State approves two well permits at the site of a potential new Buc-ee’s Travel...
More than 11 million gallons of water a year could be pumped out of the ground from two future wells at the proposed site for a new Buc-ee’s Travel Center adjacent to Interstate 25 near Monument Hill. One of the wells could be drilled as deep as 2,250 feet into the Arapahoe aquifer layer of the geological formation,...
Colorado Firefighters Called To Rescue ‘Puppies’ Stuck In Drain End Up Shocked By What...
A man in Colorado spotted two tiny black shapes stuck in a storm drain and knew they were in trouble. Not sure what to do, he called the fire department. Minutes later, the firefighters showed up, ready to help. Peering inside, they froze for a moment. At first glance, it...
Court of Appeals reverses conviction of Colorado Springs woman accused of killing stepson
The Colorado Court of Appeals on Thursday overturned the conviction of a Colorado Springs woman who was found guilty of murder in the death of her 11-year-old stepson, Gannon Stauch, in January 2020. The three-judge panel reversed Letecia Stauch’s 2023 conviction and ordered a retrial over a biased juror her...
Colorado Springs foster care agency supplying foster kids with camp gear for ‘Camp Faubion’
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - A local foster care agency in Colorado Springs is asking the public for help in supplying foster kids with camp gear for their upcoming camp in April. The agency, Kids Crossing, is preparing for the event, Camp Faubion, which is designed to give foster children...
Man who threatened to kill Tesla owners pleads guilty
Watch previous coverage: Colorado Springs man accused of threatening Tesla owners (COLORADO SPRINGS) — A Colorado Springs man who threatened to kill Tesla owners and eventually Tesla CEO Elon Musk has entered a guilty plea on interstate communication of threats charges. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, in...
New sober living facility opens in Central Colorado Springs to help people transition off...
Complete Recovery Systems owned by Silver Linings Recovery Center is offering free housing and support for 30 men recovering from addiction and homelessness in Central Colorado Springs.
Colorado Springs City Council to hold Special Meeting to fill District 2 seat
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - On Monday, the Colorado Springs City Council plans to hold a Special Meeting to appoint a new councilmember to the now vacant District 2 seat. Between March 12 and March 26, candidates filled out applications, and following the closure of applications, councilmembers said they...
🐱 Gentle & Shy Cats Ready for Adoption in Colorado Springs
Looking for a calm, loving companion? Several wonderful cats in Colorado Springs are hoping to find patient, understanding adopters who can give them the safe, cozy homes they deserve. Many even have waived adoption fees — just a small license fee may apply.
El Paso County included in recreational target shooting restrictions due to elevated fire danger
EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KKTV) - Recreational target shooting restrictions have gone into effect on the Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands (PSICC) starting Wednesday due to elevated fire danger. PSICC officials said in a press release that the order applies to all national...
Colorado Springs leaders and police play April Fool’s Day pranks
EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- From city leaders to police, Colorado Springs is getting in on the April Fool's Day fun with a wave of creative pranks across social media. The Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department teased a fictional new attraction at Garden of the Gods. The post described...
