Local News
Coalition of funders supports local newsrooms across U.S.
Press Forward funding can support infrastructure, operations and reporting for small-town newsrooms
Headlines
Arts and Entertainment
Comedian Abby Govindan: ‘I really am enjoying the ride’
Stand-up comic bringing her show, ‘How to Embarrass Your Immigrant Parents,’ to the Durango stage
Regional News
Do Trump’s immigration directives conflict with Colorado laws?
At issue is whether federal executive orders override existing local and state statutes
Sports
Playoff prospects: How Durango basketball, hockey teams rank with month left in season
Durango boys, girls basketball in good spot to host home playoff game
Local News
Court sides with sheriff in first hearing over La Plata County Jail dispute
Durango lost a judicial bid to temporarily restore ability to house municipal inmates at jail
Local News
Durango names La Plata County commissioners in second jail lawsuit
City says decision to terminate contract is ‘arbitrary and unreasonable’
Local News
Put on your game face and get ready to roll: It’s Snowdown ‘Board Games’ edition
The 10-day ‘cabin fever reliever’ will host a record number of events this year
Tri-Cities
Hearing set in DWI case of San Juan County DA
Special prosecutor and Sierra County judge handling the case
Local News
Widespread sexual harassment found after resignation of La Plata County Jail commander
Ed Aber, a 19-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office, left quietly in July
Education
Montezuma-Cortez superintendent faces trial after allegedly failing to report a claim of student abuse
Police reports show Harry (Tom) Burris might have known about allegations since June 2023
Local News
Durango Palestine Solidarity Coalition members hopeful of ceasefire, skeptical it will last
Announced truce ‘giving people a lot of hope, which is a good thing’
New Mexico
Farmington man sentenced for shooting, killing woman
Hanson Tsosie to serve sentence in federal prison
Local News
Flooding shutters Bayfield Town Hall
Busted pipe leaves over an inch of standing water on building’s second floor
Local News
Resolution would begin merger of city with Visit Durango
City Council will vote on matter Wednesday
Tri-Cities
Albuquerque man arrested in Rio Rancho for alleged shooting at Farmington motel
Talele Mika reportedly found with meth upon arrest
Regional News
Which guns would be affected by Colorado’s proposed gun ban?
Legislation would not affect possession of weapons lawfully sold, purchased or transferred before Sept. 1
Local News
Southwestern Water Conservation District awarded $25.6M grant
Money will fund projects supporting aquatic ecosystems during periods of drought
Local News
CDOT warns drivers of ‘lengthy delays’ near Lizard Head Pass
They’re doing winter maintenance work
Local News
After flirting with Ouray job, Bayfield police chief ‘completely dedicated’
Michael Hoguet considered a change after town government was shaken by leadership controversy
AP New Mexico
U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland reflects on tough choices during a historic tenure
Haaland was the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary
Local News
20 gray wolves released in Pitkin, Eagle counties, Colorado Parks and Wildlife says
Fifteen brought from British Columbia; 5 were from captive Copper Creek pack
Local News
Trump returns to power after unprecedented comeback, emboldened to reshape American institutions
‘From this moment on, America’s decline is over’
Action Line
Searching for parking answers
The entrance to the hotel parking garage off East Fifth Street is seen on Wednesday with an ironic message. (Action Line) Dear Action Line: I was searching for a parking…
And the West is History
And the West is History: Karl Graham, ‘father’ of La Plata County EMS – 1981
Pueblo native Karl Graham arrived in Durango in 1960. After 20 years in the building trades, he was appointed manager of Plaza Lumber in 1964. Looking for a career change,…
Sports
After six surgeries, Sofia Voss ready to make her return to track
Senior track star to return after numerous calf operations
Local News
La Plata County Public Health begins move to new buildings
Front desk services will be available at Suttle Street location beginning Tuesday
Local News
Local fire departments send aid to Los Angeles as fires continue to devastate the area
Crews from the Los Pinos, Upper Pine and Cortez fire districts arrived in Pacific Palisades on Jan. 12
Local News
Jamie’s Fine Jewelry shop will close permanently at end of March
Owner Jamie King expresses her gratitude to the community as she looks forward to retirement
Sports
Lanae Billy hits career milestone at Weber State University
Former Piedra Vista High and Fort Lewis College standout part of elite class