A $900 million safety improvement project on the I-70 Floyd Hill corridor is adding roughly eight to ten minutes to commute times as work continues toward its scheduled completion at the end of 2029.
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO)– With gas prices climbing as global tensions continue — including ongoing conflict in the Middle East — many Coloradans are feeling the impact at the pump. As the war with Iran continues to ripple through energy markets, drivers are paying closer attention to what each fill-up is costing. But it isn’t
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – For many, there’s still a little holiday travel ahead, whether that means hitting the interstate on Thursday or taking a red-eye back home. KRDO13 spent a few hours at the Colorado Springs airport on Wednesday, where the holiday spirit was honestly missing. Most travelers we came across were frustrated about
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DENVER, Colo. (KRDO) – On Thursday, air traffic controllers nationwide received their second paystub reflecting a total net pay of $0 since the start of the government shutdown, according to records obtained from CNN. The shutdown has stretched into its 37th day, breaking the 35-day record for the longest shutdown in U.S. history. Paystub received
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LA JUNTA, Colo. (KRDO) – A pilot was injured after crashing a small plane while attempting to do a landing maneuver at the La Junta Airport on Thursday evening, the La Junta Fire Department (LJFD) confirmed. The fire department said it was called to the scene of a small engine plane crash at the La
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Allegiant is kicking off new nonstop flights out of the Colorado Springs Airport (COS). Here’s a look at their new offers, according to the company: Phoenix/Mesa, Arizona via Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) – beginning Feb. 12, 2025 Santa Ana/Orange County, California via John Wayne Airport, Orange County (SNA) – beginning Feb. 13,
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – As the new year approaches, so does the end of the holiday travel rush. But as of December 29, 2024 weather, globetrotters and numerous other factors add to delays and changes in flight times. On Sunday afternoon dozens of flights coming to and leaving the Colorado Springs Airport and the
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – American Airlines has delayed or canceled all but one of its Colorado Springs flights Thursday arriving and departing from Dallas Fort Worth (DFW), and as of 11 a.m. Denver has also experienced hundreds of delays stemming from winter storms across the country. One of the cancellations came through less than
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Colorado airports are preparing for an influx of holiday travelers. Meanwhile, a looming government shutdown could cause some delays. Congress faces a deadline Friday, when the current government funding extension expires, to pass a new bill before a government shutdown begins at midnight. TSA Administrator, David Pekoske, posted on X
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MONUMENT, Colo. (KRDO) — After a chaotic day along Interstate 25 in the Monument Hill area, drivers and authorities are hoping for a calmer and safer atmosphere Thursday. The weather is cooperating. After snow, ice and slick roads contributed to numerous crashes and slide-offs Wednesday, the pavement on I-25 was largely dry early on Thanksgiving
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EL PASO/DOUGLAS COUNTY LINE, Colo. (KRDO) — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is making two major changes this week with the tolling system for express lanes in the I-25 “Gap” from just north of Monument to Castle Rock. The express lanes on that 18-mile stretch opened nearly a year ago. Starting Monday, CDOT will
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Colorado State Patrol (CSP) say that they are beginning their “Heat is On” DUI enforcement program. Starting Thursday, Nov. 21, CSP — as well as 75 other local law enforcement agencies — are expected to have an increased presence on the roads and
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COLORADO (KRDO) – Whether it be through the skies or on the roads, AAA projects 79.9 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles over the Thanksgiving holiday. According to AAA, the number of travelers this year is expected to exceed 2023’s numbers by 1.7 million people. Consumer spending is up nearly 5 percent from
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Starting in February, Allegiant will begin new nonstop routes to Colorado Springs, the airline announced. Here’s a look at the routes soon to come to the Colorado Springs Airport (COS): Phonenix/Mesa, Arizona (AZA) Santa Ana/Orange County, California (SNA) St. Pete/Tampa, Florida (PIE) “These additions reflect our ongoing commitment to meet
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HUERFANO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) – The Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) and Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) are distributing grants to communities across Colorado with one hope: boost tourism through marketing. According to a release, Huerfano County is one of 16 recipients. The city of Trinidad, the Colorado Springs Convention & Visitors
Continue ReadingDENVER, Colo. (KRDO) – Travelers taking to the skies this holiday season might notice some changes. Starting Nov. 11, A-Bridge and Ansbacher Hall will be closed for overnight construction. This will run from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m. Monday through Thursday according to officials. During the closure, travelers will need to use concourse trains to
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Colorado Springs Airport, COS, is announcing the return of discounted holiday parking just in time for one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Officials with COS say travelers can expect fifty percent off parking during two different holiday periods: November 25, 2024 – December 1, 2024 December 20,
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Starting June 7, 2025, Southwest Airlines will begin nonstop routes from the Colorado Springs Airport (COS) to Cancun (CUN). “This is a huge win for our community and marks the beginning of a new chapter for COS withinternational service for the first time in our history,” said Greg Phillips, Director
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – UPDATE: Repairs were completed at 3 p.m. Monday; at times, traffic backed up to the Circle Drive/Lake Avenue interchange. After June was marked by lane closures and even full closures of Interstate 25 through the Fountain area, July begins with another lane closure that started late Monday morning. The Colorado
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Two right lanes along Interquest Parkway and Northgate Boulevard are closed following a crash. According to COtrip, the accident was reported at 8:03 a.m. this morning (Wednesday, May 22nd), going northbound. It’s between Exit 153 and 156. Drivers are being advised to use the left lanes to continue travel and
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