Local News
United Way of Southwest Colorado to change name, go independent
‘We realized we could do even more for our communities by investing 100% of those dollars here’
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Local News
Southern Ute tribal member elected to chair Colorado water policy board in historic first
Lorelei Cloud tapped as board’s first-ever Indigenous chairperson
Regional News
Colorado wildlife officials kill Copper Creek wolf after it preyed on livestock in Pitkin County
Young male of original pack reintroduced to Colorado in 2023 had been relocated to Pitkin County earlier this year from Grand County
Local News
Colorado Supreme Court says Durango railroad must follow county land-use codes
D&SNG began using Rockwood station as main arrival, departure point
Local News
Video: Animas River Days 2025
Dozens gathered Sunday on the banks of the Animas River to watch the action during Animas River Days
Local News
Cybertrucks elicit strong reactions, but Durango owners stand firm
Drivers report middle fingers, vandalism and Nazi salutes, but say the trucks are about tech, not politics
Action Line
Why is recycling so complicated?
The Durango Recycling Center bales material and vendors truck it away. Wonder what happened to the “A.” (Action Line)cca Dear Action Line, I’m trying to be environmentally friendly, but recycling…
And the West is History
And the West is History: American Smelting and Refining Co. band – 1916
The San Juan and New York Smelter relocated from Silverton to Durango in 1881, immediately becoming the region’s economic engine. Its name changed in 1899 to the American Smelting and…
Regional News
4 additional victims identified in Boulder attack, bringing number of injured to 12
Law enforcement officials investigate after an attack on the Pearl Street Mall Sunday in Boulder. (David Zalubowski/Associated Press)dur-i-syn BOULDER – Four additional victims have been identified in the Boulder attack…
Tri-Cities
Update: Bloomfield police officer dies after shootout
Other agencies have stepped up to help with police calls in Bloomfield
Local News
‘Am I foolish?’ Durango teachers reflect on careers as contract talks resume
Mediation begins Monday as educators seek cost-of-living adjustments
Sports
Durango’s Charlie Mickel finishes first full World Cup season strong
Rising mogul skiing star hopes to earn an Olympic spot in 2026
Local News
Durango residents meet in Buckley Park to defend Medicaid on Saturday
Speakers call out damage to health care threatened by Trump’s 'big, beautiful bill’
Local News
2025 Animas River Days makes a splash in Durango
Kayaking, canoeing and surfing bring out community on Saturday
Regional News
Durango, La Plata County included on Trump’s list of ‘sanctuary jurisdictions’
Department of Homeland Security has since removed listing from its website
Local News
Durango plans community meetings about Downtown’s Next Step through June
Feedback sought about elements like loading zones, flexible blocks and sidewalk width
Sports
Ian Burnett reflects on Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, looks ahead
IHBC race director was happy with how things went last weekend
Local News
Photos: Durango’s longtime school resource officer calls it quits
Durango Police Department Chief Brice Current, right, presents an old ID belonging to officer Leonard Martinez during his retirement celebration on Friday at the Durango Community Recreation Center. Martinez, 68,…
Local News
Photos: Goal achieved for 120 seniors in Southwest Colorado
Elijah Bowman, a senior from Cortez, speaks at the GOAL High School graduation ceremony held Friday at the Fort Lewis College Concert Hall. GOAL graduated 120 seniors from Southwest Colorado,…
Regional News
Jared Polis vetoes bill that would have restricted use of rent-setting software
Rent-setting algorithms like RealPage have become a target of consumer protection advocates
Tri-Cities
Macaroni and Cheese Festival returns to Farmington in June
Wine and macaroni and cheese were plentiful at the annual festival June 22 in Berg Park. (Brad Ryan/Special to the Tri-City Record) One of San Juan County’s most anticipated culinary…
Southwest Life
Fence around billionaire’s San Luis Valley ranch leads to new state law
Legislation gives local governments the authority to prohibit disruptive fences
Local News
Durango fire chief stresses wildfire mitigation amid drought, limited resources
Efforts focus on early action, community awareness and smart planning
New Mexico
Bloomfield police identify man who shot, critically wounded officer during traffic stop
Officer Timothy Ontiveros in critical condition at UNM Hospital
Local News
Wastewater system fails near Hesperus, sending E. coli into nearby waterway
State health department: Private well users near Pine Winds Mobile Home Park should use bottled or filtered water
Local News
Photos: Giant-sized boulder stops just short of U.S. Highway 160 near Durango
A giant-sized boulder sits along the side of U.S. Highway 160 west of Twin Buttes after falling from a ridgeline, taking out trees and creating a new pond in a…
Local News
Cortez man who threatened to kill Colorado election official gets prison
Teak Ty Brockbank blamed exposure to far-right content for motivating his online threats
Local News
Durango seeks feedback on speed management plan
Temporary traffic-calming features to be installed this summer, fall
Arts and Entertainment
Mancos resident Mark Stevens releases new novel, ‘No Lie Lasts Forever’
What happens when a killer becomes a sleuth?