Category Archives: Local News

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

Vehicle Crashes Into Home Thursday Night

Vehicle Crashes Into Home Thursday Night

A driver lost control of their car and crashed into a home at near Murray and Pikes Peak Thursday night at about 8:30. It’s unknown if the person was injured.    Colorado Springs Police say they are investigating and haven’t said anything about possible charges being filed.MORE

Springs Police Investigating Overnight Robbery

Springs Police Investigating Overnight Robbery

The Colorado Springs Police Department is investigating an armed robbery at a Circle K store at the corner of Dublin and Tutt Boulevards.  Two suspects entered the convenience store at approximately 2:40am Wednesday morning and reportedly fired a shot after becoming agitated. While the suspects did get away with money, no one was injured.MORE

One Person Hospitalized in Overnight Shooting

One Person Hospitalized in Overnight Shooting

One person is in the hospital and another is in custody this morning. Police were called to the 4,400 block of Chesnut Street off Garden of the Gods Rd. at about 7:45 p.m. Tuesday night. The CSPD Major Crime Unit is investigating what led to the shooting. The victim’s condition isn’t known and the suspect’s…MORE

25th Annual Taste of Pikes Peak Food, Wine and Beer Expo Happens This Weekend

25th Annual Taste of Pikes Peak Food, Wine and Beer Expo Happens This Weekend

A chance to taste food and drinks from dozens of area restaurants and food vendors takes place this weekend at the Broadmoor.  The 25th Annual Taste of Pikes Peak Food, Wine and Beer Expo is Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  General admission tickets are $35 while a VIP experience is available for $55. …MORE

Over 500 Colorado Drivers Arrested for DUI Over President’s Day Weekend

Over 500 Colorado Drivers Arrested for DUI Over President’s Day Weekend

The latest Heat is On Campaign saw close to 600 people arrested for driving under the influence during an 11 day period around President’s Day. Dozens of law enforcement agencies around Colorado took part in the effort.  The Denver Police Department had the highest number of arrests with 110.  CDOT and the Colorado State Patrol…MORE

Gannon Stauch Stepmother Charged with Murder

  Leticia Stauch appeared in a South Carolina courtroom Tuesday morning. Leticia is facing multiple charges in the disappearance of Gannon Stauch including first degree murder. She is not fighting extradition to Colorado. Monday afternoon the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference where they announced that Leticia Stauch had been arrested and…MORE

Officer Identified in Deadly Shooting

Officer Identified in Deadly Shooting

A Colorado Springs police officer who shot and killed a man in a fast-food drive-thru lane was also involved in a high-profile shooting death in 2019.  The Colorado Springs Police Department is reporting that Lucas Aragon was the off-duty officer who shot and killed a man after he got into the officer’s car at a…MORE