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04/23/2025

A horse rescue near Fountain is still recovering from flood damage that happened two years ago.

In efforts to fundraise, the owner of Dreamcatchers Equine Rescue is auctioning off an RV.

More at: https://tinyurl.com/2fz589hy

04/23/2025

On Thursday, April 24, CDOT will host an open house for the public to learn more about the CO 45/Pueblo Boulevard Safety Improvements Project.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is hosting a community open house for the CO Highway 45/Pueblo Boulevard Safety Improvements Project on Thursday.

04/23/2025

With the start of severe weather season, it's important to understand the different risks that we could see throughout the next few months.

04/23/2025

The U.S. Department of Education announced Monday that it will begin collections on defaulted loans starting May 5.

04/23/2025

Community mourns vibrant 13-year-old Pueblo girl, Joeylin McDonald, following tragic fall. Remembered for enthusiasm and spirit.

The family of a 13-year-old girl, Joeylin Kenly McDonald, is opening up to make sure the community remembers who McDonald was days following her death.

04/23/2025

Colorado Springs City Council has changed how and when community members can give public comment for items not on the regular agenda during city council meetings.

04/23/2025

After another wildfire at the Turkey Track Shooting Range last week, leadership in nearby Teller County is hinting at possible restrictions this summer ahead of a planned major overhaul of target shooting in Pike National Forest.

After another wildfire at the Turkey Track Shooting Range in Colorado’s fire-prone high country last week, leadership in nearby Teller County is hinting at possible restrictions this summer.

04/23/2025

On Tuesday, Governor Jared Polis signed an executive order at the Colorado State Capitol outlining the state's priorities in fostering a greener, more efficient government.

04/23/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT

All of Northbound I-25 is closed just south of Purcell Boulevard. News5 is working to learn more about what is causing the closure. Expect signifcant delays, if you're making your way north from Pueblo.



📽️: Courtesy CDOT

04/23/2025

After a mellow start to the week, we're expecting a daily chance of showers and thunderstorms starting this afternoon.

Meteorologist Alan Rose says that storms today and Thursday will have a small chance of reaching severe criteria.

After a beautiful start to the week, our weather will turn more active starting today, with daily storm chances through Friday.

04/23/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT

Expect delays on the commute from Pueblo to Colorado Springs. A accident is causing delays along Northbound I-25 just south of Purcell Boulevard.

Traffic Map Here: https://www.koaa.com/traffic

04/23/2025

Pope Francis' funeral will be held on Saturday morning at 4 a.m. ET in St. Peter's Square, the Vatican announced on Tuesday.

Church leaders and dignitaries from around the world will gather to honor Pope Francis, whose influence was felt globally during his papacy.

04/23/2025

How many potholes do you think the City of Colorado Springs filled in 2024? The answer may surprise you.

Vote right now at: koaa.com/news/we-want-to-know. Tune in at 6 a.m. for the answer!

What are the things you want to know about where you play and live? In this segment of News5 Today, we hear from you about certain topics, places, and things you are interested in as well as get an idea of what your neighbors are thinking. So, what questions do you have? Fill out the form below.

04/23/2025

Grab some popcorn and your friends — the Denver Film Society has announced its 2025 Film on the Rocks lineup at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater.

04/23/2025

A new proposal would give Colorado voters a bigger role in deciding who represents them whenever a state lawmaker resigns before their term is complete. However, the measure is drawing criticism from some who say it still doesn’t solve a bigger problem.

A new proposal would give Colorado voters a bigger role in deciding who represents them whenever a state lawmaker resigns before their term is complete.

04/23/2025

Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell found the top shelf to get the puck past Colorado Avalanche netminder Mackenzie Blackwood to give the Stars a 4-3 overtime win and even the series at one game apiece Monday night.

Colin Blackwell gathered his own rebound and found the back of the net for the overtime winner to even the Western Conference first round series 1-1.

04/23/2025

Pope Francis' funeral will be held on Saturday morning at 4 a.m. ET in St. Peter's Square, the Vatican announced on Tuesday. See this story and our full Tuesday coverage at koaa.com

04/23/2025

A 13-year-old girl in Pueblo is dead after falling 25 feet onto a gym floor, according to the Pueblo Police Department. See this story and our full Tuesday coverage at koaa.com