County seeks control of target shooting area in southern Colorado
Local government officials are looking to take control of a piece of Pike National Forest that has long been a popular, controversial area for target shooting. North of Woodland Park, across the Douglas County line off Colorado 67, the area known as Turkey Tracks was one focus of the U.S. Forest Service's Integrated...
Douglas County crime numbers trending down
Douglas County crime numbers are trending down this year, according to officials from the 23rd Judicial District and the sheriff's office. Douglas County is on pace for 11,648 crimes in 2025, compared to 12,908 in 2024. In 2023, there were 11,810 crimes. The officials noted that many of those arrested in the county...
Douglas County crimes rates down: DA points to non-residents as perpetrators
New information shows there has been a drop in crime rates in Douglas County in the last six months. However, 23rd Judicial District DA George Brauchler said the majority of people committing crimes in Douglas County are from other counties.
Air Force Academy Details Thin on Faculty Plans After Civilian Resignations
As classes resume at the Air Force Academy for the fall semester, U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank asked the superintendent Thursday for a clear staffing plan after many civilian faculty members resigned earlier this year. The academy saw more than 104 civilian employees leave as the Department of Government Efficiency offered...
Two Colorado JCPenney Locations Sold in Major Nationwide Deal
Approximately five years ago, JCPenney filed for bankruptcy.
Alleged incindiary device found during traffic stop
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department has arrested a man after allegedly finding an incendiary device during a traffic stop Around 11:50 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 7, a Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) officer stopped a car for vehicle registration violations on North Carefree Circle near...
D11 offering teachers and students free school supplies
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- District 11 (D11) in Colorado Springs is providing students and teachers with free school supplies to start the year out on a positive note. For students, D11 says it will provide more than 14,000 students with customized grade-specific supply kits at no cost to families.
FOX21 Foodie Finds: Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery
Prepare to come in to Rock Bottom with a big appetite when you dig into these delicious Americana style meals.
Palmer Lake appoints new trustee
The Palmer Lake Board of Trustees has appointed Michael Boyett to fill the seat left open by the resignation of the town's mayor and subsequent appointment of a trustee to the position of mayor. Boyett was among a handful of people trustees interviewed over the past several months. He told...
Ten Graduates Earn Wildland Firefighter II Certification at El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Ceremony
This week, ten individuals were honored during a graduation ceremony at the Office of the Sheriff in downtown Colorado Springs, marking the successful completion of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Wildland Fire Academy. Each graduate earned their Firefighter II Certification, signifying their readiness to serve...