Jared Dean
Reporter
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He grew up in Minnesota but is excited to be part of Colorado Springs. Jared loves telling the stories of the people in the community, learning about what makes the community thrive, and letting people know the latest on what is going on in their area.
Jared loves to spend time outdoors hiking, biking, and taking in the beautiful views of the mountains. When Jared is not at work you can find him exploring the city looking for the best place for a chicken sandwich or the best deals at vintage stores. He is always looking for the next great meal or experience. If you have a story idea, send an email his way at jdean@kktv.com.
Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 1:13 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Witnesses report hearing a loud sound and then seeing a pink truck crash into a low retaining wall in the Barr trail parking lot Monday night. That’s according to arrest papers for 24-year-old Million Zimmerman.
Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 5:39 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean
In late March Senate Bill 256 would have made it so a final determination whether the gray wolf population is classified as experimental instead of endangered, which would ensure a 10(j) rule would be in place before wolves are reintroduced in Colorado.
Updated: May. 20, 2023 at 6:14 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean
The colorado springs fire department says the swift water rescue operation started with a call from someone. Saying they say a person was stuck in Douglas Creek just west of I-25, near Garden of the Gods road.
Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 10:34 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
A union member 11 News spoke with says they will continue to work hard for the teachers in the district and while some things like the starting pay bumps are nice, they would like to see more from the district.
Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 4:57 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean
The mayoral run-off election is between Wayne Williams and Yemi Mobolade- that’s the order their names will appear on your ballot. Voters explained to 11 News what qualities they are looking for in their next city leader. They said they are looking for someone who will represent them best.
Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 8:22 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Officers and family gathered at Roselawn Cemetery Saturday morning to pay their respects. Six Pueblo officers are laid to rest there. The mother of one of the fallen officers says she wants her son’s legacy to live on.
Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 10:36 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
A strong spring storm has caused issues across the area, bringing some strong rushing water and heavy snowfall.
Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 4:44 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean
El Paso County residents say they don't know what to do with sky high home valuations.
Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 10:29 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Coloradans could be $89 less than previous years bringing the refund to $661, down from $750. This is to help bring down property taxes in the state.
Updated: May. 7, 2023 at 10:57 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean
2022 was a record breaking year for motor cycle deaths in Colorado. 149 people were killed making up 20% of the state’s overall traffic deaths.
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 4:59 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Arrest papers have been released for Patrick Hibler who was arrested in April after he barricaded himself inside a booby trapped building in downtown Colorado Springs.
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 10:32 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
olorado Parks and Wildlife say someone in the Broadmoor area left their mudroom door open Sunday night and a bear found its way inside.
Updated: May. 3, 2023 at 10:31 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
The crash involving officers happened at circle and bijou. East of downtown Colorado Springs, where the suspects hit a light pole.
Updated: Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:33 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Since day one- the trial for the alleged murderer of 11-year-old Gannon Stauch has been filled with testimonies from dozens of people.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 11:02 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Four bills in were signed by Governor Jared Polis. Three of these new laws impact the purchasing process of buying a firearm.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 10:55 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Multiple gun-related measures are now law in Colorado. Each was just signed by Governor Jared Polis Friday.Within a matter of hours, the governor and the state were facing a lawsuit, over two of those bills. The governor’s office is calling all four laws an important step to making Colorado communities safer.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 5:28 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean
The end of the spacecraft reentered the atmosphere at 17,000 MPH. One man tells 11 News not only did he see the lights, he says he heard an explosion.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 7:26 PM MDT
|By Aaron Vitatoe and Jared Dean
Police told 11 News they investigated at least five scenes.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2023 at 10:21 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Vice President of Club Q Michael Anderson tells 11 News that he wants this memorial to serve as a way for the victims of the shooting to be remembered for generations to come.
Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 10:16 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Just over two weeks ago, officers say they found 19-year-old Brandon Harris, who had a felony warrant, in a stolen vehicle near the Citadel Mall.
Updated: Apr. 20, 2023 at 5:28 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Owner of Bam Bam Firearms Gregory Collins tells 11 News there have been four instances in the last two years where someone has either broken into his store or attempted to break in.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2023 at 4:51 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean, Lindsey Grewe and Tony Keith
A man who reportedly works as a music teacher at a church in Colorado is suspected of sexually assaulting a child, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.
Updated: Apr. 17, 2023 at 4:03 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Twenty-four hours a day 365 days a year, dispatchers come to work and are the first contact when you dial 9-1-1. Those who work at the dispatch center, hear hundreds of phone calls a day. Communications manager for the El Paso County Sheriff's Ofifice Meighan Powell says they receive more than 78,000 calls every year.
Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 8:44 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Under the proposal if a school chooses to participate in the program parents can opt out. But the bill would allow students 12 or older to give their own consent to a mental health screening.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 9:46 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Multiple bills addressing gun safety and gun violence that have moved through both houses of legislature. Governor Polis’ office tells 11 News once he receives and reviews the final versions of the bills. He’ll decide whether to sign them.
Updated: Apr. 9, 2023 at 8:36 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Tim and Jill Welch say that giving back has become a bit of a tradition for them. And on this Easter Sunday they are preparing meals just like this, giving out more than three dozen meals.
Updated: Apr. 8, 2023 at 10:26 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
Friday a federal judge in Texas ordered a hold on the FDA’s approval of the abortion pill Mifepristone. Which has been approved by the FDA for the last 23 years to terminate pregnancies.
Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 10:28 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
The first phase in a $6.7 million project is set to start in 2 1/2 weeks. Springs utilities is starting with two intersections -- academy Boulevard and Maizeland and Academy and North Carefree Circle.
Updated: Apr. 5, 2023 at 10:35 PM MDT
|By Jared Dean
After weeks of campaigning, a wide field of 12 candidates appears to be narrowed down to two. the city clerk says unofficial results indicate Colorado Springs voters have chosen Yemi Mobolade and Wayne Williams to face off in the first runoff election in eight years.
Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 11:37 AM MDT
|By Jared Dean and Lauren Watson
wildfire that caused an entire Colorado town to evacuate is now almost entirely contained. The evacuation order for Simla in Elbert County has been lifted.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 6:46 AM MST
|By Jared Dean
President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan now lies in the hands of the Supreme Court. Tuesday the Supreme Court heard arguments from two causes challenging Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 10:51 PM MST
|By Jared Dean
A piece of Colorado Springs history is missing. Michelle’s Chocolatiers & Ice cream in downtown Colorado Springs, was once a spot for customers to stop to get a sweet treat.
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