Smells That Drive Skunks Away From Colorado Homes
As evening falls across Colorado, skunks start to stir, slipping through yards in search of snacks and shelter. They may look harmless, but one spray can leave your space reeking for days. Luckily, their powerful sense of smell—so good at finding food—can be used against them. Homeowners from...
Colorado Springs wine shops react to new 15% EU tariff
The United States set a 15% tariff on most goods imported from the European Union (E.U.). The E.U. is still considering whether to approve the framework.
How This Beloved BBQ Spot Won Locals’ Hearts in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Hidden away on Colorado Springs’ east side, The Chuckwagon 719 serves authentic Texas BBQ that has locals lining up before noon. This family-run gem started as a food truck in Spring 2023 and quickly became so popular that they opened their brick-and-mortar location in May 2024, operating Thursday through Sunday...
Buc-ee’s Could Pay Dearly to Build in a Small Colorado Town
(Palmer Lake, Colorado) - Buc-ee's is having no problem spreading its goodness across the United States. Thing is, some places are not very happy that Buc-ee's is wanting to come to their area. This has led to some contentious fights and several lawsuits. One of those towns that has fought...
New snapshot survey shines light on homelessness in El Paso County
EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The results for the 2025 Point-in-Time (PIT) count that provides insight into homelessness in El Paso County have been released. Pikes Peak Continuum of Care (PPCoC), in partnership with ChangeLine (formerly Community Health Partnership), announced this year's count: Identified 1,745...
Parker teen pursues her dream to become a neurosurgeon
From a young age, Parker resident McKenna Keenan, had dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon. “I feel like I have such a calling to do neurosurgery,” said Keenan. “I’m so passionate about (neurology) and medicine that I just feel like any time I try to pull away, it brings me right back.”
18-year-old charged with murder in Castle Pines family stabbing
Douglas County's 23rd Judicial District Attorney charged a man for murder after he allegedly stabbed his mother to death and critically injured his sister at a Castle Pines apartment complex last week. On Friday, Douglas County Judge Daniel Worhola reviewed the charges Messiah Williams, 18: first-degree murder;...
Homestead Collective closes three concepts months after grand opening
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Three concepts have closed inside one of Colorado Springs’ newest multi-entity facilities. The Homestead Collective announced on Monday, July 28, that three of their concepts: Garden of the Gods Market and Cafe at Homestead, Till Kitchen, and Campfire Pizza were all closing effective immediately....
Number of homeless people reaches all-time high in new report
(EL PASO COUNTY) — A new report is showing nearly 600 more people are experiencing homelessness in El Paso County this year compared to 2024. “This is likely due to both a real increase in homelessness and a more comprehensive count,” said Becky Treece, the Chair of the Pikes Peak Continuum of Care. The latest […]
Buc-ee’s critics not swayed after specific proposal details released
TRI LAKES AREA, Colo. (KRDO) - This weekend, we got our first look at the official plan for the proposed Palmer Lake Buc-ee's. Days after the town released the proposal, the 'Stop Buc-ees' group held a meeting in Monument. KRDO13 attended the meeting and found that many still have concerns over the proposed...
