Explosives delivered to La Plata County Sheriff’s Office removed
Authorities urge residents to leave suspicious materials in place
DATE: Oct 24, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
The Blotter, Oct. 22
La Plata County Sheriff’s Office
Wednesday
7:03 a.m. Someone called deputies to notify them that their mother was being held hostage on Dvorak Lane.
1:37 p.m. Two men were shooting...
DATE: Oct 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News
Durango man completes quest to try every burger in town
Steve Harris’ endeavor turns into a celebration of food, friendship
DATE: Oct 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
The Blotter, Oct. 17-21
La Plata County Sheriff’s Office
Friday
7:02 a.m. Someone was locked out of their home in the cold on Bocea Drive, and contacted deputies to be taken somewhere warm.
7:18 p.m. The ...
DATE: Oct 22, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News
What role does climate change play in extreme weather events like flooding at Vallecito?
Fall floods not uncommon, but severity can be made worse by warming atmosphere, scientists say
DATE: Oct 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Kim Shropshire to serve as Colorado 6th Judicial District chief judge
Three finalists in running for judgeship
DATE: Oct 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Man shot at Durango pawn shop charged with felony menacing
Police say suspect intended to take his own life before being shot by employee
DATE: Oct 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
The Blotter, Oct. 17-21
Durango Police Department
Friday
1:33 p.m. A woman was banging loudly on pipes in the basement of an apartment complex in the 600 block of East Sixth Avenue.
8 p.m. A woman was scre...
DATE: Oct 21, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News
Hot tub rescued from Vallecito Reservoir
After being washed away, the ‘S.S. Tubbie’ returns to shore
DATE: Oct 20, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
Finalists named for Archuleta County, 6th Judicial District judge seats
Governor, chief justice have 15 days to make appointments
DATE: Oct 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
The Blotter, Oct. 13-17
La Plata County Sheriff’s Office
Monday
10:18 a.m. Someone reportedly stole a gun from another person somewhere in La Plata County.
6:29 p.m. Two dogs were chasing cars on Wildcat C...
DATE: Oct 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News
Southwest Colorado residents affected by floods eligible for housing, tax assistance
State and private entities offering aid while community recovers
DATE: Oct 17, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News
