Colorado Wildfires: Evacuations lifted for fires in El Paso, Otero and Teller counties
The Silver Charm in Colorado Springs has spurred evacuations, but has not destroyed any buildings as of 3 p.m. Fire crews say it is under control.
Multiple fires in Southern Colorado prompt evacuations over the weekend
Multiple fires in southern Colorado Sunday prompted the evacuation of an animal shelter in Pueblo, and other areas in El Paso and Teller counties. It was not immediately known how many people were affected by the evacuations.
In reversal, motorized watercraft will now be allowed at Prospect Lake in Colorado Springs
After public feedback, the city’s parks department says it will delay installation to allow for a more normal season. They now expect to install the system in September.
Fixing the toxic algae problem at Prospect Lake in Colorado Springs means no more water skiing
A new system aimed at cutting down on toxic algae blooms in the lake means motorized watercraft will no longer be allowed.
Wind gusts top 100 mph in southern Colorado
The high winds blew down trees, took out power and closed major highways.
I-25 South Gap to open nearly a year ahead of schedule and under budget
The 18-mile lane expansion project between Monument and Castle Rock added an express lane in each direction, wildlife crossings and wider shoulders, among other things.
Use of force audit of the Colorado Springs Police Department is delayed to gather more information
The report is now due sometime early next year. It was originally expected to be complete by the end of this year.
Colorado Springs Ballot Issue 2D results: Voters head toward approving funds for wildfire mitigation
Voters in Colorado Springs are leaning toward supporting a measure aimed at creating a wildfire mitigation and prevention program.
Colorado Springs Ballot Issue 2C results: Voters poised to reject changes to TOPS tax
Voters in Colorado Springs appear to be rejecting changes to the city’s sales tax designated for trails, open space and parks, known as TOPS.
Colorado Springs Ballot Issue 2C: Should the existing sales tax for trails, open spaces and parks be extended and doubled?
Colorado Springs estimates that there’s about a $270 million backlog of needs in the park system
Colorado Springs Ballot Issue 2D: Retaining more revenues beyond the TABOR cap to create a wildfire mitigation fund
The program would be citywide and could include the physical removal of brush, wildfire education and evacuation planning.
Colorado Springs Celebrates Its Sesquicentennial!
The state’s second largest city, Colorado Springs celebrates its sesquicentennial on Saturday, July 31, meaning it was founded 150 years ago. There were already people there, Garden of the Gods for example, was considered a sacred space for Indigenous people. But in 1871, Colorado Springs was born. KRCC Managing Editor Andrea Chalfin joins us with insight into then and now.
Looking Back At 150 Years In Colorado Springs: Stories, Photos And More
On July 31, 1871, the city of Colorado Springs was officially born. The city is celebrating its sesquicentennial with a “Parade Through Time” and a festival, both taking place downtown. We’ll be updating this page daily leading up to July 31, with conversations, stories and photos as we look back on our city.
‘Beards, Bonnets And Brews’ Fest In Colorado Springs Celebrates The City’s Founding 150 Years Ago
Colorado Springs continued its sesquicentennial celebration with a festival at Rock Ledge Ranch.
Shooting At Colorado Springs Birthday Party Kills Seven People, Including Suspected Gunman
According to a statement from police, a birthday party was underway that included friends, family and children. Police said a boyfriend of one of the female victims walked inside the residence and began shooting people before shooting and killing himself.
2021 City Council Election Results: Colorado Springs Voters Favor A Focus On Infrastructure And Small Business
Three new faces will sit on Colorado Springs City Council.
