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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 28m

The 2025 Coordinated election is just three weeks away, and Prowers County voters have a lot to decide from municipal government leaders to school district offices.

2025 Election: What's on the ballot in Prowers County?

The 2025 Coordinated election is just three weeks away, and Prowers County voters have a lot to decide from municipal government leaders to school district offices.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 58m

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu directed the military to take “strong action” against any ceasefire violations, but did not threaten to return to war.

Israel strikes Gaza in first major test of ceasefire

Israel said it struck Hamas militants in Gaza on Sunday after they shot at Israeli soldiers who were inside the area that is still under Israeli control, according to the conditions of the ceasefire.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 1h

Medicare open enrollment begins on October 15, 2025, and officials are warning seniors about criminals who prey on people during this coverage review period.

Beware of Medicare open enrollment scams as coverage period begins

The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) offers guidance through the open enrollment process. You can call the national SHIP number at (877)839-2675 for help.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 2h

The 2025 Coordinated election is just three weeks away, and Otero County voters have a lot to decide from municipal government leaders to school district offices.

2025 Election: What's on the ballot in Otero County?

The 2025 Coordinated election is just three weeks away, and Otero County voters have a lot to decide from municipal government leaders to school district offices.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 3h

With Trump’s confirmation on his Truth Social platform of the death toll, that means U.S. military action against vessels in the region have killed at least 29 people

US to send survivors of strike on suspected drug vessel back to countries

The two survivors of an American military strike on a suspected drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean will be sent to Ecuador and Colombia, their home countries, President Donald Trump said Saturday.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 4h

Students at Pikes Peak State College are using artificial intelligence to brainstorm ideas, create assignments and practice real-world scenarios after the college launched a free AI platform this fall semester.

How Pikes Peak State students and teachers use new AI for learning

Pikes Peak State College launched a new artificial intelligence platform this fall semester, providing free access to all students and staff to enhance learning rather than replace it.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 5h

A small Colorado town's special election attracted an unusually large amount of campaign spending, with opponents of annexation and recall measures vastly outspending supporters.

Palmer Lake special election recap: one side well outspends the other

A small Colorado town's special election attracted an unusually large amount of campaign spending, with opponents of annexation and recall measures vastly outspending supporters.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 7h

A large-scale public health alert regarding ground cinnamon products has been expanded to include four additional spice brands over elevated lead levels.

Public health alert: FDA says more cinnamon products linked to dangerous lead levels

A large-scale public health alert regarding ground cinnamon products has been expanded to include four additional spice brands over elevated lead levels.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 8h

Colorado residents have received more than half a billion robocalls this year. A new report warns those constant spam calls and texts aren’t just a nuisance, but they’re a growing gateway to fraud.

Colorado robocalls surge as some carriers skip required fraud protection, report finds

Imposter scams are the number one reported scam in Colorado as of the first half of 2025, according to the FTC.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 9h

Starting in the new year, insulin pens will be available in California under the CalRx label for $11 per pen, or a maximum of $55 for a five-pack.

California to begin selling affordable state-branded insulin beginning next year

California will begin selling affordable insulin under its own label on Jan. 1, nearly three years after it first announced a partnership to sell state-branded generic drugs at lower prices.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 10h

The company will cut 4,000 jobs as part of ongoing productivity initiatives in its manufacturing and supply chain.

Nestlé cuts 16,000 jobs as part of an intensifying cost-cutting campaign

Nestlé is cutting 16,000 jobs globally as the Swiss food giant cuts costs as part of its efforts to revive its financial performance.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 11h

Stamberg was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame, which said she was known for her "conversational style, intelligence, and knack for finding an interesting story."

Susan Stamberg, first woman to host a national news program, dies at age 87

Susan Stamberg, a "founding mother" of National Public Radio and the first female broadcaster to host a national news program, has died.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 12h

After a decade of bad news, new data hints at a surprise turn — but it might not last.

America’s obesity problem just saw a plot twist

Fewer states have extreme obesity rates for the first time in 10 years — but federal cuts may put that hard-fought progress at risk.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 13h

We are continuing to provide you with the latest information regarding a devastating fire at the Caribou Village Shopping Center

‘No credible evidence’ fire at Nederland strip mall was intentionally set, Boulder deputies say

There is “no credible evidence” that a fire that destroyed nearly two dozen businesses in Nederland last week was intentionally set, deputies with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 14h

The Scripps News Group spoke with a SNAP recipient who is growing increasingly worried as the shutdown enters its third week.

Government shutdown threatens November SNAP benefits for more than 600,000, CDHS says

More than 600,000 Coloradans could miss out on their November food benefits if the government shutdown continues, according to the state's Department of Human Services (CDHS).

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 14h

The 76-year-old was abducted on Oct. 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel, from the horse stables where he worked in Kibbutz Nir Oz.

Israel identifies the remains of one more hostage while 9 Palestinians are killed in Gaza City

Israel says the remains of another hostage that Hamas handed over the day before have been identified as Eliyahu Margalit, as the Palestinian militant group looks for more bodies.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 15h

The southwestern portion of the state saw heavy rainfall and historic flooding. Due to all of this rain, the southern mountains are now completely drought free.

Remnants of tropical storm Priscilla led to drought free conditions in the San Juan Mountains

The southwestern portion of the state saw heavy rainfall and historic flooding. Due to all of this rain, the southern mountains are now completely drought free.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 16h

On Wednesday, Meteorologist Lauren Brand visited North Mesa Elementary School.

Storm Safe visits kindergarteners and second graders at North Mesa Elementary School

First Alert 5 Storm Safe school visits help educate students about severe weather threats in Colorado, how to be prepared and how to take action to stay safe.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 17h

Cañon City residents will vote in November on whether to approve the city's first excise tax, which would fund annual maintenance of the RC Icabone Pool through charges on tourism businesses.

Breaking down Cañon City's excise tax vote this November

2.25% excise tax would charge tourists for attractions to generate $675,000 annually for RC Icabone Pool maintenance

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 19h

WATCH LIVE NOW

The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC host their final regular season home game against the Las Vegas Lights.

WATCH LIVE: Colorado Springs Switchbacks vs Las Vegas Lights

We will be streaming all non-nationally exclusive Switchbacks FC matches on our mobile app, connected TV apps, and website for Southern Coloradans to enjoy.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 19h

It's unclear who will operate the crossing's heavily damaged Gaza side once the war ends.

Palestinians, Israel disagree on whether Gaza's crucial Rafah crossing will reopen Monday

The Palestinian embassy in Egypt says the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will reopen Monday for people returning to Gaza.

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KOAA 5 @koaa5.bsky.social · 20h

Colorado has some of the best places in the country to look at the stars, and over the next two weeks, you can see the comet of the year if you know where and when to look.