View of the #MeridianFire from about 2PM this afternoon. You can see an airplane landing in front of the smoke crossing left to right. Per fire scanners just now (2:40PM), fire is pushing quickly towards Schriever Space Force Base. West gate closed from what we hear KOAA News5

#ColoradoSpringsFire is responding to a #workinggrassfire near Garden of the Gods and 30th st. Please avoid the area as crews respond.

Happening now: 48-year-old Adam Gilmour in custody, charged with 4th-degree arson related to today's grass fire near 30th Street and Garden of the Gods Road. On March 13TH, 2025, at 2:41 PM, the Colorado Springs Police Department Communication Center received a 911 call (more)

Update as of 1:00 p.m. Friday The El Paso County Sheriff's Office says that Franceville Road is closed from Hwy 94 South until further notice. Crews are working to manage fare-ups in the area. More here: koaa.com/news/covering-…

The personal information of over 1,000 veterans in Colorado may be at risk after a data leak. koaa.com/news/covering-…

We are live at the scene. Updates on the three officers conditions coming up this morning. Tune in KOAA News5

February reports to the Safe2Tell hotline rose by over 12%, reflecting growing mental health and safety issues among students, according to Attorney General Phil Weiser. koaa.com/seeking-soluti…

As technology continues to evolve, experts share practical tips to help you stay safe online and safeguard your data from cyber threats. koaa.com/seeking-soluti…

The monthly networking event in Colorado Springs helps job seekers find careers in cybersecurity, offering certification resources and military transition support. koaa.com/news/covering-…

The 40th Annual Space Symposium is currently underway in Colorado Springs, bringing together experts, innovators, and leaders from around the world to explore the future of space technology and its potential to improve life on Earth. koaa.com/colorado-cultu…

KOAA News5 won the 2024 Station of the Year Award! It's the fifth year in a row the Colorado Broadcasters Association has recognized News5 with the award. More at: tinyurl.com/bdhjdjee  #stationoftheyear #cbas

The Colorado Springs Police Department K9s Loki, Nyx and Blue received a donation of body armor! The vests are a charitable donation from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., a non-profit organization. More at: tinyurl.com/426pv7ka  #cspd #k9s

It will be a hot holiday weekend with storms in the plains.  koaa.com/weather/hot-th…

Two new gun safety laws are now in effect in Colorado, aimed at curbing gun violence through tighter firearm regulation and increased education for families. koaa.com/news/local-new…

As thousands of students head back to class this week, Colorado Springs officials are making more efforts to keep kids safe. koaa.com/news/local-new…

Starting today, Pikes Peak State College welcomes 50 of the 221 District 2 graduates who are attending the college tuition-free through the D2 Promise Program. koaa.com/news/local-new…

Fairgoers in Southern Colorado had the chance to save money and give back Tuesday at the Colorado State Fair through the annual “Two Can Tuesday” promotion. koaa.com/colorado-cultu…

Colorado drivers have until Sept. 30, 2025, to claim up to $7,500 in federal EV tax credits before the program expires. koaa.com/colorado-cultu…