Andy Koen
KOAA News 5
Colorado Springs, CO, United States
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Mayor and three council members face recall in Walsenburg
A pair of petition drives collected enough signatures to seek a recall election for the mayor and three city council members. → Read More
State Supreme Court overturns mediation order in Pueblo criminal case
The Colorado Supreme Court overturned an order issued by a judge in Pueblo that compelled the defendant and the prosecution to mediate a plea agreement. → Read More
Man dies from shooting in grocery store parking lot
A man was shot in a grocery store parking lot in Pueblo Friday evening. He later died from his injuries at the hospital. → Read More
Here are the changes to expect in Pueblo West's May election
The Pueblo West Metro District will not coordinate its board election this may with the Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder's Office. → Read More
Pueblo veteran fed up with squatters
A Marine Corps veteran and his daughter in Pueblo have been trying for months to get squatters out of his home. They say they took over the property while he was receiving medical treatment. → Read More
Eleven candidates seek mayor's seat
The crowded race to become the next Mayor of Colorado Springs may end up in a runoff election. The City Charter requires candidates win 50 percent plus one vote to be elected mayor. → Read More
VA Secretary visits Colorado Springs to promote PACT Act expanded benefits
VA Secretary Denis McDonough visited Colorado Springs Thursday as part of the PACT Act Week of Action which aims to educate veterans about expanded benefits for those exposed to environmental toxins. → Read More
Congresswoman Boebert wins second term
Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert defeated Democratic challenger Adam Frisch by fewer than 600 votes, a margin narrow enough to trigger a recount. Frisch conceded the race on Friday. → Read More
City seeks input on Old Stage Road safety
The City of Colorado Springs is leading a public discussion about potential next steps after pair of high-profile homicides brought increased attention to safety concerns along Old Stage Road. → Read More
Election Watch: the Race for US Senate
News 5 spoke with the major party candidates running for US Senate in Colorado about issues facing voters in our area. → Read More
Stratmoor Hills fire in illegal encampment exposes consequence of expensive housing
Residents at the campsite in Stratmoor Hills where a fire broke out Monday morning said they moved there because it was affordable and would accept their older vehicles. → Read More
Hit and run driver arrested in Golden
Jefferson County Sheriff's Deputies arrested two men whom they believe drove a truck into a group of people in a bar parking lot. → Read More
Proposition 122 would legalize psychedelics
Proposition 122 asks Colorado voters to create the Natural Medicine Health Act would allow adults over age 21 to consume plants and fungi currently considered controlled substances. → Read More
Wrecks close Academy Blvd near Maizeland
On Saturday evening, multiple vehicles were involved in traffic crashes near Academy Boulevard and Maizeland Road. Northbound lanes of Academy were closed for hours. → Read More
Rent hike forced pantry to find new home
Westside CARES food pantry on B Street has moved to the cafeteria of Stratmoor Hills Elementary thanks to a new partnership with Harrison School District 2. → Read More
Builder confidence drops in national survey
High mortgage interest, supply chain issues, and high home prices are impacting the home construction industry nationally. New permits for single family homes also fell locally in July and August. → Read More
Sheriff's deputy killed in the line of duty
El Paso County Sheriff's Deputy Andrew Peery was killed in the line of duty on Sunday. Officers are active searching for a suspect in connection to his death. → Read More
Cops nab carjacking suspect after citizen traps him in park restroom
Officers believe Damien Madden, 28, tried twice to steal cars by pointing a gun at the drivers and demanding their keys. → Read More
Partnership aims to boost literacy campaign
Shoppers can support the Scripps Howard Foundation If You Give A Child A Book literacy campaign by purchasing Kellogg's items at King Soopers and City Market locations in August. → Read More
Pueblo Co Corner identifies armed man shot by Pueblo Police officer on Sunday
When officers arrive, they found the man in the street trying to stop vehicles while wearing a tactical vest and carry several firearms. → Read More