Author: Grace Brajkovich
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On the big screen: 7 World Cup watch parties around Colorado Springs
For 39 days, teams from around the world will compete for gold — literally. The FIFA World Cup is here, and despite no matches being played in Colorado, watch parties for every game can be found all around Colorado Springs. Check out these seven bars and restaurants streaming matches from the 16 venues around the…
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Veterans protest Iran war, military use while VP Vance speaks at Air Force Academy graduation
As 931 Air Force Academy cadets walked the stage in Falcon Stadium to receive their diplomas and listened to Vice President JD Vance’s commencement speech, a group of veterans offered their own words of wisdom to graduates. A protest organized by About Face Veterans, El Paso County Progressive Vets and 50501 brought together around three…
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City-bus-sized asteroid to narrowly miss Earth this afternoon: Here’s what to know
On Monday, a roughly-19-meter asteroid will narrowly miss Earth, flying about 56,913 miles from the planet — about one quarter of the distance between the Earth and the moon, CNN reported. Between 3:30 p.m. and 4 p.m., the asteroid, which was spotted by astronomers on May 10 and named 2026JH2, will fly past Earth, first…
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Crime recap: 328 arrested last week in El Paso County
Colorado Springs police saw robberies, fatal crashes and retail crimes last week, among other incidents, with law enforcement making 328 arrests in El Paso County. From May 10 to May 16, the Colorado Springs Police Department posted seven blotter entries to its public database of incidents approved for release. Here is a recap of those entries:…
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Hantavirus: Colorado is no stranger
As hantavirus conjures up memories of the COVID-19 global pandemic, some Coloradans remember when the virus was discovered in their home state. Colorado remains the state with the second-highest number of reported hantavirus cases, with cases recorded in nearly every county and at least 132 infected since 1993, when it was discovered in the Four…
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10 must-see farmer’s markets around Colorado Springs
It’s that time of year again; time to shop local and support our neighborhood farmers. Here are 10 must-see farmers markets around Colorado Springs this summer, with the season mostly beginning in May. 1. Colorado Farm & Art Market: Two locations, twice a week The Colorado Farm & Art Market makes its debut twice a week, bouncing between two locations. Its market in northern Colorado…
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7 more must-see markets in the greater Pikes Peak region
Looking for more? Branch out from city limits and hit up these seven farmer’s markets around the Pikes Peak region. 1. Woodland Park Farmer’s Market For the 36th year, the Woodland Park Farmer’s Market will return in June, every Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Memorial Park on Henrietta Avenue and Center Street. Live music will accompany dozens of…
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Crime Recap: 315 arrested last week in El Paso County
Colorado Springs police saw a conclusion to a months-long investigation into organized crime and a vehicle theft last week, among other incidents, with law enforcement making 315 arrests in El Paso County. From May 3 to May 9, the Colorado Springs Police Department posted five blotter entries to its public database of incidents approved for…
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Crime recap: 325 arrested last week in El Paso County
Colorado Springs police saw a fatal shooting, a student’s arrest and a protest turned hostile last week, among other incidents, with law enforcement making 325 arrests in El Paso County. From April 26 to May 2, the Colorado Springs Police Department posted eight blotter entries to its public database of incidents approved for release. Here is…
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2-Minute Review: Egg Lush Cafe’s plump, perfect sandwich
Egg Lush Cafe, the Korean style cafe near downtown Colorado Springs, specializes in a next-level egg sandwich — This week on 2-Minute Review, we’re diving in. This egg sandwich is no ordinary egg sandwich. Served with fluffy scrambled eggs, spicy mayo and their special lush mayo, all on toasted brioche, this mouthwatering sandwich is popular…