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Colorado Springs
Thursday, June 5th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs firefighters delivered a baby girl in the Cheyenne Mountain area Wednesday afternoon — at about 2:20 p.m. — and both mother and baby are healthy. 11 News
- ➤ Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced that Get Outdoors Day will be held Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Memorial Park on the northwest corner of Prospect Lake; the free event offers outdoor activities for all ages and includes free fishing poles for the first 800 people under 17. 11 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Colorado Springs man accused of injuring 15 people in Boulder, Mohamed Soliman, attempted to purchase a handgun at Scheels on November 22 — his background check was denied when he said he was not a citizen. KOAA News5
- ➤ The Colorado Springs Police Department said that 38-year-old Ancus Marcius Hoffar Bone (a registered sex offender and sexually violent predator) moved to a new homeless location near 5 West Las Vegas Street and is on supervised release and probation. 11 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Tony Awards honor Broadway excellence and are named for Antoinette Perry, who began her acting journey (at Elitch Theater) here, and KKTV will air the ceremony on Sunday, June 8 at 6 p.m. with a reunion performance from the original cast of Hamilton (marking its tenth anniversary). 11 News
- ➤ Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum will open a new exhibit called Until Forever Comes: This is Ute Homeland on June 12, which shows the Ute People’s culture and history in the Pikes Peak area after five years of work with Tribal partners. The museum will host an opening celebration from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — featuring an honor song, games, and dance performances — that invites the public to experience this cultural milestone. City of Colorado Springs
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Academy School District 20 said that plans to rebuild Air Academy High School face a $70 million shortfall after federal matching funds dropped from $191 million to $120 million, and a federal team will meet with staff on June 12 (to decide next steps). Brigadier General Linell Letendre retired after leading the Air Force Academy's academic efforts since 2019, a move that raises concerns about potential faculty cuts. KOAA News5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Black Hills Energy announced on Monday a new power shutoff program for wildfire prevention in Southern Colorado—officials plan to launch the PSPS program by mid-summer. 11 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Colorado State Patrol and the Colorado Department of Transportation began enhanced DUI enforcement with sobriety checkpoints and increased patrols to prevent impaired driving during the 100 Deadliest Days. The initiative follows last summer’s 221 traffic fatalities—about one-third linked to impaired driving—and warns that a DUI may result in jail time, fines, and license suspension. 11 News
- ➤ Garden of the Gods Park finished an 8-month waterline project that installed 8,000 feet of waterline and 9 new fire hydrants and added accessible parking and trails to boost safety—The work involved Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services with help from the Office of Accessibility, Fire Department and Utilities. City of Colorado Springs
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Live Music at Red Leg: Last Patrol
10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant summer atmosphere with local bands and craft beers on the lawn.
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Family Exploration Day
4 AM – 2 PM — Penrose Heritage Museum — Free entry — Discover historic race cars and family artifacts while enjoying fun activities and philanthropy.
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Sunday Worship Service
4-6 a.m. — Outreach Inc. — Free entry — Engage in uplifting worship at a welcoming community service.
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Hauser Concert
7:30 p.m. — Pikes Peak Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket prices start at $58 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Hauser in Colorado Springs.
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Summer Concert Series
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy soulful tunes from Rafiel Slade and The Roomshakers in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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Hillside Summer Concert Series
5:00 – 8:30 PM — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $18 — Enjoy local bands, food, and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.
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Gentle Rain Live Performance
5-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy dynamic tunes from one of Colorado Springs' finest bands featuring vocalist Marcelle Hureau.
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New Moon Drifters Live Music
3:30-6:30 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy free live country and swing music in a charming courtyard atmosphere.
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Live Music: Silver Moon Riders
5-8 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Get ready for a summer full of great vibes and even better tunes on the lawn.
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Father Hood 5K Run
9 AM – 12 PM — John Venezia Community Park — Registration fee required — Participate in a family-friendly 5K run to promote community and health.
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