I-25

A motorcyclist died in a crash on I-25 between Tejon Street and Cimarron Street on July 16, 2026. The El Paso County Coroner identified the motorcyclist, and the Colorado Springs Police Department reported the incident.

A 26-year-old motorcyclist, Denzel Uylett, died after crashing on I-25 in Colorado Springs on July 17. The crash occurred when he missed a curve, struck the median, and crossed into southbound lanes between Cimarron Street and Tejon Street. Speed is under investigation, and this marks the 34th traffic death in the city this year.

A body was recovered from a tunnel under I-25 at 70th Avenue after officials responded to an illegal burn report. The incident occurred on Saturday morning.

A Colorado resident complains about the severely bumpy condition of Interstate 76 between Julesburg and Sterling, which CDOT attributes to outdated 1992-era concrete construction methods lacking modern dowel bars. The road's roughness disrupts travel, diverts truck traffic to I-25, and causes discomfort for drivers and passengers.

A driver traveling the wrong way on Highway 50 Bypass was involved in a deadly head-on collision on I-25 on July 17, resulting in the driver's death. The Pueblo Police Department reported the crash occurred around 9:25 p.m. Friday.

A fatal crash occurred on I-25 in Pueblo when a driver went the wrong way and collided with another vehicle. The deceased driver was identified as John P. Morrone, while the other driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

A wrong-way driver died after crashing into another vehicle on northbound I-25 in Pueblo around 9:20 p.m., causing the highway to close for several hours. The other vehicle's occupant was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The Pueblo County Coroner will later identify the deceased driver.

A motorcyclist was killed in a crash on I-25 near downtown Colorado Springs on Thursday evening, July 16, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department. The incident occurred around 10:45 p.m. and closed lanes of the interstate.

A motorcyclist died after crashing on I-25 in Colorado Springs Thursday night. The rider struck the median and crossed into southbound lanes between Cimarron Street and Tejon Street. Authorities are investigating speed as a potential factor, and the rider's identity will be released by the El Paso County Coroner.

A Pennsylvania man wanted for allegedly murdering his wife in 2024 was arrested in Colorado during a traffic stop on I-25 on July 14. The arrest occurred as part of an investigation into the Pennsylvania murder case.

A portion of I-25 between Baptist Road and Northgate Boulevard in El Paso County is closed due to a fire, causing traffic delays. The Colorado Springs Fire Department reported crews responding to the incident on July 13.

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is designing a new rest area west of I-25 at the Purcell Boulevard exit to replace the closed Pinion Rest Area. The facility will include restrooms, picnic areas, pet relief, and expanded parking, with public feedback accepted until July 27.

Storms are expected in the Aspen Acres Fire area and across southern Colorado's plains Thursday, with a 2/5 slight risk of severe weather. Afternoon storms will develop in the mountains around noon, moving to I-25 with potential for hail and 60 mph winds, while a Flash Flood Watch remains in effect for the fire zone. High temperatures will drop slightly to near-seasonal averages, with most areas seeing upper 80s to mid-90s.

A 62-year-old motorcyclist, David Joseph, died after a crash on I-25 in Colorado Springs on June 6. He was not wearing a helmet when the collision occurred near the South Circle Drive exit, and the vehicle driver was unharmed. This marks the 30th traffic death in the city this year.

Some residents displaced by the Aspen Acres Fire in Colorado are returning home as others await reentry, with ongoing smoke and flames visible near the I-25 and Highway 165 interchange. Evacuees like Mary Davenport and Allyx Townend share mixed emotions about returning, while others, such as Loel Gray, face repeated evacuations due to wildfires.

Overnight lane closures on I-25 in Colorado Springs will impact evening commuters as CDOT crews perform milling and paving between Fillmore Street and Garden of the Gods Road. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily until mid-August.

The Fourth of July in Colorado brings heat, wildfire smoke, and severe weather risks, including hail and wind gusts. Storms are expected to develop afternoon, affecting events like fireworks and outdoor activities, with temperatures reaching the upper 80s to lower 90s. A heat dome is forecasted to bring further warming by late next week.

A crash along northbound I-25 north of Colorado Springs impacted traffic Wednesday morning. The Colorado Department of Transportation initially closed the entire northbound lane but later restricted the right shoulder between Baptist Road and Highway 105. The crash was cleared before 5:50 a.m.

Incoming desert air will bring hotter and drier conditions to Colorado this weekend, with red flag warnings and fire weather watches issued due to high fire danger. Winds will increase, particularly west of I-25, and temperatures are expected to reach the 90s and 100s. Smoke from large fires in Utah could also impact Colorado's air quality.

A collared gray wolf crossed I-25 in southern Colorado's Pueblo County, moving briefly east of the interstate before returning west, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW).

The Applewood Fire in Southwestern Pueblo County, Colorado, was caused by a malfunctioning trailer pulled by a vehicle on I-25. The fire, which began on June 21, destroyed 11 homes in the Applewood community, with seven homes suffering total loss.

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.

Southbound I-25 is closed due to a crash between exit 119 (Rancho Colorado Boulevard) and exit 116 (County Line Road), two miles south of Fountain, Colorado. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) reported the incident on Monday, June 22.

Southbound I-25 is closed south of Wigwam between Rancho Colorado Boulevard and Exit 116, County Line Road due to an overturned semi-truck blocking both lanes. Emergency crews are on the scene, a detour is in place, and it is unclear if anyone is injured.

Strong thunderstorms are possible in some areas along I-25 and the eastern plains, while Red Flag Warnings are in effect for others. Conditions vary by location, with dry weather in some regions and potential for potent storms by afternoon due to moisture influx.

A wildfire in southwestern Pueblo County burned several homes and prompted evacuations near I-25 in Colorado City. The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office reported multiple agencies responding to the fire, which affected the Applewood Mobile Home park.

A Costco is in the pre-application project phase in Monument, with the proposed site located on the southwest corner of Higby Road and Jackson Creek Parkway, near I-25. No formal development plans have been submitted, and a conference will determine if the project proceeds to a formal application.

A driver was killed on June 18 after their car hit a stationary empty flatbed trailer on I-25 in Pueblo, Colorado. The incident occurred around 9:41 a.m. and was reported by the Pueblo Police Department.

A grass fire along northbound I-25 near the Nevada Avenue exit in Colorado Springs was contained by the Colorado Springs Fire Department. Crews established a containment line around the fire, which ignited near the northbound lanes of the highway.

Residents of Douglas County expressed concerns about road infrastructure following a fatal I-25 crash that caused significant traffic disruptions. Denver7 reporter Tyler Melito shared these concerns with county officials, including Assistant Director of Public Works Zeke Lynch, who highlighted the county's 2050 Transportation Plan aimed at addressing growth and improving infrastructure.

Thunderstorm chances will increase Sunday afternoon across Colorado, particularly along and east of I-25, with heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning expected. Key areas like Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and the southern I-25 corridor face elevated storm risks, while temperatures will be cooler than recent averages.

Double-lane closures on I-25 near Fillmore Street and Garden of the Gods Road are scheduled overnight Friday for bridge work. Northbound and southbound lanes will close in stages, with all lanes reopening by 6 a.m. Saturday as part of a CDOT project.

Shane McSwane was sentenced to 26 years for a 2025 kidnapping case involving a forced vehicle entry after a crash. The incident occurred on I-25 in Pueblo, Colorado, as reported by the 10th Judicial District Attorney's Office.

Shane McSwane, 29, was sentenced to 26 years in prison for kidnapping Grace Doston and attempted aggravated robbery. McSwane forced his way into Doston's vehicle after a crash in May 2025, held her captive for four hours, and was stopped by deputies from Pueblo and Huerfano County Sheriff's Offices.