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Running groups known as Burrito Leagues are popping up across the country and beyond for January, as runners dedicate hours and days to jogging short trails, paths, and loops over and over and over again.
Burrito League arrives in Colorado Springs
Burrito Leagues are popping up across the country and beyond for January, as runners dedicate hours and days to jogging short trails, paths, and loops over and over and over again
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January 26, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Running groups known as Burrito Leagues are popping up across the country and beyond for January, as runners dedicate hours and days to jogging short trails, paths, and loops over and over and over again.
The Broncos were defeated 10-7 by the Patriots on Sunday, ending the team's best season since 2016.
January 25, 2026 at 11:15 PM
The Broncos were defeated 10-7 by the Patriots on Sunday, ending the team's best season since 2016.
The man who died following a crash on Marksheffel Road in Colorado Springs last week has been identified.
Driver who died following crash on Marksheffel Road last week identified
The man who died following a crash on Marksheffel Road in Colorado Springs last week has been identified.
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January 25, 2026 at 11:00 PM
The man who died following a crash on Marksheffel Road in Colorado Springs last week has been identified.
Democrats demanded that federal immigration officers leave Minnesota after a U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis.
Protesters demand immigration agents leave Minneapolis after man is shot and killed during crackdown
Democratic officials and protesters on the streets are demanding that federal immigration officers leave Minnesota after a Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis.
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January 25, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Democrats demanded that federal immigration officers leave Minnesota after a U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis.
A 10-year-old survives a rattlesnake bite and overcomes challenges to become a rodeo champion in an inspiring journey. Hear her story and why she will continue to ride.
Cowgirl Up: Colorado girl nearly died from a rattlesnake bite, now thriving
A 10-year-old El Paso County girl who nearly died from a rattlesnake bite this past summer has not only recovered but has become an inspiration...
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January 25, 2026 at 9:00 PM
A 10-year-old survives a rattlesnake bite and overcomes challenges to become a rodeo champion in an inspiring journey. Hear her story and why she will continue to ride.
Significant disruptions have hit major airport hubs in Dallas-Fort Worth, Charlotte, Philadelphia and Atlanta, as well as New York’s JFK International Airport and LaGuardia Airport.
More than 10,000 flights canceled as massive winter storm sweeps across US
A massive winter storm set the stage for a brutal travel day Sunday, with airlines warning of widespread cancellations and delays at some of the nation's busiest airports.
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January 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Significant disruptions have hit major airport hubs in Dallas-Fort Worth, Charlotte, Philadelphia and Atlanta, as well as New York’s JFK International Airport and LaGuardia Airport.
The state's 'first public Christian school' that was ordered to close earlier this month has responded to safety concerns.
Colorado's 'first public Christian school’ responds to safety concerns
The state's 'first public Christian school' that was ordered to close earlier this month has responded to safety concerns.
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January 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The state's 'first public Christian school' that was ordered to close earlier this month has responded to safety concerns.
He was holding a cellphone, apparently filming law enforcement activity, nearly one mile away from where Renee Good was fatally shot by an immigration enforcement agent earlier this month.
Videos dispute federal account of fatal shooting of Minneapolis protester
Video circulating online show various different angles of the fatal shooting of a man by a U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis on Saturday, contradicting claims made by federal officials.
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January 25, 2026 at 6:30 PM
He was holding a cellphone, apparently filming law enforcement activity, nearly one mile away from where Renee Good was fatally shot by an immigration enforcement agent earlier this month.
The Colorado Rockies traded right-handed pitcher Bradley Blalock to the Miami Marlins for minor league right-hander Jake Brooks.
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#coloradorockies #bradleyblalock
January 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The Colorado Rockies traded right-handed pitcher Bradley Blalock to the Miami Marlins for minor league right-hander Jake Brooks.
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#coloradorockies #bradleyblalock
More at: https://tinyurl.com/yhcrc4du
#coloradorockies #bradleyblalock
The 12th Judicial District Attorney's Office says an Alamosa man was sentenced on January 21 to 16 years in prison for two separate cases.
Prolific drug dealer in Alamosa sentenced to 16 years in prison
An Alamosa man has been sentenced to 16 years in state prison after pleading guilty to two counts of possession with intent to distribute drugs.
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January 25, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The 12th Judicial District Attorney's Office says an Alamosa man was sentenced on January 21 to 16 years in prison for two separate cases.
A Minneapolis family hides after ICE detains their mother, with volunteers stepping up to protect children facing separation and uncertainty.
‘It’s not Christian’: Volunteer regrets past votes as she aids family wanted by ICE
A Minneapolis family hides after ICE detains their mother, with volunteers stepping up to protect children facing separation and uncertainty.
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January 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM
A Minneapolis family hides after ICE detains their mother, with volunteers stepping up to protect children facing separation and uncertainty.
President Trump reversed his stance, threatening a 100% tariff on Canadian goods days after initially supporting Canada’s trade deal with China.
Trump flips on Canada-China accord, proposes 100% tariff in turnaround
President Trump reversed his stance, threatening a 100% tariff on Canadian goods days after initially supporting Canada’s trade deal with China.
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January 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
President Trump reversed his stance, threatening a 100% tariff on Canadian goods days after initially supporting Canada’s trade deal with China.
Former special counsel Jack Smith defends his Trump prosecutions in House hearing, facing questions over Jan. 6 investigation tactics.
Ex-special counsel Jack Smith defends Trump prosecutions in congressional hearing
Former special counsel Jack Smith defends his Trump prosecutions in House hearing, facing questions over Jan. 6 investigation tactics.
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January 25, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Former special counsel Jack Smith defends his Trump prosecutions in House hearing, facing questions over Jan. 6 investigation tactics.
Keep an eye out for your W-2- to file taxes this year. Employers have to send them out by February 2, and there are a lot of changes from President Trump’s "One Big Beautiful Bill" you’ll want to know about.
Changes to filing taxes this season in light of President Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill'
President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" made substantial changes to deductions you'll want to know about before filing your taxes.
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January 25, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Keep an eye out for your W-2- to file taxes this year. Employers have to send them out by February 2, and there are a lot of changes from President Trump’s "One Big Beautiful Bill" you’ll want to know about.
A pedestrian who died following a crash along North Cascade Avenue in Colorado Springs earlier this month has been identified.
Pedestrian who died following crash earlier this month identified
A pedestrian who died following a crash along North Cascade Avenue in Colorado Springs earlier this month has been identified.
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January 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM
A pedestrian who died following a crash along North Cascade Avenue in Colorado Springs earlier this month has been identified.
FEMA has paused layoffs of disaster workers, citing the massive winter storm, amid an agency overhaul that has already cut thousands of jobs.
FEMA pauses termination of disaster workers ahead of winter storm
FEMA has paused layoffs of disaster workers, citing the massive winter storm, amid an agency overhaul that has already cut thousands of jobs.
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January 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM
FEMA has paused layoffs of disaster workers, citing the massive winter storm, amid an agency overhaul that has already cut thousands of jobs.
The El Paso County Sheriff's Office says an 18-year-old has been arrested after allegedly damaging a home with a pair of kitchen shears.
Teenager arrested after allegedly damaging home with a pair of kitchen shears
A teenager has been arrested after allegedly damaging an El Paso County home with a pair of kitchen shears and threatening the residents.
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January 25, 2026 at 3:00 AM
The El Paso County Sheriff's Office says an 18-year-old has been arrested after allegedly damaging a home with a pair of kitchen shears.
Snow showers will come to an end briefly tonight. The cold will really settle in with lows reaching the single digits and some areas dropping below zero again. With skies partially clearing out, this will help temperatures to cool.
Cold weather advisories are in place for parts of southern Colorado
Subzero temperatures will be possible tonight with afternoon highs on Sunday only making it into the teens and 20s. We will have another night afterwards of subzero temperatures.
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January 25, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Snow showers will come to an end briefly tonight. The cold will really settle in with lows reaching the single digits and some areas dropping below zero again. With skies partially clearing out, this will help temperatures to cool.
In the stadium, at a favorite sports bar, or home watching on TV, Broncos fans want to show their loyalty. That means wearing Broncos gear.
Broncos playoff fever drives fans to gear up for postseason run
In the stadium, at a favorite sports bar, or home watching on TV, Broncos fans want to show their loyalty. That means wearing Broncos gear.
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January 25, 2026 at 1:00 AM
In the stadium, at a favorite sports bar, or home watching on TV, Broncos fans want to show their loyalty. That means wearing Broncos gear.
Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder who was among the FBI’s top fugitives and faces charges related to multinational drug trafficking and the killing of a federal witness, has been arrested in Mexico.
Former Olympian on FBI's 'Most Wanted' list arrested on drug trafficking charges
Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder who was among the FBI’s most-wanted fugitives and faces charges related to drug trafficking and the killing of a federal witnesses, has been arrested.
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January 25, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder who was among the FBI’s top fugitives and faces charges related to multinational drug trafficking and the killing of a federal witness, has been arrested in Mexico.
Volunteers will be braving the cold this weekend to complete this year's 'Point in Time' survey. They do this every year to help determine how many people in the Pikes Peak region are unhoused.
Volunteers to complete annual 'Point in Time' survey this weekend
Volunteers will be braving the cold this weekend to complete this year's 'Point in Time' survey. They do this every year to help determine how many people in the Pikes Peak region are unhoused.
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January 24, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Volunteers will be braving the cold this weekend to complete this year's 'Point in Time' survey. They do this every year to help determine how many people in the Pikes Peak region are unhoused.
The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) is asking for the community's help in finding 17-year-old Nevaeh Hughs.
CSPD looking for missing 17-year-old girl
The Colorado Springs Police Department is looking for a missing 17-year-old girl and is asking for the community's help.
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January 24, 2026 at 10:30 PM
The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) is asking for the community's help in finding 17-year-old Nevaeh Hughs.
Noosphere reporter Anna Conkling told Scripps News that most residents she has spoken with are missing at least one essential utility: heat, water or electricity.
Inside daily life in Ukraine as war and brutal winter collide
Repeated Russian attacks on Kyiv’s energy infrastructure have left large parts of the city without heat, water or electricity during one of Ukraine’s coldest winters in years.
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January 24, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Noosphere reporter Anna Conkling told Scripps News that most residents she has spoken with are missing at least one essential utility: heat, water or electricity.
Federal officer fatally shot Alex Pretti, 37, a VA ICU nurse and protester in Minneapolis; family remembers him as compassionate and civic-minded.
Minneapolis man shot by Border Patrol remembered as VA nurse, advocate for immigrants
Federal officer fatally shot Alex Pretti, 37, a VA ICU nurse and protester in Minneapolis; family remembers him as compassionate and civic-minded.
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January 24, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Federal officer fatally shot Alex Pretti, 37, a VA ICU nurse and protester in Minneapolis; family remembers him as compassionate and civic-minded.
Winter storm threatens half the U.S., grounding flights. Know your rights on refunds, rebooking, and staying ahead of disruptions.
Winter weather travel guide: Refunds, rebooking, and survival tips
Winter storm threatens half the U.S., grounding flights. Know your rights on refunds, rebooking, and staying ahead of disruptions.
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January 24, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Winter storm threatens half the U.S., grounding flights. Know your rights on refunds, rebooking, and staying ahead of disruptions.