Regional News
‘Unprecedented abuse of power’: Colorado congressional members react to Musk moves
Rep. Lauren Boebert expressed support for billionaire’s actions
Headlines
Local News
Photos: Forget the snowplows; it’s apparently street sweeper season in Durango
Brice Simpson with the city of Durango drives a street sweeper Tuesday on 32nd Street. Normally, the sweeper is parked this time of year because of piles of snow along…
Local News
Retrial begins for Durango man accused of arson at south City Market
It is the third attempt to hold a trial for Bradley Clark, 52
Arts and Entertainment
Telluride Jazz Festival announces 2025 artist lineup
This year’s musicians include Kamasi Washington, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and more
Business
Seasons restaurant in Durango changes hands, not character
Durango native Ken Trujillo purchased fine dining eatery from longtime owner Karen Barger
Local News
Video: Snowdown Light Parade 2025
The Maker Lab float participated in the Snowdown Light Parade on Friday in Durango. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca
Local News
Southwest Colorado’s tribal nations warn of immigration enforcement activity
Southern Ute officials encourage members to call local authorities if they are detained
Local News
Snowdown was busy but smooth, Durango police say
Officer-initiated calls ticked up slightly from past years, while DUI arrests were down slightly
Local News
Project SunShare offers working homeowners solar power in Southwest Colorado
Frozen federal funds or not, the ‘solar-coaster’ keeps on rolling
Local News
23,000 gallons of gasoline spilled into their yard; now, this Durango couple can’t go home
A pipeline burst in La Plata County in December, contaminating several wells
Local News
A&L Coors to take over distribution for Ska Brewing
‘Right now, (we) are still the sole owners of Ska,’ Dave Thibodeau says
Action Line
Answer about post office just a stone’s throw away
The post office door getting stoned. (Courtesy) Dear Action Line: The Post Office has had a rock propping open the door for weeks (maybe months) so the door is cracked…
And the West is History
And the West is History: Goodman paint and undertaking businesses – ca. 1918
Frank Goodman opened his Durango paint and wallpaper business in 1880. Eventually, his brother George joined the company. By the early 1900s, George and his wife, Ida, were also undertakers.…
Local News
Mancos Creative District moves forward with plans to acquire opera house
The transaction is still in its infancy
Local News
And the theme for Snowdown 2026 is … Sesquicentennial?
Durango’s annual winter festival will revolve around Colorado’s 150th Anniversary
Local News
After 31 years, Durango Albertsons says goodbye to Mike Rustad
65-year-old resident celebrated his last day of work on Thursday
Sports
Demons bounce back with dominant win over Grand Junction
Durango snaps two-game losing streak with 57-26 win
Sports
Demons’ comeback falls short to Fruita Monument in overtime
Durango trailed by 10 to start the fourth quarter
Local News
Snowdown Light Parade can boast another successful year
Lights flashed, fire trucks wailed and a foam cannon spewed suds
Local News
Hickenlooper questions RFK Jr. about trust in science, eliminating bias
Kennedy’s nomination faces uncertain future
Gallery
Photos: Snowdown Rock-em-Sock-em Snowbots pillow fights
Trevor Berger vs. Vincent Berger at the Rock-Em-Sock-Em pillow fight at The Good Fight Boxing Gym on Thursday during the 46th Annual Durango Snowdown. (Wyatt Richards/Special to the Herald)cca Trevor…
Gallery
Photos: Snowdown Drag Race and Fashion Show
Micole Fortin performing at the Drag Race and Fashion Show at El Rancho Tavern on Thursday for the 46th annual Durango Snowdown. (Wyatt Richards/Special to the Herald)cca Residents of Durango…
AP New Mexico
Deb Haaland made history as Interior secretary. Now she’s running for governor of New Mexico
Haaland could be the first Native American woman to serve as governor of any state
Local News
Durango Planned Parenthood still months from reopening, CEO says
High cost of housing has made hiring a struggle for organization
Tri-Cities
Sierra County judge assigned to former Montezuma County DA’s DWI case
Christian Hatfield pretrial set for Feb. 11
Tri-Cities
Shiprock High School student wins Stock Market Game
Competition sparks interest of investment and finance
Local News
Wolfwood Refuge near Ignacio rescues 15 hybrids from ‘torturous’ Ohio fur farm
Sanctuary a source of wolfdog education, experience