New Mexico
Dotson family expresses anger, calls for police reform in Farmington
Two officers involved in the fatal shooting of Robert Dotson were identified at a news conference
Headlines
And the West is History
And the West is History: View up the Animas from Reservoir Hill – 1936
Every panoramic view of early Durango holds insight into Durango’s development. This one taken on Sunday, March 15, 1936, shows just how much open space used to exist within the…
Local News
Contractors to blow up truck-size boulder
Drivers should expect delays Tuesday on County Road 243 north of Lemon Dam
Regional News
Potholes beware: CDOT plans to amp up spending for emergency fixes
Some of Colorado’s roads and highways are in rough shape after a very snowy winter
Regional News
Colorado Democrats want to protect residents from the next spike in energy bills
Legislation would limit investments in natural gas, ensure ratepayers don’t pay for corporate advocacy
Regional News
Landlords must cap pet rent for residents under new bill headed to Polis’ desk
State Democrats gave final approval, and now only need the governor’s signature to make it law
Local News
Axis Health System set to move into Mercury building in 2024
Health care provider intends to consolidate patient care centers into one location
Education
Montezuma-Cortez students protest after principal is put on leave
Students walk out of class for an hour Thursday morning
Local News
Have you been keeping up with local headlines? Test your knowledge in Quiz No. 206
About 110 people participated in last week’s quiz. Participants scored highest on a question about what business used to occupy the location where Taste Cafe moved into, with 94% of…
Local News
Purgatory Resort adds another weekend to the ski season
Management considers staying open into May if snow conditions hold up
Local News
Two steps forward, one step back? La Plata County says planning heading toward full staffing
A senior planner just left, but applicant pool for positions is encouraging
Local News
Photos: Grandview interchange receives retaining walls in advance of highway realignment
Crews with Lawrence Construction and sub contractors place wall panels on new and existing retaining wall segments Thursday where the U.S. Highway 550 realignment will carry traffic over U.S. Highway…
Local News
Durango police hosting drug turn-in day Saturday
Expired and unused prescriptions and vapes accepted, along with food donations to help soup kitchen
Local News
Durango Earth Day events 2023
Organizers plan a parade on Main Avenue and events in Buckley Park
Local News
Men involved in hit-and-run death of Durango firefighter plead guilty
Lorenzo Jones and Tremon Rice were speeding on Florida Road at time of crash
Arts and Entertainment
Feed me, Seymour: DHS Troupe 1096 stages ‘Little Shop of Horrors’
High school actors close out season with musical
New Mexico
Family seeks murder charges in Farmington police shooting, chief’s resignation
Legal team demands justice, plans to sue police department after death of Robert Dotson
Regional News
Colorado legislature plans to form Colorado River task force
Legislative leadership are looking to a 15-member task force to recommend solutions
AP New Mexico
‘Rust’ movie reboots after Alec Baldwin shooting
Western movie scheduled to resume at a movie ranch in Montana
Local News
Durango City Council approves timeline for boards and commissions transition
Councilors say reorganization will enhance public engagement, not stifle it
Regional News
Colorado gun control bills progress; semi-auto ban unlikely
A marathon hearing drew hundreds of people hoping to speak for and against legislation
Local News
La Plata County finds no merit to Jack Turner’s ethics complaint
Two planning commissioners voted against RV park sketch plan
Local News
La Plata County seeks comment on new commissioner districts
Two drafts include small changes to districts 1 and 3
Local News
Durango Police seek suspects believed to have set multiple fires
Blazes ignited in dumpsters and park bathroom over past two weekends
Regional News
Ousted Behavioral Health chief cites ‘lack of support’ from governor’s office
State’s human services director will take over for Dr. Morgan Medlock
Regional News
Colorado going before the U.S. Supreme Court will test state’s stalking laws
Does it matter if someone intended their speech to be threatening?
Local News
After four years, work moves ahead at giant hole in the ground in downtown Durango
Residents have felt a range of emotions: Concern, frustration, resignation
Local News
Gilda Yazzie, Dave Woodruff sworn in as Durango city councilors
Melissa Youssef appointed mayor, Jessika Buell becomes mayor pro tem
Local News
Cafe Amor takes over kiosk at 11th Street Station; owners to sell organic coffee and tea
Love N’ Juice vendor expands footprint at the food cart business