Local Colorado Springs restaurants honor veterans with free food and discounts

From free truffle fries to $5 pints, local businesses across Central Colorado Springs are thanking those who served this Veterans Day.

Colorado porch staple crafted in Manitou Springs

It’s Time to Reunite

Election season is over. Most of us exercised our constitutional right to choose representatives for office that best reflected our values and those we believe were best prepared to lead and solve the very real challenges facing our state, nation, and county. The 2026 election season was full of both...

Colorado teens debut stories of belonging, “dark corners” of childhood through documentary program

Cynniah Mack loves coming-of-age stories. Her favorite is “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” a 1999 novel and 2012 film, both written by Stephen Chbosky. The 17-year-old said she relates to the story’s main character, Charlie. She understands his trouble making friends, his family dynamics. She also likes his character arc. “He learns how to be a wallflower, how to embrace being a wallflower,” Mack said. “Also Emma Watson is in it.”

Douglas County shares details regarding Zebulon Regional Sports Complex

Douglas County officials hosted an open house for the Zebulon Regional Sports Comple to give the community the chance to learn how the project would be paid for.

KRDO13 viewer expresses frustration about potholes, cracks on east end of Briargate Parkway in Colorado Springs

A Colorado Springs resident expressed frustration over deteriorating road conditions and slow city responses, though officials noted that repairs for certain areas are included in a long-term paving program. The post KRDO13 viewer expresses frustration about potholes, cracks on east end of Briargate Parkway in Colorado Springs appeared first on KRDO .

With Race Not Yet Called, Dougco Commissioner Floats Himself as ’28 GOP Candidate For Boebert’s District

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (R-CO) hasn’t officially lost her race yet, but at least one prominent Republican in her district is already thinking about running in two years. Douglas County Commissioner George Teal said on the radio this morning that he’s thinking about running after receiving a call from someone who told him that he’s “on a list” for potential GOP challengers to presumptive incumbent Democrat Eileen Laubacher in 2028.

Municipalities not subject to Colorado false claims law: appeals court

Colorado’s second-highest court clarified last month that the state law imposing penalties on a “person” for fraudulent conduct does not apply to municipalities that are accused of fraud. Palmer Lake Trustee Roger Moseley and Martha Brodzik sued the town under the Colorado False Claims Act. They alleged...

500 soldiers hike 25-miles to honor 9th Infantry history

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Over 500 soldiers began a 12-hour march from Fort Carson Army Post to America the Beautiful Park in downtown Colorado Springs at around 5 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10. According to Fort Carson, soldiers from the 4th Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade, 4th Infantry Division began running the 25 miles […]

Recreational Gold Mine Brewing in Woodland Park?

Palmer Land Deal Becomes Latest Land Pursuit for City Above the Clouds. Most people move to Colorado to experience the Rocky Mountain West with its breath-taking views and an adventure waiting around every corner. In fact, I think it’s fair to say that most people in Colorado take their outdoor...

Front Range Passenger Rail District returns to bargaining after tax-vote win for CoCo trains

This story was first published at Colorado Newsline. DENVER | Officials with Colorado’s Front Range Passenger Rail District will return to the negotiating table with their railroad partner next week fresh off a major victory at the ballot box, where the district’s voters approved a sales tax hike to fund its plans for a long-awaited restoration of passenger service along the Interstate 25 corridor.

Teller County Commissioners Join Governor Polis for Rosemont Reservoir Groundbreaking

The event (dealing with the groundbreaking for the opening of Rosemont Reservoir on Pikes Peak) marked an important step forward in a regional partnership to expand outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the Pikes Peak region. Years in the making, the project brings together local, state, and federal land managers to improve public access while protecting natural resources and addressing the impacts increased visitation can have on surrounding communities.

Castle Rock’s 4th of July fireworks show rescheduled for Veteran’s Day

A celebration coming four months late, the Town of Castle Rock announced its 4th of July fireworks show is finally set to happen Wednesday, and the Pinpoint Weather team is giving them the all-clear.

Hundreds of Fort Carson soldiers honor former 9th Battalion members with Ruck March through Colorado Springs

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Hundreds of soldiers from Fort Carson trekked 25 miles today across Colorado Springs carrying 35 pound rucksacks on their back as part of an annual march to honor members of the 9th Infantry Battalion. The march started around 5 a.m. on Tuesday with several hundred...

Kevin Leung Heralds Changing Douglas County

Assessing the sweeping victories for Colorado Democrats in last week’s midterm elections, one of the bigger achievements on their lengthy list is winning a supermajority in both chambers of the Colorado General Assembly for the first time since 1936. This feat was accomplished via big wins that encroach deeply into what was formerly considered unwinnable territory for Democrats. Colorado Newsline’s Sara Wilson reported last Wednesday:

Douglas County School District closer to collective bargaining with teachers

Douglas County teachers could be one step closer to having a seat at the table with the school district.

Colorado farmers launch new tool to track economic toll as cities buy up water rights

Farmers in Colorado's Arkansas River Valley say the water flowing to growing communities like Aurora and Colorado Springs is coming at their expense, and they've released a new tool they say reveals the impact on their region.

A behind-the-scenes look at Castle Rock’s Starlighting celebration

The historic streets of downtown Castle Rock will soon be filled with festive spirit and anticipation as the town gets set to ring in the holiday season with one of its most beloved traditions: the Starlighting celebration. For many in the town, they can’t imagine a holiday season without the...