Good Day
Pueblo
Thursday, June 12th, 2025
Good morning, Pueblo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pueblo West Pool will not open this summer because mechanical issues with its pump and motor forced officials to close it, and they suggest families visit the nearby splash park or other local pools. Separately, a Pueblo bus driver faces DUI-refusal charges after multiple 911 calls raised concerns about possible intoxication—officials are investigating the incident. KOAA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A second suspect, Israel Fernandez, 32, was arrested by the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office on June 10 & charged with second-degree assault after an altercation at Runyon Field Sports Complex on June 8 that left one man unconscious with serious injuries and another with minor injuries. Pueblo Chieftain
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chavez-Huerta Preparatory Academy in Pueblo is closing its doors after 25 years of operation — the school will end its academic programs, leaving students to seek other educational opportunities. KKTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since January, Colorado banned holding a cellphone while driving and the state patrol reported 1,161 distracted driving crashes in five months—a 19% drop from last year. Drivers who break the law will face a $75 fine and two license points unless they show proof of buying a hands‑free device, and officials say traffic deaths have also dropped 11%. KOAA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar was named the James Norris Memorial Trophy winner today—he received 176 of 191 first-place votes for being the top defenseman. His win makes him the sixth NHL player to earn multiple Norris Trophies before turning 27. KKTV
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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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Pueblo Evening Business Mingle
5-7 p.m. — 3 Margaritas Pueblo West — Free entry — Network with local entrepreneurs in a vibrant setting while enjoying complimentary refreshments.
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40th Annual NSRA Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals
Time TBA — Colorado State Fairgrounds — Admission fee varies — A celebration of classic cars and rat rods featuring a vibrant gathering of enthusiasts.
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4th of July Celebration at the Riverwalk
Evening — Pueblo Riverwalk — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with crafts, food, music, and the largest fireworks show in Southern Colorado.
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Residential Structural Inspections Class
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Capstone Title — Free class — Learn about the structural integrity of homes with 2 CE credits available.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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