Aaron Vitatoe
Reporter/Producer
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Aaron grew up in a military family. He moved around growing up, living in cities all over the country, including Colorado Springs. After going to college at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, he came back to the Springs to serve his community.
He is a storyteller at heart with a passion for writing, travel and news. Having had a Biology minor in college, he also has an interest in science, especially medicine. Aaron joined KKTV as both a producer and reporter.
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Updated: 13 hours ago
|By Aaron Vitatoe
Almost a hundred stray dogs were brought in to shelters over the weekend. Here's what to do if you lost your pet, or if you find one.
Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 6:25 PM MDT
|By Lindsey Grewe and Aaron Vitatoe
The affidavit can be viewed inside this article.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2022 at 5:43 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
Election Day is June 28th. The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder says he is working to ensure everyone has a chance to have their vote counted in the 2022 Primaries.
Updated: Jun. 13, 2022 at 6:21 PM MDT
|By Nicole Heins, Aaron Vitatoe and Tony Keith
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office says the suspect in a deadly shooting in the area near Chaps View road in Hanover has been found.
Updated: Jun. 6, 2022 at 6:44 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
Wild animals are pretty common in Colorado Springs, especially in the warmer months. The threat of an attack is very minimal, but there are steps to take to ensure the threat it's next to none.
Updated: May. 31, 2022 at 7:17 PM MDT
|By Lindsey Grewe, Aaron Vitatoe and Jack Heeke
A young couple is confirmed dead following a tragedy on the water over the Memorial Day weekend.
Updated: May. 31, 2022 at 4:47 AM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
People across southern Colorado commemorated Memorial Day by honoring fallen vets. For those who lost people recently, today held an extra special meaning.
Updated: May. 24, 2022 at 6:56 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
CDOT announced the launch of a new campaign aimed at stopping speeding, particularly in El Paso County.
Updated: May. 18, 2022 at 5:27 AM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
With kids getting out for summer vacation, families are making plans as the FDA approves a booster shot for COVID-19 for children ages 5-11.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 6:13 PM MDT
|By Carel Lajara and Aaron Vitatoe
On Monday, Governor Jared Polis signed multiple bills into law in an effort to help Coloradans save money.
Updated: May. 14, 2022 at 3:14 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe and Melissa Henry
Crews responding to fire near COS Airport
Updated: May. 10, 2022 at 5:00 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
CSFD is increasing their response to fires, regardless of size, in an effort to put them out before they grow too much.
Updated: May. 9, 2022 at 6:24 PM MDT
|By Lindsey Grewe and Aaron Vitatoe
There’s no better time to offer a helping hand to our neighbors in need.
Updated: May. 4, 2022 at 6:47 AM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
May is Wildfire Awareness Month, but wildfires have become a year-round issue for Coloradans. The Forest Service is helping to ensure people are prepared for this ongoing threat.
Updated: May. 3, 2022 at 10:17 AM MDT
|By Lindsey Grewe and Aaron Vitatoe
Police were called to Orman and Lincoln at 3 a.m. Monday on reports of shots fired.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2022 at 6:59 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
The Easter holiday saw more travel and increased concerns about COVID
Updated: Apr. 12, 2022 at 5:49 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
Winds near 90mph near Walsenburg caused a travel restrictions for truckers in southern Colorado.
Updated: Apr. 5, 2022 at 7:23 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
A shelter in place order left two schools on a lockout while police searched for evidence in a storage unit burglary.
Updated: Apr. 4, 2022 at 7:29 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
The victims in a shooting in southeast El Paso County have been identified as brothers. The suspect is facing charges of attempted First Degree Murder.
Updated: Apr. 3, 2022 at 7:58 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
I-25 will have major closures and delays as CDOT works on the South Gap project.
Updated: Apr. 2, 2022 at 4:41 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
A city in Colorado began celebrating an important milestone this weekend.
Updated: Mar. 30, 2022 at 5:20 AM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
On Tuesday, 11 News received more information in a series of burglaries in Colorado Springs.
Updated: Mar. 29, 2022 at 5:36 AM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
Colorado has been seeing an increase in crashes involving pedestrians, especially on highways.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2022 at 1:40 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
Pueblo Police are seeking information on an armed robbery suspect potentially linked to a series of armed robberies.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2022 at 6:44 AM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
A Colorado Springs car dealership teamed up with the Salvation Army on Monday to address food security families face during school breaks.
Updated: Mar. 21, 2022 at 1:19 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe
Colorado Springs firefighters mounted a rescue operation for a paraglider at Red Rock Canyon
Updated: Mar. 21, 2022 at 6:36 AM MDT
|By Miranda Paige and Aaron Vitatoe
A fire in eastern El Paso county has been contained, but hot spots will continue to be monitored due to high winds.
Updated: Mar. 11, 2022 at 8:13 PM MST
|By Aaron Vitatoe
Eastbound I-70 northeast of Grand Junction will be closed on Sunday for a vehicle removal operation. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, the closure will begin at 8 a.m. and is expected to last three hours.