El Paso County’s proposed budget boosts public safety spending while accounting for possible recession
Several public hearings scheduled over the next few months will give folks the chance to comment on the proposed budget.
Lawsuit against the new Sunset Amphitheater in Colorado Springs claims venue would make too much noise
Residents of Colorado Springs’ northside are suing over a controversial new amphitheater currently under construction. The suit targets both the city and Notes Live, which is building the Sunset Amphitheater.
Interview: Sallie Clark talks priorities for military, government under new role in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade appointed his former political rival, Sallie Clark, as senior advisor on government and military affairs.
Interstate 25 reopened in Pueblo after semi-truck overturned
Pueblo police say a semi-truck was transporting sawdust, so debris from the crash will take several hours to clean up.
No left turn from Platte to Nevada: Change to downtown Colorado Springs intersection aimed at reducing crashes
Drivers in downtown Colorado Springs can no longer take a left-hand turn onto North Nevada Avenue from East Platte Avenue.
City of Colorado Springs sued over approval of project designed to serve youth experiencing homelessness
The proposed Launchpad Apartments complex for youth experiencing homelessness is at the center of a lawsuit filed against the city of Colorado Springs. Two local organizations, Westside Watch and Integrity […]
Independent Records in Colorado Springs set to close after 45 years in business
A beloved local record store in Colorado Springs will soon close its doors after 45 years in southern Colorado. The manager of the store has started a crowdfunding campaign to try and help any potential buyer.
Colorado Springs development for at-risk young adults will move forward after city council rejects appeal from community members
The 50-unit apartment complex will provide permanent housing for people ages 18-to-24 at risk of experiencing homelessness.
Garden of the Gods’ new manager says she’ll look to her Indigenous background to steward the popular park
Anna Cordova knew since she was a college student that Indigenous voices needed to be heard within the field of archeology, seen as a “colonial kind of practice.”
Not just a pandemic blip: More tourists visited Pikes Peak region in 2022 compared to year before, new study finds
The study also showed that 35 percent of visitors traveled with someone with a disability, higher than the national average.
Your guide to county fairs across southern Colorado
Summer kicks off county fair season in southern Colorado. Most feature events like rodeos, live music and 4-H competitions, among other attractions.
Breaking down the latest Point-in-Time survey on homelessness in El Paso County
The latest survey found 1,302 people living without shelter in the county, about 100 fewer than last year’s count.
New survey shows fewer El Paso County residents experiencing homelessness
A recent survey shows about 1,302 people were unhoused. That’s down by 104 people compared to last year and the lowest number since 2016.
Yemi Mobolade sworn in as Colorado Springs’ new mayor
The first-time office holder promised to prioritize unity and innovative solutions for the city.
Free public transit returns again this summer. Here’s how to find rides in southern Colorado
Folks in Colorado Springs, Manitou, Widefield and Security can ride Mountain Metro Transit buses for free from June 1 through Aug. 31.
Hundreds of pounds of potatoes up for grabs in Woodland Park
The Great Potato Giveaway takes place Thursday and Friday, June 1 and 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or until all 450 pounds of potatoes are gone.
