Thursday, October 24th, 2024
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bear Creek Cañon Park in Colorado Springs announces the completion of trail improvements enhancing regional connectivity and accessibility for those with disabilities. FOX21
- ➤ The Motor Way Bridge, near downtown Colorado Springs, will undergo a six-month closure for maintenance starting Oct. 28 to enhance traffic flow. 11 News
- ➤ Colorado Springs unveils the Southeast Strong Community Plan focusing on business growth, public health, and cultural diversity, with a public feedback session hosted by city officials and the RISE Southeast coalition. Colorado Springs Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs Police Department investigates further potential victims in a case involving a 65-year-old racquetball coach charged with child sexual assault. 11 News
- ➤ Victor Carson, a known homicide suspect, was arrested in Colorado Springs following a brief standoff with police, involving negotiation and non-lethal tactics. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ A wanted individual, Alex Pickruhn, was arrested following a brief standoff in a Colorado Springs hotel after initially evading police. 11 News
- ➤ Colorado Springs Police Department released limited body camera footage of an incident on Oct. 7 where officer Noah Bartron fatally shot 41-year-old Matthew Kemper after he allegedly charged at officers with a knife. Colorado Springs Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 'Insidious: The Further You Fear' live experience is set to bring the world of the popular horror franchise to Colorado Springs' Pikes Peak Center in May, immersing audiences in a thrilling environment where fiction and reality blur. FOX21
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Supreme Court is set to hear a case between Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and the Nonhuman Rights Project about the treatment and legal rights of five African elephants, marking a potential legal first concerning a nonhuman animal's right to freedom. Colorado Springs Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Colorado's 988 suicide and crisis hotline service transition to Arizona-based Solari raises concerns among local behavioral health specialists over care quality and provider familiarity. KOAA News5
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Children's Storytime at Pikes Peak Library
Experience engaging stories and sensory accommodations for children ages 3 - 7 at the Cheyenne Mountain Library.
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Helloween Festival
Experience an exciting day filled with live music from 11 bands, a fun costume contest, and delicious offerings from food trucks.
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Weekly Sunday Worship Service at Outreach Inc.
Experience a spiritually enriching weekly worship service in a welcoming community setting.
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Ricky's Island Cafe at Goat Patch Brewing Company
Experience a lively evening at Goat Patch Brewing Company with Ricky's Island Cafe in Colorado Springs.
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Children's Storytime at Ruth Holley Library
Experience engaging stories and sensory accommodations designed for children ages 3 to 7, accompanied by a favorite adult.
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All-Ages Story Time at Peterson Library
Experience an engaging hour of delightful stories, songs, and crafts designed for all ages.
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Tween Dungeons & Dragons Club
Experience the magic of Dungeons & Dragons with fellow tweens in a fun and welcoming environment, guided by Dragon Master Jasmine.
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Teens Gaming Hangout
Experience a fun gaming session where teens aged 12-18 can showcase their skills and socialize.
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Volt Of Vultures: 3rd Anniversary Show - Night 2
Experience a lively anniversary celebration at Vultures in Colorado Springs featuring music and entertainment.
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Family Mindfulness Workshop: Zen Pig & Emotions
Experience a mindful family workshop featuring Zen Pig, where Special Operation Forces families explore emotions, breathwork, and yoga together.
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