Thunderstorms Continue Tonight

Tonight: Lightning is expected along with periods of moderate rain across southern Colorado. 7-10 pm is the timeframe for what appears to be the heaviest thunderstorms of the evening through El Paso County. The cloud cover throughout the night keeps the overnight lows above freezing and precipitation in the form of rain. However, Teller County

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City highlights wildfire mitigation efforts, calls on residents to prepare amid elevated fire danger

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- The City of Colorado Springs and the Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) are emphasizing the severity of current wildfire conditions and the importance of mitigation efforts. Due to record-low moisture, low humidity, and record-breaking temperatures, wildfire risk remains high, and officials are stressing the importance of not only prevention but

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Quick-thinking teen earns 911 Hero Award for saving mother

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- It’s been just over a month since a close call that nearly cost Sylvia Reyes her life. Reyes was at home with her daughter when she suddenly felt chills and a tightness in her chest. But instead of panicking or ignoring the warning signs, her 13-year-old daughter, Madilyn, sprang

Here’s a look at other major streets on this year’s repaving list in Colorado Springs

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- As the longest stretch of street being repaved this year, Circle Drive's six miles have received considerable attention. But segments of three other streets, each covering approximately 2.5 miles, are in equally rough condition, and they will be resurfaced, too. Union Boulevard, from Academy Boulevard to Austin Bluffs Parkway, is

The School Buzz: Lewis-Palmer wrestler wins nationals, joining Team USA

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- Colorado Springs may be the Olympic City. But Monument has the latest local athlete pushing to make Team USA. Lilly Lundy recently won her weight class in the Under-17 division at nationals in Spokane last week. In doing so, she earned a spot to represent Team USA at the

CSPD tests AI agent on non-emergency calls

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) announces it will test a new assistive AI agent on non-emergency calls from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. According to CSPD, the AI agent has been designed "to support call handling and improve service efficiency " on their non-emergency line. Police say during

‘Gigantic Plant Sale’ funding public garden projects in Colorado Springs

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - The Horticultural Art Society (HAS) is preparing for its "Gigantic Plant Sale," where the non-profit will sell thousands of plants in its biggest fundraiser of the year. HAS is the group responsible for the Demonstration Garden and Heritage Garden at Monument Valley Park. It also shares responsibility for the Pinetum

Healthy Colorado: Colorado Springs toddler receives life-saving heart transplant

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – A spunky little girl has a new lease on life. And her parents are grateful that her rare diagnosis was resolved thanks to organ donation. They're hoping everyone will consider signing up to donate if they aren't already. And remind people of their harrowing story for National Donate Life Month.