Suspect arrested in series of drive-by shootings targeting Douglas County car dealerships
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Colo. — A suspect was arrested in connection with a series of drive-by shootings targeting car dealerships, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office said. Matthew Schwettman, 38, was arrested on seven counts of illegal discharging a firearm and one count of criminal mischief. Schwettman allegedly drove by...
Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Celebrates 2025 Milestones and Shares Personal Holiday Traditions in Year-End...
In an upbeat year-end podcast, Mayor Yemi of Colorado Springs outlined the top 10 achievements his administration secured for the city in 2025. The accomplishments, ranging from public safety enhancements to infrastructure improvements, signal an active year for the local government. Mayor Yemi took this opportunity...
CSPD: Pedestrian killed in crash on north side
UPDATE: FRIDAY 12/19/2025 8:27 p.m. (COLORADO SPRINGS) — According to CSPD, Voyager Parkway has reopened. FRIDAY 12/19/2025 7:46 p.m. The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) said Voyager Parkway between Ridgeline Drive and Longs Peak Trail is closed in both directions due to a fatal crash involving a...
The Wild Rose Bakeshop Opens Downtown
Downtown gets a new bakery featuring Southern-style goodies — just in time for the holidays. Downtown Colorado Springs is getting a delicious new addition just in time for the holidays. The Wild Rose Bakeshop is holding its official grand opening at 119 E. Boulder Street on Friday, Dec. 19. On the menu will be...
EPSO K9 Mako receives donated bullet and stab-resistant vest
EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- K9 Mako from the El Paso County Sheriff's Office (EPSO) has officially received a donated new bullet and stab-resistant protective vest. EPSO says the new vest is embroidered with a message honoring fallen EPSO K9 Jink, which reads "In memory of Jink-Trusted K9 Protector."
Community holds holiday parade at Children’s Hospital Colorado Thursday
The Colorado Springs community held a holiday parade Thursday morning for patients and families at Children's Hospital Colorado.
Colorado Now Has the Largest Wildlife Overpass – Take a Look
The first wildlife overpass was reportedly installed in Utah in 1975. Over 50 years later, they are more and more common, which is good. Money spent on preventing vehicle-wildlife accidents is worth every penny.
Mayor Yemi presents top COS achievements from 2025
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Mayor of Colorado Springs, Yemi Mobolade, held a press conference on Thursday, Dec. 18, to celebrate the progress the city government has made in 2025. To do so, Mayor Yemi gave the community a countdown of the top 10 accomplishments in Colorado Springs in 2025. “As we close out, 2025, I […]
K9 Riggs helps capture alleged wanted felon
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) said on Friday, Dec. 19, K9 Riggs assisted in the arrest of an individual with an active felony arrest warrant south of downtown. According to CSPD, on Friday at around 11 a.m., Officer Mueller with the Downtown Area Response Team saw 36-year-old...
NORAD continues decades-long tradition of tracking Santa’s trip around the world
PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. (AP) — Sometimes kids drop the phone after hearing Santa won’t show up if they’re not asleep. Others who call the NORAD Tracks Santa hotline wonder if St. Nick will be able to find them. Adults who also remain devoted to the jolly figure said to deliver presents around the world are...
