Increased traffic congestion a concern on U.S. 24 near Woodland Park as holiday nears
WOODLAND PARK, Colo. (KRDO) — During the Independence Day holiday weekend of 2017, a record amount of traffic caused long backups that made…
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A loophole in state law could bring more illegal fireworks into southern Colorado
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — A state law loophole could be bringing more illegal fireworks into southern Colorado because of out-of-state…
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Black Sheep among bars set to close again following governor’s order
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Bars and nightclubs are once again being ordered to close to in-person service due to an increase in COVID-19 cases…
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Kids’ lemonade stand raises money for Care and Share Food Bank of Southern Colorado
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — “Lohak Lemonade” is proving you’re never too little to make a big difference. The lemonade stand – founded by…
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Fremont County investigating drowning death of woman
FREMONT COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a woman was found dead in the Arkansas River on Tuesday.…
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On the lookout: Suspected thief turns himself in, Fountain police looking for fugitive
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — On Tuesday, a man suspected of stealing a car in Colorado Springs has turned himself into police. In May, KRDO put…
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Fatal shooting by off-duty Colorado Springs officer deemed self-defense, according to DA
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office says no charges will be filed against a Colorado Springs police officer…
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Background checks, a metric for gun sales, hit all-time high
(AP) — Historic numbers of background checks to purchase or possess a firearm have been conducted in June. It’s just the latest month with…
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Police shoot, kill burglary suspect in southwestern Colorado
DURANGO, Colo. (AP) — Police in Durango shot and killed a burglary suspect who opened fire on an officer at an auto parts store. The Durango…
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Fort Carson holding fireworks show for soldiers
FORT CARSON, Colo. (KRDO) — Fort Carson and the 4th Infantry Division will host its Independence Day Fireworks Celebration around 9:20 this…
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo welcomes new hippo
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Visitors to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo can meet a new hippo soon! Once Biko, the male Nile Hippo, clears quarantine,…
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Colorado State Fair Parade cancelled because of Covid-19
PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) — The Annual Colorado State Fair Parade has been canceled because of Covid-19 restrictions, according to a release from the…
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Officers put on leave over photos tied to Elijah McClain
AURORA, Colo. (AP) — Multiple police officers in suburban Denver have been placed on paid leave during an investigation into photos that emerged of…
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Colorado Springs Police looking to identify and possibly arrest protesters in Tuesday I-25 closure
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The Colorado Springs Police Department says it has launched an investigation into a protest that caused delays and…
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Citing racial bias, San Francisco will end mug shots release
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — San Francisco police say they will stop releasing the mug shots of people who have been arrested unless they pose a threat to…
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Colorado sees record-high voter turnout during 2020 State Primary
DENVER, Colo. (KRDO) — The State of Colorado says voter turnout for the 2020 State Primary is likely the largest in the state’s history, with votes…
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Black Forest bar says it’ll stay open after Governor Polis’ announces new action
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Governor Jared Polis announced Tuesday that bars and nightclubs will be closed again, but the Chicken Coop in Black…
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Money Matters: August passes at Rocky Mountain National Park up for grabs Wednesday
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Reservations to enter Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) for the month of August will go on sale Wednesday at 10…
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Coloradans offered 50 percent discounts on breathalyzers by the Colorado Department of Transportation
DENVER, Colo. (KRDO) — Ahead of the Fourth of July the Colorado Department of Transportation is partnering with breathalyzer company BACtrack to…
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Labor Day Lift Off will continue without lake events and field activities
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The 43rd Annual Labor Day Lift Off is a go despite the coronavirus pandemic. However, organizers say there will be…
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