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Rain and thunderstorms hit El Paso County by lunchtime Monday, with snow in Teller County

If you're heading out Monday, bring a jacket and an umbrella. KRDO says scattered thunderstorms move into El Paso County by the lunchtime hour, and Teller County will likely see snow showers starting around 8 a.m.

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The San Juan River is forecast to crest above its record

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Forecast crest19.71 ft
Record17.8 ft

Today in Colorado SpringsMon., Nov. 2

45RainHigh 47° · Low 38° · 100% chance of rain

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  2. Tue55°33°
  3. Wed56°35°
  4. Thu55°35°
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  • Sunset 4:57 p.m.

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SportsThe Switchbacks beat Lexington 5-4 on penalties to advance in the USL playoffsChristian Herrera made the stop that mattered. The Switchbacks goalkeeper denied Lexington substitute Noble Okello in the fifth round of a penalty shootout Sunday, and No. 5 seed Colorado Springs won 5-4 at No. 4 seed Lexington SC in the Western Conference quarterfinals. The teams were tied 1-1 after 90 minutes of regulation and 30 minutes of extra time.Today’s editionRead EconomyThe Pikes Peak economy is holding up well, the UCCS Economic Forum report saysIf you've wondered how the local economy is doing, the 30th annual UCCS Economic Forum report has an answer. Bill Craighead, the forum's director, told The Gazette, "The Colorado Springs economy is holding up well." The report notes some recovery in jobs numbers and Colorado Springs sales tax collections, plus modest gains in housing.Sunday’s editionRead WeatherA big storm pounds the mountains Sunday and brings rain and wind to the Pikes Peak Region MondayIf you're planning around the weather, today looks like the quiet part for us. Most of the I-25 corridor will stay dry through the weekend while heavier rain and snow hit the mountains.Sunday’s editionRead

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  • Buc-ee'sBuc-ee's submitted a site development plan to El Paso County on Oct.

    Buc-ee's submitted a site development plan to El Paso County on Oct. 12, and the county's current code allows no appeal if Planning approves it administratively. Module 3 of the county's code update, covering procedures including site development review, is due in the first quarter of 2027.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: SoCo Digest

  • Gold mineThe Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mine in Teller County generated $704.2 million in economic activity across Southern Colorado in 2025.

    The Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mine in Teller County generated $704.2 million in economic activity across Southern Colorado in 2025. Large-scale surface mining in the district began in 1894.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: SoCo Digest

  • The IowaA group of local musicians is reviving a Westside concert venue, and The Iowa is slated to open early next year at 734 N.

    A group of local musicians is reviving a Westside concert venue, and The Iowa is slated to open early next year at 734 N. 19th St. About a dozen local performers co-own it.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: SoCo Insider

  • Prep footballCHSAA seeded 5A, 4A, 3A and other classes Sunday, and Palmer Ridge earned the top seed in 3A.

    CHSAA seeded 5A, 4A, 3A and other classes Sunday, and Palmer Ridge earned the top seed in 3A. One month remains in the prep football season.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Gazette

  • Para cyclingColorado Springs' Allison Jones earned her second medal of the 2026 UCI Para-Cycling Track World Championships in Apeldoorn, Netherlands.

    Colorado Springs' Allison Jones earned her second medal of the 2026 UCI Para-Cycling Track World Championships in Apeldoorn, Netherlands. Team USA finished the week with six medals.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: USA Cycling

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Daily Colorado Springsto me · Mon., Nov. 26:00 a.m.

Rain turns to snow Monday as the Switchbacks advance in the playoffs

Plus, the Switchbacks beat Lexington on penalties to move on in the USL Championship Playoffs.

The TLDR

  1. Rain, thunderstorms and snow move in Monday; Tuesday dries out
  2. Switchbacks beat Lexington 5-4 on penalties in the playoffs
  3. Buc-ee's plan, the Iowa venue and a $704.2 million mine report
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