Deadly shooting shuts down busy Colorado highway for several hours
Law enforcement investigating after deadly shooting shuts down busy Colorado highway. A major highway will be shut down for several hours after a deadly overnight shooting, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. America the Beautiful: How Pike’s Peak inspired one of the most famous pieces of Americana...
Showers and storms for 4th of July weekend
Strong to severe storms in the afternoon. More storms through the weekend. Warm temperatures in the 80s and 90s. 4TH OF JULY: Showers and storms form near the mountains and move east, especially around Colorado Springs and Pueblo. Scattered storms continue through the afternoon, some of which could produce gusty...
How ancient Ancestral Puebloan dwellings ended up as a roadside attraction in Colorado
Before Congress passed the 1906 Antiquities Act, ancient ruins had no federal protection from looters and relic hunters. In 1904, Virginia McClurg formed the Colorado Cliff Dwellings Association and hired William Crosby’s company to relocate authentic 800-year-old Ancestral Puebloan structures from McElmo Canyon. The...
CMZoo Bald Eagle Ouray shares a special day with America
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (CMZOO) spreads the news that the Fourth of July isn't just America's birthday, but it's also Ouray the Bald Eagle's designated hatchday. CMZoo says Ouray is considered a 'golden eagle' because she's well into her golden years by now, at the expected...
Building better bonds through positive dog training
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Whether you’re dealing with a new puppy or an older dog with behavior issues, Christy Shephard, owner of Shephard’s Dog Training, is here to help. With a focus on positive reinforcement methods, Christy teaches dogs how to learn, listen, and thrive–while helping their humans build stronger, more...
HSPPR shares pet safety tips for the 4th of July
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- As we get closer to fireworks this Fourth of July, the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) says they are reminding pet owners to take the proper steps to protect their four-legged family members. HSPPR reports that the 4th of July is one...
Why Hikers Love Seven Falls in Colorado Springs
If you love climbing stairs, Colorado is your state. Colorado loves stairs so much that we even built a staircase with 2,768 steps called the Manitou Incline. You'll find stairs in the parks, stairs on the hiking trails, and even stairs going up some of our waterfalls. Another set of...
UPDATE: Two missing-at-risk adults found safely
UPDATE: SATURDAY 7/5/2025 12:45 p.m. (COLORADO SPRINGS) — CSPD reported that both Lucille and Charlie have been safely found. ORIGINAL STORY: CSPD searching for two missing-at-risk adults SATURDAY 7/5/2025 9:25 a.m. The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) is asking for the community’s help in finding two...
Man dies in police shooting overnight in downtown Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Police are investigating the city's second officer-involved shooting in two weeks. The latest incident happened overnight Friday in downtown Colorado Springs. Police have released few details about the shooting, but said that a male suspect died at the scene; no one else was injured....
Fireworks face tight restrictions in Colorado mountain towns as fire risk surges ahead of...
Independence Day weekend is one of the most dangerous times of the year for fires, and hence, one of the most regulated. The number of firework-related incidents reported by fire departments increased by over 200% from 2023 to 2024, according to data from the Colorado Fire Incident Reporting System. With...