort to make sure those who've lost their lives, while serving our country, aren't forgotten. Four year old Joshua Blackwell was just four... more »

• USA Pro Cycling Challenge kicks off in the Springs tomorrow

  August 21, 2011 7:17 PM

  The USA Pro Cycling Challenge rides through Colorado Springs tomorrow. Cyclists start at Garden of the Gods, go down Colorado Ave. through Old Colorado City, and then finish downtown. Because of the race Colorado Ave. will be closed tomorrow from Tejon to 31st. Crews will start closing the road... more »

• Local businesses unsure how to prepare for the USA Pro Cycling Challenge

  August 17, 2011 8:20 PM

  The USA Pro Cycling Challenge rides through the Springs on Monday. Cyclists start at Garden of the Gods, go down Colorado Ave. through Old Colorado City, and then finish downtown. The race has the potential to bring thousands of people to our area, but local businesses say they aren't... more »

• Local businesses have mixed feelings about Pro Cycling Challenge

  August 17, 2011 4:18 PM

  The USA Pro Cycling challenge rides through the Springs on Monday. Some of Colorado Avenue will be closed during the race. I talked with some businesses in Old Colorado City, along the race route, about what they're expectations are for race day. The overall feeling seems to be confusion.... more »

• Do you plan to go out to the Pro Cycling Challenge? Take a look at the rules first

  August 17, 2011 12:02 PM

  At just 5.2 miles in length, the opening prologue of the USA Pro Cycling Challenge is the perfect opportunity to meet some of the riders, catch a few starts and then head to downtown Colorado Springs to catch some of the finishes, the Expo, and the award presentations. Race... more »

• Reusing roof shingles in Colorado roads

  August 17, 2011 11:22 AM

  Road projects across Colorado are now testing asphalt shingle mixes in order to achieve environmental and cost benefits. It's the topic of the City of Colorado Springs next "Green" bag Lunch-n-Learn. Reusing asphalt roof shingles in asphalt roads is a natural fit, yet road materials are required to meet... more »

• Pro Cycling challenge creates traffic detours and school and city bus changes

  August 16, 2011 8:34 PM

  Delays, detours and a bunch of changes will happen next week for the USA Pro Cycling Challenge in the Springs. On Monday afternoon, Colorado Ave. from Tejon to 31st will be closed. It's going to effect how a lot of kids get home from school, and driving on the... more »

• Volunteers needed for bike race this weekend

  August 16, 2011 1:16 PM

  The University Village Colorado Grand Prix is this Saturday, but race officials say they need your help. They are looking for people to work three hour shifts on race day, from 6:00 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. If you can help, call 323-5026, email claram47@hotmail.com or click here for information.... more »

• USA Pro Cycling Challenge will affect school and city bus routes

  August 16, 2011 11:51 AM

  The City of Colorado Springs says the USA Pro Cycling Challenge will affect some school bus routes, with Colorado Ave. closed all afternoon next Monday. Were working now to get more info on where kids will be dropped off that day. A couple city bus routes will also... more »

• Getting city roads ready for the USA Pro Cycling Challenge

  August 15, 2011 8:09 PM

  A week from today, cyclists from all over the world will be in Colorado, for the USA Pro Cycling Challenge. The race goes through several areas of our state, but it kicks off in the Springs. Riders will start at Garden of the Gods, go down Colorado Ave. through... more »

• "Cat killer" enters plea and receives sentence

  August 15, 2011 4:41 PM

  The man accused of trapping and killing cats, at a mobile home park in Colorado Springs, pled guilty and was sentenced while in court this afternoon. David Leisge pled guilty to felony aggravated animal cruelty and criminal mischief. He was sentenced to 3 years probation, 100 hours of community... more »

• State issues restrictions for bike race spectators

  August 15, 2011 12:31 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Colorado Department of Transportation has issued restrictions for campers and others who want to watch the upcoming USA Pro Cycling Challenge. State officials say parking and camping will be allowed along Colorado highways as long as it's no more than 24 hours before the race... more »

• New hybrid pedestrian beacons in the Springs

  August 10, 2011 8:17 PM

  In an effort to be more efficient and make our intersections safer hybrid pedestrian beacons are being installed in Colorado Springs. The second beacon was put up this morning at 17th St. and Colorado Ave. At the start of the year, the first one was put in by Edison... more »

• City installing new signal light this morning

  August 10, 2011 11:22 AM

  Colorado Springs is installing another pedestrian-crossing signal at the intersection of 17th St. and Colorado Ave. They put in a similar signal light at the start of the year near Edison Elementary. The goal of the signals, called hybrid pedestrian beacons, is to increase pedestrian safety and improve traffic... more »

• Farmers markets finally full of local produce

  August 1, 2011 8:33 PM

  Our heat wave has been good for some farmers, after our cool spring put them about a month behind. Farmers say in a typical year summer crops start growing by the start of May, but this year it was almost June before the weather warmed up enough, "Once the... more »

• Free school carpool matching service

  July 27, 2011 4:16 PM

  The City of Colorado Springs Metro Rides group is offering a free Schoolpool service that can help with transportation needs, this coming school year. The Metro Rides' program provides a free carpool matching service for parents. To sign up, just fill out a Schoolpool application by clicking here . ... more »

• Flooding problem areas in Colorado Springs

  July 26, 2011 1:08 AM

  The heavy afternoon rain and hail we've seen lately have combined to produce severe flash flooding and street flooding. In Colorado Springs there are some areas that are worse than others, "Some of our most problematic areas are the Academy corridor, specifically between Austin Bluffs and N. Carefree, as... more »

• Bears on the hunt for food

  July 20, 2011 7:27 PM

  Our dry weather has been hard on bears, the Colorado Division of Parks & Wildlife says the grasses and plants they usually eat this time of year, aren't growing as well as they usually do. Now they're on the hunt for other food. Overnight a bear broke into a pen... more »

• One week later: still no arrest in Colorado Springs homicide

  July 20, 2011 7:08 PM

  Were continuing to follow the latest in a deadly shooting that happened last week in the Springs. The victim's family tells News First 5, that they are upset an arrest hasn't been made in connection with their son's death. Police say 35 year old Franklin Ybanez was found shot... more »

• Local athlete's legacy lives on, two years after his death

  July 20, 2011 12:46 AM

  Two years ago today, a local star athlete was involved in a deadly accident. At just 19 years old, David Mueller was killed riding in a car with his roommate, who was drunk behind the wheel. Even after his death, David is still inspiring other young athletes. Members of Speed... more »

• Sell your home faster and for more money with home staging

  July 19, 2011 7:32 PM

  It's a buyers market out there and selling a home can be hard; to sell your home fast and for top dollar you might want to consider home staging. Cathi Rios is a professional home stager it's her job to work with sellers to make their homes attractive to... more »

• Use home staging to sell your home fast

  July 18, 2011 9:22 PM

  It's a buyer's market out there, and selling a home can be hard. To sell your home fast, and for top dollar, you might want to consider home staging. Professional home stagers work with sellers to make their homes more attractive to buyers. They know what colors to use and... more »

• After 25 years, new hope that Christopher will be found

  July 12, 2011 12:36 AM

  25 years ago, this week, Christopher Abeyta went missing. He was taken from his crib, in his parent's room of their Colorado Springs home, when he was just seven months old. He hasn't been seen since, but now his family has new hope. The Colorado Springs Police Department... more »

• Ride your bike to the U.S. Women's Open and park for free!

  July 6, 2011 8:09 PM

  If you're planning on coming out to the U.S. Women's Open this week leave your car at home and ride your bike. Starting tomorrow the City of Colorado Springs and Metro Rides are providing free bike parking valet service. It works just like a coat check just show up with... more »

• Behind the scenes at the U.S. Women's Open with those working to keep us safe

  July 6, 2011 7:57 PM

  With thousands of people expected to attend the U.S. Women's Open Championship this week, there's a need for crowd control and emergency assistance. The Colorado Springs Fire Department, Police Department and Penrose St. Francis Hospital have set up mobile command centers. During the U.S. Senior Open a couple years ago,... more »

• Colorado Springs needs help getting homeless off the streets

  June 22, 2011 6:38 PM

  The Express Inn, in Colorado Springs, was forced to close last month. It had provided a place to call home for many homeless people who were forced to leave camps along the creeks two years ago. With the Express Inn gone many were concerned that the so called tent... more »

• Timber! Trees in downtown Colorado Springs come down

  June 21, 2011 7:48 PM

  Work is underway to remove about 100 trees from neighborhoods in downtown Colorado Springs; the city says they've suffered severe drought damage. The tree removal area is bordered by Fillmore Street, Fountain Boulevard, Wahsatch Avenue and Cascade Avenue, work started along Cascade today. Contractors have been hired to remove the... more »

• Cause of natural gas odor in Northwest Colorado Springs

  June 15, 2011 6:10 PM

  If you live in the Northwest part of Colorado Springs you may have woken up to the strong smell of natural gas. Colorado Springs Utilities says it's not a gas leak, the smell is just coming from an excess amount of odorant that was recently added to the system.... more »

• Training and working as a team to save lives at Memorial Hospital

  June 1, 2011 8:01 PM

  The Emergency Department at Memorial Hospital is the busiest in the state with approximately 100,000 visits per year; 2,000 of those are people with a traumatic injury. Being that busy, the Trauma Team at the hospital has to be at their best, all the time, so they practice with... more »

• Memorial Hospital, Trauma Team drill

  June 1, 2011 4:33 PM

  Went into the busiest emergency department in the state this morning, at Memorial Hospital, to see how their Trauma Team operates. Memorial's central location gets around 100,000 visits per year, around 2,000 of those are admitted with a traumatic injury. The Trauma Team works with around 40% of those patients.... more »

• Catching Memorial Hospital's Trauma Team in action

  May 31, 2011 7:51 PM

  This morning were getting an inside look at the emergency department at Memorial Hospital. They're conducting a real-time emergency drill with a very realistic computerized mannequin. The hospital says the mannequin breathes, has a blood pressure and can demonstrate other bodily functions. It will be treated by a team of... more »

• Help preserve Colorado Springs history

  May 31, 2011 7:22 PM

  A small group of people made up of Colorado Springs residents and a City Council member, are trying to save a historical building downtown. The old steam plant and ice house, built in the early 1900's, is located downtown off W. Vermijo. Part of it was torn down sometime last... more »

• Reminder: Keep grass clippings and yard waste away from storm drains

  May 31, 2011 12:09 PM

  Summer is here and that means yard maintenance season is in full swing. The City of Colorado Springs Stormwater Engineering Division is reminding residents to keep storm drains clean and clear of yard debris. Grass clippings and leaves blown into the street during yard maintenance end up in the nearest... more »

• Number of local troops killed recently in war

  May 30, 2011 1:34 PM

  FORT CARSON, Colo. (AP) - In more than nine years of war, Fort Carson has lost 321 soldiers including fifteen soldiers from the post who have died overseas since last Memorial Day. Of those killed, 257 died in Iraq and 64 in Afghanistan. An Air Force Academy professor and... more »

• PPCC announces new president

  May 25, 2011 2:54 PM

  Pikes Peak Community College has announced that Lance Bolton, Ph.D. has been appointed as the school's new president. Bolton is currently the president of Northeastern Junior College in Sterling, Colorado. He will assume his new role on June 13. Dr. Nancy McCallin, president of the Colorado Community College System... more »

• Raising money for local charities with disc golf

  May 25, 2011 1:26 PM

  Slated for June 18th, the first charity Frisbee Golf Tournament will raise much-needed funds for Safe Place for Pets, the ALS Association - Rocky Mountain Chapter, and Save the Front Range. Local Frisbee-lovers Richared Straub, Andrew Pierson, Rick Hoover and Shay Hurd came up witht he idea for the tournament,... more »

• Autopsy results released in Eleven Mile Reservoir death, search continues for one more

  May 24, 2011 2:19 PM

  The Park County Coroner has released autopsy results in the death of Susan Christiansen, who was found dead in the water at Eleven Mile Reservoir, over the weekend. The coroner has determined the cause and matter of death to be accidental drowning and they say the search for the... more »

• Family fishing clinic at Quail Lake

  May 24, 2011 1:47 PM

  The Colorado Division of Wildlife is hosting a family fishing clinic from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., June 4, at Quail Lake in the Springs. Free fishing rods and reels will be given away to the first 500 children accompanied by an adult. "Wildlife officers will be on hand to... more »

• Upcoming free "Learn-to-Swim" days in the Springs

  May 24, 2011 1:20 PM

  The "Learn-to-Swim" days are designed to introduce children to swimming lessons or refine current swimming skills. The Colorado Springs Swim School is hosting the event. Free upcoming Learn-to-Swim Days: Saturday, May 28 10:00-11:00am Wilson Ranch Pool 10:00-11:00am Portal Pool 10:00-11:00am CS Rec Center Saturday, June 25 8:30-10:00am... more »

• U.S. Womens Open neighborhood meeting

  May 24, 2011 1:13 PM

  The 2011 U.S. Women's Open is coming to the Springs this July at the Boradmoor. If you live near or in the Broadmoor area you'll want to attend a meeting this week, hosted by the City of Colorado Springs and U.S. Women's Open officials. The meeting is this Thursday, May... more »

• Marketing marijuana: stores seek to stand out

  May 22, 2011 3:54 PM

  The boom of the medical marijuana industry in Colorado has many start up business owners looking for ways to stand out when it comes to attracting new clients. The Tree of Life dispensary in Colorado Springs recently hired sign twirlers advertising for their business. Paul Abrams says the dispensary... more »

• Fort Carson goes green with first ever Eco-Fest

  May 18, 2011 6:38 PM

  The Mountain Post's 1st Eco-Fest will take place Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Special Events Center on post. The event is free and open to the public. The theme of the event is "It's Easy Being Green." Participants will get a chance to learn more about the importance... more »

• Keep your trees beetle free; Bark Beetle threat in Colorado Springs

  May 18, 2011 6:20 PM

  City Forestry says Ips Beetle populations in the Pikes Peak region are at elevated levels, due to prolonged drought stress in trees. They're reminding tree owners to maintain their trees and watch for signs of beetle infestation. Ips is a common group of bark beetles that infest and damage pine... more »

• Colorado Springs teen finalist for "America's Cutest Vegetarian"

  May 17, 2011 9:16 PM

  19 year old Jason Lihani is one of the male finalists in PETA's Cutest Vegetarian Alive contest, sponsored by peta2, PETA's youth division. Lihani beat out more than 1,200 contestants from across the U.S. He is a Colorado Springs native but currently goes to school at the University of Colorado... more »

• Watch out for wildlife on the roads

  May 16, 2011 8:02 PM

  Last night, Cyndi Walker got closer to Mother Nature than she would have liked. She was driving home along Austin Bluffs just east of Union when she spotted a large black bear running across the road toward her vehicle. "I'm like, alright I'll swerve to the right and I... more »

• On wildlife accidents and road kill permits

  May 16, 2011 4:46 PM

  Earlier I posted a story about Cyndi Walker who was hit by a bear last night as she was driving home from work along Austin Bluffs Parkway. A spokesperson for the Colorado Spring Police Department says drivers should report all traffic accidents involving wildlife even in situations like Cyndi's where... more »

• Free tickets to AFA graduation

  May 15, 2011 10:18 PM

  500 free tickets to the Air Force Academy graduation will be given out to the public tomorrow morning. The giveaway is at the Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce offices from 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. A maximum of four tickets per person are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Chamber... more »

• Bondsmen outraged at alternative bond program

  May 4, 2011 6:35 PM

  A bill at the state capitol is on a fast track to putting our government into the bail bond business. Senate Bill 186 , which passed on Wednesday, is sponsored by state senator John Morse (D) Colorado Springs and would establish a state run alternative bond program. Morse says... more »

• El Paso County Commissioners meeting canceled

  May 3, 2011 2:27 PM

  The El Paso County Commissioners meeting scheduled for this Thursday, May 5th has been canceled. City officials say the County Administration and affiliated agencies aren't requesting either formal or informal consideration of any items. The next regularly scheduled Commissioner's meeting will be next Tuesday, May 10, 2011 starting at... more »

• Man who abused his adopted son sentenced

  May 2, 2011 8:46 PM

  A Colorado Springs man convicted of abusing his adopted son was sentenced to 119 and a half years in prison to life today. Authorities Jeremiah Lovato repeatedly abused the boy from 2008 to 2010. The judge says it was one of the worst cases he had ever seen. The victim... more »

• Dad of 9/11 victim: no closure in bin Laden death

  May 2, 2011 1:34 PM

  PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - The father of a flight attendant from Rhode Island killed when her plane was flown into the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, says he's happy about the death of Osama bin Laden, but there is no closure because the family still feels his daughter's... more »

• Mayoral candidates promote small business

  May 1, 2011 12:22 AM

  Two competing politicians were on the same side today, promoting small business. Steve Bach and Richard Skorman, the two Colorado Springs mayoral candidates were at the grand opening for a new small business. Roosters Men's Grooming Center is a throwback barbershop; it's even got the traditional barber chair. Both... more »

• Colorado Springs pothole update

  April 27, 2011 9:00 PM

  Since starting the "pothole push" on April 4, the Colorado Springs Streets Division has filled 3,579 potholes. The city says they only have about 50 pothole requests to fill, the city continues to ask the public for help in reporting potholes. There are several ways you can report; call 385-ROAD... more »

• AFA grad to pilot space shuttle Endeavor

  April 27, 2011 3:46 PM

  U.S AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. - An Air Force Academy graduate will pilot the space shuttle Endeavour and carry an Air Force Academy physics experiment into space. The Endeavour is scheduled to launch this Friday at 1:47 p.m. Mountain Standard Time, from Cape Canaveral for NASA's STS-134 mission. Piloting the... more »

• Springs Rescue Mission needs your help this Easter

  April 18, 2011 7:55 PM

  As you prepare for the Easter holiday, Springs Rescue Mission is also asking for you to think of those in need. Right now they're struggling to get enough food, to put together a holiday meal this weekend, for area families. They're hoping they'll be able to gather enough supplies to... more »

• Local woman loses 80 pounds and gains a new job

  April 13, 2011 7:21 PM

  You don't usually think of weight loss as a step toward a career change, but that's exactly what happened to a local big loser. Just over a year ago Peggy Mosteller weighed 213 pounds, she's now at about 130 pounds and 19% body fat. Peggy says she was able... more »

• How a local woman lost 80 pounds

  April 13, 2011 11:44 AM

  A local woman has lost 80 pounds and is at her goal weight after just a year. Heading out to get some of her weight loss tips and find out how she did it. Her name is Peggy Mosteller, she participates in the Metabolic Max program at Jenny Craig which... more »

• Windy weather means big business for local roofers

  April 11, 2011 8:52 PM

  Roofing companies in Southern Colorado are very busy replacing missing shingles and in some cases whole roofs, thanks to our extremely windy conditions, "When the winds start blowing this hard we see damage to all kinds of roofs," says Kevin Tebedo with Western Roofing. It's not good news... more »

• Local business needs your shoes

  April 5, 2011 7:51 PM

  Spectrum Rehabilitation in Colorado Springs is hosting a Soles4Souls shoe drive until April 22nd. Soles4Souls is a nationwide nonprofit that collects new and gently used shoes, and distributes them in the US and worldwide to people in need who don't have shoes, "Of course, right now a lot of... more »

• One day without shoes; hundreds go barefoot

  April 5, 2011 7:31 PM

  Think about what you do and where you go everyday, now think about doing it without shoes. International shoe maker "TOMS shoes" asked people to go without shoes today, to raise awareness about the billions of people around the world that are forced to go bare foot. Employees at... more »

• Donate your shoes to help those in need

  April 5, 2011 12:24 PM

  Spectrum Rehabilitation in Colorado Springs is hosting a Soles4Souls shoe drive until April 22nd. Soles4Souls is a nationwide nonprofit that collects new and gently used shoes, and distributes them in the US and worldwide to people in need who don't have shoes!Currently the organization is shipping many shoes to... more »

• Woman killed in collision with tree

  April 3, 2011 7:59 AM

  A single vehicle car accident has claimed the life of a 54 year old woman in Colorado Springs. It happened at around 3:20 p.m. Saturday along Uintah Street just east of the intersection with Hancock. Investigators with the Colorado Springs Police Department say that woman was headed west on... more »

• Incline taking final steps to legitimacy

  March 29, 2011 6:38 PM

  After several months of meetings and planning sessions the Manitou Springs Incline could be one step closer to becoming a legitimate trail tonight. The Manitou Springs City Council is holding a special session to discuss and possibly vote on a plan to make the trail legal. The city is... more »