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Two arrested for Attempted Murder of a Peace Officer in Pueblo
PUEBLO, Colo. — On Friday, Pueblo Police arrested two people on multiple charges including Attempted Murder of a Peace Officer. According to the Pueblo Police Department, on September 16 around 6:28 p.m. officers responded to the area of Verdosa Drive for shots fired. They say the suspects fired shots when a citizen saw the suspects […] → Read More
Power outage reported in southwest Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS — Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) is reporting a power outage on Monday in Southwest Colorado Springs. At the time of this report, CSU’s outage map lists 531 customers as without power. CSU’s estimated restoration time is listed as 2:37 p.m. → Read More
Moctezuma Mexican Grill brings traditional cuisine with a twist!
If you’re looking for some traditional Mexican food with a twist, Moctezuma Mexican Grill is the food truck for you! The owners, Jose and Santos Colmenares joined the FOX21 Morning News team to show off their authentic menu and high-quality offerings. A lot of Moctezuma’s recipes are influenced by their roots. “My dad was born […] → Read More
Deadly motorcycle crash in Colorado Springs Monday
COLORADO SPRINGS — Colorado Springs Police is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash near I-25 and South Tejon Street. The crash occurred early Monday morning, just after 12:15 a.m., according to the Colorado Springs Police Department. Police say a Yamaha dirt bike was driving south on Tejon Street when a car traveling north turned left to […] → Read More
July 18 Fugitive Finder: The Pikes Peak Most Wanted
Pikes Peak Area Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s assistance finding its weekly featured fugitives. You are asked to call CRIME STOPPERS at 634-STOP (634-7867) for any information regarding the above fugitives. Information leading to the arrest of one of these individuals could result in a reward of up $1,000 in cash. → Read More
El Paso County Clerk opens additional Voter Service and Polling Centers
COLORADO SPRINGS — The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office has opened four more Voter Service and Polling Centers (VSPC) Monday. All VSPCs will be open through the week, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and on Saturday, June 25, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. “I encourage voters to vote their mail ballot and return […] → Read More
Pueblo Memorial Hall implements clear bag policy
PUEBLO, Colo. — Pueblo Memorial Hall has updated its security procedures and will no longer allow most bags in during ticketed events. Pueblo Memorial Hall has implemented a clear bag policy. The new rule goes into effect immediately and is said to provide a more safe and secure environment for guests. Clear Bag Policy Pueblo […] → Read More
Fatal shooting at apartment complex in southeast Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS — A Sunday night shooting at an apartment complex in southeast Colorado Springs has left one person dead, according to Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD). Around 11 p.m., officers responded to an apartment complex near Monterey Road and S. Circle Drive after receiving reports of a shooting. Officers located one person dead on scene. […] → Read More
Cresta Road closure starting Monday, June 20
COLORADO SPRINGS – Starting Monday, June 20, Cresta Road will be closed south of Cheyenne Mountain High School at La Veta Way for two weeks. Colorado Springs Utilities will install a new water pipeline in the Skyway neighborhood to enhance system reliability. Crews will permit local traffic to access homes using side streets, but all other […] → Read More
June 20 Fugitive Finder: The Pikes Peak Most Wanted
Pikes Peak Area Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s assistance finding its weekly featured fugitives. You are asked to call CRIME STOPPERS at 634-STOP (634-7867) for any information regarding the above fugitives. Information leading to the arrest of one of these individuals could result in a reward of up $1,000 in cash. → Read More
Police chase leads to Colorado Springs The Home Depot evacuation
COLORADO SPRINGS — The Home Depot in southeast Colorado Springs was evacuated after a police chase led into the store Friday afternoon. According to the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD), at around 1 P.M., officers were following a stolen car when it pulled into a parking lot at The Home Depot located in the area […] → Read More
Road closure expected for Pikes Peak Soap Box Derby
COLORADO SPRINGS — Temporary road closure is planned for June 5 and June 12 for Pikes Peak Soap Box Derby. The 18th annual Pikes Peak Soap Box Derby will impact a section of E. Costilla Street on Sunday, June 5 (practice day) and June 12 (event day). On both days, E. Costilla Street will be closed […] → Read More
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo voted third best zoo in North America
COLORADO SPRINGS — For the sixth consecutive year, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo has been voted one of the top ten zoos in North America in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This year, America’s mountain Zoo was recognized in two categories: #3 Best Zoo in North America #2 Best Zoo Exhibit in North America, for […] → Read More
The Salvation Army celebrates National Donut Day!
The Salvation Army is celebrating National Donut Day in El Paso County by delivering 100 dozen donuts to partners in the community to highlight the work of The Salvation Army in El Paso County. Salvation Army County Coordinator, Captain Doug Hanson, stopped by FOX21 News to tell us more about how they are celebrating the […] → Read More
Safe Streets Wanted Criminal Round-Up: June 3, 2022
PUEBLO, Colo. — The Southern Colorado Safe Streets Task Force is attempting to locate two wanted street criminals. Junior Alfaro Alfaro, 34, is described as a Hispanic male, 5’07”, 160 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Alfaro has three warrants for Failure to Appear which includes Motor Vehicle Theft, Larceny, Dangerous Drugs, Possession of a Controlled […] → Read More
CSPD investigates robbery, shooting
COLORADO SPRINGS — Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) is investigating a reported robbery and shooting at a Colorado Springs business Thursday evening. Police said the incident happened around 8 p.m. at a business on S. Nevada Avenue. Officers were responding to a reported robbery with shots fired. When officers arrived, they determined that a security […] → Read More
Human case of tularemia reported in Pueblo County
PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. — Health officials are warning the public after a kid in Pueblo County contracted tularemia or rabbit fever. The Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment said this is the first human case of tularemia in the county this year. “Pueblo residents, especially those living in Pueblo West, are advised that tularemia […] → Read More
Two workers die under coal pile collapse at Comanche power plant
UPDATE: Both workers have died as a result of the coal pile collapse that trapped them both this morning at the Comanche power plant. Their identities will not be released until their families have been notified. One worker was in their 20s, the other was in their 30s. Crews found the bodies just after 3 […] → Read More
CSP investigates I-25 deadly crash in Pueblo County
PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. — Colorado State Patrol (CSP) is investigating a fatal crash that happened on southbound I-25 in Pueblo County Sunday. Troopers say the crash happened around 5:16 p.m. on I-25 near mile marker 113 north of Pueblo. A 46-year-old man driving a black 2007 Cadillac Escalade was traveling southbound when the vehicle entered […] → Read More
Deputy injured after two-car crash on Highway 50 leaves one dead
LAMAR, Colo. — A Kiowa County Sheriff’s Deputy, two women, and a man were involved in a two-car crash on Highway 50 near Lamar that left one dead Sunday night. The crash happened around 10:10 p.m. on Highway 50 at Prowers County Road 7 near Lamar. Troopers said a Kiowa County Sheriff’s Deputy was responding […] → Read More