Austin Bluffs Parkway
Coverage of Austin Bluffs Parkway in the Nexus archive.
- CSPD, CSFD asking for help, investigators believe grass fire was human-caused
Colorado Springs Police (CSPD) and Fire Departments (CSFD) are seeking public assistance to investigate a human-caused grass fire that occurred Tuesday evening behind Explorer Elementary School near Austin Bluffs Parkway and Rangewood Drive. Investigators believe the fire was intentionally set and are urging anyone with information to contact CSPD or Crime Stoppers.
- CSFD: Grassfire behind Explorer Elementary School
The Colorado Springs Fire Department reported a grass fire behind Explorer Elementary School near Austin Bluffs Parkway and Brainard Drive. Firefighters were on the scene, as announced on social media around 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
- More bear sightings on east side of Colorado Springs, CPW says dry winter is to blame
Colorado Parks and Wildlife reports a significant increase in bear sightings east of Colorado Springs due to a dry winter reducing food sources. Bears are entering populated areas, prompting officials to recommend DIY deterrents like a soda can filled with rocks.