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WE WANT TO SEE YOUR HOLIDAY LIGHTS 🎅🎄 Do you have some darn good Christmas decor? You can submit your home to be featured on our 2025 Light Up Southern Colorado Map, sponsored by Colorado ENT & Allergy. Submit a photo of your home here, and you might see it on TV!: https://krdo.com/holidaylights/
November 28, 2025 at 11:00 PM
WE WANT TO SEE YOUR HOLIDAY LIGHTS 🎅🎄 Do you have some darn good Christmas decor? You can submit your home to be featured on our 2025 Light Up Southern Colorado Map, sponsored by Colorado ENT & Allergy. Submit a photo of your home here, and you might see it on TV!: https://krdo.com/holidaylights/
Do you still go out for Black Fridays, or do you prefer to stay at home given the rise of online shopping?
Black Friday shopping may not be what it once was in Colorado Springs. But lines, crowds still exist
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The slumping economy, the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the increase in online buying have gradually lessened
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November 28, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Do you still go out for Black Fridays, or do you prefer to stay at home given the rise of online shopping?
The suspect in the shooting has been identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, an Afghan national who officials say came to the US in 2021 under a program implemented by the Biden administration following the US military withdrawal from Afghanistan.
An Afghan national who previously worked with the CIA named as suspect in DC National Guard shooting. Here’s what we know
By Lex Harvey, Chelsea Bailey, CNN (CNN) — A West Virginia National Guard member has died and another is in critical condition after a gunman opened
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November 28, 2025 at 9:30 PM
The suspect in the shooting has been identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, an Afghan national who officials say came to the US in 2021 under a program implemented by the Biden administration following the US military withdrawal from Afghanistan.
The Arizona Department of Transportation had fun with its signs this week. Here in Colorado, CDOT has been known to lay down a few jokes, too. If you worked for the Department of Transportation, what would you put on your road sign? 🤔
📸: Arizona Department of Transportation
📸: Arizona Department of Transportation
November 28, 2025 at 8:21 PM
The Arizona Department of Transportation had fun with its signs this week. Here in Colorado, CDOT has been known to lay down a few jokes, too. If you worked for the Department of Transportation, what would you put on your road sign? 🤔
📸: Arizona Department of Transportation
📸: Arizona Department of Transportation
BREAKING: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office confirms they are responding to a wildfire near the Turkey Track Shooting area, which is along the Douglas County-Teller County border.
Crews responding to fire at Turkey Track Shooting Area
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Douglas County Sheriff's Office confirms they are responding to a wildfire near the Turkey Track Shooting area. The
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November 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM
BREAKING: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office confirms they are responding to a wildfire near the Turkey Track Shooting area, which is along the Douglas County-Teller County border.
Tracking cold temps, wind & a little snow this weekend.
Tracking cold temps, wind & a little snow!
TODAY: Afternoon highs warm to the 50's and 60's for lower lying areas today, but an increase in cloud cover and gustier winds are possible especially
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November 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Tracking cold temps, wind & a little snow this weekend.
The La Junta Fire Department says it responded to a structure fire over Thanksgiving.
La Junta Fire Department works Thanksgiving garage fire
LA JUNTA, Colo. (KRDO) -- The La Junta Fire Department says it responded to a structure fire over Thanksgiving. According to the department, they were
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November 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The La Junta Fire Department says it responded to a structure fire over Thanksgiving.
On Saturday, Nov. 15, Cadet Third Class Jude Sterling went on a hike with friends, and it was so great, they decided to go on another hike.
While out enjoying the backcountry on Sheep Mountain, the group realized it was time to turn back, and then everything fell apart.
While out enjoying the backcountry on Sheep Mountain, the group realized it was time to turn back, and then everything fell apart.
Air Force Academy Cadet credited with saving friends' life in harrowing rescue
CHAFFEE COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) - On Saturday, November 15, Cadet Third Class Jude Sterling went on a hike with friends, and it was so great, they decided to
krdo.com
November 27, 2025 at 11:00 PM
On Saturday, Nov. 15, Cadet Third Class Jude Sterling went on a hike with friends, and it was so great, they decided to go on another hike.
While out enjoying the backcountry on Sheep Mountain, the group realized it was time to turn back, and then everything fell apart.
While out enjoying the backcountry on Sheep Mountain, the group realized it was time to turn back, and then everything fell apart.
The Justice Department asked a judge for permission Wednesday to publicly release financial records, travel documents, and notes of victim interviews obtained during the investigations into Jeffrey Epstein and his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell to comply with a new law.
Justice Department asks judge for permission to release records from Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell investigations
By Kara Scannell, CNN (CNN) — The Justice Department asked a judge for permission Wednesday to publicly release financial records, travel documents,
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November 27, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The Justice Department asked a judge for permission Wednesday to publicly release financial records, travel documents, and notes of victim interviews obtained during the investigations into Jeffrey Epstein and his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell to comply with a new law.
Snow could head our way this weekend.
Tracking mild temps through Friday, weekend cold/snow!
TONIGHT: We cool to the 30's in Colorado Springs and Pueblo after sunset. Partly cloudy skies and breezy winds continue tonight. TOMORROW: Thanksgiving
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November 27, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Snow could head our way this weekend.
The Springs Rescue Mission held its annual Thanksgiving banquet downtown today.
Springs Rescue Mission holds annual Thanksgiving banquet
EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- In a story that's Absolutely Colorado, one local non-profit is once again pulling out all the stops to help the less
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November 27, 2025 at 5:00 AM
The Springs Rescue Mission held its annual Thanksgiving banquet downtown today.
KRDO13, Whataburger, and Toys for Tots are joining forces to bring kids some much-needed joy, and we can’t do it without your help! Just visit any Southern Colorado Whataburger location between now and Dec. 21 with a new, unwrapped toy to drop off.
Help kids in your community in the 2025 Season of Sharing Toy Drive with KRDO13
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) --It’s the holiday season, and that means it’s the perfect time to give toys to kids in Southern Colorado who would
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November 27, 2025 at 4:00 AM
KRDO13, Whataburger, and Toys for Tots are joining forces to bring kids some much-needed joy, and we can’t do it without your help! Just visit any Southern Colorado Whataburger location between now and Dec. 21 with a new, unwrapped toy to drop off.
Adding to late November’s ever-growing list of festivities and shopping promotions, cannabis brands are now marketing “Green Wednesday:” the day before Thanksgiving, when childhood friends reunite and presumably light up.
This Thanksgiving, weed smokers are grateful for ‘Green Wednesday’
By Scottie Andrew, CNN (CNN) — If the guests at your Thanksgiving table this year are a bit moonier than usual, don’t assume they ate too much
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November 27, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Adding to late November’s ever-growing list of festivities and shopping promotions, cannabis brands are now marketing “Green Wednesday:” the day before Thanksgiving, when childhood friends reunite and presumably light up.
A Colorado Springs woman is hoping to bring her father’s remains home this holiday season. Meagan Heisinger says she spent years searching for information about the father she never knew. When she finally got answers, it wasn't entirely what she was hoping for.
Colorado woman hopes to bring remains of her father, an unclaimed veteran, home this holiday season
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO)-- A Colorado Springs woman is hoping to bring her father’s remains home this holiday season. Meagan Heisinger says she
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November 27, 2025 at 2:30 AM
A Colorado Springs woman is hoping to bring her father’s remains home this holiday season. Meagan Heisinger says she spent years searching for information about the father she never knew. When she finally got answers, it wasn't entirely what she was hoping for.
It's official. After weeks of unfavorable weather, Purgatory Resort is ready to open to the public on Friday, Nov. 28.
Purgatory Resort announces opening day
DURANGO, Colo. (KRDO) -- It's official. After weeks of unfavorable weather, Purgatory Resort is ready to open to the public on Friday, Nov. 28. According
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November 27, 2025 at 2:00 AM
It's official. After weeks of unfavorable weather, Purgatory Resort is ready to open to the public on Friday, Nov. 28.
The town's paving season ended only a few weeks ago, but officials are already working on one of two projects on North 9th Street to prepare for repaving next year.
Cañon City to spend winter months preparing for next year's paving of key street through town
CAÑON CITY, Colo. (KRDO) — The town's paving season ended only a few weeks ago, but officials are already working on one of two projects on North 9th
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November 27, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The town's paving season ended only a few weeks ago, but officials are already working on one of two projects on North 9th Street to prepare for repaving next year.
If you are looking to get into something this Thanksgiving, you're not alone. Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort is hosting its annual Thanksgiving community potluck. You can come out tomorrow for music, a meal, and the possibility of making some new friends!
Local lodge owner hosting Thanksgiving potluck for all
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - It's the seventh year Torie Giffin has hosted her Thanksgiving community potluck at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM
If you are looking to get into something this Thanksgiving, you're not alone. Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort is hosting its annual Thanksgiving community potluck. You can come out tomorrow for music, a meal, and the possibility of making some new friends!
Use code EPCSafeRide on Uber for $15 off a trip, maximum two trips from today (Wednesday, Nov. 26) at 5 p.m. through Sunday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. NOTE: Code is case sensitive. Use the code exactly as it appears.
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There are alternatives to driving drunk this Thanksgiving. Here's how you can get a free ride in Colorado
EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The El Paso County Sheriff's Office (EPSO) and other law enforcement partners are out in full force this week in
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November 26, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Use code EPCSafeRide on Uber for $15 off a trip, maximum two trips from today (Wednesday, Nov. 26) at 5 p.m. through Sunday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. NOTE: Code is case sensitive. Use the code exactly as it appears.
Other resources in the article 👇
Other resources in the article 👇
An enormous fire engulfed several tower blocks in Hong Kong on Wednesday, killing at least 36 people and leaving nearly 300 missing, officials said, with some residents still trapped inside burning buildings.
At least 36 dead, hundreds missing and three arrested as fire engulfs Hong Kong housing complex. Here’s what we know
By Catherine Nicholls, Chris Lau and Jadyn Beverley Sham, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — An enormous fire engulfed several tower blocks in Hong Kong on
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November 26, 2025 at 10:30 PM
An enormous fire engulfed several tower blocks in Hong Kong on Wednesday, killing at least 36 people and leaving nearly 300 missing, officials said, with some residents still trapped inside burning buildings.
The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder's Office certified election results from earlier this month, but will have a recount for a Colorado Springs School District 11 race.
Close election triggers recount for Colorado Springs School District 11 race
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder's Office certified election results from earlier this month, but it looks like
krdo.com
November 26, 2025 at 9:35 PM
The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder's Office certified election results from earlier this month, but will have a recount for a Colorado Springs School District 11 race.
BREAKING: Several people have been shot in Washington, DC, including at least one member of the US National Guard, according to a source familiar with the early reports and a law enforcement official.
Several people shot in Washington, DC, including at least one National Guardsman
By Zachary Cohen, Kaanita Iyer, CNN (CNN) — Several people were shot in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, including at least one member of the US
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November 26, 2025 at 8:07 PM
BREAKING: Several people have been shot in Washington, DC, including at least one member of the US National Guard, according to a source familiar with the early reports and a law enforcement official.
A dry, but sunny, Thanksgiving is in the forecast.
Start of a warming trend
Today we will have highs in the 50s along the I-25 corridor and Eastern Plains. The High Country will have highs in the 40s to 50s. Our skies will be
krdo.com
November 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A dry, but sunny, Thanksgiving is in the forecast.
BREAKING: The Colorado Springs Police Department has issued a shelter-in-place order for those near the 7300 block of Legend Hill Drive in northeast Colorado Springs.
Shelter-in-place issued near 7300 block of Legend Hill Drive
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) has issued a shelter-in-place order for those near the 7300 block of
krdo.com
November 26, 2025 at 6:28 PM
BREAKING: The Colorado Springs Police Department has issued a shelter-in-place order for those near the 7300 block of Legend Hill Drive in northeast Colorado Springs.
A woman who pleaded guilty to the 2014 stabbing of her sixth-grade classmate is back in custody after Wisconsin police say she vanished from a group home where she lived under supervised release Saturday night.
‘Slender Man’ stabber recaptured. A timeline of the original case, her disappearance and return to custody
By Amanda Musa, Chris Boyette, CNN (CNN) — A woman who pleaded guilty to the 2014 stabbing of her sixth-grade classmate is back in custody after
krdo.com
November 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM
A woman who pleaded guilty to the 2014 stabbing of her sixth-grade classmate is back in custody after Wisconsin police say she vanished from a group home where she lived under supervised release Saturday night.
Can the words "Thanksgiving" and "healthy" coexist in the same sentence? Here's how experts say you can make your meal blue zone-friendly.
5 ways to make your Thanksgiving meal ‘blue zone’-friendly
By Andrea Kane, CNN (CNN) — The food people consume has long been understood to shape them in some way.“Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you
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November 26, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Can the words "Thanksgiving" and "healthy" coexist in the same sentence? Here's how experts say you can make your meal blue zone-friendly.