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AP: Obama picks ex-Ohio AG to lead consumer agency
July 17, 2011 4:41 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Barack Obama intends to nominate former Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray to a new consumer financial protection bureau that was a central feature of a law that overhauled banking regulations. White House and administration sources say Obama plans to announce the nomination Monday at the... more » -
On wildlife accidents and road kill permits
May 16, 2011 4:46 PM
Earlier I posted a story about Cyndi Walker who was hit by a bear last night as she was driving home from work along Austin Bluffs Parkway. A spokesperson for the Colorado Spring Police Department says drivers should report all traffic accidents involving wildlife even in situations like Cyndi's where... more » -
Shuttle program nearing the end, but a local group is working for the future
May 16, 2011 4:26 PM
As Endeavour launched into the new frontier of space Monday morning, the United States government is preparing for a new frontier of space travel without using the shuttle. The three-decade old human transport-module to space is being retired after the final launch of Atlantis scheduled for June. NASA has... more » -
Time warp in the middle of Colorado Springs
October 11, 2010 8:08 PM
These days, with self checkout lines and pay at the pump, customer service may be falling by the wayside. However, a cluster of businesses in the middle of Colorado Springs embrace an old fashioned way of doing things. The pace may seem a little slower, but their business isn't. ... more » -
Soldier arrested for fraud and theft, 97 victims identified
March 26, 2010 12:44 PM
A press conference is scheduled for this morning, talking about newly filed fraud and theft charges against U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Delroy Henry. Charges filed Thursday are in relation to securities fraud, theft and forgery. 97 victims have been identified, and officials from the District Attorney's office say they... more » -
Designing phase: On your way to inventing a new you
February 28, 2010 6:34 PM
In a tough economy, it would be a nice to be able to cash in on that great idea for an invention you've had. Continuing the series "Inventing a new you," Dr. Michael Larson with U.C.C.S. shows how you can get to the design phase after you find that great... more » -
D.O.C. responds to claims of forced homelessness from parolee
February 18, 2010 7:59 PM
News First 5 learned about 175 inmates that are paroled, each month, with no where to live. These numbers are from the Department of Corrections. Continuing a News First 5 investigation, we questioned why a parolee was dropped off to live under a bridge in Colorado Springs. For D.O.C., they... more » -
Alcohol study surprising to locals
February 6, 2010 12:06 AM
Walking downtown on a Friday night, you might think there are plenty of cities that are more "dangerously drunk" than Colorado Springs. However, in a recent study, there are only two in the country, and one of them is Denver. Men's Health Magazine has their own rankings, and they... more » -
42 exotic birds seized from Pueblo home
January 21, 2010 5:37 PM
It's a collection of more birds in one home than you may find anywhere else in Southern Colorado, but animal welfare officers are saying they are all in grave danger. "When the birds started dieing in the last 24 hours, food's not enough, they need medical care," says Donna... more » -
Soldiers getting holiday meal ready
December 23, 2009 8:16 PM
Another holiday, another meal for the homeless in our area. Fort Carson soldiers are once again working for the community this holiday season. The mission at Fort Carson, prep work. The cooking has a military feel. "Everybody's definitely got their own job," says Spc. Bobby Garrett. "I'm on... more » -
239 lbs. lighter, 'Loser' winner 'got my life back'
December 9, 2009 9:38 AM
Like the previous seven seasons of "The Biggest Loser," Tuesday's finale (seen on News First 5 at 7 pm) ended with dramatic weight losses and one fit winner. But season 8 also had a few surprises, including a live marriage proposal and a new big-money challenge for one contestant. ... more » -
Homeless activist announces recall effort against Mayor and Vice Mayor
November 6, 2009 7:24 PM
A local homeless activist is becoming active in a different effort. Patrick Ayers is leading a recall effort against Mayor Lionel Rivera and Vice Mayor Larry Small. At a news conference on Friday, Ayers said he believes Rivera acted unethically in his dealings with the US Olympic Committee... more »
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