Regional News
CSU researchers say canine respiratory illnesses have dropped since its fall peak
Researchers continue to study its origins
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Local News
CDOT awarded $59 million for U.S. 160 improvements in La Plata County
Additional travel and turn lanes east of Elmore’s Corner, wildlife fencing to be built
Local News
Wet weather, warming temps may be triggering early rockslides
Latest slide came down Friday night on La Posta Road near southern Durango city limits
Regional News
Lauren Boebert gets restraining order against her ex-husband
The order applies to the Republican congresswoman and the couple’s three minor children. A hearing is scheduled for Thursday to make the order permanent
Local News
Grief awareness spreading in post-pandemic world, says director at Grief Center of Southwest Colorado
Nonprofit to celebrate 15th anniversary in 2024
Regional News
Colorado Democrats change House rules, making it harder to stall bill debates
Democratic House Majority Leader Monica Duran on the opening day of the legislature, Jan. 10, 2024. (Hart Van Denburg/CPR News)Hart Van Denburg/CPR News They want to ensure that when a…
Regional News
Many Colorado HOAs have rules that make homes more vulnerable to wildfires. New legislation could block those
Wood fences like this one photographed in January 2022 in the Sagamore neighborhood in Superior, Colo., were a pathway for flames and helped the Marshall fire spread and grow into…
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‘You shouldn’t have to pay your deductible twice’ — Lawmakers search for solutions after insurance implosion
The State Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)David Zalubowski Now, state lawmakers are considering changes that could reduce the fallout for future victims of insurance…
Sports
Durango’s Logan Moore to compete in Cross Country U-23 World Championships
Moore will represent the United States this week in Slovenia
Local News
Durango Recycling Center to close for most of February for maintenance
Facility scheduled to reopen Feb. 23 or 24
Local News
Video: Snowdown Catch and chug
Competitors demonstrated good hands and beer chugging skills during Snowdown Quaffing Tournament on Saturday
Local News
Snowdown Light Parade in Durango has most participation yet
About 65 floats proceeded up Main Avenue on Friday
Local News
‘Fotokite’ gives Durango police a bird’s-eye view of Snowdown crowds
Tethered drone was used during Snowdown Light Parade
Regional News
Colorado short-term rental owners may protest plan to quadruple their taxes
A survey showed that a majority would reduce their rental nights if Senate Bill 33 passes
Regional News
Unaffiliated voters can cast ballots in Colorado’s Republican primaries this year, federal judge rules
State GOP requested a preliminary injunction barring unaffiliated voters from participating in the state’s June 25 primary election
Local News
National forest accepts second round of comments on HD Mountains drilling
In response to public objection, District Ranger opened comment period through Feb. 23
Local News
Thrills and spills abound at Snowdown ‘Beer Puppeteer’ contest
People gathered to test their dexterity and beer-guzzling abilities Friday at Carver Brewing Co.
Local News
Housing inventory declines as certain markets in Bayfield decrease in median price
Interest rates could lower into the 5%-6% range in 2024
Sports
PHOTOS: Fort Lewis takes on Colorado School of Mines in basketball doubleheader
Men win 73-63 Friday night to remain No. 1 in RMAC standings; women lose 81-62
Local News
Video: Snowdown lights up downtown Durango
Snowdown 2024 Light Parade wows the crowd Friday night
Local News
VIDEO: Puppetry meets craft beer during Snowdown
Competitors try to down their beers using these unique mechanical setups Friday at Carver Brewing Company
Community
Dolores Bike Hostel ready to welcome visitors in 2024
The hostel opened in the old Dolores medical building
Local News
Video: Snowdown Champagne Pong
Residents engage in Snowdown’s spin on popular drinking game Thursday at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Durango
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Photos: Snowdown Champagne Pong
Drinking game event held Thursday at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Durango
Local News
Hesperus man arrested on suspicion of child sex assault
Paul Richardson accused of inappropriate contact involving two children
Sports
Fort Lewis women’s basketball team is turning over cancer
Skyhawks will donate $2 for every turnover forced in February
Local News
La Plata County contractor breaks ground on weather radar tower
New system expected online this year
Regional News
Lauren Boebert’s fundraising dropped off, but she still holds a big cash advantage in her new congressional district
None of Boebert’s opponents in the 4th Congressional District came close to matching her