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‘We’re still here’: Ute tribes reclaim narrative in new museum installation

Exhibit highlights language, tradition and resilience

DATE: Jul 15, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Wildfire that destroyed historic Grand Canyon Lodge spread after being allowed to burn for days

The structure was perched on the edge of the North Rim and offered sweeping views

DATE: Jul 14, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado water deaths have plummeted this year

At least 15 people have died on Colorado’s reservoirs and rivers so far this year – down from 32 dead by the same point last year

DATE: Jul 11, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter, July 3-8

Tuesday 12:09 p.m. Deputies and EMS responded to a man who had crashed on his bike, hit his head and lost consciousness while riding on Missionary Ridge. Monday 9:04 p.m. Deputies broke up a...

DATE: Jul 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The discounts behind Colorado’s EV boom are disappearing fast

A mantra for procrastinators now applies to Colorado residents considering an electric vehicle: The best time to buy or lease a battery-powered car was sometime last year. The second-best ti...

DATE: Jul 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado emergency workers head to Texas to help with flood aftermath

First responders from Colorado are heading to Texas to help with search and recovery efforts after devastating floods hit this weekend, killing more than 100 people. Colorado Task Force 1 co...

DATE: Jul 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Herds over highways: Colorado’s largest wildlife overpass is now under construction above I-25

Construction of the largest wildlife overpass in Colorado is underway across Interstate 25 in Douglas County. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, it'll also be one of the...

DATE: Jul 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Zebra mussel larvae spreading fast in Colorado River and nearby lakes on Western Slope

New rounds of samples for the voracious creatures keep turning up positive, complicating containment

DATE: Jul 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter, July 3-6

Durango Police Department Thursday 6:04 p.m. Officers were called to respond to multiple intoxicated subjects fighting each other in the Pinon Terrace Apartment complex, 50 Primrose Circ...

DATE: Jul 8, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado not yet enforcing gas-powered lawn equipment regulations

The rule bans governments and their contractors from using small gas-powered equipment during the summer ozone season

DATE: Jul 8, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Two women accuse Republican state lawmaker of making unwanted sexual advances

Rep. Ron Weinberg denies allegations stemming from actions from when he was head of Larimer County GOP but before he was elected to statehouse

DATE: Jul 8, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Cellphone data could help wildlife thrive, according to Colorado researchers

Animals have long adapted to the ways people move through the world. They skirt around popular hiking trails, avoid busy roads or entirely abandon long-held migration routes. In some cases, ...

DATE: Jul 4, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

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Photos: Archers take aimPurgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Purgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Photos: A rockin’ good timeThe 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

The 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

Photos: Durango gets ‘Wet and Wild’

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

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