Mackenzie Stafford

San Diego

Reporter at KRDO-TV (Colorado Springs, CO)

Reporter @krdo_13 Previous producer @nbcsandiego

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Neighbors call on District 11 to preserve historic homes amid potential plans for their removal

1 day ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - A high school downtown is moving forward with the first steps of major renovations. Palmer High School is set to begin construction in June 2025 on phase 1A of the renovations, according to a Colorado Springs School District 11 spokesperson. But some historians and neighbors are keeping an eye on the next steps of the plans that could remove some nationally recognized historic places.
City Council approves first step toward building tiny home village

2 days ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - Tuesday, the Colorado Springs City Council approved a first step toward the construction of a new tiny home village to house young adults on the verge of being homeless. It would be called Prospect Village off of North Prospect Street near Fillmore. Although no city money will be spent toward building it, the council would need to approve a rezoning before construction could begin. If approved, this ordinance would turn a large open space into tiny homes.
How Pope Francis's background in science informed a local educator's teachings

3 days ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - One of the many things Pope Francis was known for was his background in science before becoming a priest. He was the first pontiff in history to take a public stance on combating climate change. It's that work and so much more that has left a lasting impact on one local teacher. Seamus McGuire is a scientist and educator at St. Mary's Catholic High School. He heads the STEM department at the school. When McGuire was in college, he spent a year studying in Rome.
Mothers of Murdered Youth to close down nonprofit

4 days ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - A local nonprofit is closing down for good. Mothers of Murdered Youth (MOMY) is a group that's known for providing a safe space for parents who have lost a child at the hands of someone else's actions. The group advocates for families and educates on youth violence. This group has impacted so many community members who have tragically lost a loved one or are just joining in to advocate against violence.
New veterans express clinic opens in Colorado Springs

1 week ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - If you're a veteran in Southern Colorado, odds are you've been faced with some hefty wait times when trying to get access to health care. On Wednesday, new patients at the Floyd Lindstrom Veterans Affairs clinic had to wait more than an hour and a half to get primary care. On Centennial Boulevard on Thursday, the Floyd Lindstrom Veterans Affairs clinic opened a new Veteran Express clinic. It's a fast track to health care without the calls, scheduling, or wait time.
Local nurse's aide accused of stealing tens of thousands from elderly woman she was caring for

1 week ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - KRDO13 Investigates has obtained an arrest affidavit that details allegations levied against 36-year-old Patricia Wallace. Wallace is a certified nursing aide who detectives believe was writing herself tens of thousands of dollars in checks from the 84-year-old she was taking care of. On Wednesday, KRDO13 Investigates went to get answers from the Colorado Springs certified nurse's aide accused of stealing from an elderly woman she was caring for.
Police provide gun locks to prevent accidents like one that killed Manitou Springs 4-year-old

1 week ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - On Tuesday, the Manitou Springs Police Department (MSPD) announced it will be offering free handgun locks to residents. MSPD says it's part of its ongoing commitment to firearm safety. The department says the locks are available on a first come, first served basis. They can be picked up at the police department window at 606 Manitou Ave. Police say one of the main goals is to prevent accidents.
CSPD: Colorado Springs sex offender arrested for kidnapping little girl

1 week ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - On Sunday, April 13, a man working at the McDonald's on North Academy Boulevard took swift action to alert local law enforcement of a suspicious situation in their resturaunt. Just after 10 in the morning, Omar Campos saw Darryl McLaurin, a convicted sex offender, walk into the store with a little girl. Campos says he immediately knew something was off. The store manager tells KRDO13 they had run into previous incidents with McLaurin at the McDonald's.
Police respond to incident at old Red Lobster location

1 week ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

New Published April 13, 2025 1:42 PM COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo (KRDO) - On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) received a report around 12:30 p.m. of apparent homeless individuals throwing rocks at windows. CSPD tells KRDO13 that officers responded to the area behind the old Red Lobster location at 4925 North Academy Blvd. CSPD confirmed reports of shots fired and that officers found at least two shell casings at the scene.
Former UCCS track star wins half marathon

1 week ago | krdo.com | Mackenzie Stafford

Dave Popkin with the Jersey City Marathon, Half Marathon New Published April 13, 2025 12:27 PM COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO)- A former University of Colorado Colorado Springs student ran nearly as fast as a mountain lion in a half marathon on Sunday. Lexie Greitzer was the first female finisher in the 2025 Jersey City Half Marathon. The current Colorado Springs resident had a winning time of 1:14:27. Half Marathon winners received a $1,000 prize according to event organizers.