Pueblo Seeks Perspective on Food Access, Health Perceptions

On May 13, 2013 By

Food access is getting a closer look with the help of a new survey from the Pueblo City-County Health Department. KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports.

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Statewide Wildfire Preparedness Day of Service is Saturday

On May 3, 2013 By

This Saturday marks the first statewide Wildfire Preparedness Day of Service. As KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports, one of the more regional projects involves fuel mitigation in Black Forest.

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Commission Plans Ludlow 100th Anniversary Commemoration

On May 2, 2013 By

The Ludlow Massacre’s 100th anniversary is next year. As KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports, a new panel will look at how to commemorate it.

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State Launches “Making Colorado” Branding Effort

On April 4, 2013 By

Colorado is launching a statewide branding initiative to help boost tourism. KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports.

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Recent Snow Does Little to Relieve Drought Conditions

On March 27, 2013 By

Current drought conditions in southeastern Colorado are not likely to improve without significant, consistent precipitation. KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports.

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Colorado Trail Adds New Section

On March 12, 2013 By

The nearly 500-mile Colorado Trail is adding a new section expected to be ready for hiking this summer. The section takes part of the Canada-Mexico Continental Divide Trail and incorporates it into the Colorado Trail.

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Round-Up: Civil Unions gets initial approval; CS Council to consider employee compensation; Colorado Trail gets new loop option

On March 12, 2013 By

A bill to allow civil unions in Colorado could be headed to the Governor’s desk by the end of the week…Colorado Springs police and firefighters would get a raise, but the whole workforce would have to shoulder more healthcare costs. Those are among the proposals Mayor Steve Bach’s administration presented to City Council…The nearly 500-mile Colorado Trail is adding a new section expected to be ready for hiking this summer.

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Transgender Group Files Complaint over Fountain-Ft. Carson School Action

On February 27, 2013 By

The New York-based Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund, or TLDEF is filing a complaint with the Colorado Division of Civil Rights against Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8. KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports.

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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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Management Meeting for the Lesser Prairie-Chicken

On February 4, 2013 By

Lesser prairie-chickens have been threatened in Colorado for the past 40 years. As KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports, management of the bird is the subject of a meeting tonight in Lamar.

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Survey in Pueblo County Focuses on Emergency Readiness

On January 17, 2013 By

Pueblo County emergency officials are running a biennial survey in a continuous effort to improve the readiness of people who live there. KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports.

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Round-Up: Vestas to hire again in Pueblo; Pueblo County survey looks into emergency preparedness; Lawmakers issued iPads

On January 17, 2013 By

Vestas wind energy company plans to hire more than 100 workers at its Pueblo plant…Pueblo County emergency officials are running a biennial survey in a continuous effort to improve the readiness of people who live there…The Colorado legislature prints millions of pieces of paper each year, costing the state a hefty sum. But that could soon be a thing of the past. This year in an effort to cut down on costs, each of the 100 lawmakers received new iPads.

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EPC Changes Approach to Some Youth Services

On January 9, 2013 By

The El Paso County Department of Human Services is changing its practice to try and reduce the number of young people in care outside the home, or congregate care. KRCC’s Eliza Densmore reports.

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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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AM Round-Up: CS Council approves oil & gas regs and panhandling ban; HAMET training begins at Fort Carson; and more

On November 28, 2012 By

Colorado Springs City Council yesterday gave initial approval to regulations concerning oil and gas drilling within city limits…Council also voted in favor of a ban on panhandling in the downtown area…Fort Carson is hosting nearly 300 soldiers and 30 helicopters from Fort Riley in Kansas for high altitude training…Firefighters battling the Fern Lake Fire in Rocky Mountain National Park have ordered more resources to help contain the blaze.

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Many Colorado Rape Kits Not Tested

On November 12, 2012 By

Many of the hundreds of rape kits that Colorado police departments receive are never tested.

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Friends of Garden of the Gods Donates Funds for Mitigation Efforts

On October 31, 2012 By

Friends of Garden of the Gods has donated $20,000 to help keep water flowing freely through the park.

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El Paso County and State Officials to Agree on Water Testing Requirements

On October 29, 2012 By

A pending agreement with state officials may make water quality testing a requirement for obtaining drilling permits in El Paso county.

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Round-Up: State unemployment rate improves; USA Pro Challenge brings nearly $100 million into state

On October 19, 2012 By

Colorado’s unemployment rate ticked down two-tenths of a percent last month, to 8 percent…The USA Pro Challenge cycling race brought nearly 100 million dollars into the state.

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USA Pro Challenge Brings in Nearly $100 Million

On October 19, 2012 By

The USA Pro Challenge cycling race brought nearly 100 million dollars in to the state.

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WWII Internment Camp Exhibit at UCCS

On October 15, 2012 By

The World War II Amache Japanese Internment Camp in southeastern Colorado is the subject of an exhibit at The University of Colorado at Colorado Springs opening today.

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Death Toll Climbing In Oklahoma Tornado Tragedy
May 21, 2013 | NPR · As it roared through the Oklahoma City suburb of Moore, packing winds of up to 200 mph, the twister flattened buildings. Searchers continue to look for survivors and those who were killed.
 

CEO Cook To Defend Apple Before Senate Committee Hearing
May 21, 2013 | NPR · Apple is paying billions of dollars less than it should in U.S. taxes each year, according to a report by the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. The report says Apple avoids billions in tax payments mainly by shifting profits to three subsidiary companies in Ireland.
 

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The Doors’ Keyboard Counterpoint Goes Silent: Remembering Ray Manzarek
May 21, 2013 | NPR · Ray Manzarek, whose keyboard was a trademark of The Doors sound, died at the age of 74 on Monday.
 

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After Crashing In Canadian ‘Abyss,’ Four Men Fight To Survive
May 21, 2013 | NPR · On an icy night in 1984, a commuter plane crashed in the wilderness. Six passengers died, but four survived: the pilot, a politician, a policeman and a prisoner. Carol Shaben’s Into The Abyss describes their fight to make it through that frigid night alive.
 

Courtside Chemistry: How NBA’s Phil Jackson Won ‘Eleven Rings’
May 21, 2013 | NPR · Jackson is famous for his philosophical take on basketball and for the many stars he led to championship triumphs. He taught his players yoga and gave them assigned reading — but also pushed them to intensely practice fundamental skills. His new book looks back on a legendary coaching career.
 

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At L.A.’s UnCabaret, 25 Years Of Letting It All Hang Out
May 20, 2013 | NPR · Launched as an alternative to the stale stylings of the ’80s stand-up circuit, Beth Lapides’ event bills itself as a venue for “idiosyncratic, conversational comedy.” It’s helped establish careers for performers from Kathy Griffin to Randy and Jason Sklar.
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The Doors’ Keyboard Counterpoint Goes Silent: Remembering Ray Manzarek
May 21, 2013 | NPR · Ray Manzarek, whose keyboard was a trademark of The Doors sound, died at the age of 74 on Monday.
 

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Ray Manzarek, Founding Member Of The Doors, Dies
May 20, 2013 | NPR · The keyboardist co-founded the band after meeting Jim Morrison in California. The Doors went on to become one of the most successful rock ‘n’ roll acts of the 1960s. Manzarek, 74, died in Germany after a long battle with bile duct cancer.
 

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Aesop Rock And Kimya Dawson Showcase Their Strengths
May 20, 2013 | NPR · As The Uncluded, the two cancel each other’s weaknesses — Dawson gains heft, while Aesop Rock lightens up. Critic Robert Christgau says the collaborative album is almost like two halves of a whole.
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