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• New details into Tuesday's officer involved shooting in Woodland Park

  January 23, 2013 7:29 PM

  New details continue to pour in over Tuesday's deadly officer involved shooting in Woodland Park. Around 2:30 p.m., two officers with the Woodland Park Police Department pulled over Craig Bondo, 20, for driving a stolen Saturn station wagon along Highway 24. While attempting to make an arrest, the... more »

• Greeley teacher deal includes raises, furloughs

  April 28, 2011 1:35 PM

  GREELEY, Colo. (AP) - Greeley-Evans School District teachers have until Friday to vote on a tentative agreement with the school board that gives them pay raises based on experience but also requires them to take furlough days. The Greeley Tribune reported Thursday that the proposed contract was negotiated by... more »

• City schools faces "largest budget challenge in history"

  March 10, 2011 7:43 PM

  Pueblo City Schools faces some tough decisions. Superintendent Dr. Maggie Lopez says the school district is dealing with the "largest budget challenge in it's history." The school district needs to cut about $8.5 million from the 2011-2012 school year's budget, that's roughly 8% of its general fund. The school... more »

• Pueblo schools stay open despite sub zero temps

  February 1, 2011 2:31 PM

  From Denver to Colorado Springs, many school districts were closed today because of the bitter cold temperatures. However, in Pueblo, both District-70 and Pueblo City Schools were open with a two hour delay. At Somerlid Elementary school, the temperature was -2 degrees as students arrived for class. Several parents... more »

• Two school districts opt for late Tuesday start

  January 31, 2011 3:19 PM

  Two school districts have decided already to delay the start of school tomorrow morning. Pueblo District 70, which covers rural Pueblo County and Miami-Yoder JT-60 in eastern El Paso County have already scheduled a two hour late start for Tuesday. The forecast is for frigid temperatures, snow and... more »

• Pueblo D.A. says Greaves investigation ongoing

  December 20, 2010 6:50 PM

  Pueblo District Attorney Bill Thiebaut says he is not filing charges against Phillip Greaves II for writing or distributing his book: "The Pedophile's Guide to Love and Pleasure: a Child-lover's Code of Conduct." However, Thiebaut cautions the investigation into the Pueblo author continues. Greaves was arrested Monday morning by law... more »

• Harrison School District shows improvement methods

  December 13, 2010 2:49 PM

  Harrison School District 2 has made national headlines with a bold plan to change public education. Superintendent Mike Miles talked about the progress today. His message: "DONE, Waiting for Superman!" "Waiting for Superman" is a recently released documentary with a powerful message now taking the nation's public education... more »

• Harrison District talks about school improvement

  December 10, 2010 6:00 PM

  Harrison School District 2 has made national headlines with a bold plan to change public education. Superintendent Mike Miles will talk about the progress on Monday. His message: "DONE, Waiting for Superman!" "Waiting for Superman" is a recently released documentary with a powerful message now taking the nation's... more »

• Pueblo magnet schools attracting success

  November 4, 2010 7:22 PM

  A big turnaround for a pair of schools in Pueblo. Two years ago, Fountain Elementary and Corwin Middle Schools were on the brink of failure, but today test scores are up and there's even a waiting list. An issue now, may be funding. "Their achievement was low for several years,... more »

• Palisade considers tax increase for fire services

  October 19, 2010 8:34 AM

  Palisade voters are being asked for a property tax increase that supporters say will help the town's fire protection district after a loss of funding. Palisade Rural Fire Protection District Treasurer Maggie Somerville says the property tax increase is needed because the town will lose $50,000 in revenue when... more »

• Johnston named Pueblo West District Manager

  October 13, 2010 12:05 PM

  Pueblo West has a new district manager, for the third time in the past year and a half. Jack Johnston was unanimously approved by metro district board members at Tuesday night's meeting. "I'm excited about it," said Johnston, who's been a resident of Pueblo West since 2006. Johnston is the... more »

• Giron, Ortegon face-off in Senate 3 debate

  October 7, 2010 12:57 AM

  Two women running for State Senate District 3 debated in Pueblo Wednesday night. The candidates are Angela Giron (D) and Vera Ortegon (R). More than a hundred people attended the debate which was held at Pueblo Community College. Giron was appointed to the position in August, when her predecessor Abel... more »

• Colorado Springs D-11 receives huge federal grants

  September 24, 2010 8:43 AM

  Colorado Springs School District 11 has received two federal grants totaling nearly $21 million. The largest, a $15.17 million grant from the Teacher Incentive Fund, will be used to train teachers at ten schools to improve student achievement, as measured by classroom observations and student growth data. The... more »

• 3 hour delay for local school district

  September 22, 2010 9:17 PM

  The Hoehne School District near Trinidad is on a 3 hour delay for Thursday morning---due to septic issues. Here's a link to the school district website for more information. more »

• Pueblo West chooses new district manager

  September 8, 2010 2:20 PM

  The Pueblo West Metro Board has chosen Jack Johnston, currently HARP Authority Executive Director, as its new District Manager. Johnston must still officially accept the position and agree to a contract. If he accepts the job, Johnston will be the third District Manager is just a year and a... more »

• Job of the Day: DOW District Managers

  September 1, 2010 9:43 AM

  The Colorado Division of Wildlife is hiring District Wildlife Managers. This is one of the few entry-level positions in the wildlife field that allows a recent college graduate or a seasoned professional seeking a career change the opportunity to have an immediate impact on wildlife. Responsibilities include: wildlife management, law... more »

• Aspen schools seek tax increase

  August 25, 2010 4:12 PM

  The Aspen School District is asking voters to approve a property tax increase of $1.2 million a year to help close a budget shortfall. The school board voted unanimously on Tuesday to put the issue on the ballot this fall. School officials say the increase would amount to a... more »

• Recall effort underway in Harrison D-2

  August 19, 2010 12:53 PM

  Colorado Springs residents who are unhappy with the leadership in Harrison School District 2 have launched a recall effort to remove Deborah Hendrix, Linda Pugh, and Richard Rice from the school board. The group is now collecting signatures to get the recall on the ballot. more »

• Students adjust to longer school days, shorter week

  August 17, 2010 7:05 PM

  It's back to school for students in Pueblo County's School District 70 and this year the district is adjusting to a new four day schedule. To save the school district money, students in D-70 will now be off on Fridays. Some students see the 4-day schedule as a big benefit.... more »

• DA's Office issues report on Officer Involved Shooting

  July 9, 2010 4:10 PM

  The District Attorney's Office investigated an officer-involved shooting in Colorado Springs. Its final report was released Friday afternoon. Here's a complete transcript -- "The District Attorney's Office has concluded its' investigation of the officer involved shooting that occurred on June 4, 2010 and issues the following report: Any... more »

• District 11 successfully cuts $13 million from budget

  June 25, 2010 7:02 PM

  Colorado Springs School District 11 has adopted its 2010-2011budget. The Board of Educationi had to trim $13 million from its budget for next school year, but did so without having to charge for transportation, implement furlough days for employees, increasing class size or moving to a shorter work week... more »

• D-11 hires bus drivers

  June 17, 2010 5:46 PM

  Weekends, holidays, summers off! School District 11 is hiring bus drivers for the next school year. Apply online or call 520-2179 for more information. more »

• Pueblo teachers declare impasse

  June 1, 2010 6:15 PM

  The Pueblo Education Association and Pueblo City Schools (District 60) released a joint statement Tuesday declaring impasse on a new contract. Five times the two sides have met, but they have not been able to agree on several issues. Points of contention include teacher work load, student discipline, wages... more »

• Teacher shake up at Pueblo City Schools

  May 11, 2010 7:46 PM

  A big shake-up going on in Pueblo City Schools. Dozens of teachers and other staff are being transferred, because their schools aren't making the grade. The upside is millions of new dollars from the No Child Left Behind program. More than 40 teachers and nearly 20 staff members will move... more »

• Arts Center to offer Friday programs in the fall

  May 10, 2010 7:02 PM

  School District 70 student who may find themselves with nothing to do in the fall will have a friend in the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center. The arts center is expanding its Young at Art Afterschool program through a partnership with District 70. All day arts education classes will... more »

• Colorado Springs teen will face murder charges in juvenile court

  May 10, 2010 4:06 PM

  A Colorado Springs middle school boy accused of killing his 9 year-old brother and injuring his mother will be tried as a juvenile. The District Attorney's Office wanted to prosecute Daniel Gudino,14, as an adult. However, Judge David Shakes ruled Monday afternoon that Gudino will remain in juvenile court.... more »

• Pueblo West election today; polls open until 7 pm

  May 4, 2010 12:18 PM

  There's a special election in Pueblo West today--May 4, 2010. Four candidates are running for seats on the Metro District Board of Directors. Voters will elect three of them to serve on the board for a four year term. The candidates are Mike French, John Lisi, James Maggard and Christine... more »

• Budget woes could impact Pueblo teachers

  April 28, 2010 7:01 PM

  Some teachers in Pueblo may lose their jobs as Pueblo City Schools works to trim its budget. The school board needs to cut about $5.5 million out of the budget for the upcoming school year. One recommendation right now, is to eliminate 28 teaching positions.School board president Stephanie Garcia, says... more »

• Pueblo West looking for another manager again

  April 28, 2010 11:56 AM

  After only 9 months in the position, Larry Howe-Kerr has resigned as District Manager of Pueblo West. Howe-Kerr submitted his resignation at Tuesday night's metro district board meeting. Board members voted 5-0 to accept his resignation. Howe-Kerr's last day is Friday. A newspaper report states he will receive $49,100 in... more »

• D-11 kindergarten registration nears

  April 21, 2010 2:33 PM

  Kindergarten registration for the 2010-2011 school year is Friday, April 23, from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., at all District 11 elementary schools. Children must be five years of age on or before October 1, 2010, to enroll in kindergarten. For each child to be enrolled, parents should bring... more »

• D-70 outsources bus service, despite protests

  April 21, 2010 12:22 AM

  School District 70 has decided to stop operating its school buses. The decision was made at a school board meeting Tuesday night at Pueblo West High School. By a vote of 4-0, the board unanimously passed a measure to contract bus transportation out to a private company. School board member... more »

• Rocket team heads to nationals

  April 15, 2010 6:01 PM

  The Galileo School of Math and Science in Colorado Springs has been notified that their student rocketry team is one of the nation's top 100 and has qualified to compete in the national, Team America Rocketry Challenge. Galileo's team is the only one in the state of Colorado to qualify.... more »

• D-11 lunch gets healthier

  April 13, 2010 5:49 PM

  District 11 is attempting to radically improve the food served in its 65 lunchrooms in Colorado Springs. Rick Hughes, Director of Food and Nutrition Services, indicates "Childhood obesity and ‘diet related' health issues are at epidemic levels in our own community, while dozens of food products are recalled weekly... more »

• D-60 asks serious questions of DHPH board

  March 23, 2010 7:20 PM

  The Pueblo District 60 Board of Education sent a terse letter to Delores Huerta Preparatory School's Board President Tuesday. The letter was also sent local media. Stephanie Garcia, the District 60 Board President brought up six points of concern. It notes a governing board that appears to lack a... more »

• Unhappy D-70 parents look at options

  March 4, 2010 8:03 PM

  More on School District 70's plan to shift to a 4-day school week this fall. Some parents in Pueblo County say they will take their students elsewhere. Some private schools say they've been getting calls from parents. News First 5 looked at options for parents. The McClelland School and St.... more »

• District 70 superintendent talks about changes

  March 3, 2010 7:40 PM

  School District 70 is the largest in our state to vote for a 4-day school week. Resulting in longer days Monday through Thursday, and no school on Friday. News First 5 asked people their thoughts on the change. "I really don't think that would be a great idea," said Kathryn.... more »

• D 70 may move top-ranked school

  February 16, 2010 6:03 PM

  A big crowd is expected at Tuesday night's school board meeting at Pueblo County High School. Board members will consider the first round of cuts aimed at trimming $5 million from the District 70 budget. That includes moving one school and possibly closing others. One idea D-70 is considering is... more »

• Sales tax numbers dip, yet new businesses open on Union

  February 10, 2010 7:59 PM

  New businesses are opening and staying open in Pueblo's Union Avenue Historic District, but sales tax numbers haven't improved. The City of Pueblo reports sales tax revenue was down last December in the historic shopping district by about 2.5% from December of 2008. However, at least four new businesses have... more »

• Pueblo schools increase graduation requirements

  January 19, 2010 7:34 PM

  High school students in Pueblo will soon need more credit hours to graduate. Starting in 2012, students will need 6 more credit hours to graduate from Pueblo City Schools, for a total of 28 credit hours. The school district says students will be required to take more core subjects as... more »

• School District 70 examines major cuts

  December 17, 2009 5:57 PM

  School District-70 in Pueblo County is considering making major cuts to balance its budget next year. Superintendent Dan Lere tells News First 5 several options are being talked about including closing schools, cutting bus routes and reducing funds for athletic programs. District-70 says it needs to cut about $5 million... more »

• Pikes Peak Library District gets $15,000 grant

  September 14, 2009 2:38 PM

  The Pikes Peak Library District received a $15,000 grant from the Colorado State Library for a Play and Learn Program. Every elementary student in Colorado studies state history to meet the Colorado model content standards, including over 8,000 fourth-graders in El Paso County. The Pikes Peak Library District... more »