
Approved Variance For El Paso County Increases Occupancy For Restaurants, Gyms, Private Receptions
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has approved a variance for El Paso County that allows for more people in indoor and outdoor businesses.

By Elena Rivera

Pikes Peak Community College Plans For In-Person Return To Campus This Fall
Pikes Peak Community College plans to resume in-person classes in a little less than two months for the fall semester.

By Elena Rivera

Colorado Springs Poets ‘Process The Difficult Realities’ Of Coronavirus Through Writing
Poets and writers in Colorado Springs are adapting to a new reality in quarantine due to coronavirus, where writing groups are hosted on Zoom and community open mics have gone virtual.

By Elena Rivera

Nature’s Neighborhood: Adams Open Space, Shooks Run Trail
As parks, trails and nature centers continue to open to the public, local park officials still encourage visitors to avoid crowding popular spaces and continue social distancing. This week on […]

By Elena Rivera

Nature’s Neighborhood: Mt. Herman Hike, Sinton Trail
As people plan summer adventures to enjoy the outdoors, it’s important to continue maintaining social distancing guidelines and avoid overcrowded areas.

By Elena Rivera

Colorado Springs City Council Moves Toward A Vote On Police Advisory Committee
Colorado Springs City Council had its second work session on Tuesday around the formation of a police advisory committee. Two groups presented proposals on the idea.

By Elena Rivera

‘It’s Time For Black People To Be Heard:’ Colorado Springs Community Organizer On Protesting
City Council convenes Tuesday to continue discussions on forming an advisory committee for the Colorado Springs Police Department.

By Elena Rivera

PHOTOS: Protesters Gather Outside Closed City Council Work Session On Police Accountability
Protesters gathered on Thursday afternoon outside of City Hall for a funeral procession to remember people in Colorado Springs killed by police.


Nature’s Neighborhood: Nancy Lewis Park, Lincoln Mountain Open Space
As the weather heats up, we’re wanting to enjoy the outdoors more and more–but we also need to continue following social distancing guidelines and avoid piling up at popular parks.


‘This Isn’t A New Issue:’ Colorado Springs Social Justice Advocate Reflects On Current Moment
Colorado Springs City Council had a closed meeting Thursday to discuss creating an advisory committee aimed at addressing policing issues in the community.

By Elena Rivera

‘The Community Is Demanding More Of You:’ First Council Meeting Since Protests Began In CO Springs
Tuesday marked the first regular city council meeting in Colorado Springs since protests over police brutality began in the city. Community members voiced their concerns during the public comment section, […]

By Elena Rivera

‘Channel This Moment Into A Transformational Opportunity:’ Stephany Rose Spaulding On Protests
Protesters across the country have gathered to denounce police brutality and demand action from their representatives.

By Elena Rivera

Nature’s Neighborhood: Wildflower Park, Bluestem Prairie Open Space
As the weather heats up, we’re wanting to enjoy the outdoors more and more–but we also need to maintain social distancing guidelines and avoid piling up at popular parks.


Curfew Enacted In Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers issued a curfew Wednesday, effective immediately, as protests sparked after the killing of George Floyd in Minnesota continue in the city and across the country.


Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve Opens In Stages Starting June 3
Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve announced a phased opening starting June 3.

By Elena Rivera

Nature’s Neighborhood: Monument Preserve, Bear Creek Regional Park
As the weather heats up, we’re wanting to enjoy the outdoors more and more, but we also need to maintain social distancing guidelines and avoid piling up at popular parks.

By Elena Rivera