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• Fire crews to patrol over holiday weekend

  July 3, 2010 7:48 PM

  The 4th of July weekend is always a busy one for firefighters in Colorado Springs. "We get a lot of injuries in the summer from fireworks." explains Lt. Kevin Bird with CSFD, "The one that goes off a little too soon that causes burn injuries or concussion injuries." As we... more »

• Bear season safety tips

  June 28, 2010 12:46 AM

  Two bears ravaged a camp ground near The Broadmoor on Sunday afternoon. It's not quite what you may think. The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo puts on this simulation to show what could happen if you don't take the proper precautions when out in the wilderness or even your back yard. The... more »

• Fallen EMTs honored in Colorado Springs

  June 27, 2010 12:32 AM

  Twenty six new names were added to the National EMS Memorial on Saturday night. It's a night to honor the men and woman who have given the ultimate sacrifice while saving others lives. "It's an occupation that is fast, unrelenting, emotional, physically and emotionally challenging, tiring and dangerous." said A.J.... more »

• Local group pushing for "strong mayor"

  May 30, 2010 12:47 AM

  A concerned group of citizens says it's time for a change in government in Colorado Springs . “We think that the system that has served Colorado Springs well for so many years is no longer working.” explains former Colorado State Senator and member of Citizens for Accountable Leadership’s Andy... more »

• One man arrested in connection with deadly shooting

  May 28, 2010 6:08 PM

  A deadly shooting in Colorado Springs last night has netted an arrest by police, but many questions remain. Investigators tell us 2 men and a woman came to a home on the 300 block of East Las Vegas Thursday night when an argument began. "At some point while they're inside... more »

• Celebs unite to help sons who lost fathers in war

  May 18, 2010 12:05 AM

  A camera crew gets ready to film a live event at the One Good Turn Ranch in Divide. It's called "Sons of the Fallen", a movie theatre event that pays tribute to boys who've lost their fathers in the war on terrorism. It features such stars as wrestler Bill Goldberg... more »

• High hopes for Proby Parkway

  May 16, 2010 11:32 PM

  The City of Colorado Springs hopes a new roadway near Drennan and Academy called the Proby Parkway will mean big things for the city. "It's going to improve access to the airport." Explains Colorado Springs City Councilman Bernie Herpin," And just as important for the neighborhood it's going to take... more »

• Fremont County angry over French documentary

  May 12, 2010 11:10 PM

  Last year a French film crew converged on Fremont County. They said they were there to film a documentary about the relationship between the prisons and the communities around them. When the film was released on the web it wasn't quite what people expected. "We're in some godforsaken place in... more »

• Rick's looking for answers after theft

  May 11, 2010 6:31 PM

  A week after Rick's Garden Center was victimized by an elaborate shoplifting ring, owner Mike Estes is still looking for answers. "They just grabbed them only about 15 feet from the front door and they were out." Security footage show thieves split up while one snatched equipment often used... more »

• Gov. candidate seeks running mate on Craigslist

  May 9, 2010 11:26 PM

  One look at Craigslist and you can find just about anything you could ever need on the internet. It has bikes, cars and even video games. But Colorado's next Lieutenant Governor? You betcha! "It seems non-traditional to say the least." says a Colorado Springs resident we spoke to downtown. It... more »

• Malkin speaks about political unrest, 2010/12 elections

  May 8, 2010 10:36 PM

  Conservative author, journalist and Colorado Springs resident Michelle Malkin took part in the Peak Freedom Festival celebration Saturday night. It's a meeting of conservative minds on subjects ranging from bailouts to immigration. Malkin says events like this are happening like never before. "It is absolutely unprecedented, the level of... more »

• Ribbon cutting hopefully a sign of things to come

  May 1, 2010 11:46 PM

  A ribbon cutting at Angle Tech bikes signals the beginning of new business in Colorado Springs. Kelvin Clark brought his business from Woodland Park to Colorado Springs in order to further the company. "We just needed to come closer to the city and be more involved in the Springs." he... more »

• Teens take a stand against sexual assault

  April 28, 2010 11:39 PM

  The residents of Canon City come together to march and to take a stand against sexual assault. "It brings awareness to the issue of sexual assault, rape, incest, all of those things." explains march organizer Jenny Lehl, "And what we hope to obtain from it is community support for people... more »

• CSPD numbers show crime rates are up

  April 27, 2010 11:56 PM

  As Colorado Springs Police investigate Sunday's fatal shooting the fear for many is crime rates will go up as city street lights go down. Add that to massive police budget cuts, and it seems that just may be the case. "Unfortunately we've found ourselves in a position where we responding... more »

• Families memorialize lost children

  April 25, 2010 10:54 PM

  Families who've lost their children gathered Sunday afternoon to remember the loved ones who left this life too soon. "We hope that it's another step in the healing process for families." explains Memorial Health Systems Chaplain Michelle Todd. Daniel Regalado and Brooke Ruth know the pain all too well.... more »

• Film fest brings together fans, filmmakers

  April 24, 2010 11:08 PM

  For the third year the Indie Spirit Film Festival is letting movies goers in Southern Colorado see films they wouldn't see everyday. "Word's getting out about Colorado Springs and the festival so it's pretty exciting" says festival director Chris Loud, "This really gives an opportunity for those filmmakers who have... more »

• Ft. Carson soldier awarded Bronze Star

  April 21, 2010 11:23 PM

  The military's Bronze Star Medal with Valor is a rare honor. Wednesday afternoon it was awarded to Corporal Helen Ruhl with Fort Carson's 4th Brigade Combat Team. It's a bittersweet honor for Cpl. Ruhl. "It's a horrible way to earn a wonderful award." she says. The award stems from... more »

• EPA regulations at heart of protest

  April 20, 2010 3:27 PM

  EPA regulations were at the heart of a protest rally in Colorado Springs Tuesday afternoon. The group American's for Prosperity brought their nationwide Regulation Reality Tour to America the Beautiful Park. The group is protesting possible global warming regulations by the Environmental Protection Agency. AFP Colorado State Director Jeff Crank... more »

• Investigation finds over 200 flawed dui tests

  April 19, 2010 10:59 PM

  We now know more about some problems with dui testing in Colorado Springs. Investigators first started looking into this back in November 2009. As a result, nearly 8,000 blood alcohol tests from 2006 till 2009 had to be re-tested with 200 resulting in false readings. They now say a chemist... more »

• Thousands flock to Medical Cannabis Expo

  April 18, 2010 11:35 PM

  It's a movement that's getting tough to ignore. More people than ever before are signing up to use medical marijuana and Sunday's Medical Cannabis Expo stands as proof. Over 7000 people from across the state flocked to the Antlers Hotel on Sunday to take part in the convention. Dr.... more »

• U.S. space supremacy now in question

  April 17, 2010 11:05 PM

  In the midst of President Obama's announcement Thursday that NASA's human space flight budget will be reduced. Many in the space industry fear the US is losing its grip on space superiority. "What we are seeing is that we are not holding our place." says Janet Stevens with the Space... more »