Vehicle camping now illegal in Colorado Springs, City Council decides after another impassioned session
After listening to another lengthy and impassioned round of opposition Tuesday, the Colorado Springs City Council voted 7-2 to adopt a new municipal ordinance that makes living in a vehicle illegal on public property. The law combines existing ordinances that ban overnight urban camping near waterways, along trails,...
People Drive From All Over Colorado To Hunt For Deals At This Massive Swap...
In a world of online shopping and big-box stores, there exists a glorious anachronism where treasure hunting remains a contact sport and bargaining is still an art form practiced by masters and novices alike. The Colorado Springs Flea Market stands as a monument to the joy of discovery, drawing deal-seekers...
Tenured teachers cut from one of southern Colorado’s largest school districts
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - District 49 leaders are moving forward with a plan to cut 50 positions, from administrators to teachers, citing a financial crisis. According to documents obtained through the D49 Board of Education website, 50 positions are being cut. The breakdown of how many of each position are...
Nearly one year after deadly hit-and-run crash, driver sentenced as loved ones remember victim
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Nearly one year after a deadly hit-and-run crash at the intersection of Rebecca Lane and North Academy Boulevard killed Colorado Springs motorcyclist Shane Golden, the driver responsible has been sentenced. On Wednesday, David Medina was sentenced to four years in the Colorado...
Douglas County issues urgent evacuation order due to fire threat
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) has announced an evacuation order as of 2:15 p.m. on Feb. 24 for Lake Gulch to Greenland and Dahlberg to Highway 83, urging those in the area to evacuate immediately. DCSO says an evacuation center has been set up...
This Colorado Drive-In Has The Hand-Spun Shakes That Taste Just Like Summer Nostalgia
Some places build their reputation one scoop at a time, and this beloved drive in in Colorado Springs has done exactly that through decades of simple, satisfying treats. In Colorado, roadside dessert stands carry a certain nostalgic charm, and this retro favorite along North Weber Street captures that feeling...
Daisy Adds New Franchise Locations in Colorado, Vermont, and North Carolina
Daisy has announced the signing of three new franchise locations in the first five weeks of 2026, including Colorado Springs, Colorado; Burlington, Vermont; and Carrboro, North Carolina. The new locations will be led by Bryan Kurz in Colorado Springs; Marc, Kyle, and Will Bryant in Burlington; and Shane and Lisa...
Crews responding to 350-acre fire on Fort Carson Wednesday
FORT CARSON, Colo. (KKTV) - Crews are responding to a fire on Fort Carson on Wednesday morning. KKTV 11 News viewers started reaching out to our newsroom about smoke in the area at around 10:30 a.m. A large plume of smoke was visible in the area of Fort Carson from...
Douglas County Calls on Veterans to Serve
Douglas County has two open seats on its Veterans Advisory Board, seeking local veterans to help guide policy, services, and support programs for former service members.
Buffalo Soldiers helped shape Colorado’s early history
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) -During Black History Month, local historians are highlighting the role Buffalo Soldiers played in shaping the American West, including southern Colorado. The Buffalo Soldiers were among the first all-Black Army regiments formed in 1866 after the Civil War. Historians say the soldiers...
