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Jake Walker
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Colorado Springs born and raised. KOAA News5 Reporter.

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PARKING ALERT: 34 spots in OCC unavailable

#OCC #ColoradoSprings #Traffic

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February 17, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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I get to be a science instructor on the freezing show today! 🥶

#arcticblast #cold #freezing

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Ways to see just how cold it is outside- fun freezing experiments [bundle up first and limit exposure]
We have been telling you about the extremely cold weather. Our Jake Walker is taking a closer look at some fun ways to visualize just how cold it is outside.
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January 20, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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Here's how less than $5 now can save you thousands later...

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A few bucks now could save you thousands later- protect your pipes in sub-zero temps to avoid flooding
If a frozen water pipe bursts, it can lead to costly repairs. Our Jake Walker is talking with local property managers about how to avoid the headache with just a few simple steps.
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January 17, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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Roadwork in Monument on I25:

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Roadwork Alert: I-25 in Monument, CDOT upgrading chain stations- How long crews will be working here
Work started Thursday to upgrade the chain station near Monument hill in Colorado Springs. Take a closer look at why the work is being done and how long it should take.
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January 3, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Holiday travel in your forecast? Here's the cheapest gas out of Southern Colorado! 🚗🚕🚙

#gas #travel #I25 #news

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Where is the cheapest [and most expensive] gas in Colorado Springs and Pueblo- According to Gas Buddy
Our Jake Walker is taking a closer look at gas prices and how they compare to the rest of the country. Plus, see where to get the cheapest gas in both Colorado Springs, and Pueblo.
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December 27, 2024 at 12:19 PM
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I have the best assignment today! The Ice Castles in Cripple Creek look amazing- your sneak peek preview is here! ❄️

#cripplecreek #icecastles #colorado

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Opening Day for the Ice Castles in Cripple Creek - learn how crews build the magnificent display of ice
Our Jake Walker is in Cripple Creek, Colorado at the Ice Castles. It's their second year in Cripple creek, and the group has been putting up displays like this one around Colorado since 2011.
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December 19, 2024 at 1:15 PM
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Grab those packages and letters before you head out the door! Standard rate deadline is today for packages to arrive by Christmas with USPS. 👍

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Deadline Wednesday for standard shipping rates with USPS- If you want your items to arrive before Christmas
We're taking a closer look at the shipping and mail deadlines with USPS. See when you need to send your packages and letters for them to arrive by Christmas this year.
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December 18, 2024 at 1:14 PM
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Giving today comes with an "added bonus" according to Kelly Dunkin, President and CEO of Colorado Gives Foundation. See why, and how to donate here:

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Over four thousand local organizations benefit from Colorado Gives Day - Donate with a boost Tuesday
Giving Tuesday kicked off early donations for Colorado Gives Day, one week later. See where and how to donate with a boost on Tuesday with their incentive fund.
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December 10, 2024 at 12:38 PM
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Conditions aren't looking very good on the roads this morning. I'm taking a live look at what things look like outside. CSPD is on accident alert status today.

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Weather Blog: Winter Weather Advisories Are in Place For Portions of I-25
The southern portion of the I-25 corridor looks to have the greatest impacts from this incoming storm system
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December 10, 2024 at 12:38 PM
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Hanging out with you live in studio this Thanksgiving! 🦃

#workflow #news #thanksgiving #broadcasting #live
#television #reporter #news5

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November 28, 2024 at 12:49 PM
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Something fun to do in Colorado-

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November 26, 2024 at 12:56 PM
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I'm told the method is "customized to each family" - See how you can help provide toys to local kids in need this holiday season!

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The various ways CSPD officers hand out gifts - 36th annual 'Toys For Tots' underway now in the Springs
For decades, the CSPD has teamed up with Toys For Tots to hand out gifts to families that could use some help. See how they give away the presents and how to help.
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November 25, 2024 at 12:50 PM
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Bring those frozen turkeys to work with you! Stop by any King Soopers in Colorado Springs, Pueblo, or Alamosa Friday or make a donation online: #Thanksgiving #fooddrive #CareAndShare

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'Important day' for Care and Share Friday- Take a Turkey to Work Day at King Soopers with drop-off info
See where and when you can donate your frozen turkeys or money to Care and Share Friday for the annual "Take a Turkey to Work Day" - Plus, see the big goal the organization has this year.
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November 22, 2024 at 1:12 PM
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Planning on hitting the roads this Thanksgiving? Here's the good, bad, and some extra savings for you at the pump! #Gas #Travel #News

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When the best (and worst) times are to travel for Thanksgiving this year- according to AAA Colorado
Our Jake Walker is talking to Skyler McKinley at AAA about the best (and worst) times to travel this year for Thanksgiving in the Centennial State of Colorado.
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November 21, 2024 at 12:49 PM
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Look familiar? That's because it is...

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Same smoke shop hit with second smash-and-grab in Colorado Springs - CSPD investigating the scene
Earlier in October 2024, we reported a smoke shop that was hit by a smash-and-grab burglary. Wednesday, the same shop was hit again with another smash-and-grab.
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November 20, 2024 at 12:45 PM
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Two years after the tragedy at Club Q, we're checking in on the local community to see how it is healing.

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Checking the pulse of the local LGBTQ+ community - Two years after tragedy, see how they are coping
Two years later, we are checking in with the lgbtq+ community to see how it's healing, after the tragedy that killed 5 people at Club Q in Colorado Springs.
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November 19, 2024 at 2:07 PM
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So excited for the return of Skate in the Park at Acacia Park in Downtown Colorado Springs!

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Skate in the Park returns to Downtown COS- Meet Santa, see U.S. figure skaters and CC Tigers hockey
A beloved holiday tradition is back in Colorado Springs. The annual "Skate in the Park" event returns Friday, November 15th, 2024. See the special guests that will be stopping by, plus ticket info!
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November 15, 2024 at 1:13 PM
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UPDATE on the Circle Drive bridges project in Colorado Springs #roadwork #construction #coloradosprings

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Circle bridge project 'major milestone' reached - Mayor Mobolade, Harrison band and cheer team celebrate
The Circle drive bridges project began in fall 2023 and is expected to wrap up in 2025. Crews are replacing the aging bridges and we're showing you why.
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November 14, 2024 at 1:32 PM
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Hello Bluesky! Excited to see how this site grows. Hopefully, it will take over X!
November 14, 2024 at 1:25 PM