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Boy who fell from Purgatory Resort chairlift was not fully seated; lift never stopped
7-year-old skier airlifted to Mercy Hospital, then flown to Denver for further treatment
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Table to Farm’s grants released after freeze
Federal intervention restores USDA funding for La Plata County composting business
Regional News
Private Colorado 14er reopens after new laws add protections for landowners
A hike to the top of Mount Lindsey can now be done with a liability waiver
Local News
‘Hidden agenda’ claim in Durango election guide raises concerns about accuracy
City says funds cannot be used for Downtown’s Next Step, despite opposition claims
Regional News
Feeding deer in Colorado is illegal. Here’s why it’s also dangerous
‘They’re not tame or pets, and anytime you put dogs in close contact with wildlife, conflicts are going to happen’
Regional News
What’s next for Lunar Outpost’s rover mission after moon lander got stuck on its side?
The Athena Lander by Intuitive Machines can be seen resting on its side near the Lunar South Pole on Mar. 7. (Courtesy Intuitive Machines) A Colorado-built moon rover set to…
Regional News
Controversial marijuana potency bill to have first hearing
Edibles by the Matter brand in a display case at LivWell Dispensary on Bellevue Avenue in the Denver Tech Center, Friday, August 11, 2023. (Hart Van Denburg/CPR News) A controversial…
Local News
Vacant building on East Second Avenue could become Durango’s newest community hub
Redevelopment plans hit snag over city’s connectivity project
Local News
Longtime traveler from Cortez wins ‘adventure of a lifetime’
‘It’s sort of a miracle. And on top of it, I soon celebrate my 80th birthday,’ says Dottie Peacock
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Boy airlifted after 35-foot fall from Purgatory Resort chairlift
7-year-old flown to Denver after mishap on Lift 1
Local News
Federal government ends office leases in Durango
Landlords say Bureau of Reclamation, Army Corps of Engineers to move out of offices
Action Line
We didn’t start the fire – but what happens if someone does?
Smoke from the 416 Fire rises above Hermosa Cliffs in 2018. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file)du1-i-syn Dear Action Line: I can hear the wind howling now as I write this. Considering…
Local News
After L.A., demand for wildfire risk assessments surge
More La Plata County homeowners take steps to defend homes from wildfires
And the West is History
And the West is History: Trimble Hot Springs train stop – ca. 1910
The sign in this photo highlights the benefits of Trimble Hot Springs, promoting “Its Healing Waters.” The text reads: “A Positive Cure for Rheumatism. Also for Skin Diseases of Every…
Local News
Durango City Council candidate Jessika Buell stakes claim for reelection in ‘common ground’
Compromise leads to best results, incumbent says
What's up in Durango Skies
Charles Hakes: Practicing astronomy in the time shift
cca Greetings, stargazers. Today we can all say a fond farewell to Mountain Standard Time while we spend at least the next few months living in the Central Standard Time…
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Durango finalizes deal with Archuleta County to house municipal jail inmates
City says agreement is an improvement over what La Plata County offered
Local News
Residents lambaste federal firings, Musk at International Women’s Day March in Durango
‘You can't be head of a company and then go out in public and then talk bad about your people’
Sports
Skyhawks men’s basketball ends season with loss to Regis in RMAC tournament
Fort Lewis College’s quest for RMAC tournament title ends in semifinals
Local News
Prosecutors to retry Ignacio cold case that resulted in hung jury last month
David Hendren, 39, accused of shooting, killing Larry Fuller
Sports
No. 1 Air Academy girls beat Durango 55-25 in 5A Great 8
Demons had no answers for Kadets’ size and athleticism
Nation & World
Nation and world briefs
The booster of SpaceX's mega rocket Starship is recaptured during a test flight from Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas, Thursday, March 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)(AP Photo/Eric Gay) 3 Bulgarians…
Local News
As measles outbreak grows in Texas, fears increase in Southwest Colorado
Public health officials say checking immunity status is a critical first step in preparation
Regional News
Denver mayor defends immigration policies in GOP ‘sanctuary cities’ hearing
Colorado Republicans repeat claims that migrants have caused rising crime
Regional News
Transparency advocates consider ballot measure to ease access to Colorado government records
Despite there being lots of ideas, details of the transparency ballot question are still being worked out
Regional News
Story map claims Colorado is unfit for wolves; officials disagree
Is the Colorado Conservation Alliance’s Western Wolf Habitat story map proof or propaganda?
Local News
Durango’s housing crisis can’t distract from child care needs, City Council candidate Kip Koso says
Contender hopes to bring nine years with Ute tribe, lifelong volunteerism into the fold
Regional News
Gene Hackman died of heart disease, his wife died of hantavirus about 1 week prior, authorities say
Actor Gene Hackman arrives with his wife, Betsy Arakawa, for the 60th Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 19, 2003. (Mark J. Terrill/Associated Press file)dur-i-syn SANTA…
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As DOJ looks into Tina Peters’ prosecution, Colorado officials field pleas from her supporters
‘They are all talking about how Tina Peters has been victimized’
Local News
What will it take to transform Durango’s historic high school into a new city hall?
Building needs extensive renovations before becoming operational