Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
Nine-time Unlimited division champion Nobuhiro “Monster” Tajima of Japan switched from his traditional gasoline-powered past to the…
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Hill Climb helps boost business at local hotels
The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is putting a spotlight on the region, and businesses hope to profit from it. Multiple hotels in the area,…
Continue ReadingColorado Springs man killed in I-70 crash
A man from Colorado Springs was killed in a car crash Saturday morning. The crash happened on eastbound I-70 about 10 miles east of Limon. Troopers…
Continue ReadingMonument boy remembered in hometown of Bayfield
Just a few days after his remains were found and confirmed in La Plata County, 13-year-old Dylan Redwine was remembered by friends and relatives…
Continue ReadingColorado Springs Fire Department offers advice for drivers in flash floods
Colorado Springs Fire Department offered advice to drivers Saturday after its crews rescued two people from their submerged car Friday night. The…
Continue ReadingMan who lost pets in Black Forest Fire surprised with new puppy
A man who lost his home and pets in the Black Forest Fire received a special surprise Saturday: a new puppy. Darrell Fortner’s family lost nine…
Continue ReadingPueblo teens helping victims of the Black Forest Fire
A group of pueblo teens is making a difference. The teens are collecting money for the victims of the Black Forest Fire. The ‘God Squad’…
Continue ReadingSamaritan’s Purse helps those who lost homes in Black Forest Fire
Families who lost homes in the Black Forest Fire have a lot of work in front of them, and an international group is stepping in to help with one of…
Continue ReadingSecretary of Defense Q & A
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel wrapped up a two day visit in Colorado Springs on Friday. We caught up with him at two locations. He was at the super…
Continue ReadingCandlelight memorial planned for Dylan Redwine
Residents plan a candlelight memorial for a 13-year-old boy who was found dead in southwest Colorado after he was reported missing in November. The…
Continue ReadingCar submerged, two rescued
Two people, trapped in a submerged car, were rescued by Colorado Springs firefighters Friday night. It happened near Austin Bluffs and Siferd, an…
Continue ReadingFirefighters warn of variety of ways to start fires
Lighted cigarette butts and unattended campfires are two common causes of wildfires. But firefighters alert us to other causes we may be less aware…
Continue ReadingCourting Hill Climb customers
Local merchants say summer business has been great, but the upcoming Pikes Peak Hill Climb could make the season even better. The weekend event will…
Continue ReadingNew assistance center opens for Black Forest
El Paso County officials have satisfied a popular request from Black Forest fire victims, that disaster assistance be easier to get. A new office of…
Continue ReadingOrphaned fawn is rescued from the ashes of Black Forest
A miracle, of sorts, in the woods of Black Forest. An orphaned fawn is rescued after a family spots him near their burned home. YouTube user…
Continue ReadingMan suspected in Colorado Rogaine thefts arrested
A man suspected of stealing almost $10,000 in teeth-whitening strips, weight-loss pills, condoms, Rogaine and other products from Walgreen stores in…
Continue ReadingFire burning on Fisher’s Peak
A wildfire is burning on Fisher’s Peak in Las Animas County according to aroundtrinidad.com The site reports that the fire is burning on the…
Continue ReadingHumane Society offering free cat adoptions this weekend
A deluge of kitties and a drop in adoptions has the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region offering up a good deal for cat lovers this weekend. Cat…
Continue ReadingGun seller gets ready to close his doors
A Fountain gun seller prepared to close his business’s front door for good Friday in light of Colorado’s new gun laws. Fire arms sells…
Continue Reading30,000 expected to pack downtown for Fan Fest
Colorado Springs will kick off hill climb weekend with a huge party downtown Friday night. Fan fest kicks off at 5 p.m. and lasts until 10. Tejon…
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