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LA Gov. Jindal campaigns for Romney in Colorado Springs Play Video
August 10, 2012 1:33 AM
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal came to Colorado Springs Thursday afternoon, campaigning for Mitt Romney. About two hundred people came to Acacia Park in support. Governor Jindal told the crowd, "You've got to tell your neighbors, your family, your friends, your colleagues: we've gotta vote, we've gotta stand up for our... more » -
Locals rally for justice in Trayvon Martin killing Play Video
March 26, 2012 12:54 AM
Across the nation cries for justice grow louder in the killing of Trayvon Martin, the Florida teen who was gunned down by a neighborhood watch captain while walking home from a convenience store. The outrage is present even here in Colorado Springs, where hundreds gathered for a march from... more » -
Colo Springs protesters granted 30 day permit
October 22, 2011 3:25 PM
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) - Wall Street protesters in Colorado Springs have been granted a 30-day permit to erect tents, tables and chairs, and a portable toilet on a portion of a downtown park. City spokeswoman Mary Scott says such long-term permits are usually issued for permanent structures, such as... more » -
Supporters of 'Occupy' Colorado Springs say tents will go up tonight
October 16, 2011 3:36 PM
Jason Warf who's part of the 'Occupy' Colorado Springs movement says that in the 6x20 area, which shown in photo, the tents, that were used for supporters to camp overnight, were taken down this morning, and they will go back up tonight. He added that many of the supporters... more » -
"Occupy" tents in Acacia Park no more ... for now
October 16, 2011 12:08 PM
Lt. Pat Rigdon, Colorado Springs Police Department, says that "Occupy" protestors in Acacia Park were issued a warning stating that camping on public property is prohibited around 7:15 am on Sunday morning. Soon after, members of the movement tore down the tents by 9 am and no police hands were... more » -
Sunrise service tradition for Colorado Springs hanging on
April 24, 2011 5:10 PM
After getting to Acacia Park early Easter morning, many were fueling up on coffee to fight the cold. "It's kind of a challenge to see what it's like in the morning," says Elly Singer. "Sometimes you think God is the only one awake early in the morning!" With... more » -
Man found stabbed in Acacia Park after attempted robbery
April 24, 2011 10:17 AM
Late Saturday night at approximately 11:00pm, Colorado Springs Police were called to Acacia Park on the report of a possible stabbing. When officers arrived they found a male victim in the stage area of the park with a stab wound. Officers were able to get a statement from the victim... more » -
Small rally in the park hopes for big attention
March 26, 2011 3:28 PM
Nearly 75 locals came out to Acacia Park today to rally and protest against U.S.-based multinational agricultural biotechnology corporation Monsanto. Monsanto is more known for one herbicide product named, RoundUp. Monsanto is also a producer of genetically engineered seed, which is infused into many products that we eat and use... more » -
Race kicks off St. Patricks Day Celebrations
March 12, 2011 11:54 AM
People of all ages congregated in Acacia Park in Downtown Colorado Springs on Saturday morning. Over two thousand people registered to run in the St. Patrick's Day 5K run, which kicks off the day's festivities. Event organizers say the 5K's youngest runner is only six-years-old. Kids up to eleven... more » -
There will be green in the streets
March 11, 2011 6:40 PM
Downtown Colorado Springs is going to be bleeding green on Saturday, March 12th. There will be floats, leprechauns, and much more at the 28th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. A 5K run kicks off the festivities at 10 a.m. That is followed by the kids "Leprechaun Fun Run" at... more » -
Shooter identified as apartment complex employee
December 18, 2010 6:48 PM
An apartment complex's maintenance man is being questioned by police after a shooting in Colorado Springs Saturday afternoon. It happened just before 12:30 at the Mayfair Apartment complex across the street from Acacia Park. Police say two men, 55 year old Kenneth Potter the building maintenance man and part time... more »
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