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Colorado Springs
Monday, July 21st, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Operation Homefront hosted its annual Back-to-School Brigade today to give 600 military kids backpacks, school supplies and gift cards to help them start new schools and adjust to moves—local families and volunteers also helped make the transition easier. KOAA News5
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs police reported a fatal motorcycle crash occurred Saturday night at the 4100 block of Drennan Road near Springnite Drive when the rider was thrown from the bike and pronounced dead at the scene—officials are investigating the incident. Colorado Springs Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Springs Police Department released body camera footage from July 5 showing officers fatally shot 26-year-old Alex Martinez-Sarmiento in downtown Colorado Springs after he ran from police following reports of a man carrying a rifle — two handguns were recovered and the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office now leads the investigation. KOAA News5
- ➤ On July 5, officers responded to a 911 call near Mansion Nightclub on East Pikes Peak Avenue after a man carrying a rifle was reported and later seen with a handgun, and during the incident they fatally shot 26-year-old Alex Martinez-Sarmiento—police have released body-worn and downtown camera footage and started an investigation into the use of force. FOX21
- ➤ The Colorado Springs Police Department is asking for help finding three missing children who were last seen on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. in the 6500 block of Antelope Run Circle—10-year-old Arbjon Domi wearing a red shirt, blue shorts and black and white Nike shoes; 8-year-old Elirjon Domi in a blue Nike shirt, tan shorts and black Crocs; and 7-year-old Leuart Domi in a black shirt, blue pants and blue Crocs—and anyone with information should call 7194447000. KOAA News5
- ➤ Colorado Springs police released footage of an officer-involved shooting that occurred downtown on July 5 — the case is under investigation. 11 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Department of Transportation launches its new 'Buckle Up — Someone Needs You' campaign this week to urge drivers to buckle up for their families, with posters in over 50 public venues and increased seat belt checks by local law enforcement for the rest of July. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Today, CDOT launched its 'Buckle Up — Someone Needs You' campaign to back the Click It or Ticket enforcement period from today to Aug. 1 and remind drivers to buckle up as 82 unbuckled occupants died in traffic crashes this year. The campaign partners with over 50 public venues to display safety posters while supporting state and local law enforcement efforts. 11 News
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Post-Deployment Welcome Home
10-11 a.m. — Airman & Family Readiness Center — Free entry — Celebrate and reconnect during this welcoming event for returning service members.
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Community Constellations Fundraiser
3-9 p.m. — Stellina Pizza Cafe — 10% of proceeds support local kids — Celebrate community while dining at Stellina Pizza and giving back to Riders 4 Children.
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Susan Rissman Trio at Dizzy Charlie's
5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free — Experience the smooth jazz sounds of the Susan Rissman Trio in an intimate setting.
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Mike & Bertye: Mountain Music
4-7 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience an outdoor concert featuring award-winning guitarist Mike Maddux blending jazz, bluegrass, and classical styles.
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Annual Hillside Brunch Fundraiser
10 AM – 1 PM — Hillside Community Center — Discount for neighbors — Enjoy a delightful brunch with games, music, and community spirit.
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Fusion Night
8 p.m. – Midnight — 1106 N Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO — Free entry — Experience an electrifying fusion of music and entertainment every Saturday night.
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Monday Hand & Foot Canasta
1-3 p.m. — Pikes Peak Library District - Library 21c — Bring your own decks of cards — Enjoy a friendly game of Hand & Foot Canasta with fellow enthusiasts.
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Ricky Sweum: Lo-Fi Jazz
5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience smooth lo-fi jazz with ambient soundscapes in a stylish hotel lobby setting.
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Baby & Toddler Story Time
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts designed for young children.
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The Barlow Concert
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rugged blend of Red Dirt, Americana, and outlaw country with The Barlow.
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