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Colorado Springs Fire gets grass fire near Cheyenne Mountain Zoo under control, investigation continues

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Colorado Springs Fire responded to a grass fire near Star Ranch Road and Kincaid Ct.

Smoke is visible in the area.

A PIO on the scene has told News5 that due to the nature and location of the fire, the cause of this grass fire will be further investigated.

As of 5:30 p.m., the fire has been put under control and is out.

No structures were damaged.

No injuries have been reported.
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The Cost of Competition: Manitou Springs funding could take a hit due to COS marijuana sales

Since the sale of recreational marijuana was legalized in Colorado Springs, though it's been a benefit to dispensaries there, Manitou's mayor says the lack of sales at dispensaries may result in a significant decrease in city funding.

The Cost of Competition: Manitou Springs funding could take a hit due to COS marijuana sales

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