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• 5 Uncovers: The fight to shut down illegal drug web sites Play Video

  April 25, 2013 8:34 PM

  There's a new war on drugs happening across the nation and right here in Colorado. Illegal narcotics are being bought and sold on the black market, then delivered right to your door step. What's even scarier is that these sites are now targeting teenagers. They are set up... more »

• Tenants warn of rental scam on Craigslist Play Video

  April 11, 2013 11:05 PM

  A group of Colorado Springs tenants are warning anyone thinking about using sites like Craigslist to find rental properties. More than a half dozen folks have come forward saying the deal they were promised turned out to be a dud. A house located at 1925 Chamberlin in Colorado... more »

• Digital Media Marketing Director Career Opportunity at KOAA Television, Colorado Springs

  March 21, 2013 11:25 AM

  KOAA and KOAA.com, the Cordillera owned #1 NBC affiliate in Colorado Springs-Pueblo, CO, is seeking a Digital Media Marketing Director . KOAA/#1 NBC has immediate opening for progressive, multi-platform savvy marketing director. Responsible for planning, development and implementation of all of the organization's marketing strategies, marketing communications, and public relations... more »

• Missing local girls all had online modeling profiles Play Video

  February 28, 2013 9:39 PM

  There's a common denominator in the disappearances of three young women; all were aspiring models with online profiles on sites like 'Model Mayhem' and 'Explore Talent'. 19-year-old Kara Nichols of Colorado Springs, 22-year-old Kelsie Schelling of Denver, and 17-year-old Raven Cassidy Furlong of Aurora are all still missing. Officials can't... more »

• Warning for residents looking to renew driver's license online

  February 23, 2013 12:24 AM

  If you plan on renewing your Colorado Driver's License online, El Paso County is warning residents about a series of renewal sites circulating the web which may be misleading. Maggie Quinn thought she could beat the long lines at the Department of Revenue by renewing her license electronically. ... more »

• Four major retailers will close hundreds of stores Play Video

  February 4, 2013 3:30 PM

  Some bad news tonight for four retailers nationwide. They're planning on closing hundreds of stores. We found out it has a lot to do with your shopping habits. For many, the ease of online shopping is a huge appeal. "Sometimes you can find exactly what you want online... more »

• Here's a reminder about common scams from the BBB Play Video

  December 10, 2012 7:13 PM

  The holidays are a time for memories, but all too often those memories are marred by scams. We set out to find ways to keep those memories happy by uncovering some common scams. "There are always new twists on old scams," said Katie Carrol, Director of Public Relations for... more »

• State educators worried about online testing and high-speed internet

  August 20, 2012 12:27 PM

  Colorado educators are worried that limited access to the Internet will hurt some school children as the state takes testing online. Many rural communities lack high-speed access and in some cases, classes are forced to log off so other classes can get the information they need. Classes ranging from Advanced... more »

• Women sell breast milk online and health professionals discourage buying it Play Video

  August 2, 2012 10:18 PM

  Imagine buying breast milk for your baby from a stranger! You may not have heard of this trend, but it is happening. We found out it's definitely not the safest way to feed your baby. When breast milk goes for money, compassion can turn into capitalism. "Oh, I wouldn't put... more »

• LinkedIn passwords leaked online

  June 6, 2012 6:42 PM

  There's a report today that millions of LinkedIn passwords have been leak online. A Russian forum user claims he has hacked LinkedIn, uploading 6,458,020 encrypted passwords (without usernames) as proof. Here's more from Mashable . more »

• Report: More high school students taking math, science and online courses; fewer employed

  May 24, 2012 12:58 AM

  MIAMI (AP) - More high school students are enrolled in math and science classes with increasing numbers seeking online learning opportunities. Fewer are wanting or able to find a job after school. Those are just some of the changes under way at the nation's high schools described in a report... more »

• Could you be sued for "Pinning?"

  March 26, 2012 12:35 PM

  The sudden explosion in popularity of the social website Pinterest has some legal minds a bit concerned about what the law allows when it comes to pinning photographs from anywhere on the Internet. If you haven't yet logged on, Pinterest is all about pinning pictures online of those things... more »

• How safe is social networking? Play Video

  February 29, 2012 8:13 PM

  How dangerous is it to deal with people you meet online? We looked into the issue today in light of yesterday's standoff situation at a local urology center. Office workers say it all started as a dispute over an online ad for puppies. We spoke with Kevin Johnson, a... more »

• Restaurant inspections raise awareness of food safety Play Video

  February 14, 2012 7:40 PM

  Before you make plans to dine out, you may want to check the health inspections for your favorite restaurants in Pueblo. "Dead roaches." "Excessive rodent droppings." "Slime mold accumulation." Those are some of the critical violations found at some restaurants in Pueblo, according to the Pueblo City-County Health Department.... more »

• State of Colorado moves to online pay stubs

  January 11, 2012 6:25 AM

  DENVER (AP) - The governor's office says Colorado will save an estimated $60,000 per year by having state employees access their pay stubs online instead of sending them pay stubs printed out on paper. The state started issuing paperless pay stubs to some employees in late November. The governor's office... more »

• Education cuts hitting home Play Video

  November 14, 2011 6:27 PM

  Classroom in Colorado Springs School District 11 will be empty next week as employees take their two mandatory furlough days this year. Glen Gustafson, D11's chief financial office, says all of the furloughs are happening during Thanksgiving week to minimize the impact on the community. "We know that this... more »

• People seeing more online bullying

  September 27, 2011 6:26 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) - Teens and young adults say they're seeing more harassment and bullying online these days. Fifty-six percent tell an Associated Press-MTV poll that they've been the target of mean behavior, false gossip or tricks on social networking sites or in text messages. And most of those say... more »

• Bad teacher: YouTube videos show how to make explosives at home

  July 27, 2011 3:14 PM

  Officers with the Colorado Springs Bomb Squad say more and more young people are learning how to make dangerous explosions from ordinary household chemicals by watching "how-to" videos posted online. It's a serious risk to their safety and carries a hefty penalty if they're ever caught. Tonight at... more »

• City busses to give kids summer discount

  June 1, 2011 6:03 PM

  Mountain Metropolitan Transit, the bus service for the City of Colorado Springs, is offering summer discounts to children age 6 to 18 in the community. As part of the Summer Haul Pass program, local kids can ride any bus all summer long for just $20. The "haul pass" comes... more »

• Marijuana next in online coupon trend

  May 21, 2011 2:12 PM

  DENVER (AP) - Medical marijuana sellers are joining the online coupon trend, trying to lure new patients with deep discounts on pot, hash, smoking accessories and edible cannabis-infused foods. Online couponing for marijuana comes as popular mainstream coupon sites turn away dispensaries and other marijuana businesses. In established medical-pot... more »

• Online mayor forum is tonight

  May 9, 2011 4:11 PM

  Monday night, from 6:30 to 7:30, people can ask the two men running for Colorado Springs' next mayor questions via Facebook, Twitter, or online submissions through the Springs Vision Forum website. Young professionals are organizing the online forum, hoping to get young voters interested in the election. The... more »

• EPC online restaurant inspections a hit

  January 19, 2011 10:11 AM

  The decision by the El Paso County Health Department to put restaurant inspections online has proven to be popular. The Health Dept. doubled its normal website traffic last month. "We're very happy about that and really feel the public is interested in the information," said Kandi Buckland, who works for... more »

• Renew your driver's license online

  January 17, 2011 8:20 AM

  If you want to avoid spending your lunch hour standing in line to renew your driver's license, skip the line and renew online. The state of Colorado has a quick, easy-to-navigate online system that's available around-the-clock. RENEWAL LINK more »

• Protect yourself when shopping online

  December 6, 2010 7:42 PM

  Some new numbers show an increase of online shopping as much as 36% from last year during the Christmas season. But not all of us may have such a happy holiday. "A lot of people bought online, more than predicted." explains Katie Carrol with the Better Business Bureau of Southern... more »

• Google to bring Dead Sea Scrolls online

  October 20, 2010 11:21 AM

  Now accessible only to experts, Google will put the ancient Dead Sea Scrolls online. The project will grant free access to the 2,000-year-old text which are considered one of the greatest archaeological finds of the last century. The scrolls, which consist of thousands of fragments, will be uploaded... more »

• CSU-Pueblo ranks lowest in cost of some online degrees

  September 20, 2010 5:43 PM

  Colorado State University-Pueblo ranked first among the Best Buys in Online College Degrees for its bachelor's in social science and sociology, according to GetEducated.com . Colorado State University-Pueblo ranked number one based on a survey of 37 regionally accredited universities that offer distance bachelor degrees. Applicants would pay about... more »

• Online resources: Boulder County Fire

  September 9, 2010 9:33 AM

  Maps of the Fourmile Canyon Wildfire area, lists of homes burned, resources for how you can help--they're all online. Here's a rundown of sites for quick reference: Boulder County Office of Emergency Services Federal government Incident Web Site Google Fire Map more »

• Colorado Springs teen lured into prostitution

  August 19, 2010 9:52 AM

  Six people have been indicted in Denver for allegedly playing a role in the coercion of a Colorado Springs teenager into prostitution. Those indicted Wednesday include Daivean Shields, 19, the teen's ex-boyfriend, and David Glenn Abney. Prosecutors say last year, when the victim was 17, she went to... more »

• CBI launches Colorado Cold Case web site

  August 12, 2010 3:40 PM

  Sometimes, it takes just a small sliver of information about a murder to solve the case--something that may seem insignificant to the person who knows the information. In an effort to catch killers who, until now, have gotten away with murder, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) launched a... more »

• Skimming suspect's photo released

  August 6, 2010 11:20 AM

  Colorado Springs residents have reported having their bank accounts cleaned-out after their information was stolen from debit card skimmers. The skimmers also steal credit card information. Tens of thousands of dollars has already been taken. Police have now released a photo of a man they believe installed at... more »

• New ID theft targets kids' Social Security numbers

  August 2, 2010 2:09 PM

  The latest form of identity theft doesn't depend on stealing your Social Security number. Now thieves are targeting your kid's number long before the little one even has a bank account. Hundreds of online businesses are using computers to find dormant Social Security numbers - usually those assigned to... more »

• Appeals court gives new life to "Howling Pig" suit

  July 20, 2010 8:20 AM

  A federal appeals court in Denver says a former college student can pursue a lawsuit against a prosecutor stemming from his challenge of state libel laws. The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued a ruling Monday reversing a lower court's dismissal of the lawsuit against Weld County prosecutor... more »

• Obesity impact on sexual health

  June 16, 2010 10:54 AM

  A new study looks at how obesity may impact sexual health. French researchers surveyed over 12,000 adults about their sexual behavior. Obese men were two and half times more likely to have problems with erectile dysfunction than normal weight men. Obese women had four times the number... more »

• Colorado birding trail routes on the web

  June 10, 2010 10:10 AM

  Whether you're looking for mountain bluebirds, nesting bald eagles or rare sage grouse, the Colorado Birding Trail features 13 new routes and more than 200 sites that provide wildlife viewers and birders with outstanding opportunities to see unique species in Colorado's most spectacular environments. "The web site provides valuable... more »

• Arapahoe Basin selling Exhibition lift chairs

  April 29, 2010 1:44 PM

  Did you meet your soulmate on a chairlift at A-Basin? Spend your youth zipping down the slopes? If so, you may be interested in owning a piece of nostalgia. Arapahoe Basin is selling off chairs from its Exhibition lift. It was installed in 1978 and carries three people on... more »

• Colorado high school cancels classes after threat

  April 21, 2010 12:06 PM

  Classes at a Colorado high school are canceled and students have been searched for weapons and sent home after administrators found an online threat. A spokesman for the Adams County School District would not release details of the threat at Westminster High School, including whether administrators found it on a... more »

• US court rules against FCC on `net neutrality'

  April 6, 2010 10:55 AM

  A federal appeals court has ruled that the Federal Communications Commission lacks the authority to require broadband providers to give equal treatment to all Internet traffic flowing over their networks. Tuesday's ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia is a big victory for Comcast Corp.,... more »

• Colorado launches registration program for teen voters

  April 6, 2010 10:29 AM

  Colorado Secretary of State Bernie Buescher is offering another option for voter registration to high school juniors and seniors. Buescher will visit Tuesday with high school students about voting and civic engagement and unveil the state's new online voter registration system. Buescher says the system will be available to any... more »

• Colorado group calls for Amazon.com boycott

  March 10, 2010 8:49 AM

  The liberal group ProgressNow wants Coloradans to boycott Amazon.com over the retailer's decision to cut ties with online affiliates in the state. The boycott call came Tuesday, a day after Amazon.com broke with Colorado bloggers and Web site operators who help it sell products. Amazon blamed the state's new online... more »

• American woman charged with recruiting jihadists online

  March 9, 2010 5:06 PM

  A Pennsylvania woman has been charged with using the Internet to recruit jihadist fighters and help terrorists overseas. Authorities say the case shows how terror groups are looking to recruit Americans to help carry out their goals. A federal indictment charges Colleen R. LaRose with agreeing to kill a... more »

• Governer signs tax hike bills into law

  February 24, 2010 5:13 PM

  Gov. Bill Ritter has signed a package of bills taxing everything from candy and soda to online sales. The governor says the money is needed to help close a $1.5 billion shortfall this year and next. The new laws signed by the governor on Wednesday are expected to raise... more »

• Tracing the path of light during migraines

  January 11, 2010 5:30 PM

  A majority of the 30-million Americans who get migraines are extremely sensitive to light -- even those who are blind, but can still detect light. Using lab animals, researchers traced the path of brain cells during a migraine. They found exposure to light triggered a flow of electrical signals that... more »

• 'Cyber Monday' sales rise 20 percent over 2008

  November 30, 2009 4:33 PM

  Retail Web sites kept amping up the deals Monday, the first day after Thanksgiving weekend's strong online sales, to try to maintain the momentum. Meanwhile, a research firm that tracks business at stores reported tepid sales and customer traffic for Friday and Saturday that confirmed a so-so start to... more »