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Cortez police officer returned fire during fatal traffic stop
Colorado Bureau of Investigation said suspect fired shots ‘almost immediately’
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Durango man who fired gunshots in neighborhood gets probation
Samuel Navarro said he had a psychological break
Sports
Fort Lewis’ Katie Heck running toward end of incredible career
Heck begins her senior year of track and field on Saturday
Local News
La Plata County Search and Rescue finds community support
The organization brought in over $14,500 in donations on Colorado Gives Day
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Zoning changes would push Durango developers toward building more affordable housing
City Fair Share policy proposals include extension to rentals, higher fees in lieu and reduced parking requirements, among others
Regional News
State leaders discuss the rise in hate crimes, many of which go unreported, in Colorado
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser, left, and State Sen. Rhonda Fields, center, discuss the uptick in hate crimes in Colorado with various groups and agencies on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023.…
Local News
Some Durango businesses laud reimagining of downtown, while others dread the pains of construction
Downtown’s Next Step project welcomed by some, shunned by others
And the West is History
And the West is History: East Third Avenue and Eighth Street – 1895
Traffic was light on “the Boulevard” the day this photograph was taken over 125 years ago. In fact, it was nonexistent. Primarily only horses, burros and carriages used the dirt…
Arts and Entertainment
Ten years of White Rabbit Books & Curiosities
Tiny bookshop on river trail has been a welcoming spot for a decade
Local News
‘Swat’ call sends Durango High School into ‘secure’ mode
Doors were locked while law enforcement investigated
Local News
Tri-State announces early closures of coal plants
La Plata Electric pushes back, saying it should decide its own future
Regional News
Colorado Supreme Court struggles with whether the U.S. Constitution’s ‘insurrection clause’ applies to presidents
If the clause does apply to presidents, Donald Trump could be barred from appearing on Colorado’s Republican presidential primary ballot next year
Local News
Durango recruits its first Poet Laureate
Distinguished poet Esther Belin published two poetry books through University of Arizona Press and won American Book Award
Local News
Community shows support for Durango oncology nurse with brain tumor
Former patients and families rally to give strength to their favorite caretaker
Community
Sgt. Michael Moran remembered as ‘hero, dad, son and friend’ at Cortez service
Moran was shot and killed in the line of duty last Wednesday
Local News
Hundreds pay tribute to fallen Cortez police officer
Procession includes more than 400 law enforcement personnel
Tri-Cities
Aztec’s ongoing water problem persists
Public Works director says city water is safe to drink
Gallery
Photos: Funeral procession for Cortez Police Sgt. Michael Moran
Hundreds of law enforcement vehicles escort the body of Cortez Police Sgt. Michael Moran
Sports
Scorpions tame Demons in girls hoops season opener
Farmington doubles up on Durango 52-26 to open prep basketball season
Local News
Fort Lewis College experiences surge in donations during 2023 GivingTuesday
The college’s primary focus will be utilizing funds for new sports performance center, nursing collaborative
Sports
Purgatory and Telluride both see new snow and terrain
Both mountains have opened up in recent weeks
Local News
Are art and artificial intelligence compatible?
AI can be a powerful tool, but how it’s wielded is important, Fort Lewis College students and staff say
Gallery
PHOTOS: Fort Lewis basketball teams entertain Adams State
FLC men win 100-80 on Tuesday, women lose 76-56
Local News
Photo: Chapman Hill Ice Rink open for public skating
Mountain Middle School students take to the ice on Tuesday
Local News
Watch live: Memorial services for Cortez Police Sgt. Michael Moran
Officer was killed in the line of duty last week
Local News
Durango restaurant owner, executive chef dies at age 44
Primus opened in 2019 on Main Avenue
Regional News
New EPA methane emissions rules celebrated by some, cause concern for others
The rules will limit leaks from over 20,000 oil and gas wells in the Four Corners