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Deadly flash flooding caused by weekend storms in Beulah killed 80-year-old neighbor Henry "Hank" Humphreys. Residents, already dealing with repeated flooding events including one since the Aspen Acres Fire, expressed feeling abandoned and exhausted. They are urgently demanding a disaster declaration from the governor to receive essential supplies and financial assistance.

Wayne Hill, a resident of San Isabel, found his property damaged by heavy rain runoff after the Aspen Acres Fire evacuation. Mud rushed onto his property, damaging walls and leaving piles of debris near his garage, which he estimates will cost $22,000-$23,000 to clean up. Because he does not have flood or fire insurance, Hill is now seeking help with the cleanup work deemed his responsibility by the sheriff's office.

SHIELD616 held a vest presentation for the UCCS Police Department at UCCS on Wednesday. The department received body armor outfitted by donations from the Tour de SHIELD616 bike ride in May, which saved them over $30,000. These efforts are intended to give first responders better protection.

The Colorado Springs City Council approved funding for increased security along the South Nevada Avenue corridor, passing a $700,000 contract measure on its second reading. Of this funding, $450,000 comes from the city's retail marijuana tax. Local business owners anticipate benefits and advocate for more investment in mental health services.

Residents in Colorado Springs' Old North End report that speeding on North Nevada Avenue has been a dangerous, ongoing crisis, with drivers often exceeding the posted 30 mph speed limit. A resident detailed severe crash consequences, stating crashes can involve hitting houses or flipping intersections. The city responded by having a traffic engineer state that implemented speed mitigation measures have consistently reduced operating speeds across the corridor.

Police in Colorado Springs are seeking the public's help to locate 16-year-old Zakarii Brown, who was last seen around 1 a.m. in the 1600 block of Fountain Point. Authorities provided his physical description and clothing details, urging anyone with information to contact 911. News5 reported difficulty verifying the Fountain Point location and is seeking clarification.

A man was captured on camera removing a dog named Blanco from a backyard in Colorado Springs. The dog's owner, Paul, is seeking community help to recover the animal, with his daughter sharing the surveillance video on social media. Authorities and local residents are collaborating to track down Blanco.

A public hearing for the Project Taurus Data Center is set for Thursday at the Ent Center for the Arts in Colorado Springs. Residents have raised concerns about electricity, water, and noise, while the project's COO has addressed these issues in public meetings. The planning commission will review appeals and public comments before making a decision.

The Colorado Springs Fire Department responded to a house fire at 530 Bonfoy Avenue near the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Center on Wednesday morning. The fire was reported just after 4:30 a.m. and extinguished by 5 a.m. News5 is providing live updates from the scene.

Southern Colorado residents donated to the Southern Colorado Wildfire Relief Fund, raising $46,000 as of Thursday. News5 awarded a $15,000 grant to United Way of Southern Colorado for immediate relief, with all funds directed to wildfire-impacted individuals due to waived fees.

The Colorado Springs Fire Department reported 8 fireworks-caused fires during the 2026 4th of July, a rise compared to 2025. Between July 4 and 5, 2026, they responded to 344 service calls, including 23 outside fires and 8 vegetation fires. The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office issued 3 citations after receiving 50 complaints.

Homeowners in the Soaring Eagles HOA in Colorado Springs face mechanic's liens after a hailstorm insurance dispute led to a $3.2 million deductible and special assessments. An attorney alleges the HOA's property management company, RowCal Property Management, awarded a roofing contract to an affiliated firm, RowCal Construction & Maintenance, which later filed liens against the community. The validity of the liens is contested due to potential statutory deadline violations.

The Aspen Acres Fire is burning along Highway 165 near Rye in southern Colorado, with 35,467 acres scorched and 0% containment as of Wednesday morning. Evacuations are in effect, and News5 viewers are sharing photos, videos, and updates about the blaze.

Colorado Springs celebrates Bike to Work Day on Wednesday, offering free breakfast at 37 stations and bike preparation services. The event, promoted by the Trails and Open Space Coalition, includes a News5 Pedal for Pancakes station and repair classes at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort.

A tornado was spotted near Fowler, Colorado, and large hail, up to 2 inches in diameter, fell in southeast Colorado Springs. The storm occurred on Tuesday, with no reports of damage or injuries. Hailstones larger than a lime were recorded from Security-Widefield to Fountain.

State officials have not disclosed details about an incident at the Bent County Correctional Facility in Las Animas on June 6, which resulted in two inmate deaths and injuries to a third. The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) and Bent County Sheriff's Office have denied requests for information, citing an ongoing investigation and medical privacy laws. Visitation at all CDOC facilities was temporarily suspended but lifted on June 8, while the facility remains on lockdown.

A dead humpback whale named 'Timmy' was brought ashore on the Danish island of Anholt for a postmortem examination to determine its cause of death. A live stream by News5 showed the whale's carcass being dragged onto the beach, prompting warnings from the Danish environmental protection agency due to safety risks.