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• Growth and real estate look good in Pueblo West

  February 6, 2013 4:31 PM

  It's a city that's been booming for years, with a high climb in population since 2000. We found out more about Pueblo West when it comes to people and real estate. "We get people in and out of here quite a lot," said Laurie Cozzetto, Community Development Manager for Pueblo... more »

• Fort Carson growth: an inside look

  January 22, 2013 4:15 PM

  These are just a couple of helicopters from Fort Carson's new Combat Aviation Brigade. Of the projects going on at Fort Carson, the CAB is the largest; involving construction of 15 to 20 buildings costing around $700 million. News 5 got an exclusive tour of new facilities and areas... more »

• Colo. draws 31,000 residents from other states

  January 15, 2012 6:22 PM

  DENVER (AP) - The Census Bureau says Colorado had a net gain of more than 31,000 people moving to the state from elsewhere in the U.S. last year, fifth-highest in the nation. The Denver Post reported Sunday that Colorado was the most popular state among 25- to 44-year-olds who moved.... more »

• Southern Colo. Duckett fire still has potential to grow

  June 15, 2011 1:32 PM

  WESTCLIFFE, Colo. (AP) - Authorities say a wildfire burning in the southern Colorado mountains still has the potential to grow. The fire near Westcliffe was listed at 2,300 acres Wednesday, a day after low humidity helped the fire make a significant run to the south. Crews were able to... more »

• Colorado sees population boom despite job losses

  April 24, 2011 2:19 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Economists and demographers say the number of people moving to Colorado is far outpacing the jobs created in the state. The Denver Post reported Sunday that economists predict the state will gain between 10,000 to 20,000 jobs this year but Colorado's population is expected to grow... more »

• Report predicts positive impact from Southern Delivery System

  March 22, 2011 6:26 PM

  A report on construction of the Southern Delivery System says the pipeline will contribute to the creation of thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in earnings for the population. Those are among the findings of a new independent economic development report commissioned by the Center for Regional Advancement, an... more »

• Census expected to show population growth has slowed

  December 20, 2010 4:57 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) - The closely watched 2010 census will likely show America's once-torrid population growth dropping to the lowest level since possibly the Great Depression. In Congress, the steady migration to the South and West will be a boon to Republicans with GOP-leaning states such as Texas picking up new... more »

• Global oil demand seen stronger than expected

  October 13, 2010 8:21 AM

  The International Energy Agency says it has raised its forecast for global oil demand this year and next following new data showing stronger-than-expected economic growth, especially in rich developed economies. The Paris-based energy watchdog says global demand for crude will reach 86.9 million barrels a day this year, up... more »

• Boulder wants Supreme Court to stop church growth

  October 1, 2010 8:32 AM

  Boulder County wants the U.S. Supreme Court consider its dispute with a church that wants to nearly double the size of its 128,000-square-foot campus. The Daily Camera reports that the county commissioners voted Thursday to press their legal battle with the Rocky Mountain Christian Church near Niwot. The... more »

• Airline industry rebounding strongly, group says

  September 21, 2010 8:33 AM

  The global airline industry has rebounded faster than expected this year but faces a slowdown next year, a major airline group said Tuesday. The International Air Transport Association said airline industry profits will likely jump this year to $8.9 billion on revenue of $560 billion, more than the group's... more »

• El Paso County population on the rise

  September 14, 2010 12:28 AM

  New census estimates show around 400,000 people are now living in Colorado Springs, with an additional 604,000 in the surrounding El Paso County. "It's about a 10% increase from 2000 for Colorado Springs, and about a 16-17% increase for El Paso County." explains Deborah Muehleisen of the Census Bureau. Some... more »

• After a decade, Pueblo riverwalk still growing

  September 7, 2010 5:37 PM

  The Historic Arkansas Riveralk of Pueblo (HARP) continues to grow, as it gets ready to mark a big milestone. Next month, the riverwalk celebrates it's 10th anniversary. New project are underway, but for some developers growth has been slow. The newest project going on is construction on a $1.5 million... more »

• Roger Clemens pleads not guilty to charge of lying

  August 30, 2010 2:21 PM

  Baseball great Roger Clemens has entered a not guilty plea to charges of lying to Congress about whether he used steroids or human growth hormone. Clemens entered his plea Monday in U.S. District Court. The arraignment happened a few blocks away from where the retired pitcher swore under oath... more »

• Growing pains are getting better, Ft. Carson leaders say

  August 23, 2010 8:28 PM

  "(20)10 marks the largest deployment of troops from Fort Carson since the Vietnam War," Col. Robert McLaughlin, Garrison Commander for Fort Carson. Roughly 10,000 soldiers are already deployed. Leaders expect the deployment cycles to continue for the near future. While these assignments will continue to keep soldiers away, the... more »

• West Slope growth rate slows

  June 7, 2010 9:28 AM

  State officials say population growth fueled by the western Colorado energy boom is slowing down in Grand Junction and surrounding Mesa County. But the state Demographer's Office says the area's population isn't expected to shrink. Elizabeth Garner, the state demographer, says Mesa County's growth rate may not pick up... more »

• Lamborn rated perfect by pro-growth organization

  June 1, 2010 6:44 PM

  In its annual congressional scorecard, Club for Growth calls 5th District Congressman Doug Lamborn (R-Colorado) the most pro-economic growth Member of Congress. Club for Growth awarded Lamborn a score of 100 percent for his voting record on legislation to help grow the economy. Lamborn ties for the top ranking with... more »

• More soldiers and more noise for Ft. Carson?

  April 16, 2010 11:20 PM

  Since September 11th, 2001, Fort Carson has seen tremendous growth, going from nearly 15,000 soldiers to nearly 25,000. More growth is anticipated down the road. As they prepare for that growth, Fort Carson brass are also preparing to step on some toes, unintentionally. At a town hall meeting Friday... more »

• Springs, Pueblo partner to improve economy

  March 2, 2010 2:31 PM

  Economic leaders in Pueblo and Colorado Springs say they're willing to work together to bring more jobs and economic growth to Colorado. The Greater Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation, the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce, and the Pueblo Economic Development Corporation are now part of a group of business partners... more »

• Economy grew in 4th quarter

  January 29, 2010 11:25 AM

  The economy grew for a second straight quarter from October through December, posting a 5.7 percent annual rate, the fastest pace since the third quarter of 2003. The Commerce Department report is the strongest evidence to date that the worst recession since the 1930s ended last year, though an... more »