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Celeste Springer

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Boeing has sent $50,000 in grant money to Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center to support a military spouse career program, according to a spokesperson with Mt. Carmel.

According to the organization’s website, the MilSpouse Program provides direct support to spouses, including career readiness workshops, networking opportunities, resource referrals, and volunteer positions.

“Often times, the sacrifices of spouses supporting service members go unrecognized,” said COL. (Ret) Bob McLaughlin, executive director of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, in a press release. “From moving city to city and putting their careers on the back burner to gaps in their resumes as they hold down the homefront — anything we can do to support our military spouses is an absolute honor.”

Mt. Carmel says Boeing has supported skills development and rehabilitation for veterans and their spouses through about $15.6 million in funding.

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Scott Harrison

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Colder temperatures and the federal Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on Monday aren’t keeping crews from making progress in the ongoing improvement project on 8th Street.

Until now, it has generally affected northbound 8th Street, on the bridge over Fountain Creek, and the eastbound US 24 Frontage Road to Cimarron Street.

But drivers are about to see impacts on southbound 8th Street.

There have been recent traffic backups on northbound 8th Street across the Fountain Creek bridge due to an occasional right lane closure.

Beginning at 9 a.m. Monday, and lasting four weeks, that lane will remain closed.

The closure enables crews to rebuild sidewalks, driveways, and other street features.

Here’s some good news, though.

After that work is completed, we’ll finally see the new dedicated right turn lane open, from the bridge to the US 24 Frontage Road.

Both lanes of that road have been closed since just before Christmas, with one lane briefly reopening for the holidays.

As for the street impacts hinted at, south of the bridge, expect to see brief lane closures all the way to Motor City Drive. 

That will allow workers to find utility lines under 8th Street.

Then, that work will switch to the northbound side.

We’re told it’ll take a few days to finish all of it.

Similar work will occur north of the bulk of the project, as crews locate utility lines at the intersection of 8th & Cucharras streets.

All of the coming changes are to prepare for the next major phase of this project — replacing a water main under the affected stretch of 8th Street.

Officials emphasize that access to adjacent businesses will remain open, and drivers are asked to avoid blocking driveways to businesses.

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Sara McCoy

TODAY/MLK DAY: Snow showers began just before 4 a.m. across El Paso County and surrounding areas. Outside of Denver, the most impacted locations include Douglas, Elbert, Lincoln, and Kiowa Counties. Winds will be gusty at times, peaking between 20 and 25 mph. Morning temperatures are chilly, starting out in the 20s area-wide, then warming into the upper 30s for El Paso County and near 40 degrees for Pueblo County and much of the eastern plains. Lingering snow flurries will taper off by around 7 a.m.

THIS AFTERNOON: Cloud cover gradually clears late this morning, wrapping up by about 11 a.m., but temperatures remain on the cold side for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. El Paso and Teller Counties may see a brief window between 2 and 3 p.m. where temperatures rise just above freezing.

TONIGHT: Skies turn mostly clear with cold conditions continuing overnight.

TOMORROW: A warm-up arrives as temperatures climb back to above-average levels, with highs reaching the 50s across all regions. Overnight lows remain cold. Dry conditions develop early Tuesday morning, especially along and east of the I-25 corridor. Relative humidity will drop below 10 percent, and winds may gust up to 30 mph, creating elevated fire danger despite the cooler temperatures.

WEDNESDAY: Mild conditions continue with highs once again in the 50s.

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Marina Garcia

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Tomorrow might be Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but honoring Dr. King started on Sunday with a gathering at Colorado College for an educational panel, earlier this evening with a special guest, his only granddaughter.

And who better to learn from than a descendant of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. himself?

Panelists of all ages had the opportunity to engage in conversation with the young activist, 17-year-old Yolanda King, and ask her questions.

“I don’t think any of us expected that we would be able to discuss and have conversations like this with someone whose legacy has stretched so far,” says Teiona Dantzler, a panelist.

“I am elated to be able to have this opportunity and now take what I am going to learn and pick up from this experience and carry it on within the Colorado Springs community, within the Pueblo community, and also in Denver as well,” says Nicole Simmons-Rochon, an event mediator.

The choir sang gospel music to commemorate Dr. King’s pastor days, and his granddaughter spoke on what it means to carry on the legacy of non-violence, while also reminding young kids that age is just a number.

“Activism is about using your platform for good. It’s not a oh, let the adults handle this. Even if you’ve been told that. I’ve been told that a bunch of times. And that hasn’t stopped me,” says Yolanda King.

However, the celebration is not over just yet.

Tomorrow, the Martin Luther King Legacy Preservation Society will be participating in a unity march starting at 7 A.M. from the Antlers Hotel on 4 S. Cascade Ave to Acacia Park.

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Michael Logerwell

PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) – It was more than a broken window, but that’s what first drew Pueblo County Sheriff’s Deputies to the Pueblo West Library Sunday morning.

At 8:15 in the morning, sheriff’s deputies arrived at the library to find the front window smashed in by several rocks. After retrieving a key to the building, the deputies went further inside.

Inside the library, the sheriff’s office reports that deputies discovered significant damage to several computers, office equipment, machines, and the person claiming responsibility, 21-year-old Boden White.

According to the sheriff’s office, after being detained, White admitted to breaking in and causing the damage, which is estimated at $10,000.

White is now facing charges of second-degree burglary, criminal mischief, and second-degree trespassing.

Previously, White made headlines as a standout wrestler for Pueblo County High School.

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Bradley Davis

Mesa Ridge Senior Hailey Lewis finds her peace in the fractions of seconds between leaving the diving board and hitting the water.

“It gives me something to focus on, and it’s mind-clearing,” Hailey said.

“She just goes for it. She’s always been that way,” said Hailey’s mother, Danielle.

Hailey only started diving competitively three years ago. Unlike most successful divers who don’t start until high school, she entered the sport with no gymnastics background.

“I don’t even know how to explain how she got into it,” Danielle said.

“It’s really hard to find young athletes who are as dedicated to Hailey,” said Widefield Grizzliators dive coach Tristan Riffe, the consolidated dive team between Mesa Ridge and Widefield District 3.

For Hailey, seconds… turned to hours… turned to years. In the end, it only took her three to take down the Grizzliators pool record that had stood for over three decades.

“I was shocked because [coach Riffe] didn’t tell me right away,” Hailey said. “But I had my suspicions because he was running away all crazy.”

“Ah, yes. That would be myself… Haha,” Riffe said.

“I tried to keep my cool,” Riffe said. “But for her six-dive record, it was on senior night, and that kind of elevated everything.”

Riffe was in good company.

“I’m a mom. I screamed. I probably hurt some eardrums,” Danielle said.

Danielle made sure to write Hailey’s record down. She brought it on a laminated card to the interview with KRDO13.

“This is absolutely going to go up there for her,” Danielle said while standing underneath the Widefield Community Center pool record wall.

The girls’ diving record cards have collected dust for 31 years. In just five days, Hailey reset the clock twice.

“Finding out she broke the 11-dive record by 28 points was absolutely astonishing,” Riffe said.

After breaking the six-dive record Tuesday on Senior Night, Hailey smashed the 11-dive record on Saturday.

“So many hugs, and it was so much. It was incredible,” Hailey said.

“She had it. She has her moment, and it’s the greatest joy a parent could ever ask for,” Danielle said.

After Mesa Ridge, Danielle and Riffe said Hailey will leave behind much more than just her records.

“She’s the type of person that you will always hear her voice before she leaves the board, knowing that she’s supporting you,” Riffe said.

“I know she’s leaving a legacy of motivation and encouragement for the future generation that she will leave behind her,” Danielle said.

It’s been a wild few days for Hailey.

“Best week ever?” I asked.

“Probably,” Hailey said.

Her legacy could be another 30-year record, or it could be the next record, captured by one of Hailey’s peers, after being inspired by Hailey to aim higher… and dive deeper.

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Michael Logerwell

PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) – The Pueblo County Coroner has identified the second victim of the rural home explosion earlier this month.

PREVIOUS COVERAGE: ‘It was just debris, just chaos.’ Two killed in rural Pueblo County explosion, fire

A week ago, the Pueblo County Coroner identified 79-year-old Daniel Dale Conner as one of the fatalities. On Sunday, Tammy Lee Brown, a 66-year-old woman, was identified as the second victim. The time of death for both is 2:40 p.m on January 8, 2026.

The first report of deaths in the explosion came from the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office who said an adult man and woman perished in the explosion. Based on information at the time, the sheriff’s office said they believed the explosion was accidental in nature.

A cause of death for either, or a cause of the explosion, has not been made public.

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Marina Garcia

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Most Coloradans spent their afternoon watching the highly anticipated home playoff game between the Denver Broncos and the Buffalo Bills.

Walking into one bar on the east side of Colorado Springs, you’ll notice a lot more buffalo blue than expected.

“Broncos fans, you’re done. You’re done. And then we going to the Super Bowl…and Patriots watch out. Ya’ll been talking a lot of stuff lately,” says Bills fan, Davon Johnson.

However, that hasn’t stopped Broncos fans from showing up to bring the noise.

“I certainly felt like today was a good day to come in. And, you know, try to at least counter some of the Bills’ action in here,” teases Brandon Helm.

Walking through the establishment, the sound of Broncos die-hards are cheering on their players.

But a few hours into the Divisional Round, everyone was on the edge of their seats.

The Broncos took the lead before the Bills tied the game, taking it into overtime, and then Will Lutz kicked the winning field goal.

KRDO13 watched as half the crowd went home in a very different mood than when they came, with their heads down.

“I’m feeling very sad. Very sad. Pretty bummed out. [We’re going to] cry ourselves to sleep,” says Bills fans couple, Grant and Megan Langdon.

The Broncos are now advancing to the championship game on Sunday, January 25th.

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Bradley Davis

DENVER, Colo. (KRDO) – At the beginning of his postgame press conference, head coach Sean Payton announced quarterback Bo Nix fractured his ankle on his second-to-last play in overtime of Denver’s win over Buffalo and is done for the season.

Payton said Nix is scheduled to have surgery on Tuesday. He said backup Jarrett Stidham will start the AFC championship game next Sunday.

Payton said Nix fractured his ankle the play before throwing the deep ball to Marvin Mims that drew a penalty and set up the game-winning field goal.

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Bradley Davis

In a wild back-and-forth game with six total turnovers, Will Lutz knocked through a 23-yard field goal in overtime to lift the Broncos to their first AFC Championship birth since 2016.

Trailing 27-23 in the fourth quarter, Bo Nix led a 73-yard touchdown drive ending in a 26-yard strike to Marvin Mims with less than a minute left in the game.

Despite four turnovers in regulation, Josh Allen and the Bills kept bouncing back. In what’s becoming a Buffalo staple, Allen hit Khalil Shakir in the middle of the field, who threw a lateral back to Ray Davis for a 27-yard gain with 32 seconds left in regulation. That led to a Buffalo field goal, tying the game at 30 and sending it to overtime.

Their final turnover would be the dagger for the Bills. After Denver failed to score in overtime, Allen went deep to Brandon Cooks. Cooks looked to come up with the catch, but cornerback Ja’Quan McMillian ripped it away before hitting the ground, coming up with the incredible interception.

With the game on the line, Nix once again went back to Mims, who drew the 30-yard pass interference penalty. The play set up Lutz for the game-winning field goal.

The pace in this game really picked up in the final seconds of the first half. With just 22 seconds left near the Bills’ 30-yard line and the score tied at 10, Nix was not ready to settle for the last-second field goal. Instead, he hit Lil’Jordan Humphrey deep down the seam for the 29-yard touchdown.

On the next drive, Denver linebacker Nic Bonitto popped Allen on a scramble, forcing a fumble. Denver recovered, setting up Lutz for a 50-yard field goal as time expired, capping off a 10-point scoring burst in the final 22 seconds of the half.

The second half started with a little déjà vu. Allen fumbled, setting up another Lutz field goal.

That’s when the momentum started to turn. The Bills would go on to score 17 unanswered points and take the lead 27-23 midway through the fourth quarter.

As has been the case 11 other times this season, Nix and Denver were up to the challenge. The response with Mims late in the fourth and again in overtime was enough to finish a wild 33-30 divisional round victory. It’s the Broncos’ 12th one-score win this season.

For the Bills, it was a game plagued by mistakes. Buffalo committed five turnovers at Mile High. Allen is now 0-7 in overtime games in his career, and 0-3 in overtime playoff games. It ties Aaron Rodgers and Peyton Manning for most overtime losses without a win for a starting QB in NFL history.

Denver will host the AFC championship game next Sunday at 1 p.m. Their opponent depends on the result of tomorrow’s AFC divisional tilt between Houston and New England.

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