Southern Colorado Teacher Wins National Science Award

On March 11, 2013 By

A teacher from Center High School in rural Southern Colorado has been awarded a prestigious National teaching award for science and technology. KRCC’s Hannah Sohl reports.

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Snowpack Numbers Still Low

On March 7, 2013 By

Snow over the weekend may not mean much help for the state’s average snowpack…

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Sequestration Impact on Local Military Establishments

On March 1, 2013 By

With the pending sequestration comes across the board government cuts, but many entities are already feeling the heat, including the Department of Defense. KRCC’s Katherine-Claire O’Connor has more on what that means for some local military establishments.

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Colorado Hits Top 10 for AP Exam Scores

On February 27, 2013 By

Colorado student participation in Advanced Placement exams is increasing.
KRCC’s Martha Perez-Sanz reports that scores are also on the rise.

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Two New Bike Racks in Downtown Colorado Springs

On February 25, 2013 By

Cyclists in downtown Colorado Springs have two new designated spots to lock their bikes.

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Fort Lyon Makes List of Colorado Endangered Places

On February 18, 2013 By

A former correctional facility in southeastern Colorado is among five historic sites chosen as the state’s Most Endangered Places this year.

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Wildlife Officials Remind of Rabies Vaccinations as Skunks Emerge

On February 15, 2013 By

As the days get warmer, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding citizens to keep pets and farm animals up-to-date on rabies vaccinations. As KRCC’s Martha Perez-Sanz reports, now is the time skunks start to emerge.

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La Junta and Pueblo Water Use

On February 14, 2013 By

Pueblo won’t be considering seasonal water restrictions amidst exceptional drought in south eastern parts of Colorado…

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City Councilors Could Receive More than a Stipend

On February 12, 2013 By

Voters to decide whether to pay City Council members a salary…

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Congressman Lamborn to Attend State of the Union

On February 12, 2013 By

After skipping out last year, Representative Lamborn chooses to attend the State of the Union tonight…

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Fort Carson Civilian Police Bill Passes State Senate

On February 8, 2013 By

A Fort Carson police bill passed unanimously in the state senate earlier this week. The bill would provide a new classification and more training to officers at the Mountain Post. KRCC’s Katherine-Claire O’Connor reports.

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Pueblo Chile Roasters’ Educational Forum Scheduled

On February 7, 2013 By

Chile roasters in Pueblo are invited to participate in an educational forum regarding new statewide food regulations.

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Pueblo Memorial Airport Considers Leasing Space to Army

On February 5, 2013 By

Army helicopters may soon be flying in and out of the Pueblo Memorial Airport…

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Flood Preparedness Meeting

On January 28, 2013 By

Colorado Springs’ Emergency Management department will discuss flooding at a resident preparedness meeting tomorrow night.

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Special Election in Salida

On January 14, 2013 By

Salida residents are taking part in a special election tomorrow. The town is considering whether or not to become a home-rule city. As KRCC’s Liz Ruskin reports, the question has stirred some controversy in this community of 5,300.

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Florence Bridge Project Underway

On December 21, 2012 By

An 85 year old bridge is being replaced by CDOT just east of Florence.

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People Line up for Rare Specialty Beer

On December 13, 2012 By

Hyped as the “Worlds Best Beer” by many, Westvleteran Xll will be available for a very short time.

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Updated Fire Codes

On December 13, 2012 By

Colorado Springs CIty Council has given initial approval to new fire codes.

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Lottery Influx

On December 6, 2012 By

The Colorado Lottery recorded its highest week of sales ever, thanks to the recent $550 million Power Ball jackpot.

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School District 11 to Host Community Meetings

On December 4, 2012 By

Six community meetings will address a series of recommendations including, redrawing school boundaries and repurposing buildings.

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Warm and Dry November

On November 29, 2012 By

Colorado Springs has seen less than an inch of precipitation so far this fall. Continued drought could impact water use.

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Colorado Springs Among Top 15 Fastest-Growing Metro Areas

On November 29, 2012 By

Colorado Springs is among the top 15 fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country according to one newly released demographic projection.

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HAMET Training Begins at Fort Carson

On November 28, 2012 By

Fort Carson is hosting nearly 300 soldiers and 30 helicopters from Fort Riley in Kansas for high altitude training. KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports.

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Tesla Rides High, But Faces Formidable Foe: Car Dealers
May 19, 2013 | NPR · The Model S from electric car manufacturer Tesla has been named Motor Trend Car of the Year. But the company’s business model is under attack by a formidable foe: the National Automobile Dealers Association, one of the most powerful lobbying groups in Washington.
 

Prominent Pakistani Politician Shot, Killed On Re-Election Eve
May 18, 2013 | NPR · The PTI party chairman, Imran Khan, blamed Zahra Shahid Hussain’s death on a rival party. Police told Pakistan’s Dawn newspaper that she was killed during an armed robbery.
 

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Spaniard’s Song Brings YouTube Fame … And Maybe A Job
May 18, 2013 | NPR · Enzo Vizcaíno looks like a busker, strumming away on his ukulele as he roams a Barcelona metro car. But he sings of his bachelor’s degree and postgrad diploma. “I’m the King of Microsoft,” he croons. He’s not looking for a handout. He just wants a job. And his creative approach may be paying off.
 

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Put On Your Thinking Hat
May 19, 2013 | NPR · Every answer is a familiar two-word phrase or name in which the first word starts with H-A and the second word starts with T.
 

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New ‘Trek’ Goes ‘Into Darkness,’ But Not Much Deeper
May 18, 2013 | NPR · NPR’s Bob Mondello says J.J. Abrams’ latest Star Trek film knows how to make the sparks and feelings fly, but doesn’t bother making the sparks and feeling matter very much.
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Three-Minute Fiction Reading: ‘Plum Baby’
May 18, 2013 | NPR · NPR’s Susan Stamberg reads an excerpt of one of the best submissions for Round 11 of our short story contest. She reads Plum Baby by Carmiel Banasky of Portland, Ore.
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Draco Rosa: A Pop Survivor Returns From The Brink, With Friends
May 18, 2013 | NPR · In the 1980s, he was Robi Rosa, the lead singer of Menudo at the boy band’s peak of popularity. Rosa went on to write hits for bandmate Ricky Martin and develop a solo career. When Rosa was diagnosed with cancer several years ago, some of the biggest names in Latin music assembled to support him.
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After Health Issues, Influential Conductor Back At Met Opera
May 18, 2013 | NPR · Host Scott Simon speaks with New York Times classical music critic Anthony Tommasini about conductor James Levine’s return to the Metropolitan Opera after a series of health problems kept him away for two years.
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Ana Popovic Shreds The Belgrade Blues
May 18, 2013 | NPR · The Serbian guitarist fell in love with American blues music as a kid — well before she could understand the words.
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