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• 5 Uncovers: Library thefts result in big losses Play Video

  April 23, 2013 6:20 PM

  More than 75,000 books, CD's and DVD's have gone missing from libraries across Colorado Springs since 2009. "Others can't use that material if they haven't returned it," Sydne Dean with the Pikes Peak Library District said. "We'd like people to return their books so everyone can share." Below... more »

• Short term hearing loss may not mean permanent damage

  April 16, 2013 4:45 AM

  New research reveals short-term hearing loss after a loud concert does not indicate damage. Instead it's the body's way to cope. The study found when a person is exposed to noise, cells in the inner ear release a hormone causing a temporary reduction in hearing sensitivity. That's to protect it... more »

• Three generation family loses home to fire in Pueblo Play Video

  July 29, 2012 6:10 PM

  Fire destroyed a home in Pueblo this weekend. The flames were so intense, they caused some damage to a neighbor's home on West 13th Street. "It was one of the scariest things ever," said Jeremy Bravo, a next door neighbor. "You think that you're going to lose everything."... more »

• Waldo cost to community: $200 Million and counting Play Video

  July 12, 2012 7:01 PM

  Already the most destructive wildfire in state history, the full cost of the Waldo Canyon Fire will take many months to calculate. However, just counting the 346 homes that were lost, economist Fred Crowley says this fire is already more pricey than the Hayman fire. "Without working at it... more »

• Winds quickly spread fire that destroyed home in Rockrimmon

  April 3, 2012 7:24 PM

  The gusting winds overnight aggravated a chimney fire and causing it to spread until it consumed most of a Colorado Springs family's home in Rockrimmon. The fire started at around 3:00 in the 6000 block of Red Hill Circle. The fire department dispatched nearly 60 fire fighters and over... more »

• Skinny people eat chocolate

  March 28, 2012 6:13 AM

  Here's some good news for all you choco-holics out there: a new study indicates those who eat more chocolate, weigh less. The new research suggests that those who ate chocolate more frequently had a lower body mass index. That means a lower weight for their height. Doctors from... more »

• Audit: State Fair lost $380,000 last fiscal year

  January 17, 2012 5:19 PM

  The State Auditor reports the Colorado State Fair lost $380,000 in the fiscal year ending on June 30, 2011. "Overall, we're pleased with the results of the audit," said Colorado State Fair General Manager, Chris Wiseman. "Every year we strive to provide educational opportunities to the half-million fans that... more »

• A playoff win can reignite Tebowmania

  January 2, 2012 7:51 PM

  They may have lost the last three games, but that didn't stop the Denver Broncos from winning the AFC West and hosting a home playoff game. Enthusiasm among Broncos fans seems to be tempered by Sunday 3-7 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, but local broadcaster Tony Wright from... more »

• Prop 103 defeat will hurt D-11

  November 3, 2011 5:31 PM

  We just finished speaking with Colorado Springs District 11 CFO Glenn Gustafson. He tells is the school district will have to cut about $5,000,000 from the next budget due to Proposition 103 failing. He says until now the district has been able to keep budget cuts away from the classroom,... more »

• $2.3 billion in trading loss

  September 18, 2011 11:47 AM

  GENEVA (AP) - Swiss bank UBS has increased the loss it expects from its rogue trading incident to $2.3 billion from the $2 billion figure earlier provided. The bank said Sunday it has "now covered the risk resulting from the unauthorized trading" and its equities business "is again operating normally... more »

• 'Biggest Loser' continues to spark interest in weight loss

  January 4, 2011 7:48 PM

  Season 11 of the Biggest Loser premieres at 7 o'clock tonight on NBC. If you're one of the many trying to lose weight this year, News First 5 wants to help. News First 5 has created a special Facebook page to help you stay fit in 2011. It's called... more »

• Become a News First 5 Biggest Loser

  January 4, 2011 12:25 PM

  It's a New Year and perhaps time for a new you. If you're trying to lose weight, News First 5 wants to help. We've set up a new Facebook page called News First 5's Biggest Losers . It's a resource of stories, tips and motivation for staying fit and healthy... more »

• Mercedes recalls 85,000 cars over power steering

  October 11, 2010 12:53 PM

  Daimler AG is recalling about 85,000 Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the United States to prevent a loss of power steering fluid. The government's auto safety agency says in a posting to its website Monday that the recall involves Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles from the 2010 model year and Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles... more »

• More teenagers experience hearing loss

  August 17, 2010 6:45 PM

  A lot of parents may say their teens don't listen to them. But, a new study finds teenagers really aren't hearing as well as they used to. Whether it comes from listening to a lot of music, or simply old age even the slightest hearing loss can be a major... more »

• More job loss in Walsenburg

  March 29, 2010 12:33 PM

  Here's what I'm working on today. A private prison in Walsenburg is closing its doors, resulting in layoffs for up to 188 people. The city's unemployment rate is 10.2%--Now it's expected to climb higher. How is the city dealing with the job loss? I'm trying to set up an interview... more »

• Storms cost Southwest Airlines $15 million

  March 5, 2010 11:59 AM

  Southwest Airlines Co. says that winter storms along the East Coast last month cost it $15 million in lost passenger revenue. Southwest's estimate on Friday came after two other airlines said earlier this week that the poor weather cost them about $55 million in lost revenue. Continental Airlines Inc.... more »

• Here's a beer to cry in, Broncos fans

  January 3, 2010 9:18 PM

  A Denver Broncos win + New York Jets loss/tie + Baltimore Ravens loss/tie. Pittsburgh Steelers loss + Houston Texans loss + New York Jets loss + Jacksonville Jaguars loss. Denver Broncos win + New York Jets loss/tie + Houston Texans win. Enough! The season is over for the Denver... more »

• How wheels came off Toyota’s reputation

  October 7, 2009 10:59 AM

  It can take years to build a reputation. Now Toyota has to wonder and worry how quickly an image can be shattered. This should have been a great year for the Japanese maker, which knocked down king-of-the-hill General Motors in late 2008 to become the world's best-selling automaker. But... more »