Test phase gearing up to begin for Colorado Avenue improvements project
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) -The City of Colorado Springs is moving forward with a major test project aimed at changing the look and feel of Colorado Avenue through Old Colorado City. Officials say the temporary redesign would reduce traffic lanes, add pedestrian safety features and eventually help determine whether
Drivers rejoice as Willwood Tunnel reopens, restoring convenient route
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Drivers on the city's southwest side have been without a popular shortcut under I-25 between the Broadmoor World Arena and the south end of Janitell Road since February 2024. Officials closed the one-way, single-lane Willwood Tunnel for safety reasons -- explaining that there was too m
Territory Days kicks off Saturday in Old Colorado City
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - The 50th anniversary of Territory Days begins this weekend in Colorado Springs!. The three-day street festival is held every Memorial Day weekend in Old Colorado City. Admission to the event is free. This year, attendees can expect more than 180 food and craft booths, more...
Showery weather returns Friday afternoon ahead of Memorial Day weekend
The threat for severe weather will wind down after sunset, with dry skies Friday morning giving way to afternoon thunderstorms.
Willwood Tunnel reopening Friday as part of Circle Drive Bridges project
The Willwood Tunnel under I-25 is scheduled to reopen Friday, according to the City of Colorado Springs.
Convos and coffee: Southern Colorado business uses solar power in a unique way
News5 is continuing our "Convos and Coffee" segment by simply visiting local coffee shops and speaking with people about what they would like to see covered in the news.
2026 Memorial Day ceremonies honoring veterans across Southern Colorado
Across Southern Colorado, there are many different Memorial Day ceremonies honoring the sacrifice and service veterans have given to the United States.
Authorities arrest multiple suspects following Monument shooting
MONUMENT, Colo. (KRDO) - Authorities took multiple suspects into custody in connection with a recent shooting. On Saturday, May 16, the Monument Police Department got a call reporting gunfire on Dawson Creek Drive. There, suspects had reportedly fired 15 handgun rounds into an occupied home and vehicle. When police arr
CSPD: Suspect threatened victim with spiked club
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — On Thursday, May 21, police arrested a suspect who allegedly threatened a victim with a spiked club, said the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD). On May 14, police responded to a call for service where a suspect threatened a victim who was helping a stranded motorist. The suspect allegedly t
This wonderfully weird Colorado restaurant is the kind of place you’ll talk about for...
Tucked away at 1665 Newport Rd in Colorado Springs, Colorado, The Airplane Restaurant is exactly what it sounds like — a real airplane turned into a place where you can sit down and enjoy a meal. Whether you are a fan of aviation history, looking for a fun family outing, or just want a burger in the most unusual settin
