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On this weeks episode KRDO's Danny Mata joins Justin to chat about a hellacious start to the 2022 Denver Broncos season. The Fresh Take is brought to you by  

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Darlene Wolford with the Pikes Peak Workforce Center previews a hiring event and highlights a few job openings.

Search for a shooting suspect, several robberies, your weather and more.

ABC News Correspondent Tom Rivers talks about several Russian-controlled regions of eastern and southern Ukraine announcing plans to start voting this week to become integral parts of Russia.

National Correspondent Rory O'Neill has the latest on Florida's decision to relocate immigrants to other parts of the country.

Dr. Casali talks about your pet's joint health.

Lawyers for Patrick Frazee, the Teller County man found guilty of killing his fiancée on Thanksgiving Day in 2018, were back in court today to appeal his conviction.

The FBI and local law enforcement are investigating, after two Southern Colorado schools were the subjects of swatting calls as more threats were reported at several high schools across Colorado yesterday.

On Tuesday's "The Extra", the topic was the new campaign called "COS Ready". This campaign shares key information about how residents can utilize tools prepared by our first responders to be ready for an emergency. Jeff Strossner, Commander with the Colorado Springs Police Department, shared information on how to prepare with their 3-step plan.  September is National Emergency Preparedness Month.  More information is at ColoradoSprings.gov/Ready, COSWildfireReady.org, or look for “Pikes Peak Prepared” app in the app store. 

Dana Schield talks about new flights and what is happening at the Colorado Springs Airport.

Colorado Springs Police Chief Adrian Vasquez talks about motorcycle accidents, school swatting and more.

Fountain Creek Regional Park will reopen after a crash last night, Southern Colorado schools subjects of swatting calls, your weather and more.

ABC News Correspondent Ben Siegel has the latest on a bipartisan bill introduced by two senior members of the January 6th committee to reform the counting of presidential electoral votes.

National Correspondent Erin Real talks about the value of gold being down almost 8 percent.

We are a family owned business that has been offering our services for over 18 yrs now.  We started our business in California and now we had expanded to Denver, Colorado Springs and surrounding area.

The City of Colorado Springs announced today that Britt Haley has been selected as the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (PRCS) director pending city council confirmation. Haley has been serving as the acting parks director since Karen Palus’ departure on June 3, 2022. Prior to that, Haley served the City as manager of park design and development in addition to overseeing the Trails, Open Space and Parks (TOPS) sales tax program since 2017.

The suspect in a fatal shooting at a gas station last month is eligible to be released on bond. 

A pedestrian is recovering from injuries after being hit by two cars in Colorado Springs. 

Kathy Hook talks about how to be prepared for an emergency.

ABC News Senior Investigative Reporter Aaron Katersky has the latest as Queen Elizabeth II is laid to rest.

Pedestrian recovering after being hit by two cars, deadly shooting under investigation, your weather and more.

National Correspondent Rory O'Neill has the latest on Queen Elizabeth II's funeral.

In this KRDO News Radio On-Demand update, Spencer Soicher has details about a three-car accident this afternoon on Highway 67 near Cripple Creek, while police investigate a robbery in Northeast Colorado Springs. Joe Ruch notes warm temperatures continuing Monday and Tuesday.

Bell & Pollock talk about the myth of surely insurance pays after a car crash.

In this KRDO News Radio On-Demand update, Spencer Soicher has details on a shooting incident at a restaurant overnight, and a Calhan man under arrest for shooting at postal workers. Joe Ruch notes warm temperatures continuing through Tuesday.

Here's the Saturday, September 17th edition of Ken Moon's "Around The House", now airing LIVE on Saturdays from 1pm to 3pm on KRDO News Radio 105.5 FM, 1240 AM, and 92.5 FM.

Bell & Pollock talk about the value of you.

This is your Weekend Morning On-Demand News and Weather Update for September 17, 2022

Rick Stevens talks about preparing for and how you could retire.

This week Tara is still away so Chris, Tara's husband and co-host Tony will be talking on the subject "The most frequently made financial mistakes." Chris and Tony will let their listeners know all the most commonly made financial mistakes. There's a lot more to it than just overspending. For questions or an appointment contact Tara and Chris by phone at 719-210-4242 or www.nolanfinancialpartners.com 

This week Jay Garvens with the help from Bill McAfee with Empire Title is reviewing the year so far with a complete report on the economy in Colorado Springs real estate. Bill McAfee will give the listeners a heads up with helpful tips and a plan to buy and sell here in El Paso County.

September 17, 2022 - Guard, Reservists and their employers are answering the call of duty more often and for longer periods of time.  Employer Support of the Guard and Reserves’, Mark Lilvejen (LIL-eh-vision), is with Veterans Voice host Mike Lewis to discuss ESGR's work to help make the employer/employee relationship work. 

The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

 Arts Month 2022 

Colorado Springs police are searching for the suspect in a fatal shooting this afternoon. 

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Free Report Fridays on KRDO's Afternoon News is sponsored by Barb Schlinker and Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Colorado Springs.  Free Report Friday airs on Friday just after 4 P.M. and features real estate news, information, and a free report to help you buy your next home or sell the one you're in.

Colorado Springs Police are asking the public's help finding a missing endangered woman. 

Justin Hermes was joined on 'The Extra' first by Heidi Ganahl, Republican Nominee for Colorado Governor to discuss her campaign. Learn more bout her campaign here.

Ghassan Nehme Jr. also joined him to discuss his family business, Marigolds Cafe and Bakery in the second half hour of the show to discuss the locally owned business, and how they're helping to honor and give back to "Hometown Heroes." 

 

 

Jonathan Toman with Peak Radar talks about what is happening in the Pikes Peak region.

ABC News Entertainment Correspondent Jason Nathanson previews the new "Fletch" movie, third "Clerks" movie and more.

Colorado Springs Police asking for help finding a missing endangered woman, two men caught on camera firing guns at drones, your weather and more.

ABC News Law Enforcement Reporter Luke Barr talks about the Department of Homeland Security warning that a lack of coordination over bussing migrants can "wreck havoc" on communities.

National Correspondent Rory O'Neill talks about the "migrant shuffle" and a new report that says custom officials have copied American's phone data.

Diane Stine tell us whats coming up at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum.

 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo shared an ultrasound video on its social media channels and asked fans to guess who at the Zoo was expecting a baby. This just in: it’s Bailey, a reticulated giraffe!

Railroads and labor unions are in an agreement for a "cooling off" period after reaching a tentative deal overnight to avert a strike.

We're tracking alarming new data from the state patrol, troopers report that over the past three years they've made more D-U-I arrests in El Paso County than any other county in Colorado.

Andrew Rogers was joined on the 'The Extra' by Sam Cole and Michelle Peulen of CDOT to discuss a number of local safety campaigns statewide and in Southern Colorado, a wide variety of local projects, and looking ahead to the winter months. 

 

 

El Paso County Commissioner Stan VanderWerf talks about a new study on transportation requirements across the county.

Stolen property in the process of being returned, suspected car thief under arrest, your weather and more.

ABC News Senior Investigative Reporter Aaron Katersky has the latest on three Iranian nationals charged with hacking into hundreds of computers in the United States and around the world.

National Correspondent Erin Real talks about how well people know the Constitution.

Nathan Springer  President and CEO of Care and Share. Colorado Springs, CO.

 

September is Hunger Action Month

A public memorial service is scheduled Friday for Arvada Police officer Dillion Vakoff.

Justin recaps the Broncos disappointing season opening loss to the Seahawks. Peyton Manning, Shannon Sharpe, Eli Manning, and Pete Carroll express their feeling on the infamous 4th and 5, and Nathaniel Hackett stars as his own armchair quarterback.   

Police in Pueblo are warning about the dangers of not wearing a seatbelt after 23-year-old Makayla Ellen Gallegos was killed at the intersection of Pueblo Boulevard and Lehigh.

On Wednesday's "The Extra", discussion was about protecting yourself against back-to-school scammers.  The show covered a number of key fraud alerts including technology scams, fake credit cards aimed at college students and scammers posing as people involved in student loan forgiveness.  More information available at BBB.org. 

Darlene Wolford with the Pikes Peak Workforce Center previews a hiring event and highlights a few job openings.

Councilmember Wayne Williams talks about the state of the city, ballots and more.

A man wanted on felony charges after a standoff, suspect in deadly shooting of an Arvada Police officer still in the hospital, your weather and more.

ABC News Senior Investigative Reporter Aaron Katersky has the latest on a second trial to determine what conspiracy theorist Alex Jones should pay to Sandy Hook families.

National Correspondent Rory O'Neill talks about holiday airfares and pay vs inflation.

It’s National Preparedness Month, when everyone is asked to take steps to get ready for anything - especially those hazards that we are likely to experience here in the Pikes Peak Region.

The Colorado Department of Transportation will open the new Colorado Highway 21, aka Powers Blvd, and Research Pkwy diverging diamond interchange tomorrow morning.

A robbery suspect is on the run. Police says the suspect held up a business last night in Colorado Springs. 

On KRDO's "The Extra" Tuesday, newly-installed Vice President of Government Affairs for the Colorado Springs Chamber and Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Dave Dazlich joined host Shannon Brinias to talk about how the chamber supports local businesses to ensure that local, state, and federal policy and legislation work in the best interest of business.  The Chamber's candidate debates for State Senate District 11 and State House District 18 will take place on Tuesday, September 27th.  More info available at coloradospringschamberedc.com. 

ABC News Correspondent Jay O'Brien talks about the Senate working to pass the Respect for Marriage Act.

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan explains "jugging".

Apex Apartment residents reporting items stolen, fire in Teller County, your weather and more.

ABC News Correspondent Tom Rivers has the latest on a silent vigil for Queen Elizabeth II at St. Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh and what happens next.

National Correspondent Erin Real talks about a new move by credit card companies to track the sale of firearms.

During KRDO's Afternoon News, Dan Cochell talked with Kenneth Curtner, a Clinician in Military and Veterans Affairs with UCHealth, in partnership with Mt. Carmel, about a new program involving suicide awareness called Next Chapter. (NextChapterCO.org)

 

During KRDO's Afternoon News, Dan Cochell talked with Kim Sandoval, the Director of Corporate Marketing and Design with Classic Homes, about some of the homes involved in the Parade of Homes event currently underway through Sunday, September 25th.

During KRDO's Midday Edition, Andrew Rogers talked with Haley Robinson, Director of Public Affairs with the City of Pueblo, about the city receiving an award from the Colorado Energy Office for five Level 2 dual port electric vehicle charging stations and one dual protocol direct current fast charging station.

October is the 9^th annual Arts Month celebration in the Pikes Peak Region.  On Monday's "The Extra", guests Andy Vick with the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region (COPPeR) and Doug Price, CEO & Exec. Dir. of VisitCOS joined host Shannon Brinias to talk about Arts Month.  Dedicated to celebrating our creative community and orchestrated by the COPPeR, Arts Month elevates visibility of arts and culture across El Paso and Teller Counties.  More info at ArtsOctober.com.  How to take part in the Neighborhood Art Project, follow link to VisitCOS.com. 

The Colorado Springs Firefighter's Memorial

On KRDO's Morning News, there was discussion of the upcoming Celebration of Service weekend presented by Home Field Advantage.  Russ Laney talked about how the event honors frontline forces.  This year’s activities will take place during the Air Force vs. Navy weekend, Sept. 29 – Oct. 1, 2022.  The highlight of the weekend will again be the presentation of the Sijan Service Award to General Mark Welsh. The Sijan Service Award honors the legacy of Captain Lance P. Sijan, the only Air Force Academy graduate to receive the Medal of Honor.  More info at  COS2022.Eventbrite.com and COSForum22.eventbrite.com. 

A survey conducted in the nation’s 30 largest cities asked residents to rate the rudeness of their own townspeople, based on things like not acknowledging strangers, not slowing down for pedestrians and being too noisy in public. The list of the ten rudest communities might surprise you. It includes Memphis and Las Vegas, while Nashville and Chicago ranked as two of the most polite cities.

 

Correspondent Rory O’Neill has the latest on arrangements for Queen Elizabeth’s memorial service – and reaction to her death. 

One person is dead and another critically injured after a deadly drunk driving crash in Colorado Springs. 

This is your Weekend Morning On-Demand News and Weather Update for September 11, 2022

Bell & Pollock help you navigate the insurance maze.

Here's the Saturday, September 10th edition of Ken Moon's "Around The House", now airing LIVE on Saturdays from 1pm to 3pm on KRDO News Radio 105.5 FM, 1240 AM, and 92.5 FM.

In this KRDO News Radio On-Demand update, Spencer Soicher has details about a shots fired incident outside a house party in Eastern Colorado Springs, and vaccination sites will be returning for new COVID-19 vaccines this fall.  Joe Ruch notes colder temperatures tonight before a warm-up on Sunday.

Bell & Pollock talk about premises liability when it comes to injuries to children. 

This week Chris and co-host Tony Shore talk about the little things! Like Chris says, We are going to shine a light on the small planning steps because it's the small things that can add up to a big deal. If you have questions or would like to set an appointment contact them at 719-210-4242  or on line at www.nolanfinancialpartners.com 

Guest host Andrew Rogers talks with Ben Fisk with Fisk Lawnscapes about taking care of your yard as Fall approches.

Jay branches out his show today with a little bird migration, and later in the show people migration. In the second segment with the help from Jason Holmes of Rocky Mountain Climate, Jay discusses why people are now migrating to the idea of home air conditioning. 

This is your Weekend Morning On-Demand News and Weather Update for September 10, 2022

September 10, 2022 – In recognition of Veterans Suicide Prevention Month, Mt. Carmel’s director of behavioral health, Kirsten Belaire, is with host, Mike Lewis, to discuss life-saving new and existing resources for veterans who might be contemplating suicide.  In the final segment, Mt. Carmel’s Paul Price and Patriot Day patrons have a big thanks for the community!

The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

Chief Justice John Roberts is set to make his first public appearance since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, speaking tonight at a judicial conference in Colorado.

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Free Report Fridays on KRDO's Afternoon News is sponsored by Barb Schlinker and Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Colorado Springs.  Free Report Friday airs on Friday just after 4 P.M. and features real estate news, information, and a free report to help you buy your next home or sell the one you're in.

 

 

September is a great month for Seniors at the Pueblo Zoo! The annual Senior Week presented
by Health Solutions is back and better than ever. Seniors 65+ receive free admission, along with their caregivers,
during Senior Week September 11-17. No coupon necessary. 

Justin Hermes was joined in the first half of 'The Extra' by Elfego Gomez of  Fight Back for Ukraine a local non-profit that raises money for non-lethal supplies to send to Ukraine.

He was also joined by Capitan Mike Smaldino of the Colorado Springs Fire Department about local ceremonies honoring 9/11 and the upcoming International Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial in Colorado Springs. 

 

Jonathan Toman with Peak Radar talks about what is happening in the Pikes Peak region.

ABC News Entertainment Correspondent Jason Nathanson previews "Cars on the Road", "Pinocchio" and more. 

Final state of the City for Mayor Suthers, discussions on a new Veterans Affairs clinic, your weather and more.

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan talks about the rise in vehicle thefts of Kia and Hyundai with the blame on a TikTok trend.

White House Correspondent and attorney Jon Decker has the latest on the Justice Department appealing the appointment of a special master related to the FBI search of Mar-A-Lago.

USA Boxing is here in Colorado Springs