When you get in a car, you always accept a certain amount of risk. One of the most unpredictable risks on the road is the condition of the drivers around
Summer is fast approaching, and we are thrilled to welcome warm temperatures back to Colorado Springs! Nothing beats the heat quite like splashing around in a swimming pool. As the
Work is stressful. Whether you are sitting in traffic on the morning commute, juggling multiple responsibilities, dealing with irate customers, spending long hours at the office or worrying about how
June is Colorado Bike Month! Bicycling can be an enjoyable and healthy experience, and this month is a great opportunity to take your bike out on the road or the trail,
Imagine driving at dusk along a quiet rural road. You notice a flash of movement in your peripheral vision, and in the next instant a large animal leaps in front
If you know someone suffering from dementia, you know that this disease brings with it many challenges. Dementia can change your loved one’s personality and behavior, sometimes drastically. Dementia patients
It’s June, and temperatures in Colorado Springs are approaching their peak. If you work outdoors, this time of year can be particularly busy. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety
Summertime is a time for celebration – graduations, weddings, Independence Day or simply getting together to enjoy the season with family and friends. Those of us planning to host a
Many Coloradans and visitors know I-70 as the roadway that offers access to the heart of the Rocky Mountains and some of the most beautiful sights that the state has
Three college athletes from Wyoming were recently killed in a tragic, single-car accident in Colorado’s Larimer County. The trio – whose ages ranged from 18 to 21 – were all
It is getting more and more dangerous to travel by foot in Colorado, new statewide data show. Fatal accidents involving pedestrians jumped last year to the highest total in at
Let this be a reminder of how reckless – and prone to distraction – some drivers are the next time you hit the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
A spike in dangerous and reckless driving in recent years has increased safety hazards for Coloradoans and others across the country. The combination of speeding, distracted driving and getting behind
A Colorado man accused of drunkenly plowing his car into a Lakewood record store was previously convicted of vehicular homicide for killing a pedestrian while intoxicated behind the wheel. Cops
Two people were killed in separate Colorado Springs motorcycle crashes in back-to-back days just before the end of the year, once again highlighting the risk that comes with traveling on
A 23-year-old woman is facing vehicular homicide charges for her role in a July crash that killed Colorado competitive cyclist Magnus White. The woman was driving her Toyota Matrix on
Colorado officials are warning the public about the risk posed by some older drivers, including some who should no longer be behind the wheel. “Getting older doesn’t mean it’s time
A group of teens’ reckless joyride in a Colorado Springs parking lot left five injured and the driver facing criminal charges. The crash occurred when a sport utility vehicle rolled
Two police officers and two firefighters were recently injured when a suspected drunk driver plowed into a crash investigation scene near Commerce City, according to reports. The early December accident
A Colorado man has been sentenced to more than a decade behind bars for causing a single-car accident that left a passenger dead last year. The 33-year-old wrecked his vehicle
A pair of leading traffic safety organizations is renewing its calls for regulators to require that new motorcycles come equipped with antilock braking systems. “While ABS obviously doesn’t prevent every
A Colorado man has been charged with murder stemming from a fatal collision in which prosecutors say he purposely slammed his pickup truck into another vehicle. Two people were killed
A deadly train crash in Colorado is yet another unnecessary reminder of the threat posed by the nation’s crumbling infrastructure and shoddy rail safety system. A California grandfather was killed
Drivers across Colorado need to be extra aware of deer and other animals that often try to share the road during this time of year. It can save lives and
Colorado safety officials are warning of an alarming uprise in teen deaths in car accidents. “Driving is a pivotal rite of passage, but it comes with tremendous responsibility,” Col. Matthew
Two U.S. Army soldiers based in Colorado recently died in a tragic car accident suspected to be caused by drunk driving. It is yet another needless reminder of the hazards
Daylight hours are going to get shorter for the rest of the year in Colorado, which has safety officials warning of the risk to pedestrians on streets and roads across
Many pregnant women are putting themselves and their unborn children at risk when they get behind the wheels of their vehicles, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. Only about
Some 52 million cars in Colorado and around the world are at risk of exploding, causing serious and even fatal injuries, according to federal safety officials. The National Highway Traffic
As the weather cools and summer quickly turns to fall, law enforcement officers across Colorado are ramping up efforts to crack down on drinking and driving. The Colorado Department of
There is no disputing that seatbelts save lives. That is the driving factor behind a new push to widen required seatbelt reminders in cars across the country. All cars sold
Car accidents are unfortunately common across Colorado and throughout the country. What you do not see so often is a person hired to teach new drivers how to operate their
Tired truckers continue to pose a serious threat to everyone on the road throughout Colorado and across the country. A recent crash outside of Pueblo that left a man and
Colorado motorcycle accident deaths appear to be on the decline after a record-breaking year in 2022. A total of 36 people were killed in motorcycle accidents across the state over
Colorado law enforcement officers are warning of a dangerous spike in road rage incidents across metro Denver and throughout the state. “What we’re seeing is people are more willing to
A tragic accident that claimed the life of a top teen cyclist is yet another tragic reminder that bikes and cars still do not always mix well in Colorado and
There is a lot to love about Colorado in the summer. That is probably why so many people visit the Centennial State when the weather starts to warm. But the
The death of a well-known businessman at a racetrack in Colorado may have been caused by locking brakes, according to a recent report. James Crown was killed in a June
Colorado law enforcement agencies recently launched a coordinated effort to push drivers and their passengers to get serious about buckling up. Cops issued nearly 1,600 tickets statewide to drivers for
Pedestrians are being killed in run-ins with cars, trucks and other vehicles at an increasingly alarming rate, new data show. More than 7,500 pedestrians were killed in traffic accidents last
A federal safety agency is not moving fast enough to look into car defects that can pose serious threats to everyone on the road, according to a new report. The
Hit-and-run accidents are on the rise across Colorado this year in what state law enforcement officers call an “alarming” trend. Hit-and-run crashes were up 22% in the first quarter of
Whether it is a dog, a cat, or the new goldfish, pets are often treated as family members. That means they often come along when the whole family hits the
A disaster along the lines of an Ohio train derailment that spread harmful toxic fumes could happen in Denver, according to a study recently made public. A catastrophic hazardous materials
It is getting more dangerous to hit the road on two wheels for motorcyclists in Colorado. Fatal motorcycle accidents across the state spiked to a record high last year, according
Colorado traffic safety officials are renewing calls for drivers to give other vehicles more space when traveling in construction zones. “Road work can be frustrating and sometimes confusing. This is
A freak accident at a Colorado resort recently left six people injured, a reminder of the responsibilities of hotel and other property owners to keep visitors safe. The group of
Two Denver area motorcyclists were recently killed in two separate crashes on the same day, another unfortunate reminder of the risks for bikers. Both fatal accidents involved motorcycles and cars,
Russell Wilson was fortunate to walk away uninjured after the Denver Broncos quarterback and a teammate were in a scary golf cart accident in the metro area. Wilson was sitting
Using a cell phone or other device while behind the wheel is one of the most dangerous things that a driver can do. Most people understand the risks that come
