Abbie Burke
FOX21 News
Colorado Springs, CO, United States
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Getting Gen Z and others to vote
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The League of Women Voters is celebrating 103 years of helping voters use their voice through elections. This weekend, the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR) is honoring local community leaders making a difference on Sunday, Feb. 19 with a Love the League event. 10 honorees chosen by […] → Read More
FOX21’s Week of Love: Budget-friendly Valentine’s celebrations
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — FOX21 is celebrating a ‘Week of Love,’ and offering tips to make this year’s Valentine’s Day the best one yet. Bree Shellito, Senior Manager of Community Impact at Ent Credit Union, and Emma Protsik, Supervisor of Financial Coaching at Ent, shared some tips on how to celebrate the holiday without breaking the […] → Read More
Top diet trends: Facts about intermittent fasting
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — It’s growing in popularity, but is it really good for you? Dr. Aimee Duffy shared tips on intermittent fasting with FOX21’s Abbie Burke, and how to make it work for you. According to Dr. Duffy, there are two main types of intermittent fasting including, calendar and clock-type fasting. For calendar-type fasting, according […] → Read More
Mom shares story of Colorado’s first “test tube baby”
COLORADO SPRINGS – The so-called “mother of Colorado’s Miracle Baby” is sharing her story with the world. Ellen Weir Casey gave birth in 1983 to one of the world’s first IVF babies. Her story of determination, loss and hope is now captured in her new book “Unstoppable: Forging the Path to Motherhood in the Early […] → Read More
Meet FOX21’s Pet of the Week, Skye, and learn what foods your pet should avoid this Christmas
COLORADO SPRINGS — Meet FOX21’s Pet of the Week, Skye! Skye is a one-year-old Labrador Retriever and Siberian Husky mix who came to the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) as an owner surrender. Skye is very high energy and will need daily exercise. She enjoys playing with other dogs and children. Because […] → Read More
Holiday Steals & Deals: Outlets at Castle Rock and Silverthorne talk holiday fashion
COLORADO SPRINGS — As Colorado prepares for the holiday season, the Outlets at Castle Rock and the Outlets at Silverthorne are working to have you fashion ready. Check out the videos above for the latest styles as well as this year’s holiday hours. → Read More
Military Matters: FOX21 gets an inside look at Fort Carson with Garrison Commander Colonel Nate Springer
FORT CARTSON, Colo. — FOX21 News got a unique inside look at Fort Carson with one of the top military officials on base. Garrison Commander Colonel Nate Springer joined FOX21 News during Thursday morning’s live on location show to tell us about the day-to-day operations on base and how the Mountain Post Garrison Team prepares […] → Read More
Meet FOX21’s Pets of the Week: Annie and Toby!
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Meet FOX21’s Pets of the Week, Annie and Toby! Annie and Toby are silky terrier mixes. They came to the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) as owner surrenders due to illness in their previous home. These two are brother and sister and the very best of friends, so […] → Read More
Meet FOX21’s Pets of the Week, Buddy and Kylie, and learn how to help homeless pets this Thanksgiving
FOX21 — Meet FOX21’s Pets of the Week, Buddy and Kylie! Buddy and Kylie are 8-year-old terrier mixes. They came to the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) because their owner could no longer care for them. Although they are nervous around strangers, they warm up fast and are wonderful with their people. […] → Read More
Fidèle Youth Dance Company to perform “LionHeart” this weekend; get a sneak peak here
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Two worlds will collide in Fidèle Youth Dance Company’s (FYDC) upcoming original stage adaptation of “LionHeart.” From FYDC: Two worlds collide when the circus comes to Victorian-era Virginia. Raised amid the fame and mystique of the big top, Charlie Lionheart holds the audience in the palm of his hand, but while […] → Read More
Meet FOX21’s Pet of the Week, Merlin!
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Meet Merlin, FOX21’s Pet of the Week! Merlin is a boa constrictor who came to the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region as a stray. He is about 5.5ft long and is easy to handle, but should go to a home with someone with reptile experience. Merlin is considered to […] → Read More
Tik Tok Trendy: Gather Food Studio holds sign-ups for upcoming Winter Cooking Camp: Tik Tok Trends
There is always a new trendy recipe floating around on Tik Tok, but trying to learn how to make it from a three minute video can be a little tricky. That's why Cortney Smith from Gather Food Studio is here to help. → Read More
Sweeten your party with Sugar Moon Mobile Bar Company!
Kelli Crosby is raising the bar when it comes to throwing a party via a vintage mobile bar! → Read More
U.S. Veterans Service Dogs needs puppy raisers and sitters; find out how you can help
COLORADO — Since 2018, United States Veterans Service Dogs has connected veterans to service dogs. According to the organization, service dogs are not only companions for veterans but also, in some cases, a lifeline. Thursday morning, Linnea Edwards and Windy Martin stopped by FOX21 to talk about the organization’s “Puppy Raising Program.” United States Veterans […] → Read More
WATCH: Marlboro Man’s former home up for sale in Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS — A piece of history is up for sale in Colorado Springs, offering all the comforts of home and a “little” luxury too. Nestled at the edge of Black Forest is a hidden paradise, a home built for one of Colorado’s original cowboys. The property at 12795 Oak Cliff Way has eight bedrooms, […] → Read More
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center continues 3×3 Projects series with “Messy Hope”
The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center’s 3×3 Projects are all about creative collaborations from isolation. This morning, we got a look at the latest project, “Messy Hope.” Fine Arts Center Director Idris Goodwin and project producer Lauren Ferrara joined us on FOX21 Morning News with details. → Read More
“Cobra Kai” comics performing in Colorado Springs this weekend
You’ve seen Dan Ahdoot on “Shameless,” “Bajillion Dollar Properties,” and most recently, on the Netflix hit show “Cobra Kai” as he plays a car salesman alongside the Karate Kid, Daniel LaRusso. This weekend, Ahdoot is performing at 3E’s Comedy Club in Colorado Springs, alongside costar and fellow car salesman Bret Ernst. He joined us on […] → Read More
Coronavirus in Colorado: Friday, July 9, 2021 evening update
COLORADO – According to updated data released on Friday by the state, the current coronavirus case summary reads as follows: Vaccine:3,268,495 people have been immunized by one dose (+5,287 from Thursday)2,994,370 people have been fully immunized (+6,370) Cases: 561,912 (+1,052 from Thursday)Hospitalizations: 32,051 (+39)People tested: 3,198,457 (+5,048)Deaths among cases: 6,837 (+10)Deaths due… → Read More
An engineering feat: Rebuilding the Pikes Peak Cog Railway
An age-old journey that has delighted visitors for 130 years is once again up and running, but bringing the Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway back to life was no easy task. → Read More
Man murdered Fort Carson soldier in 1987, sentenced to life without parole on Friday
COLORADO SPRINGS — Michael Whyte was found guilty of first-degree murder after deliberation for the 1987 murder of Darlene Krashoc, Thursday. On Friday, he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. On Thursday, it took the jury only four-and-a-half hours to reach a verdict. Whtye, 60, collapsed as the judge read […] → Read More