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Fire reported northwest of Monument The fire is in a remote wooded portion of the Pike National Forest in Douglas County west of Larkspur. The Forest Service says it was first reported around 4 p.m. Tuesday. There is no current containment estimate on the blaze. No structures are currently threatened and no evacuation warnings have be...

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Colorado Springs-area Optum locations to permanently close Multiple Optum locations in the Colorado Springs area have stopped offering urgent care services as of this weekend, and will stop offering x-ray services as of August 1, according to signs posted to the front of these locations.

Air quality is ranging from unhealthy for sensitive groups to unhealthy for most of southern Colorado as wildfire smoke holds its grip on our state. According to IQAir, Denver is ranked # 11 right now (around 11:20 a.m. Tuesday) for worst air quality in the world for major cities.
Air quality could worsen throughout the day. Try to spend as much time as possible indoors!

A first batch of storms is rolling into Colorado Springs. A few more rounds of storms are possible through this afternoon and evening, but severe weather should be limited to the eastern Plains today.

Download the 11 Breaking Weather app and check kktv.com/weather to stay on top of the latest weather updates!

JUST IN: DIA said operations have "largely stabilized" after several hours of ground stops and issues. However, hundreds of flights are still delayed following the massive tech outage: https://trib.al/yEvnrZK

📷: Melissa McGibbon

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Widespread technology outage disrupts flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world Microsoft says users worldwide may be unable to access various Microsoft 365 apps and services, in a widespread outage reportedly connected to the U.S. cybersecurity company Crowdstrike.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13650455/American-Airlines-issues-ground-stop-flights-communications-issue.html

American Airlines and Delta ground ALL flights amid major tech outage Major US carriers American Airlines, United and Delta have grounded all flights as hospitals and 911 services reported systems outages

Airline flight computers are down as well. Check your flights.

Some in the Town of Monument are pushing this idea. https://www.facebook.com/share/urtKJGz91nEf3CAA/?mibextid=xfxF2i

New water plan increases water accessibility for thousands of residents Local water districts increase accessibility to drinking water

Trump shot at rally in PA. He is reported to be alright.

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Suspect in Palmer Lake hit and run turns himself in (PALMER LAKE, Colo.) — The Palmer Lake Police Department (PLPD) said Brent Gilmer the suspect in an alleged hit-and-run has been arrested by police, after turning himself in. PLPD said on June 23 a…

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2 have life-threatening injuries following motorcycle crash A Palmer Park man and a woman from Denver have life-threatening injuries following a motorcycle crash.

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Multiple Safeway stores in Colorado Springs could be sold On Monday, the parent companies of King Soopers and Safeway released a list of stores they plan to sell as a part of a massive, proposed merger nearly two years in the making.

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United States Air Force Academy announces north gate closure The U.S. Air Force Academy announced that their north gate will be closed from July 15 to August 2 to all vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians.

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Palmer Lake hit-and-run suspect asked to turn himself in (PALMER LAKE, Colo.) — The Palmer Lake Police Department (PLPD) is asking the suspect of a hit-and-run to turn himself in so that he can give his side of the story to officers. According to PLPD, o…

Who's ready to celebrate the Fourth of July?

Here's a flashback to some of our favorite moments from last year's parade. With over 10,000 attendees, you don't want to miss this event!

Parking in Downtown Monument is extremely limited due to road closures. Spectators are encouraged to come early, park at LPHS (1300 Higby Road) and ride the bus to and from downtown.

⭐Inbound shuttle runs from 7:30 am - 9:45 am.
⭐Outbound shuttle runs from 11:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Plan on joining us for this special community event. Be sure to check out these sites for all the details on this year's festivities:

https://www.townofmonument.org/338/4th-of-July-Events
https://www.trilakeschamber.com/4th-of-july-street-fair-and-beer-garden.html

Higby Rd will be closed through July 2nd, and then again July 8th through August 13th. The work is for water line and storm sewer improvements.

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'Planet killer' asteroid to be viewable from Colorado this weekend | OutThere Colorado A "potentially hazardous asteroid" was just the closest it will be to Earth until 2089, but the best view of the celestial object is yet to come – and those

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Colorado Renaissance Festival holding ‘Celtic Weekend’ The Colorado Renaissance Festival is celebrating Celtic Weekend on June 29 and 30!

Hello Monument! It's almost parade time! Please adhere to the rules for 4th of July and spot reservations along the route. Spectators are prohibited from saving a parade viewing spots before 7:00 PM on July 3rd. Town personnel and officers will remove items put out early! See more of the rules and restrictions at:
https://www.townofmonument.org/534/4th-of-July-Spot-Reservation-Rules

Traffic and Shuttle Reminder: Please do not park in private parking lots where your vehicle can be towed! With the construction on Baptist and Terrazzo, the Old Denver Road Route is going to see significant delays or limited access for parade access on the 4th. Please consider using the shuttle services from Lewis Palmer HS to downtown and save yourself headaches! Shuttle Route info will be posted at the link above as well. Be patient, come early, and plan to stay for lunch in the area because traffic will be tough this year! Help us, help you!

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Palmer Lake hit and run suspect is still on the loose | KRDO A live TV news station covering breaking news and traffic for Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Southern Colorado with a strong investigative team

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Multi-vehicle crash at Woodmen and Union in Colorado Springs Thursday afternoon A crash involving multiple vehicles closed down part of a busy Colorado Springs roadway on Thursday.

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Scholarships For Ag Students Farm Credit of Southern Colorado awards annual farm scholarships to students in our community. Jumpstart your future in AG and learn more to apply today!

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2023 New Year’s Eve fireworks in Colorado Ring in the new year with a bang. There will be fireworks shows across Colorado ranging from early in the night to right at midnight.