- A study of the 2012 Waldo Canyon wildfire recommends that crews fighting similar fires that spread into urban areas be trained in both structure protection and traditional wildland firefighting tactics.
- Camping fees for Colorado Parks and Wildlife are going up to help keep up with rising maintenance and utility costs. The fee increase will be anywhere from $2-$10 a night
- Community leaders in the Pikes Peak region are taking on the issue of chronic homelessness, and they’re seeking public engagement at a summit in Colorado Springs. A collaborative group called
- The El Paso County Clerk’s office is urging voters to contact them if they have yet to receive a ballot. KRCC’s Tucker Hampson reports. About 340,000 ballots went out in
- The Colorado Springs Police Department has received a grant of $600,000 to purchase 500 body cameras.
- The city of Woodland Park is taking the next step in planning for traffic issues in and around the city.
- A group opposing a proposed sales tax measure for road repairs in Colorado Springs has launched its campaign.
- Inquiries into last month’s spill of toxic wastewater into the Animas River in Southwestern Colorado continue on Capitol Hill. The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee held a hearing Wednesday
- The 143rd Colorado State Fair closed on Monday with strong attendance, but the discussion continues on whether to move the fair out of Pueblo. KRCC’s Tucker Hampson reports.
- The Colorado State Fair is full swing in Pueblo this week, and early numbers show a possible increase in turnout over last year.
- The USA Pro Challenge recently announced the route for this year’s bicycling race, and as expected, Colorado Springs was not among the stage cities. KRCC’s Tucker Hampson reports. The race
- Rains this week have stalled roadwork on Kiowa and Bijou streets in downtown Colorado Springs. KRCC’s Tucker Hampson reports. The roads were milled and ready for paving when the recent heavy
- The City of Colorado Springs is currently accepting proposals from architectural and engineering firms to design the new Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center. KRCC’s Tucker Hampson reports. Over 600,000 people reach
- Army leadership is seeking public input in light of changes and cuts that could affect the Pikes Peak Region.
- Experts from western states are gathering in New Mexico to talk about drought and its impacts on recreation and tourism.
- El Paso County is undergoing a master plan process to get public input for the new Falcon Regional Park. The 215-acre park site is east of the Meridian Ranch Development
