Regional News - The Durango Herald

At least 13 people died on Colorado ski slopes during the 2024-25 season

Survey shows eight skiers and five snowboarders died following falls or medical events

DATE: May 2, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

New report claims to have a more comprehensive look at scale of homelessness in Colorado

Nearly 53,000 Coloradans looked for assistance related to housing instability last year, a number higher than typically estimated. That’s the topline finding from a new first-of-its-kind rep...

DATE: May 1, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado lawmakers brace for special session over potential Medicaid cuts

Gov. Jared Polis’ budget director said cuts to federal funding in Colorado could reach $1 billion

DATE: May 1, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Yadira Caraveo’s former aides say they were mistreated, traumatized

The Thornton Democrat twice appeared to attempt suicide last year in situations witnessed by staff members

DATE: May 1, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The inside story of how Michael Bennet was appointed to represent Colorado in the U.S. Senate

Former Gov. Bill Ritter shares details of why he selected a school superintendent for the job

DATE: May 1, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

From excitement to fear, Coloradans have strong feelings about Trump’s first 100 days

Voters weigh in on president’s second term and where country is headed

DATE: Apr 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado legislature declines to override Jared Polis’ veto of social media bill after House caves

The override effort failed when the House of Representatives laid over the motion to override the veto until May 9, which is after the legislative session ends

DATE: Apr 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter, April 25-27

Durango Police Department Friday 11 a.m. Someone reported a utility trailer stolen from Pleasant Drive. 12:16 p.m. Three intoxicated minors were at Rotary Park. 2:25 p.m. Some...

DATE: Apr 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter, April 24

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Thursday 5:58 a.m. An injured deer was blocking the westbound lane on U.S. Highway 160 east of Durango. 11:35 a.m. Someone reported a phone scammer...

DATE: Apr 25, 2025 | CATEGORY: Regional News