Westbound lanes of the MLK Jr. Bypass closed Tuesday following two accidents

The Colorado Springs Police Department says two accidents Tuesday morning shut down the westbound lanes of Highway 24 at the MLK Jr. Bypass.

Both were blocking lanes of traffic, a social media post shared with News5 shows police diverting traffic onto South Union Boulevard. Colorado Springs police have asked people to seek alternate routes.

Details about the accidents are limited at this time. News5 has a crew on the way to the scene and is working to learn more.

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Original Drawing of the Purple Heart on display at the Money Museum

The Money Museum in Colorado Springs features an original drawing of the medal by its designer, John Sinnock. It gives people the chance to learn about the history of the medal, and it’s representation of the dangers members of the Armed Forces face.

Original drawing of the Purple Heart on display at the Money Museum

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