CPW asks for no fishing on portion of Arkansas River during hottest parts of day. Posted 4:07 PM, Aug 07, 2026 PUEBLO, Colo. (KOAA) - Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is asking you to avoid fishing on a portion of the Arkansas River during the hottest parts of the day. A voluntary closure is now in effect every day from noon until midnight at the Arkansas River from Pueblo Boulevard east down to Fountain Creek. Low water levels and high temperatures are making it hard for trout to survive after being caught. "The drought conditions we're seeing this year call for creative partnerships and innovative solutions," said Lauren Ris, Director of the Colorado Water Conservation Board. "This effort demonstrates what's possible when water users, conservation organizations, and state partners come together to respond quickly to emerging needs. Through this collaborative project, we're helping protect the river while supporting the communities, recreation, and resources that depend on it." Officials say you should fish early in the morning when the water is cooler. CPW says if conditions get worse, they could make the closure mandatory. D20 board president resigns ahead of school year as family moves out of state. Academy District 20 School Board President Amy Shandy announced her resignation during the board's meeting Thursday, saying she is moving out of state after her husband accepted a new job. What should KOAA5 cover? Is there a story, topic, or issue Koaa News5 should revisit? Have a story you believe should make the light of day? Let its newsroom know with the contact form below. Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with its free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. Just search KOAA News5, download and start watching.

Academy School District 20 names interim superintendent after ousting former leader. Posted 3:55 PM, May 19, 2026 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) - The Academy School District 20 board unanimously selects Dr. Susan Field to lead the district through the 2026-27 school year. Academy School District 20 has selected an interim superintendent during a special meeting on Tuesday. The board unanimously selected Dr. Susan Field, the current assistant superintendent for learning services, to fill the role. This comes after former Superintendent Jinger Haberer was ousted in a board vote last week after members said they lost confidence in her leadership abilities. The district sent a letter to families on Tuesday saying they "remain strong, stable and focused" despite the transition of leadership. Field will serve in the role through the 2026-27 school year. This story was reported on-air by a journalist and has been converted to this platform with the assistance of AI. Its editorial team verifies all reporting on all platforms for fairness and accuracy. Teller county forest land enforcement. Allegations of illegal immigrants causing destruction and violating forest service laws come into question. With more updates from the sheriff's office ahead. What should KOAA5 cover? Is there a story, topic, or issue KOAA News 5 should revisit? Have a story you believe should make the light of day? Let its newsroom know with the contact form below. Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with its free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. Just search KOAA News5, download and start watching.