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Fun events happening across Colorado this weekend, September 20th

SOUTHERN COLORADO – Every week, News5 tries to put together a list of fun things happening across Colorado. From Chile Fest in Pueblo to the Pikes Peak Marathon, there’s plenty of Colorado culture to experience. 30th Pueblo Chile & Frijoles…

Person flown by helicopter to Denver hospital after incident near power plants

FOUNTAIN – One person was flown by helicopter to a Denver hospital following an incident, according to Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU). It happened Thursday afternoon south of the Nixon and Front Range power plants, which are located on I-25 north…

Flag football breaks barriers in women’s sports

Earlier this year, the Colorado High School Activities Association approved flag football for girls as a fall sport. Adding flag football to the schedule provides many opportunities for female athletes, including the chance to be active every season of the…

How are property taxes calculated in Colorado? It has changed

COLORADO – Colorado state lawmakers are meeting in a special session this week to discuss how to reduce property taxes as home prices continue to rise across the state. The special session will consider bill SB24-233, which passed earlier this…

Colorado Springs homeowner speaks out after suspicious phone call from scammer

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado – A Colorado Springs woman is working to prevent others from falling victim to electricity and gas bills. Homeowner Eva Bentz, 64, is lucky after narrowly escaping exploitation from someone claiming to be from Colorado Springs Utilities….

Nighttime roadwork is planned, closing roads near I-25 and Nevada

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado – Overnight road work is planned in an area near I-25 and Nevada Avenue, which could cause traffic delays for motorists during the evening. I-25 South Connector Road and southbound South Nevada Avenue will be closed overnight…

Woodland Park School District announces new cell phone restrictions

WOODLAND PARK – On Tuesday, the Woodland Park School District (WPSD) announced new cell phone restrictions for this school year. WPSD says cell phone use will be banned in classrooms. Students must put their cell phones in an area selected…

District 11 declares new “no phone” rule safer for emergencies

COLORADO SPRINGS – School District 11 (D11) is cracking down on distractions this year by limiting cell phone use during school hours. It’s a new policy that was put to the test today when Doherty High School was briefly closed….

Following the recent storm, the city of Pueblo is holding a tree debris collection event this weekend

PUEBLO – The city of Pueblo is offering a tree debris collection site this weekend following a storm that hit the city. It will take place Friday, August 16 through Sunday, August 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in…

Businesses and residents of Old Town Colorado City propose tax hike to improve neighborhood

OLD COLORADO CITY – Some residents and business owners in Old Colorado City are proposing a property tax increase to be used to beautify the neighborhood. Many Old Colorado City residents and business owners spoke in favor of the proposal…