Man suspected of murder in West Texas arrested in Dacono, Colorado
A man suspected of murder in West Texas was arrested in Dacono, Colorado, Monday morning, the US Marshals Service announced.
Police conducting search operation after ‘incendiary device’ found in traffic stop
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) conducted a search of a residence tied to an alarming traffic stop last week. On Thursday, police reported that they had arrested Anthony Lopez after a traffic stop investigation. According to police, Lopez had vehicle registration...
Woman accused of starting Colorado wildfire competent to face trial, judge rules
A Teller County judge ruled that the woman accused of sparking the Highland Lakes fire that burned more than 150 acres near Divide last year is competent to proceed to trial. Lowa Tillitt, 77, also referred to as Lacey Tillitt in public records, was arrested Jan. 16 for allegedly starting the fire Oct. 28. Tillitt...
Cool Today, Warm-Up Ahead
TODAY: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy and cool with a slight chance for an afternoon shower. High of 78° for Colorado Springs and 83° for Pueblo. TONIGHT: Mostly clear skies with lows in the mid to upper 50s. TUESDAY: Mostly sunny to start then partly cloudy with a...
‘Drones as first responders’ programs are growing amongst Colorado law enforcement
On the roof of the Colorado Springs Police Operations Center, a new member of the team waits to take flight. It’s a black drone with four propellers and a high-definition camera. The department’s license with the Federal Aviation Administration allows it to fly between 200 and 400 feet above the ground in a...
Memorable dining experience awaits at 4.5-star ‘dim sum’ spot in Colorado Springs
Dim sum has been gaining steam in Colorado Springs, with this traditional Chinese meal know for consisting of various small bites served up with freshly brewed tea. Think tapas, but instead of Spanish cuisine accompanied by wine, dishes tend to consist of dumplings, bao buns, and rice noodle rolls. Not only does the...
Local NASA astronaut is back on Earth after piloting mission to International Space Station
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – After nearly five months orbiting Earth on the International Space Station (ISS), Woodland Park’s own Nichole Ayers is back home – or at least back on solid ground. Ayers, a graduate of Woodland Park High School and the U.S. Air Force Academy,...
A look into Douglas County’s Search and Rescue Team
When he wasn’t working his corporate job, Dave Arnett was an avid Alpine Mountaineer, traveling from one continent to another and hiking some of the tallest mountains around the world. Often going on challenging hikes across Colorado, Arnett knew of the Douglas County Search and Rescue Team, along with...
Colorado state trooper placed on leave after being arrested
Colorado Springs man arrested for arson for 2nd time in 1 month. Police said they learned that a fire was started behind a building in the area and said they were able to talk with a suspect, Brandon Hugney. CSPD said they had enough probable cause to arrest him for arson.
EPSO assists in homeless camp cleanup near USAFA
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPSO) reported that, along with other agencies, deputies cleared an area of illegal homeless encampments near the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) grounds on Tuesday, Aug. 5. According to EPSO, the camp had been discovered by the sheriff’s office during a...
