Politics - The Durango Herald

Clinton, Sanders clash over qualifications, background

NEW YORK – With accusations of lying, hustling for money and failed leadership, the race for the Democratic nomination took a decidedly negative turn, with Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders...

DATE: Apr 7, 2016 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Fort Lewis College students lobby Congress for criminal justice reform

Some members of Colorado’s delegation more receptive than others

DATE: Apr 7, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

The growing clout of the Hispanic vote

Latinos make up 21 percent of the West’s electorate, and Election-Day turnout is on the rise

DATE: Apr 3, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Trump rescinds pledge to back GOP nominee

Five candidates campaign in Wis.

DATE: Mar 29, 2016 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Cruz-Trump spat over wives takes nasty turn

DANE, Wis. – Ted Cruz branded Donald Trump a “sniveling coward” Thursday as the feud between the Republican presidential contenders over their wives took a nastier turn. After an ...

DATE: Mar 24, 2016 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Rep. Dan Pabon offers tearful apology for last week’s DUI arrest

DENVER (AP) – Rep. Dan Pabon wept as he apologized Monday on the floor of the state House of Representatives after his arrest last week on suspicion of drunken driving and improper registrat...

DATE: Mar 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Transgender birth certificate bill dies in Legislature

Emotional hearing brings lawmaker to tears

DATE: Mar 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Much work ahead in second half of Colorado Legislature

Affordable housing and hospital fees focal point of session

DATE: Mar 20, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Universal health care examined Thursday

Amendment 69 backer to tout proposal Thursday at library

DATE: Mar 20, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

County Republicans support commissioner candidates

Presidential politics enters local fray

DATE: Mar 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

GOP Convention: Stock up on popcorn this could get interesting

Election wonks hungry for thrills of potential floor fight at gathering

DATE: Mar 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

DA candidates look to county assemblies for answers

Caucus process draws fire from both Lammons and Champagne

DATE: Mar 7, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.

A solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a d...

Photos: IHBC Subaru Mountain Bike RaceCobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Cobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Sidney Andrew easily won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic women’s pro road race

Photos: IHBC men’s pro road raceCobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Cobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Photos: IHBC citizens rideIron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Photos: DHS graduationDurango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening

Durango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening