Category Archives: Local News

Police Looking for Sword Wielding Man

Police Looking for Sword Wielding Man

Colorado Springs Police are looking for a man who threatened to kill his neighbor with a sword.  It happened Wednesday afternoon near Circle and Monterey.  Police say 39 year old Alfredo Macedo confronted his neighbor and fled.  Police found several more swords in his home.  He is considered armed and dangerous.  Macedo is wanted for…MORE

I-25 Gap Construction Continues During Renaissance Festival

CDOT provided an update Tuesday on the I-25 Gap Project between Castle Rock and Monument.  The project is expanding the number of lanes while trying to keep traffic moving. This weekend is the beginning of the Colorado Renaissance Festival in Larkspur, and a majority of the traffic comes from I-25.   Event organizers are encouraging…MORE

Man Arrested for Murder of Lebrea Jackson

An Aurora man is jailed for allegedly killing a woman and dumping her remains near Aquilar in southern Colorado.  26-year-old Andrew Condon faces first-degree murder charges in the death of 24-year-old Lebrea Jackson.   She was reported missing in late December and her remains were found near an abandoned truck stop on interstate 25.  Condon…MORE

Standoff in Woodland Park Ends with Death

Standoff in Woodland Park Ends with Death

A man is dead after a standoff with law enforcement in Woodland Park last night.  It began with a domestic violence situation on Pine Street.  Authorities surrounded the residence and heard a gunshot.  A second shot was heard when they tried to contact the person inside.  Neighbors were ordered to shelter in place and nearby…MORE

Man Arrested for Deadly Shooting Identified

Man Arrested for Deadly Shooting Identified

A man arrested for a deadly shooting in Pueblo West Monday night has been identified as Sean Pennefather.  He’s jailed on murder charges in the death of his 68 year old stepfather at a home on West Mangrum Drive.  The identity of the victim will be released following an autopsy.  The motive for the shooting…MORE

Mitchel High School Teacher Arrested For Sexual Assault on a Child

Mitchel High School Teacher Arrested For Sexual Assault on a Child

A former math teacher at Mitchell High School in Colorado Springs is due in court next Wednesday for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a female student.  27 year old Armando Grez was arrested Tuesday for allegedly kissing and groping a 17 year old girl and offering her an “A” in his class in exchange…MORE

Woman Dies After Traffic Accident

A Colorado Springs woman is dead, days after a traffic accident.  105 year old Leone Darnold was a passenger in vehicle the hit a car that turned in front of it at Circle and Verde last week.  She was hospitalized with serious injuries and passed away on Wednesday.  Three other people suffered minor injuries.  Everyone…MORE

Man Punches Police Officer

Man Punches Police Officer

A Colorado Springs man was in court Friday afternoon after allegedly assaulting two police officers.  Early Thursday, authorities were looking for 43 year old Eric Garland near Chelton and Jet Wing.  He reportedly punched an officer in the face, and a second officer was hurt while subduing him.  Garland faces multiple charges including assault on…MORE

Fatal Car Crash in Colorado Springs

Fatal Car Crash in Colorado Springs

An 18 year old man is dead after a car crash Thursday night near Peterson Road and Highland Vista Drive. Police say Sebastian Warren of Colorado Springs was speeding when he veered off the road and smashed through two backyards.  Alcohol and drugs are not considered factors.MORE

Fort Carson Housing Improving

Fort Carson Housing Improving

A survey released by the Military Family Advisory Network shed light on cleanliness and maintenance issues at multiple military bases, including Fort Carson.  Now, Fort Carson officials and private contractors plan to work together to increase accountability.  Since mid-February the contractor have completed about 11,000 work orders. MORE