Author - The Durango Herald
Shane Benjamin
Position: Herald Staff Writer
Phone Number: (970), 375-4547

Molas, Coal Bank passes break snowfall record

Red Mountain Pass reopens after 3-day closure

Autopsy: Durango actor’s death caused by alcohol

Mild brain swelling contributed

Lull in storms gives city, residents a window to dig out

City digs out as flakes fade; snow berms will be removed overnight

Red Mountain Pass to remain closed overnight

Other Southwest Colorado passes open with traction laws

These chessboards are HUGE, and they’re yours to play with

Aspiring Eagle Scout donates giant-size chess, checkerboards

Break in storms allows for snow cleanup

Mountain passes closed Monday night; city plans snow removal Tuesday night

Durango man arrested on suspicion of arson, again

Suspect pleaded guilty in 2015 to starting shed fire

Judge knocks 2 years off former exterminator's 21-year prison sentence

Man stole thousands from customers' homes mover 30 years

More snow to fall in Durango

Storms will last through Tuesday

Jury duty cut short when defendant appears missing

Dozens of potential jurors were dismissed early Thursday in La Plata County Court when the defendant appeared to be a no-show for his drunken driving trial. The only problem: The ...

Judge knocks 2 years off former exterminator’s 21-year prison sentence

Man stole thousands from customers’ homes over 30 years

Gubernatorial candidate Mike Johnston visits Durango

Democrat Mike Johnston outlines vision