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Celeste Springer

PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) – The Pueblo Police Department (PPD) says they are searching for a car they believe was tied to a police shooting on April 28.

Police say they are looking for a 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe, with a Colorado license plate EFV-Y54. The car was believed to have been stolen. They say the white Tahoe has black rims, has a brush guard with a wench, spotlights mounted on both sides, and rear driver-side damage.

Source: PPD

In the early morning hours of April 28, Pueblo police say they received reports of a shooting and assault near Northern and Abriendo Avenues involving three suspects in a car. Police said one suspect, a 16-year-old, fired shots at an officer, though PPD says the officer’s injuries are non-life-threatening. The 16-year-old suspect also sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound during the shootout.

Police say they arrested the 16-year-old, but he isn’t being named because he is a minor.

PPD said it is still investigating the initial assault and is looking for the other two people involved.

If you have any information about this vehicle or the people involved, call Detective Medina at (719)320-6006 or Detective Herrera at (719)601-7023. If you would like to remain anonymous, call Pueblo Crime Stoppers at: 719-553-7867 (STOP) or submit your tip online at http://pueblocrimestoppers.com. Police say if your tip leads to a felony arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward up to $4,000.

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Scott Harrison

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — Many drivers are looking forward to the repaving of six miles of South Nevada Avenue and north Highway 115, a project that the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) announced had officially begun on March 31.

So why haven’t we seen any fresh asphalt being applied yet?

KRDO 13’s The Road Warrior spoke with CDOT Wednesday and learned that while actual paving has yet to start, preparation work is underway.

That work is what has become familiar to many of us on city and county paving projects — repairing concrete curbs, gutters, sidewalks and medians.

Concrete work is currently happening at the north end of the project, between Brookside Street — a few blocks south of I-25 — and the Nevada/Highway 115/Cheyenne Road/Southgate Road intersection.

Crews recently made repairs to the median, and on Wednesday were improving the area around the right turn ramp from Cheyenne to Highway 115.

CDOT didn’t specify how much concrete work is needed, and how long it will take to finish; but the agency insists that milling (removal of old asphalt layer) and repaving will start when concrete work is completed.

The importance of concrete work is to stabilize the framework along the road to prevent the new asphalt from being undermined and damaged.

Leanne Starr, a local driver, said that she has become more patient with road projects because she has learned about the process involved.

“Had I known prior to that, it would have saved a lot of aggravation that’s unnecessary, which then leaves a bad taste in the public’s mouth,” she explained.

In its initial release, CDOT said that paving will begin outside Gate 1 at Fort Carson, then proceed northbound to Brookside before switching to the southbound side.

Late September is the anticipated completion date for the $10.5 million project.

Many drivers have become familiar with — and tired of — the deteriorating condition of the roadway, with countless potholes, cracks ad crumbling areas.

A commemorative plaque on one of the medians indicates that the last major improvements to the area came nearly 30 years ago.

“It’s really bad through here,” said Mike Bridges, a local driver. “It’s probably the worst in the city as far as I’ve driven.”

Another reason for the paving delay, according to a construction foreman, is that paving will be done during overnight hours and nighttime temperatures have been consistently too low.

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Bradley Davis

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – A fifth grader from Prairie Hills Elementary school in Colorado Springs is one of five national finalists in the Sodexo “Future Chefs National Challenge” for his original dish, “Gyrolicious Sliders.”

Sodexo said it picked Thomas DeAngelo and the four other finalists out of thousands of applicants from 30 states and two countries.

Sodexo is one of the largest food distribution companies in the world and delivers meals to schools across the country. It said it chose its finalists based on originality, healthiness, preparation, kid-friendliness and adaptability for school lunch.

DeAngelo filmed a video of his Gyrolicious Sliders process. Voting for the Future Chefs National Champion opened Thursday and closes Friday, May 9. Vote here.

DeAngelo’s ingredients and recipe:

Ingredients

1 cup Greek Yogurt

1 English cucumber

2 Garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp. Olive oil

1Tbsp. Dill

1 tsp. Salt, divided (plus more to taste)

1/2 tsp. Pepper, divided (plus more to taste)

1/2 Small lemon, squeezed

1 lb. Ground beef

1/4 cup Bread crumbs (gluten free)

1 Large egg

3 Tbsp. Flat leaf parsley, finely chopped

1/2 tsp. Ground cumin

1 cup Cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

1/2 cup Red onion, diced

1 package Mini Naan Dippers

Preparation method

Preheat oven to 425°

To make the tzatziki sauce, combine one cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup English cucumber grated, one minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon dill, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir well to combine. Add lemon juice and mix thoroughly. Place Tzatziki in the fridge to chill until ready to serve.

To make the meatballs, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, 2 tablespoons fresh, flat leaf parsley, one minced garlic clove, cumin, half teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Using a rounded 1 tablespoon scoop form mixture into balls and place on cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Place meatballs in the oven for 12 minutes or until cooked through. Leave oven on so that you can warm the naan bread.

To assemble salad, chop the remaining English cucumber into evenly diced pieces and place in small bowl. Add the cherry tomatoes, diced onion, remaining tablespoon flat leaf, parsley, and a dash of salt and pepper to taste.

Place mini Nan dippers on a cookie sheet and put in oven for a few minutes to warm. To assemble sliders cut meatballs in half and place each half on a Nan dipper. Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top and put a scoop of the salad on top or on the side. *For a gluten free version, omit the naan dippers and use large leaf lettuce as a vessel.

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Rob Namnoum

The Cheyenne Mountain girls tennis team won a Class 4A regional title on Wednesday.

Here are the results:

#1 Singles: Alyssa Sadri of Cheyenne Mountain defeated Julia Yuzkiv of Lewis Palmer 6-1 6-2.#2 Singles: Rose Katen of Cheyenne Mountain beat Karlynn Aoki of Lewis Palmer 6-0 6-0.#3 Singles: Sophie Zhou of Cheyenne Mountain defeated Katy Oliger of Lewis Palmer 6-1 6-1.#1 Doubles: Mary Koury and Saffron Heroldt of Cheyenne Mountainbeat Kristina Cozzolino and Lauren Aquino of Lewis Palmer 6-0 6-0.#2 Doubles: Emma Varnum and Sisi Haubert of Cheyenne Mountain defeated Gaby Tiffany and Lily Font of Lewis Palmer 6-1 6-1.#3 Doubles: Grace Namnoum and Erica Leveille of Cheyenne Mountain beat Morgan Bush and Alayna Brown of Lewis Palmer 6-2 7-6. #4 Doubles Lauren Sharp and Charlotte Wellens of Cheyenne Mountain defeated Ziva Abbot and Joella Streeter of Lewis Palmer 7-6 6-0.

Cheyenne Mountain wins their regional title. The State Tennis Tournament begins next Thursday in Pueblo.

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Celeste Springer

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) – The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office has released details of a bizarre situation that unfolded off North Blaney Road last week. The sheriff’s office says a man attempted to hide in an “underground hole” to evade arrest, deputies said.

According to the sheriff’s office, El Paso County SWAT went to the 700 block of North Blaney Road last week in an attempt to locate 33-year-old Stephen Martin, who was wanted for first-degree kidnapping.

Deputies say they were able to safely remove four adults and one child from the property.

Meanwhile, Martin hid out in an “underground hole beneath a shed.”

“The hole was covered by a securable hatch, making access difficult,” said a press release from the sheriff’s office.

The sheriff’s office says they then used an armored vehicle to move the shed and expose the hatch. Their team was able to keep talking to Martin, and they say he ultimately surrendered.

The sheriff’s office says this “underground hole” was not used in or related to the alleged kidnapping case Martin was wanted for.

The department says Martin is being held on a $81,000 bond.

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Celeste Springer

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Court records show a Colorado Springs man has been sentenced to three years after leading police on a chase back in February.

Jeremy Mondragon pleaded guilty to vehicular eluding; other charges were dismissed as part of a plea deal, court records indicate.

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In February, Mondragon led police on a chase that reportedly ended with him spinning out at a busy intersection.

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Mondragon had a long-running history with police, KRDO13 previously found. Prior to this recent chase, he had over a dozen criminal cases on file. Most of his cases were tied to theft or drugs. Last year, he was arrested by the sheriff’s office for possession of fentanyl.

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Josh Helmuth

Two very talented students from Monument recently competed in New York City in a music competition touted as one of the best in the world.

Izzy Krems and Keegan Owen are both seniors at Palmer Ridge High School. They were selected as national finalists for the Music International Grand Prix.

Izzy started singing in local pop-rock bands five years ago and recently found her passion for jazz. She says singing has really helped her get out of her shell and says she never thought she “would make it this far.”

Meanwhile, Keegan says he wants to sing professionally, and going to New York City is a step towards that goal. 

Is there something or someone remarkable at your school? Email Josh at SchoolBuzz@KRDO.com.

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Bradley Davis

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – The Pikes Peak Center announced its list of Broadway shows coming to it’s venue in 2026. The theater will host Music Man, Clue, Mrs. Doubtfire and Mamma Mia!.

It’s the 10th year Broadway shows have traveled to the Pikes Peak Center, saving the drive to Denver for Colorado Springs residents interested in watching Broadway level plays.

It’s the first time Music Man, Clue and Mrs. Doubtfire have made the trip. It’s a return for Mamma Mia!. The play last made a stop in 2015, in the first year Broadway started coming to the Pikes Peak Center.

You can find more information on the shows and tickets here.

Full Broadway Schedule:

Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN (Feb. 24–26, 2026)

CLUE (March 23–25, 2026)

MRS. DOUBTFIRE (April 28–30, 2026)

MAMMA MIA! (June 16–21, 2026)

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Scott Harrison

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — On Wednesday night, just three nights after a weekend closure of Marksheffel Road ended, the busy northeast-side corridor will close again for the weekend.

This time, a different section will be affected — three-quarters of a mile between Barnes Road and Stetson Hills Boulevard — and start sooner that before.

Last week’s closure covered a mile farther north, between Stetson Hills and Dublin boulevards.

While the previous closures were in place overnight last Thursday and from Friday night until Monday morning; this round of closures begins overnight Wednesday, continues overnight Thursday and again through the entire weekend.

The closure periods will be from 7 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. overnight Wednesday and Thursday, and from 7 p.m. Friday until 5:30 a.m. Monday.

Officials said that drivers will still have access to local businesses and the Peoples United Methodist Church.

The reason for this closure is similar to the last — crews will install drainage pipes between 15 and 20 feet under the pavement.

Workers also will re-stripe the road to establish a new traffic pattern.

The closures are part of the ongoing $60 million widening of three miles of Marksheffel, from Dublin to North Carefree Circle.

Widening the road has required similar widening and other improvements at the North Carefree, Barnes, Stetson Hills and Dublin intersections.

Marksheffel is a key transportation route that links Fountain, Peterson Space Force Base, US 24 and Woodmen Road; the project became a priority with continued home construction in and around Banning Lewis Ranch in the city’s northeastern corner.

The project is scheduled for completion late next year.

For more information, visit: https://coloradosprings.gov/marksheffel.

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Mackenzie Stafford

PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) – At the Pueblo School District 60 board meeting on Monday night, the board voted 3-2 against releasing the K-12 academy to get charter status through the Colorado Charter School Institute (CSI).

Back in January, the D60 school board made a decision not to renew its charter agreement with Chavez Huerta.

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In the board meeting Monday night, members who voted not to release the academy said they did not want a charter within the boundaries of District 60 to not be under District 60 rule. 

The decision by District 60 puts Chavez Huerta Preparatory Academy (CHPA) in a tough spot to regain that charter status for the next school year, but the executive director tells KRDO13 he still has hope. 

“These are all of our kids, and we’re trying to provide them with education, but sometimes the district just doesn’t have what these families are looking for. But they have that choice. They can come to our school and they can discover and they can learn and they can be part of this environment that really, again, promotes the Hispanic culture in the Hispanic way of living, versus what we’re looking at, where maybe some of the District 60 schools don’t have that,” said Chavez Huerta Preparatory Academy Executive Director, Fred Segura, “But what District 60’s decision was yesterday is they’re taking away that choice. They’re taking away that option for parents and forcing them to say no. Public school is the right way to do it, and this is the way you need to follow. And that’s just not right.”

Fred Segura says the cultural hub offered at Chavez Huerta can’t be found at any other District 60 school. 

“It’s that cultural essence. It’s that Hispanic upbringing and that Hispanic culture that we really promote and we really, our students just find so much comfort with,” explained Segura.

With a mariachi program and plans to create a Spanish and English immersion class, he says they’ll continue fighting. 

District 60 declined to comment Tuesday. 

The CHPA appeal is set to be heard by the Colorado Board of Education on May 15th. 

If the state does not overturn District 60’s decision, next school year, Chavez Huerta could open as a private school or a contracted school with D60’s permission.

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