Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Colorado Springs Fire Department is honored with the Ronald J.
Siarnicki Seal of Excellence for their pioneering safety programs reducing firefighter injuries and fatalities.
Community members and officials advocate for the reversal of the Rockrimmon Library's closure decision due to a lease non-renewal by the PPLD Board of Trustees, highlighting ongoing local support and funding solutions.
A multi-vehicle crash on southbound I-25 near Woodmen in Colorado Springs is causing traffic delays.
Colorado Springs Police arrested 38-year-old Mickey Brand for his alleged involvement in five convenience store robberies.
Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade released a video firmly stating his full cooperation with the FBI in a hate crime hoax investigation, denouncing rumors of his arrest as falsehoods, and calling for higher civil discourse.
The Mayor of Colorado Springs unveils the 2025-2030 Homelessness Response Action Plan, a comprehensive approach to reduce homelessness through enforcement, outreach, prevention, employment, housing, and collaboration.
Voters in Colorado Springs opposed Mayor Yemi Mobolade's proposals on retail marijuana sales and retaining excess revenue for a police training academy, marking his initiatives' second rejection, amidst minimal progress and public discussion on the police training facility project.
Colorado is set to start a state-regulated psychedelic therapy program in 2025 following the release of detailed industry regulations, aimed at addressing the mental health crisis through legal psilocybin-assisted therapies at dedicated centers.
Colorado Springs and La Junta VA clinics adjust their operating hours to better allocate resources and ensure staff safety.
Idea Lab: LEGO Building Workshop
Participants can engage in creative LEGO activities, including building custom creations and completing challenges, in an open-ended environment.
Sunday Blues Jam Featuring Local Artists at Avenue 19
The Sunday Blues Jam showcases performances by Austin Johnson, Ted Johnson, Noah Mast, and Matt Campbell in a popular venue in Colorado Springs.
Interactive Baby Time Session
This event offers babies from birth to 12 months a chance to participate in songs, action rhymes, and story sharing with a favorite adult.
Children's Storytime
A fun storytelling session for children ages 3 to 7, with sensory accommodations available to enhance the experience.
Toddler Time at Ruth Holley Library
A lively program for one- and two-year-old children to participate in nursery rhymes, music, and movement while listening to short books.
Westside PEPNET Thursday Morning Networking Meeting
The Westside PEPNET networking meeting aims to foster business growth through structured referrals and educational presentations in a supportive environment.
Big Pinch Concert
Experience a live performance by Big Pinch at Lulu's Downtown, a popular venue in Colorado Springs.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course
This is a certification course offered by the American Heart Association for healthcare providers to learn essential life support skills.
Christmas Symphony Concert
Experience a heartwarming Christmas celebration featuring festive sing-alongs and holiday favorites under the direction of talented conductors.
Dueling Pianos: Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
The 4th Annual Dueling Pianos event promises an evening of holiday classics, festive music battles, and interactive sing-alongs, providing a lively atmosphere for guests aged 14 and up.
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