Author: Ajia Cuevas [email protected]
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Colorado snow totals following Dec. 3 storm
Colorado was blanketed by a layer of snow after a storm moved through the state early Sunday. One mountain pass got over 40 inches while some cities on the front range got a light dusting. Here are snow totals for the last 24 hours in Colorado, according to the National Weather Service: Alma: 9 inches…
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Mysterious explosion reported by residents Sunday night in Colorado Springs sparks investigation
Colorado Springs police are investigating an explosion that reportedly shook homes and startled people awake Sunday night in Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs police said the department received multiple calls for service regarding the noise at 10:32 p.m. According to a list of online calls for service, one report of an explosion came in from Platte…
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Foods to avoid giving your dog this Thanksgiving
The holidays are a time to cherish our closest family and friends. For many, this includes our beloved four-legged companions. It’s important to be mindful that, while we can feast on Thanksgiving foods like turkey, pumpkin pie, and stuffing, certain foods can land your dog in the vet. Though it may be tempting to let…
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Colorado Springs sets new record high temperature on Sunday
Amid a warm weekend, Colorado Springs set a new daily record high temperature for Nov. 5 on Sunday. The National Weather Service in Pueblo reported that Colorado Springs hit 76 degrees beating the previous record of 74 degrees. The previous record was set in 2009. Warm weather is expected to continue in the coming days…
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Denver sets new record high temperature on Sunday
Amid a weekend of warm weather, Denver set a new record high temperature for Nov. 5 on Sunday. The Denver International Airport recorded a temperature of 78 degrees, breaking the previous record of 77 degrees for the date, according to the National Weather Service in Boulder. The previous record of 77 degrees was recorded in…
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Train derailment in Colorado Springs update: Nearby roads reopened, cleanup continues
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save All roadways have been reopened in downtown Colorado Springs following a train derailment near the El Paso County jail Monday evening, according to police. Officers were dispatched to the 2900 Block of East Las Vegas around 6:30 p.m. after reports of a possible train derailment,…
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo welcomes endangered tree kangaroo
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo welcomed a rare and endangered tree kangaroo to the zoo family Tuesday night. Som, a 3-year-old female Matschie’s tree kangaroo, arrived at the zoo after traveling from another organization accredited by the…
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The 2023 Colorado State Fair: What to know before you go, deals and discounts
Are you ready for funnel cakes, carnival rides and rodeos? The annual Colorado State Fair returns for its 151st year starting Aug. 25. Beginning in 1872, the state fair has become a staple in Colorado’s history. Visitors can experience a variety of concerts, animal exhibits, carnival rides and fair food in Pueblo through Labor Day.…
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‘A once-in-a-lifetime giraffe’: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo says goodbye to Msichana
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo said goodbye to beloved and well-known female giraffe Msichana this week, according to a release from the zoo. Due to a recent decline in her health, caretakers made the “difficult, but compassionate” decision to humanely euthanize her. Her death follows months of successful treatment for age-related issues, zoo officials said. The nearly…
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Hiker injured after falling 30 feet at Pulpit Rock in Colorado Springs
The Colorado Springs Fire department reported that a hiker sustained injuries after falling approximately 30 feet at Pulpit Rock Saturday evening. Around 6 p.m., fire crews responded to a high angle rescue at the park in the northern side of the city, according to a tweet from the department. The hiker was transported to a…