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• One dead, one with serious injuries after crash in Colorado Springs

  January 13, 2013 10:41 AM

  The Colorado State Patrol is investigating a single-vehicle-crash on I-25 Baptist Road exit that resulted in one fatality and one serious injury. Officers say a 2006 Mazda 3 sedan was traveling southbound when the driver lost control and the vehicle traveled off the western off the edge of the ramp... more »

• Walmart hiring for new store in Springs

  May 31, 2012 1:47 PM

  Walmart is hiring approximately 80 associates to work at the new Walmart Neighborhood Market slated to open in August in Colorado Springs at 655 north Murray Blvd. The retailer has opened a temporary hiring center at the Walmart Supercenter located at 1575 Space Center Drive in Colorado Springs. ... more »

• Pit Bull shot and killed

  February 22, 2012 7:40 PM

  A Pit Bull was shot and killed outside a home in the Holland Park neighborhood of Colorado Springs this afternoon. A man reported the dog became aggressive and growled at him. The dog apparently belonged to a neighbor. Officers from the Humane Society were called and so far the... more »

• Shooting turns deadly

  February 16, 2012 10:15 PM

  Police say one person is dead after a shooting outside a car wash in Colorado Springs. It happened near Uintah and Galley just before 6 p.m. There are no suspects at this time. We'll bring you more information as we get it. more »

• Hit and run on Dominion Way

  January 20, 2012 7:33 AM

  Colorado Springs Police are reporting a hit and run. It happened a little after 1 a.m. on Dominion Way. That's near Dublin and Academy. Investigators say one person was hit by a car and then fled the scene. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital, but condition... more »

• Colorado considers changes to manage wild turkeys

  September 17, 2011 9:52 PM

  COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) - Colorado wildlife officials say the state's turkey restoration program has been so successful that the birds are starting to cause some problems on the Eastern Plains. Wildlife officials say in spots where turkeys are abundant, large flocks have been heading to cattle ranches, farms and... more »

• Elections office moving Friday

  August 29, 2011 1:04 PM

  The Elections Department of the El Paso County Clerk and Recorders Office will be moving over the Labor Day weekend to the new county building on Garden of the Gods Road. The office will begin the move on Friday leaving Centennial Hall, 200 S. Cascade Avenue, and opening Tuesday at... more »

• DUI crackdown focuses on marijuana and prescription drugs

  August 24, 2011 6:52 PM

  As part of the current Heat is On impaired driving campaign, officers in our state are targeting drivers who use medical marijuana and prescription drugs before driving. Posters such as the one pictured are being put up at gas pumps across the state warning drivers not to medicate and... more »

• Man wakes to find bear in his kitchen

  July 18, 2011 10:27 PM

  Griffin Smith and the family cat were just waking up for breakfast in their west Colorado Springs home. When they walked in to the kitchen he realized he wasn't the only early bird. "I saw my cat really puffed up and he looked unhappy so I wasn't sure what was... more »

• Museum aircraft was bought on eBay

  July 12, 2011 4:00 PM

  A World War Two era biplane that was flown by the Tuskegee Airmen and that will soon be displayed at the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. came from an Air Force pilot who found the craft on eBay. Cpt. Matthew Quy says he and his wife began looking for a... more »

• Investigators say pawn shop fire was no accident

  July 11, 2011 4:45 PM

  A pawn shop at the corner of Chelton and Bijou in Eastern Colorado Springs went up in flames last night. Fire investigators believe the fire was set purposely. This is also the second fire there in the past two weeks. We're speaking with a woman who lost a lot of... more »

• Building fire closes intersection

  June 27, 2011 3:30 AM

  Colorado Springs fire department is working a fire at the corner of Chelton and Bijou. One of the business in the building is a medical marijuana dispensary. Fire crews are currently ventilating the building. Stay with News First 5, as more details come in. more »

• Warrior Games are a week away

  May 9, 2011 9:18 PM

  Colorado Springs, May 9--------The U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC), the Department of Defense, presenting sponsor Deloitte, and the United Service Organizations (USO) are bringing the Warrior Games again to Colorado Springs next Monday. The competition, which is a joint effort between the USOC and the Department of Defense, will take place... more »

• 2 pets die in mobile home fire

  February 13, 2011 1:02 AM

  A Colorado Springs family is trying to pick up the pieces after a fire Saturday nearly destroyed their mobile home on the 4800 block of Astrozon Blvd. Fire investigators believe it started when the engine of a nearby RV caught on fire. "When our units got here the majority... more »

• Bracing for high heating bills

  February 9, 2011 1:57 PM

  All the cold weather we've had over the last few weeks could leave you with sticker shock when the utility bill comes in the mail. Last Tuesday alone, Colorado Springs Utilities customers set a record for natural gas consumption of nearly 2 and a half times a typical winter day's... more »

• Help paying for utility bills

  February 9, 2011 8:44 AM

  Our heaters are working over time as temperatures are expected to dip well below zero again today. All of that extra usage could leave customers with sticker shock when their bill comes in the mail. To help keep utility bills manageable, Colorado Springs Utilities customers can enroll the budget... more »

• Heating help

  February 9, 2011 6:48 AM

  Our heaters are working over time as temperatures are expected to dip well below zero again today. All of that extra usage could leave customers with sticker shock when their bill comes in the mail. To help keep utility bills manageable, Colorado Springs Utilities customers can enroll the budget... more »

• 2010 State of the Region: some challenges met, others lie ahead

  December 13, 2010 8:16 PM

  prepared for the worst," said El Paso Board of County Commissioners chairman Dennis Hisey before delivering the 2010 State of the Region address Monday, "but I really expect it to be better than the worst-case scenario." Hisey's address before hundreds of community leaders highlighted cooperation, collaboration, and innovation leading... more »

• Youth Pastor accused of assaulting 14 year old

  December 2, 2010 10:44 PM

  A Colorado Springs Youth Pastor is behind bars accused of sexually assaulting a 14 year old girl. Officers say it happened mulitple times, and they're worried there are other victims. The investigation started back in October. Joshua Amoroso, 21, was arrested Wednesday at the Chapel Hills Mall. He... more »

• New Information: giraffe had to be euthanized

  November 19, 2010 11:05 PM

  A sad day at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo after a 20-year old giraffe had to be euthanized. Uhura fell Friday after being bumped by another giraffe. The animal lost her footing and fell down a slope that acts as a natural barrier between the giraffes and guests. Stephanie Hoyes... more »

• Recovering addict opens up about drug abuse

  October 4, 2010 8:07 PM

  A recovering drug addict who was caught up in a black tar heroin bust at Cheyenne Mountain High School is sharing his story in hopes of raising awareness for parents and teens. James Petrakis was one of the former students arrested in the bust in December 15, 2008. ... more »

• Friday: Stargazer night at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

  August 31, 2010 3:02 PM

  Traverse the night sky through telescopes with the guidance of the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society this Friday at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. The Zoo will host its final Stargazer Night of the year. Cool Science and Science Matters will have fun activities for kids of all ages. Check out... more »

• Convicted murderer given 10 additional years

  August 9, 2010 7:18 PM

  A convicted murderer was sentenced to an additional 10 years in prison Monday for having a weapon in his cell. Judge Robert Lowrey sentenced Marc Sylvester after a sharpened ball point pen was found in his cell during his murder trial in April. At that time Sylvester was charged... more »

• UPDATE: Little girl may have been buried alive

  August 4, 2010 1:30 PM

  The biological mother of the 9 year old murder victim says she thinks Sims is lying. Jopetia Garretson tells NF5 she believes Sims had more to do with their daughter's death than he told investigators. She thinks both Sims and Lynch should be charged with 1st degree murder. ... more »

• Ft. Carson soldier who drowned ID'd

  July 27, 2010 6:43 PM

  Ft. Carson has released the name of a soldier who drowned Sunday on post. He was Spc. Terry L. Ryan, II. The 23 year old was trying to get a boat that had drifted away at Townsend Reservoir. He went under the water and never came back up. Ryan... more »

• Home Invasions on the rise

  July 8, 2010 12:31 AM

  Despite a dip in the crime rate in 2009, unofficial numbers from the Colorado Springs Police Department suggest that home invasion robberies in the city have spiked in 2010, increasing by more than 100 percent as of late April. While many crimes are often referred to as home invasions,... more »

• Air Force thanks two "old dogs" for their service

  June 8, 2010 7:57 PM

  In the past decade, Air Force service dogs Wodan and Chaky have guarded presidents, sniffed out bombs in Iraq and been shining examples of what working military dogs can be. The two Belgian Malinois were recognized for their many years of service to the country Tuesday at Peterson Air... more »

• Now hiring: USAA seeking 200 new workers

  March 2, 2010 4:58 PM

  United Services Automobile Association (USAA) announced Tuesday that they are hiring for 200 new positions at their Colorado Springs offices. The insurance and financial services company is expanding its banking, investment and retirement services. USAA primarily serves members of the US armed forces and their families. Around a thousand... more »

• New Marijuana law proposed

  February 3, 2010 11:28 PM

  A bill introduced at the state capitol this afternoon will try to get every dispensary in the state licensed. If it passes it will create a "time out" - a moratorium on any new medical marijuana dispensaries until july 1st, 2011. Also, the dispensaries would have to turn... more »

• Bridge on Nevada found lacking

  December 22, 2009 6:05 PM

  One lane of North Nevada Ave. has been closed due to structural problems. The bridge spans a rail spur near Fillmore. One lane was shut down after an inspector discovered evidence of deterioration under the bridge. There will still be one lane open northbound, and the two southbound lanes... more »

• Colorado Springs Children's Chorale Concert Sunday

  December 4, 2009 11:34 AM

  The Colorado Springs Youth Symphony will perform with the Children's Chorale and Ballet Society Sunday at the Pikes Peak Center. The 'Tis the Season: Making Spirits Bright concert includes Christmas music and a special visit from Santa and friends. The family-friendly concert gets underway at 3 pm. Tickets... more »

• Grass fire burns in west Colorado Springs

  November 6, 2009 4:23 PM

  A grass fire broke out at the corner of Fillmore and Grand Vista near Coronado High School this afternoon. It started around 1:45 p.m. It burned between 10 to 20 acres in an open field. Firefighters have the fire under control. They will continue to monitor it for hot spots... more »

• Tempers flare at health care town hall meeting

  October 19, 2009 1:26 PM

  The national health care debate played out in Colorado Springs on Monday. Hundreds gathered at the Stargazer Event Center in Colorado Springs for a town hall meeting with Congressman Doug Lamborn (R). A small but loud minority interrupted Lamborn several times, yelling "Tell the truth" and "You lie." Lamborn... more »

• Man sought for kidnapping and other charges

  October 19, 2009 7:33 AM

  On Saturday evening at 11:40 p.m.in Colorado Springs, the Gold Hill Division officers responded to a house in the 1500 block of East Caramillo Street concerning a reported domestic disturbance. An adult female at the house reported that her ex-boyfriend, Jeremy Simmons, kicked in the back door and had... more »

• Dog could save boy's life

  October 13, 2009 8:46 PM

  The suspense is almost too much for 5-year-old Ethan Rines. "I can't wait!" he said. Ethan and his mom, Jessie, traveled all the way from Maine to Colorado Springs to meet their new dog. They've waited for this moment for months. "He's going to go everywhere... more »