COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Throughout a Colorado Springs high school are reminders of a young athlete gone too soon. In Harrison High School, the trophy case, football locker, and stadium all include memorabilia in honor of #63, Fermin Vialpando. “He always like had a plan for everything for his life,” said Sundae Romero, Fermin’s
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Colorado Springs Fire Department has reported receiving complaints that a telemarketing company is soliciting donations, claiming to be for the agency. The fire department wants to let everyone know that they’re not soliciting funds. According to the fire department, Colorado State Fair Fighters Foundation is not associated with Colorado Springs
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COLORADO (KRDO) — Colorado is launching its 2023 human trafficking campaign to bring awareness for the month of January, according to the state. Human trafficking can be hard to notice. It’s challenging to figure out people’s true intentions when out in public. The 2023 campaign focuses on putting into words that gut feeling that there’s
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — A number of drivers are combining drugs and alcohol before getting behind the wheel, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. That’s leading to more accidents on the roads involving impaired drivers. According to the latest CDOT data, 247 lives were lost because of impaired driving in 2022, accounting for
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Many people are wondering how a pro football player who’s young, in top physical condition and wearing protective equipment, can suddenly experience cardiac arrest and be in critical condition after seemingly-minor contact while tackling another player. That’s the common question being asked by the public Tuesday about Buffalo Bills safety
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — In 2023, thousands of Colorado Springs kids will get the chance to play youth sports for free at park sites across the city thanks to a program created by Olympic City USA. The typical $82 fee to play spring soccer will be waived for the first 460 kids to register
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COLORADO (KRDO) — In response to the Polis administration’s efforts to save Coloradans’ money, $29 Keep Colorado Wild state park passes are now available, Governor Jared Polis, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and the Division of Motor Vehicles announced Tuesday. “These exciting money savings build upon our work to reduce costs and make sure Coloradans can
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — A 16-foot sculpture is being installed outside the SpringHill Suites and Element hotel, at the corner of Costilla and South Tejon on Tuesday. The sculpture is called “Tomorrow” by James Mortier Wills V of Colorado Springs. According to downtown Colorado Springs, the sculpture is described to be fabricated in perforated
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, all lanes are back open on southbound I-25 between Exit 122 and Exit 119 following a reported vehicle fire in the area. Tuesday, the Colorado Department of Transportation reported a vehicle fire, just before 8:20 a.m. In response, a portion of the right
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Crews put out a fire contained inside a bedroom at an apartment complex, according to Colorado Springs Fire Department. Tuesday, crews were dispatched to a fire at Arbor Pointe Apartments, just after 7:45 a.m. At 8:04 a.m., crews reported that the fire was extinguished. Crews said one person received minor
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COLORADO (KRDO) — State lawmakers in Colorado are pushing for a government-run insurance plan for homeowners. Homeowners said they’re finding it difficult to get insured by private companies because of the rising wildfire risk in Colorado. Rep. Judy Amabile said she’s looking to introduce a bill next session that would create a “last resort” insurance
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — A man was taken into custody after a vehicle was found engulfed in flames near Monument Valley Parking Lot on Sunday. Colorado Springs Police Department and ColoradoSprings Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire in the 1800 block of N. Cascade Ave., just after 10 p.m. According to the police,
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Police are investigating the shooting of a woman late Sunday night a few blocks southeast of Citadel Mall on the city’s east side. According to police, officers responded to a reported shooting shortly after 11 p.m. in the 3900 block of Bijou Street, and found the victim with two gunshot
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The holidays have come and gone, and for those who got a real Christmas tree for the holiday season, it may be time to decide what to do with it now. Throughout the month of January there are multiple places around El Paso County to recycle Christmas trees. Treecycle and
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Kaidan Mbereko is having a fantastic season for Colorado College. He’s been so good that he earned a spot for Team USA in the World Juniors Championship. He has aspirations of reaching the NHL, and it all started with a pair of pads he received at the age of six. KRDO Sports Director Rob Namnoum
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COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. — Adam Robbins scored on a breakaway with 1:35 remaining in overtime to give Princeton a 2-1 victory over Colorado College Saturday at Ed Robson Arena. After Stanley Cooley took the puck behind the Princeton net, his centering pass was deflected by Nick Seitz right to Robbins, who took the puck the length
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Another outbreak of avian flu, following an earlier outbreak this summer, is combining with increased holiday demand to limit the availability of eggs in stores — and raise prices, as well. KRDO Many store shelves in the region are empty, and higher egg prices — between $5 and $10 a
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Southern Colorado residents, especially those who have moved here in recent years, may be wondering where they can go to celebrate the new year. The region has lacked a signature event, and has relied on a variety of smaller events to appeal to a wider range of people. Anthem Music
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Colorado’s minimum wage is set to increase again. Starting Sunday, January 1, 2023 all employers in Colorado are required to pay workers who don’t receive tips at least $13 and 65 cents an hour. This is the 16th straight year in a row that Colorado’s minimum wage has increased. Colorado Springs Economist,
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EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 3, roadways on eastbound Londonderry Drive between Angeles Road and Mt. Princeton Drive will be closed as crews replace the curb and gutter in the area, according to county officials. Detours through the following areas: Meridian Ranch Blvd. from Londonderry Drive to Stapleton DriveStapleton Drive from
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