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Governor Polis Declares State of Emergency in Colorado Due to Coronavirus

Governor Polis Declares State of Emergency in Colorado Due to Coronavirus

Governor Jared Polis has announced a State of Emergency in Colorado due to the Covid-19 virus, also called the Coronavirus. As of Tuesday morning there are 3 additional presumptive positive cases of Coronavirus, for a total of 15 cases in the state. Declaring a State of Emergency provides access to more resources and flexibility in…MORE

Amazon Facility Construction Sets New Record for Colorado Springs

Amazon Facility Construction Sets New Record for Colorado Springs

The construction of a new Amazon facility near the Colorado Springs Airport is setting another record.  The Pikes Peak Regional Building Department says the cost of the more than 3 million square foot building is just under $370 million.  That’s likely the highest value permit the department has ever issued.  The building is expected to…MORE

Police Searching for 3 Robbery Suspects

Police Searching for 3 Robbery Suspects

Police are looking for three men who assaulted and robbed a woman at gunpoint early Monday morning on the city’s west side. The woman says she had just gotten home at 14th and West Colorado Avenue when the men forced their way into her house and pointed a gun at her while they stole items…MORE

Authorities Searching for Shooting Suspect

Authorities Searching for Shooting Suspect

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a suspect who allegedly shot at two women inside a car.  Investigators say one of the women offered a ride to the other Saturday night and as they drove away from the area of Marksheffel and Space Village, 19-year-old Jamere Williams began firing shots at the…MORE

Restoration Church Holds Services For Gannon Stauch

Restoration Church Holds Services For Gannon Stauch

Restoration Church held three services over the weekend to honor the memory of Gannon Stauch. Hundreds of people attended the services, many wearing blue, which was the 11-year-old’s favorite color.  The church also had counselors available to talk with anyone who felt they needed to talk to someone about the child’s disappearance. Letecia Stauch is…MORE

1 Presumptive Positive Coronavirus Case in El Paso County

1 Presumptive Positive Coronavirus Case in El Paso County

El Paso County Public Health is encouraging people to not panic and to continue taking precautions with the Coronavirus. Medical Director Dr. Robin Johnson says the one presumptive positive case in El Paso County involves a man who self-isolated after traveling from California. According to the Colorado Department of Health and Environment, no new positive…MORE

Body Found in Fountain Creek

Body Found in Fountain Creek

Investigators don’t suspect foul play after finding a body in Fountain Creek on Saturday. Police say the body was found near I-25 and South Nevada and there didn’t appear to be any signs that violence caused the person’s death. Their identity and cause of death have not been released.MORE

Last Call for Spring Citizens Academy in El Paso County

Last Call for Spring Citizens Academy in El Paso County

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is making a last call for applications for its Spring Citizens Academy.  The deadline to apply to be part of the academy is Friday at 5 pm.  Classes will meet on Tuesdays starting March 17th, and will give those who attend insight into the day-to-day operation of the sheriff’s…MORE

El Paso County Prepares for Coronavirus After First Cases Reported in Denver

El Paso County Prepares for Coronavirus After First Cases Reported in Denver

City leaders addressed concerns about the Coronavirus on Thursday. El Paso County Commissioner Mark Waller says city and health officials aren’t waiting until the Corona virus gets to El Paso County before they get started in the preparation process. There are 2 confirmed cases of the virus in Colorado and one more possible case announced…MORE

President Trump Coming Back to Colorado

President Trump Coming Back to Colorado

President Trump is expected to be back in Colorado next week to headline a high-dollar fundraiser in the Metro-Denver area in support of Senator Cory Gardner.  The President visited Colorado Springs last month and he campaigned alongside Gardner. The rally at the Broadmoor World Arena drew thousands of supporters.  Next week’s fundraiser is scheduled for…MORE