Local News
Earlier road closure scheduled for Iron Horse Bicycle Classic
U.S. Highway 550 will be closed from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 24
Headlines
Regional News
President Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ and how it could affect Colorado
The U.S. Capitol, including the House of Representatives, left, are seen on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, in Washington. (Mariam Zuhaib/AP) Next week, the U.S. House is expected to vote on…
Tri-Cities
Shooting of pair in Farmington raises questions about use of force by U.S. Marshals
FPD chief weighs in on U.S. Marshals’ work in city
Tri-Cities
Warrant issued for YouTuber who missed Farmington court date
New charge of disorderly conduct filed in case
Local News
Birders flock to Cortez for 18th annual birding festival
This year, about 160 people attended the raptor-themed event
Local News
Durango man climbs SkySteps eight times for 80th birthday
Robert Winslow marks milestone with a fundraiser for nonprofits
Regional News
Chevron spill largest since at least 2015; full clean-up may take 5 years
Company has recovered at least 3.8 million gallons of liquid from a Weld County site
Arts and Entertainment
Summer Movie Guide 2025: Here’s what’s coming to theaters and streaming
Hollywood pulling out the stops this season
Local News
ICE arrests five suspected undocumented immigrants at Durango business
‘Even finding out where they are currently at right now is hard’
Regional News
The Blotter, May 14
Durango Police Department Wednesday 11:12 a.m. Someone reported a broken sprinkler head in the southeast corner of Greenmount Cemetery, 900 Cemetery Road. 1:20 p.m. Someone reported a man trespassing at…
Regional News
Uber and Lyft urge Gov. Polis to veto rideshare bill
Legislation is intended to increase safety for passengers and drivers
Regional News
Colorado Springs City Council passes resolution reaffirming it is not a ‘sanctuary city’
It is the third time council has approved such a statement in 1½ years
Regional News
Colorado attorney general says Trump administration cannot free Tina Peters
Trump referred to former elections clerk as a hostage being held for political reasons
Regional News
FAA confirms brief communications outage in Denver area
Air traffic controllers and some planes lost contact for about 90 seconds on Monday
Sports
Durango girls golf wins regional; Craig wins individual title
Demons will compete for state title on Monday and Tuesday
Local News
Californian city planner and author warns of NIMBYism’s pitfalls in Durango
Nolan Gray says zoning reform, ADUs most popular West Coast policy
Local News
Durango School District recognized for supporting students with disabilities
Districts are evaluated on 14 key performance indicators, including graduation rates, timely evaluations and inclusive education
Local News
Ute Mountain Ute man faces federal charges after alleged kidnapping near Towaoc
Lehi was arrested at parent’s home in Farmington
Regional News
New law allows state land board to consider recreation, conservation
Goal is to balance more diverse values with mandate to generate funds for schools
Tri-Cities
New sculptures installed in historic downtown Farmington
Record number of entries leads to placement of 17 new sculptures
Regional News
The Blotter, May 13
Durango Police Department Tuesday 1:37 p.m. Someone reported people panhandling outside of Home Depot, 1301 South Camino del Rio. 9:06 p.m. Someone reported that the Durango High School senior class…
Regional News
These bills on elections and democracy passed the Colorado Legislature in 2025
Gov. Jared Polis already signed Colorado’s Voting Rights Act into law
Arts and Entertainment
San Juan Symphony presents Sue’s musical adventure
Family Concert in Durango, Farmington goes on a life span journey
Local News
Durango’s new Tourism Advisory Commission aims to balance industry insight with community voices
City’s merger with Visit Durango finalized
Sports
Durango girls soccer’s season ends in state quarterfinals
Lutheran beat Durango 3-0 at Lutheran on Tuesday night
Local News
Volunteer Fair for Public Lands set for Saturday at Durango Nordic Center
Stewardship opportunities, networking and education offered at celebratory event
Local News
Photos: Warm temps, high water makes for fun times on Animas River
A common merganser flies past a kayaker in the Durango Whitewater Park on Tuesday as flows topped out at 1,810 cubic feet per second. (Jerry McBride/ Durango Herald)cca Craig Heitzler…
Local News
Potential impacts of minimum wage increase discussed at Durango City Council
Business leaders outline concerns, responses to possible salary hikes
Education
Mancos Early Learning Center earns prestigious accreditation
This accreditation reflects the center’s dedication to early learning