Good Day
Pueblo
Friday, May 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Pueblo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pueblo residents will be able to dispose of unwanted household items and yard debris for free at the Team Up to Clean Up event on May 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at CSU Pueblo and the Colorado State Fairgrounds—yard waste is dropped off at Pueblo RecycleWorks and each household must show proof of residency while being limited to one truckload of items. Pueblo Chieftain
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Pueblo police arrested a 15-year-old boy and a 24-year-old woman in connection with the April 6 drive-by shooting that killed 19-year-old Michael James Suazo on North Hudson Avenue and Highway 50 East Bypass after both suspects fled during a traffic stop on I-25 toward Fountain— the teen now faces charges including first-degree murder and juvenile parole violations while the adult is charged as an accessory to a crime and for tampering with physical evidence. KKTV
- ➤ The Pueblo Police Department and the U.S. Marshals’ Colorado Violent Offender Task Force arrested a 15-year-old boy and 24-year-old Caitlyn Gonzales for their alleged role in a drive-by shooting that killed 19-year-old Michael Suazo near North Hudson Avenue and Highway 50 E Bypass—after a May 20 traffic stop that turned into a high-speed chase along I-25 near Fountain—bringing the suspects into custody. KOAA
- ➤ Officers arrested a 15-year-old male and 24-year-old Caitlyn Gonzales after Michael Suazo was fatally shot in a drive-by on April 6, when police intercepted their vehicle on I-25 at 4:45 p.m.—the arrests mark Pueblo's third homicide this year. City of Pueblo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Swallows Charter Academy held its graduation ceremony on May 22 at Hoag Hall on the CSU Pueblo campus. Students prayed, the eighth-grade choir performed, and seniors received awards and diplomas (captured in photos). Pueblo Chieftain
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Travelers are busy this Memorial Day weekend as drivers and flyers head to holiday destinations with gas prices as low as $3 per gallon reported in Pueblo. State law enforcement - including CDOT and the State Patrol working with over 75 agencies - will enforce DUI laws to keep roads safe. KOAA
- ➤ Fort Carson held a memorial ceremony on Thursday, May 22 to honor soldiers who lost their lives during overseas operations - Major General David Doyle delivered a keynote speech at the Mountain Post Warrior Memorial where 407 names are inscribed and no new name was added this year. FOX21
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Mosaic Coaster Workshop
2-4 p.m. — Grumpy's Cafe — $40 — Create colorful mosaic coasters while enjoying a casual afternoon with friends.
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Cody Cozz with Christian Jaquez Opening
6-9 p.m. — The Abriendo Inn — Tickets starting at $0.38 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Nashville recording artist Cody Cozz and local talent Christian Jaquez.
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Colorado Reptile Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Pueblo Convention Center — VIP & General Admission Tickets available at the door — Explore thousands of reptiles and supplies while engaging with local businesses.
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Awakening Events: Christian Music Concert
5-9 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — Check for ticket prices — Experience uplifting performances at this community-centered Christian music event.
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Second Street Dance Company Annual Recital
7-10 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — $22 to $30 — Experience the magic of cinema brought to life through captivating dance performances.
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Managing the Home Inspection
12-3 p.m. — Capstone Title — Free — Gain essential insights into home inspections while enjoying a complimentary lunch.
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Muchachas Inteligentes Golf Tournament
Support scholarships for young Latina Women in higher education.
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Muchachas Inteligentes Golf Tournament
Support scholarships for young Latina Women in higher education.
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Go Skateboarding Day Pueblo
10 AM – 3 PM — El Centro Del Quinto Sol — Free entry — Celebrate skateboarding with contests, giveaways, and community vibes in Pueblo.
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Pueblo Has Talent – Best of the Best Showcase
4-5 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — Free admission — Celebrate the top talents of Pueblo's finest performers with surprise acts and audience participation.
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