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Today at 8:15 AM  FOX21 News Special Report: From narcotic arrests, to robberies to car break-ins, FOX21 has been tracking different crimes in Colorado Springs parks.

Today at 8:10 AM  The American Red Cross is using the devastating tornado in Oklahoma as a reminder to everyone to put together a plan before disaster strikes. The organization has developed six free apps available for download that are designed to help people prepare and live through a disaster.

Yesterday at 11:33 AM  Pikes Peak is the easternmost 14'er in the Rocky Mountain chain with winds recorded at speeds over 100 miles an hour. The road to the top of the peak was completely paved in 2011, making it one of the only 14'ers you can drive all the way up to the top.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Homelessness is a chronic problem across the nation and in Colorado Springs. Local organizations have made great strides in helping to fix the problem but there's always more to do.

Monday, May 13, 2013  It's been said nothing is stronger than a mother's love, and this Mother's Day, Colorado Springs businesses are showed some love to all the moms in their community.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Getting inked is getting more popular, and more accepted in society. But, as the industry itself expands, artists argue the regulations aren't expanding enough with it.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  There has been a lot of talk since Amendment 64 passed in the November election. Everything from how to tax marijuana, to how its legalization will impact how others view our state.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  The City Council decision to withdraw a motion approved by the previous council is causing local solar company Sunshare to consider leaving the area.

Friday, April 26, 2013  Steve Fehl from the Pikes Peak Workforce Center says there are some very important things job seekers need to be aware of.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Wherever you are in downtown Colorado Springs, chances are you're being watched.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region, along with animal law enforcement, continues to investigate a possible case of animal cruelty. On Friday, a man brought a four-month-old puppy into the humane society with severe injuries.

Friday, April 19, 2013  NEW INFORMATION: Authorities now say the person who said he witnessed a puppy being thrown out a vehicle Friday morning may have done it himself.

Friday, April 19, 2013  Colorado Springs police arrested two people on theft charges Thursday after about $2000 in stolen library property was recovered.

Friday, April 19, 2013  77 employers were on hand to meet, greet, and speak with potential hires.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  Farmers across the state are in a bit of panic after finding out they will not receive any augmentation water for 2013.Venetucci Farm is one of those that has to find a new source of water for this year.