Author: Ajia Cuevas
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Colorado Springs weather: Several highways closed, near-zero temperatures expected amid winter storm
Several highways around southeastern Colorado are closed and near-zero temperatures are expected tonight amid the winter storm Monday. Sub-zero temperatures are expected to hit multiple counties tonight into Tuesday morning with some areas reaching as low as -11 degrees and wind chills hitting -30 degrees, according to the National Weather Service in Pueblo. Colorado Springs…
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Billy Joel to perform in Colorado this summer
Get ready to rock the night away with the iconic “Piano Man” this summer. The Colorado Rockies announced Billy Joel is set to make his return to Coors Field in Denver on Friday, July 12. Joel last performed in Colorado five years ago when he played at the home of the Colorado Rockies in 2019. The…
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Powerball ticket worth $2 million sold in Colorado Springs
One lucky individual in Colorado Springs became an overnight millionaire, thanks to a recent Powerball drawing. A ticket worth $2 million was sold at a Circle K located at 5553 Austin Bluffs Parkway in the city’s northeast side for the Dec. 20 drawing, according to the Colorado Lottery. The winner of the $2 million prize was…
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Colorado Springs Weather: Chilly Christmas and blizzard warning in effect
UPDATE (3 p.m. Dec. 25): The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for Northern El Paso County from Tuesday (Dec. 26) morning (2 a.m.) through Tuesday night at midnight. Blizzard conditions with 3-7 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 60 mph are expected. Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. While…
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Suspect in custody following shelter-in-place in Security-Widefield
A suspect is in custody following a shelter-in-place order Sunday night in Security-Widefield. Just after 5 p.m., the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office sent out a Peak Alert asking residents in the area of 4400 Villager Drive to secure their homes due to law enforcement activity. Those in the area were asked to stay indoors…
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5 things to know about the Festival of Lights Parade in Colorado Springs
A beloved tradition returns to Colorado Springs tonight. The Festival of Lights Parade will bring nearly 100 entries with enchanting lights and holiday displays to downtown. This year’s theme is “Sounds of the Season.” The festive celebration brings over 70,000 people together to bring the holiday spirit to life and will take place on the…
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Colorado snow totals following Dec. 3 storm
Colorado was blanketed by a layer of snow after a storm moved through the state early Sunday. One mountain pass got over 40 inches while some cities on the front range got a light dusting. Here are snow totals for the last 24 hours in Colorado, according to the National Weather Service: Alma: 9 inches…
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Mysterious explosion reported by residents Sunday night in Colorado Springs sparks investigation
Colorado Springs police are investigating an explosion that reportedly shook homes and startled people awake Sunday night in Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs police said the department received multiple calls for service regarding the noise at 10:32 p.m. According to a list of online calls for service, one report of an explosion came in from Platte…
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One arrested following armed robbery in Colorado Springs
One person was taken into custody following an armed robbery in Colorado Springs on Thanksgiving. Police were dispatched just after 4:30 p.m. to a business in the 300 block of Mount View Lane, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department. Officials said a male suspect had entered the business with a firearm, took merchandise, then…
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Here’s a look at when stores will open for Black Friday shopping around Colorado Springs
Plus standout deals to check out this year