COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Colorado Parks and Wildlife has confirmed that a new strain of avian flu is killing large numbers of birds across the state and the U.S. The strain was first discovered in fall and winter of 2021 and is described by a CPW official as “the worst strain ever recorded.” KRDO
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Former CSU Pueblo head football coach John Wristen passed the head coaching torch sort of speak to new CSU Pueblo head coach Philip Vigil today, “Every time I hung up the phone, I said, This guy’s impressive,” says Former CSU Pueblo head football coach, John Wristen. “I’m so excited. It feels great to be back
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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) — 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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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. — Noah Serdachny collected a career-high five points and Brett Chorske scored a pair of power-play goals to lead Colorado College to a 7-2 non-conference victory over Princeton University Friday night at Ed Robson Arena. Serdachny, who entered the game with one assist in eight career games, scored twice and added three assists
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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) — The group of local climbers that annually ascends the summit of Pikes Peak on New Year’s Eve to set off fireworks is being honored with a newly-renovated alley. The new AdAmAn Alley is located between two buildings at 15 South Tejon Street and 17 South Tejon Street, and between the
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The airport madness impacting thousands of travelers across the country appears to be calming down here in Colorado Springs. Still, those flying Southwest are still affected. Wednesday, Dec. 28, Southwest Airlines canceled 60% of its flights nationwide, with more cancellations expected on Thursday. In Colorado Springs, Southwest canceled 22 departing and arriving
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — It’s a question many of us have asked or wondered about when the lobby of our favorite restaurant is closed, or a business closes early or has reduced hours and limited operations, or a library closes due to a staff shortage. What happened to all of the workers who left
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BACA COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — Authorities are investigating the theft of 80 pregnant cows earlier this month from an 18,000-acre ranch 30 miles northwest of Springfield, in the southeastern corner of Colorado. The rancher, Steve McEndree, told KRDO that the cattle have a value of at least $100,000. Baca County “A nice two semi-loads of
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EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. — Residents of Peyton, a small rural community 25 miles northeast of Colorado Springs, are complaining about a lack of mail delivery by the U.S. Postal Service office there. KRDO One resident posted a photo on Facebook, showing Amazon packages piled high in the post office’s parking lot; she said that
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Temperatures below zero overnight Wednesday and Thursday have already frozen exposed water pipes that eventually will crack, break and leak as the weather warms up. KRDO One local plumber said that a customer’s pipes froze while installing a new water heater. “After the installation, we had to thaw the pipes
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO)–Hundreds of people in Colorado Springs will flock to shelters to keep warm during these subzero temperatures. The Colorado Springs Red Cross, the Salvation Army, and the Springs Rescue Mission all opened extra-warming shelters for the homeless community. The Springs Rescue Mission now has a second warming shelter open to help hundreds of
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Five football players from Colorado Springs signed their letters of intent to play college football. Vista Ridge quarterback Brayden Dorman, the winner of the Golden Helmet, will play for the University of Arizona. His teammate, Brandon “Bebe” Hills, will play for Washington State. Palmer Ridge receiver/ defensive back KJ Smedley will play for the University
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The El Paso County board of commissioners said it’s willing to help migrants who are seeking asylum. However, there are certain stipulations as to who commissioners are willing to help. In a statement released Wednesday, the board said, “we believe in the rule of law and will work to keep
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — A specialized police unit will once again do what it does during periods of extreme cold and snowy weather, and hope that people experiencing homelessness will heed the message to go to an indoor shelter instead of staying outside. KRDO Members of the police department’s Homeless Outreach Team started Wednesday
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — For the second time in less than a week, local leaders gathered to reveal details about an employer’s plan to create hundreds of jobs in the city. The Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation issued a release describing an event Tuesday to “announce the largest advanced manufacturing project in
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