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Fun-filled events across Colorado this weekend July 3 - July 5, 2026
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (602+ words) COLORADO (KOAA) " Events this weekend include Independence Day from America's Mountain and Rollin' on the Riverwalk. The fireworks show for Rollin' on the Riverwalk has been canceled. Independence Day from America's Mountain Celebrate Independence Day with a special sunrise and…...
Fireworks displays canceled across Colorado Springs due to critical fire danger
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (231+ words) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) " The City of Colorado Springs announced on Wednesday afternoon that all permitted Independence Day fireworks displays within the city are cancelled. The cancellation comes as multiple wildfires continue to burn across southern Colorado, along with extreme…...
Southeast Colorado Springs voters urged to cast ballots as Primary Election Day approaches
6+ day, 16+ hour ago (368+ words) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) " Turnout in southeast Colorado Springs has historically trailed the rest of El Paso County, but El Paso County Clerk and Recorder Steve Schleiker is urging community members to make their voices heard before Tuesday's Primary Election…...
Colorado Springs Police issue shelter-in-place for police activity
1+ week, 1+ day ago (130+ words) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) " The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) has issued a shelter-in-place order from E Willamette Avenue to E Monument Street between Swope Avenue and Prairie Road due to police activity. Police ask that you stay inside your…...
Audit: Colorado Springs mayor had city staff watch kids during work hours
1+ week, 2+ day ago (298+ words) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) " An audit released by the city of Colorado Springs' Auditor on Friday reports Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade had city staff watch his kids during work hours and at city events. Employees interviewed for the audit…...
Colorado Springs hail victims warned about contractor scams
1+ week, 4+ day ago (440+ words) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) " Large hail fell across parts of southern Colorado Springs this week, prompting homeowners in Security-Widefield to inspect their roofs, vehicles and property for damage. But as residents begin assessing the damage, experts say they should also…...
'Largest hail I've ever seen,' Downtown-goers react to Tuesday's damaging hail storm in Colorado Springs
1+ week, 5+ day ago (263+ words) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) " Twigs, small branches and leaves covered the ground across Downtown Colorado Springs following Tuesday's storm. Jarrod Ornelas has lived in Colorado Springs for several decades and said the hail from Tuesday's storm stood out even among…...
More bear sightings on east side of Colorado Springs, CPW says dry winter is to blame
1+ week, 5+ day ago (198+ words) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) " Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is urging residents in eastern Colorado Springs to be more vigilant about bears this year, as sightings in the area have increased significantly. CPW Wildlife Officer Travis Sauder said the spike…...
Person dead after being thrown from a vehicle on Monday in Colorado Springs
1+ week, 6+ day ago (169+ words) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) " A deadly rollover crash is under investigation in Colorado Springs. It happened Monday morning around 10: 00 a. m. at the intersection of Barnes Road and Peterson Road on the northeast side of the city. Police say a car going…...
Bike to Work Day in Colorado Springs is Wednesday " here's how to get involved
1+ week, 6+ day ago (388+ words) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) " Colorado Springs is celebrating Bike to Work Day on Wednesday, an event designed to promote a healthier, cleaner, and more fun way to commute. For years, News5 has been a proud media partner of Bike to Work…...