James Gavato

United States

Assignment Editor at KOAA-TV (Pueblo, CO)

Articles

Seven Bridges Trail temporarily closed due to recent heavy rainfall

1 day ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — Due to recent heavy rainfall and potential for hazardous conditions, the Seven Bridges Trail has been temporarily closed, according to the Pikes Peak Ranger District. The trail is in North Cheyenne Cañon Park, which is located west of The Broadmoor. At this time, it is unclear when the trail will reopen.
CDOT hosting community open house input on Highway 115 safety improvements

1 day ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

FREMONT COUNTY, Colo. (KOAA) — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is hosting a community open house for input on the Highway 115 Cañon City through Florence Safety Improvements and Resurfacing project. The project will repave the first 14 miles from the intersection of Highway 115 and Highway 50 in Cañon City to the interchange near Penrose. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting to provide feedback on the project.
WATCH IT LIVE: Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC vs New Mexico United

1 day ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — KOAA News5 is the proud southern Colorado home of the Colorado Springs Switchbacks!We will be streaming all non-nationally exclusive Switchbacks FC matches on our mobile app, connected TV apps, and website for Southern Coloradans to enjoy. The Colorado Springs Switchbacks take on New Mexico United at Isotopes Park. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. on Saturday. Watch live below, or use these instructions to learn how to watch.
Palmer Lake Mayor Glant Havenar resigns Wednesday, no reason given

2 days ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

PALMER LAKE, Colo. (KOAA) — Palmer Lake Mayor Glant Havenar has resigned from her post, according to Palmer Lake Board of Trustees member Shana Ball. While Ball said no official reason was given for the resignation, the move comes amid ongoing controversy over a Buc-ee's that has been proposed for the town on land southwest of I-25 and County Line Road. Just last week, the Board of Trustees voted that the land is eligible for annexation.
Be aware of fraudulent text messages claiming to be from the DMV

2 days ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

COLORADO (KOAA) — The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) says to be aware of fraudulent text messages claiming to be from the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). **SCAM ALERT** We've been made aware of a fraudulent text message claiming to be from the "Colorado Department of Vehicles (DMV)". The Colorado DMV will never text you about tolls or tickets.
Colorado State Patrol launches 100 Deadliest Days of Summer Campaign Wednesday

2 days ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

GOLDEN, Colo. (KOAA) — Last year, there were 214 lives lost due to impaired driving, according to the Colorado State Patrol (CSP). They say this was one-third of the traffic deaths in Colorado in 2024. CSP says this year, they are dedicated to addressing impaired driving. At a ceremony in Golden on Wednesday, CSP held a somber reminder of driving under the influence. There were also 214 empty chairs at the ceremony, representing each life lost due to impaired driving last year.
Two outbuildings destroyed following fire at a home Monday near Wetmore

3 days ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

WETMORE, Colo. (KOAA) — Two outbuildings were destroyed following a fire at a home on Monday, according to the Wetmore Volunteer Fire Department. It happened in the Greenwood area. The Wetmore Volunteer Fire Department says they responded with three engines. The following agencies also responded:Custer County Sheriff's Office Custer Emergency Medical ServicesCuster County Road & BridgeThe department says four state wildland firefighters checked for hotspots in the area.
Attend '2025 Report Out Community Tour' sessions in Colorado Springs

4 days ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

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Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC secure three points in win over El Paso

4 days ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

EL PASO, Texas (KOAA) — The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC secured three points with a 1-0 win over El Paso Locomotive FC on Saturday in Texas. In the first half, the Switchbacks had a passing accuracy of more than 80%. They recorded seven shots, breaking through in the 32' when Marco Micaletto found Quenzi Huerman for the lone goal of the match. The Switchbacks stayed strong defensively, winning seven tackles and getting five interceptions.
Motorcyclist dead following crash on Peterson Road Saturday evening

4 days ago | koaa.com | James Gavato

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — A motorcyclist is dead following a crash last weekend, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD). It happened just before 5:30 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of Peterson Road and Hawk Wind Boulevard, which is located near Dublin Boulevard. According to CSPD, the crash involved a vehicle and a motorcycle. The motorcyclist was taken to the hospital where they later died from their injuries.