Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Today, during National Small Business Week, the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado will hold a class at Glen Eyrie from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Jonathan Liebert will explain how small businesses can use generative AI and Answer Engine Optimization — a method to adapt to changing search trends — to stay competitive.

Colorado Springs Police arrested a 25-year-old man on May 5 after he threatened a victim with a handgun during a road rage incident near Platte Avenue and Arrawanna Street at about 12:26 p.m.—the suspect, Kyle Harvey, was later stopped at Fountain Boulevard and Murray Boulevard and a handgun was recovered.

On April 11, police said that two speeding vehicles on I-25 collided near Garden of the Gods Road, causing a crash that killed Salvador Diaz and injured several others—authorities arrested one driver and recovered a white Dodge Charger on April 30, but they are still searching for the other racer.

State lawmakers rejected a bill offered by Gov. Jared Polis to add a 1% fee on homeowners insurance policies—money that would have supported hail-proof roof grants and reinsurance to lower wildfire risks.

The Senate Finance Committee voted 2—6 on Tuesday morning as members expressed concern that extra fees would hurt homeowners.

Colorado lawmakers are considering a joint resolution that would direct legal counsel to file a lawsuit challenging TABOR— a 1992 amendment limiting tax increases and state revenue—before the General Assembly adjourns sine die today.

Allyson Felix, Serena Williams and Coach K are named to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee Hall of Fame class of 2025 and will be inducted in Colorado Springs on July 12—joining Gabby Douglas, Bode Miller, Kerri Walsh Jennings and Nike founder Phil Knight.

This event marks the first induction since 2022 and raises the total number of inductees to 210.

Star Wars: A New Hope

6 PM – 6 PM — Pikes Peak Center For The Performing Arts — Check for ticket prices — Experience the iconic film brought to life by a live orchestra.

Live Music with The Mitguards

6-9 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Experience the distinct sound of The Mitguards blending folk, country, and swing music.

Giselle

4-6 p.m. — Ent Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience a beautiful ballet of love and forgiveness featuring over 60 young dancers.

Llamas Family Class: Mother's Day Celebration

10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $39-$47 per person — Enjoy painting with family while sipping on $2 coffees and $5 mimosas.

Team Trivia Night

5:45-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of trivia with food and drink specials and prizes for the winners.

Bleating Heart Night: Support NAMI Colorado Springs

5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy good beer while supporting a great cause on Bleating Heart Night.

Colorado Springs Monthly Evening Networking Mingle

5-7 p.m. — ViewHouse — Free for all entrepreneurs — Connect with fellow business owners in a welcoming atmosphere at this favorite local spot.

Live Music with Michael Reese

5-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Enjoy happy hour and be captivated by the mesmerizing guitar skills of acclaimed artist Michael Reese.

Pericles: An Adaptive Performance for People with Cognitive Disabilities

May 16-18 — Ent Center for the Arts — $15-$25 — Experience Shakespeare's Pericles through sensory drama games designed for people with cognitive disabilities.

Car Show at Mash Mechanix Brewing

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Mash Mechanix Brewing Co — Free admission — Check out diverse rides and enjoy craft beer, food trucks, and live music for the whole family.