1+ hour, 30+ min ago  (501+ words) Colorado Springs saw marked improvements in core crime data from 2024 to 2025. At the top of the list is a 28% decline in homicides from 2024 to 2025. Car theft was down an even more impressive 42%, and vehicle burglaries decreased 32%. The statistics are encouraging,…...

1+ hour, 30+ min ago  (511+ words) The two faces of Hickenlooper Effective politicians often need a thick skin, especially when labeled hypocrites. They must shrug off the accusation and stay focused. True exceptions are rare: leaders guided by consistent principles, conscience, and a genuine willingness to…...

1+ hour, 30+ min ago  (430+ words) That's'why our city has leaned into technology as part of our public safety strategy. Whether'it's'our Real Time Crime Center, drones as first responders, or other innovations, we are focused on improving response times and outcomes.'Among the most'effective of these'tools…...

10+ hour, 31+ min ago  (560+ words) A recent land transfer is sending signals that Buc-ee's may be committed to building its second Colorado location at a controversial site near Monument Hill. The property on I-25 at the northern border of unincorporated El Paso County has long been…...

19+ hour, 39+ min ago  (479+ words) Colorado Springs Gazette Citizens Academy is strongly recommended | Guest Column I moved to Woodland Park from a large city in 2024 for the milder weather, cleaner air, sunny skies, sweeping views, and welcoming small-town atmosphere. I needn't remind anyone who lives…...

11+ hour, 45+ min ago  (10+ words) Flying the friendly skies | From my Perspective'Colorado Springs Gazette...

12+ hour, 39+ min ago  (943+ words) The Colorado Republican Party on Monday asked a federal judge to issue an emergency injunction to prevent the state's unaffiliated voters from being able to cast ballots in the GOP's upcoming primary election. Lawyers for the party argue in a…...

15+ hour, 32+ min ago  (536+ words) Imagine you're hiking one of Mueller's trails. You hear the wind rustling the aspen leaves, the dirt crunching under your feet, a Stellar's jay squawking in a tree above your head. As you look up at the bird, you notice…...

20+ hour, 13+ min ago  (470+ words) Special to the Courier Through its Micro-Grant Program, the Woodland Park Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is helping turn small-scale improvements into meaningful, visible change across the city's core. A relaunch'And a signal of commitment The 2026 Micro-Grant Program prioritizes projects that…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago  (553+ words) Project shouldn't be celebrated The City of Colorado Springs is quite pleased with itself over the Tejon Street project. As a lifelong resident, I find what they have done far from something to be celebrated! The Tejon disaster has given…...