Jasmine Arenas
KRDO NewsChannel 13
Colorado Springs, CO, United States
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UCCS program now in Pueblo helps first-generation and military youth get to college
PUEBLO, Colo.,(KRDO) -- A University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS) pre-collegiate program will now have an office in Pueblo making it easier for students to get help right away. Previously, students in the program would have to travel to Colorado Springs to attend events but now students in Pueblo can focus on school and not have to worry about missing → Read More
Early voters turnout higher than last midterm elections, more Republicans casting vote early
EL PASO COUNTY, Colo., (KRDO) -- With less than two weeks until the election, El Paso County says it is seeing big numbers in ballot box returns. In just the last 3 days since the boxes opened more than 48,000 people have already made their voices heard. Many of those voters are seniors. The El Paso County Clerk → Read More
Election officials on high alert as mail-in ballots are sent out to Colorado voters
Election officials are on high alert this week as mail-in ballots are being sent out to Colorado voters. → Read More
Economist details how inflation continues to impact consumers, including in Southern Colorado
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., (KRDO) - New data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows consumers paid even more in September for basic goods. Data-Driven Economic Strategies Director Tatiana Bailey, the former UCCS Economic Forum Director, said economists were hoping September would be the month inflation would be on the decline. That, however, wasn't the case. "All → Read More
New affordable housing complex set to bring relief to hundreds of working families
Construction is underway on a $50,000,000 affordable housing project on the north side of Colorado Springs. → Read More
New E-scooter store looks to bring movement to Colorado Springs
A new scooter shop aims to motivate people to go green and bring the electric scooter movement to Colorado Springs. → Read More
Experts say Covid booster shot is essential this fall
New data shows that less than two percent of adults in the U.S. have received an updated covid booster shot. → Read More
Art Festival in Manitou Springs showcases Southern Colorado talent
The Commonwheel Art Festival is celebrating 48 years of fine art and original music in Manitou Springs. → Read More
Doctor encourages people to get updated COVID-19 booster shots if recommended by CDC
Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized Pfizer and Moderna's updated covid-19 booster shots. → Read More
Rocky Mountain Women's Film celebrates 35 years, Free Drive-in Cinema
For 35 years, Rocky Mountain Women’s Film has brought thestories of women and others often unheard or unseen. For the entire month of August, they will bring others' experiences to a big screen near you. Allowing people to see through a different lens and provoke deeper conversations around issues that matter. → Read More
U.S. Team Roping Colorado Championships look to continue rain or shine
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- This weekend, the U.S. Team Roping Championships are happening in Colorado Springs. The free, family-friendly event lasts through Sunday at the Norris Penrose event center. During the competition, nearly 2,000 teams will compete for a team title by roping a full-grown steer. Ken Silver, who's been on the scene for more than 40 → Read More
State launches new online directory to find behavioral health specialists in Colorado
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - A new online directory website, OwnPath looks to make it easier for people to find a behavioral health specialist near them and in their income bracket. The Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA launched a new care directory called OwnPath Tuesday, providing an accessible experience for all people seeking mental health → Read More
Children's Hospital Colorado, Colorado Springs has a first of its' kind program to help youth
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - It's a first-of-its-kind program in the nation — and it's launching here in Colorado Springs. The Children's Hospital Colorado Colorado Springs is creating a program that aims to mentor kids in the Southeast side about how the game of basketball speaks of personal fortitude, strength, and resilience. This is is → Read More
New Hillside Community murals look to inspire youth in Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., (KRDO) - Two new murals are coming to life at El Pomar Youth Bike Park. Through each mural, the Colorado College Community Mobile Arts Program aims to tell impactful community stories. A story of Colorado Springs leaders who have shaped the city's history. The Co-director of the CC Mobile Arts Program, Naomi → Read More
Mt. Carmel Veterans Center could benefit from El Paso County Community Block Grant
EL PASO COUNTY, Colo., (KRDO) – Mt. Carmel Veterans Center is hoping to receive a grant that will fund the center's Veterans Climb program, which helps at-risk veterans. The Community Development Block Grant is funded by the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development. Mt. Carmel's Veterans Climb program started in 2019 and officials say the amount of at-risk → Read More
Colorado Springs kids benefit from District 11's summer meal program
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Over summer break, Colorado Springs District 11 is providing free meals to any family in need. The district usually holds the same program over the school year. During the academic year, they typically provide meals to around 4,000 people per day. Last year, the turnout was low, providing roughly 1,000 → Read More
Colorado Springs Police say call volume of fireworks complaints lower
Despite fireworks being illegal within Colorado Springs city limits, the sky lit up on the Fourth of July. → Read More
Democratic and Republican parties encourage people to vote in November's general election
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., (KRDO) - Wednesday afternoon, Senator Michael Bennet (D) made a campaign stop in Colorado Springs. His visit highlighted the disparity between the number of people who vote in primary elections compared to presidential elections. During his visit to Acacia Park, Benet encouraged people to vote in the upcoming November elections. "When people lose a → Read More
One local mother and doctor says access to the COVID vaccine for her child will be a 'huge relief'
Advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration unanimously voted to get authorization for Moderna Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine for kids as young as six months. → Read More
Sachs Foundation aims to help Black students pursue a career in education in Colorado
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Colorado-Springs-based Sachs Foundation, an organization providing college scholarships to black students in Colorado, is partnering with Teach For America. The goal is to deliver funds and support to Black educators while also addressing the Black teacher shortage in Colorado. Data shows that 150 of Colorado's 178 school districts have no → Read More