COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The 83rd Pikes Peak or Bust Parade has been canceled, organizers announced Friday. In a statement, organizers said they made the “difficult decision” to cancel the parade and all parade-day activities scheduled for July 11, after determining they could not secure the resources needed to produce the event. “We simply
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KTLO)– La panadería La Concha Bakery estará celebrando con los fanáticos de Colorado Springs durante La Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026. Este viernes, personas podrán ir a la panadería y disfrutar de algunas pastelitos de su selección favorita. Hoy, clientes podrán comprar postres de Estados Unidos, Brazil y otras selecciones. Cualquier
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Editor’s Note: A recent version of this article stated that an appeal had been filed. A city official has clarified to KRDO13 that an appeal application has been started, but has not been officially filed at this time. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Colorado Springs city records show that an appeal application has been started
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The recent stretch of warm, dry weather has gardens across southern Colorado flourishing, but it may also be taking a toll on your plants. If you’ve noticed brown spots or holes appearing on your leaves, you’re not alone. Gardening experts say these are common signs of plant stress or pest activity during the summer months.
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FOUNTAIN, Colo. (KRDO) — Poison hemlock was recently found along Bandley Drive by a City of Fountain work crew and has since been removed. However, this noxious weed blooms rapidly during the summer months and is known to be widespread across the state. Poison Hemlock is part of the carrot family. During its first year
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TODAY: Severe storm chances return Friday afternoon and evening, with isolated thunderstorms that could produce damaging hail and damaging wind across the Plains. Temps warm a few degrees to the mid 80’s in Colorado Springs and low to mid 90s across the Arkansas River Valley. TOMORROW: We’re tracking mid to high 90s with a few
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Tonight we can expect mostly clear skies and breezy conditions throughout the Pikes Peak Region. We will see winds out of the southeast at around 20 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Overnight lows will fall into the low 50s for most areas, and upper 40s for the High Country. Friday
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EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — The U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) is looking for local families to open their homes to cadets through its Cadet Sponsor Program, which connects future Air Force and Space Force officers with community members who can provide support throughout their time at the Academy. USAFA says that each summer
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EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — The Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo is celebrating its 85th year, and fans can mark the milestone with a special ticket offer. From June 17 through June 24, rodeo fans can save 15% on tickets to select performances of the NFR Open at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo
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PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) — You can already see the early stages of a wastewater improvement project on the south side of the entrance to Confluence Park. That section of the park is closed off, with construction equipment operating, and what appear to be long pipe segments are stretched out nearby. Pueblo’s Wastewater Department is investing
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KOOSKIA, Idaho (KRDO) – The Idaho State Police (ISP) says it is investigating a three-fatality crash that happened around 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 16, on U.S. Highway 12 near milepost 113 east of Kooskia. ISP says the preliminary investigation indicates a 2019 Ford F-150 was traveling westbound on U.S. Highway 12 when the driver attempted
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) responded to a grass fire on the northbound side of I-25 just before the Nevada exit on June 18 around 1:30 p.m. CSFD crews put out the fire by 2 p.m. Stay up to date with the latest local news, sports, and investigations by downloading
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PEYTON, Colo. (KRDO) – It’s a real airstrip where pilots fly real planes. They’re just too small for all but the lightest plastic passenger. “I can’t fly real planes yet because you have to be 17, so getting to fly little ones is so cool because you have the whole thing under your control,” said
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Fremont County, Colo. (KRDO) — The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) has lifted mandatory evacuations for all of Fremont County Road F45. As of 8:30 p.m., FCSO says the fire is around 64 acres with 0% containment. Officials say firefighters continue to make progress on the “KO fire,” but winds remain a challenge. First responders
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — While some dads will spend Father’s Day on the golf course. The Father-Son Duo of Dan and Trevor Aweida will be going pedal to the metal, side by side, up America’s Mountain. “It’s unbelievable. I wouldn’t be here without my dad,” says Trevor Aweida. Trevor started out as his dad’s
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — A 40-pound tortoise has been stolen from Scales ‘N Tails Exotic Reptile Pet Shop On Tuesday, June 17, around 6:40 p.m., Howard the tortoise was taken from his outdoor pen, according to a Facebook post from Scales ‘N Tails. “We ultimately just want Howard to come home. Please, if you
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FOUNTAIN, Colo. (KRDO) — The ongoing saga of Southmoor Drive should be over soon, as crews in the past week have completed most of the repaving work needed there. A half-mile of the street overlooking Fountain Creek — from the American Legion on the south end to Paladin Place on the north end — has
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TODAY: Temps briefly drop to the 80s Thursday on the back end of a mostly dry cold front. Similar to Wednesday, our only chance for a shower or two is south of HWY 50. Critical fire weather continues across our Central Mountains due to gusty winds (up to 45 MPH) and low humidity. EXTENDED: Severe
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FOUNTAIN, Colo. (KRDO) – A brush fire ignited on Wednesday near Fountain Mesa Park, just east of Mesa Ridge High School, prompting a rapid response from the Fountain Fire Department (FFD). The blaze, which measured approximately 50 feet wide and between 200 and 300 feet long, was brought under control within an hour of the
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PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) — The Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) responded to a trash fire burning at C & C Disposal north of Pueblo. PCSO says no injuries were reported and that the fire started in a pile of trash and then spread to 11 vehicles and a small shed on the property. C &
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