Colorado Springs Daily: Fatal crash closures, major Powers & Airport traffic shift, recycling push

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Fatal crash closes part of Union Boulevard

Police reported one person died in a serious collision Tuesday afternoon near Union Boulevard and Woodland Hills Drive. Drivers were urged to avoid the area as officers investigated and traffic crews managed closures and detours. If you are commuting through northeast Colorado Springs, check conditions before heading out and expect delays near Union and Woodmen.

Big traffic shift coming to Powers and Airport

A major construction milestone is set for the Powers Boulevard and Airport Road project: the new diverging diamond interchange is expected to partially open Wednesday morning. Airport Road through-traffic will be rerouted onto new bridges over Powers, and several ramps are expected to open to improve access in and out of Peterson Space Force Base. Some ramps will remain under construction, so plan for changing lane patterns and posted detours.

City pushes long-term plan to boost recycling

City leaders presented a strategy aimed at raising Colorado Springs recycling rates over the long run. The plan ties into Colorado’s producer responsibility law, which is designed to shift more recycling costs to companies that sell packaged products, with the goal of expanding access and improving trust that materials are actually recycled. Officials emphasized education and consistent service as key to increasing participation.

Front Range passenger rail update meeting scheduled

Residents curious about a future rail connection to Colorado Springs have a near-term chance to hear updates. The Front Range Passenger Rail District is hosting a public event Thursday afternoon at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center to share where planning stands and what comes next for the Pueblo-to-Fort Collins vision along the I-25 corridor.

Warm, windy conditions raise fire concerns

Forecasts called for record-chasing warmth and gusty winds around the Pikes Peak region, with fire danger elevated under very dry air. Fire officials typically urge extra caution with anything that can spark, including outdoor burning and roadside debris.

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