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Denver Zoo reports world’s first coronavirus cases in hyenas

DENVER – Two hyenas at the Denver Zoo have tested positive for the coronavirus, the first confirmed cases among the animals worldwide, a national veterinary lab announced Friday. Samples fro...

6 big takeaways from the 2021 election results in Colorado and beyond

There was good news for Republicans and Democrats – and warning signs to both parties

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Friday 3:22 a.m. Someone reported a dead deer in the northbound lane in the 1300 block of South Camino del Rio. Thursday 7:50 a.m. Medication was reportedly...

Democratic state senator ends campaign to unseat Boebert

Donovan drawn out of 3rd Congressional District during redistricting process

Colorado man gets house arrest for riot, calls himself idiot

A Colorado man who told a judge that he is “guilty of being an idiot” for twice entering the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot was sentenced on Friday to 90 days of home detention. U.S. Di...

Best bets in and around Durango

The first weekend of November brings excitement for the upcoming ski season. The 58th annual Hesperus Ski Swap will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the La Plata County Fairgroun...

How ultrawealthy politicians – including Gov. Jared Polis – avoided paying taxes

IRS records reveal how wealthy political figures slashed their taxes

Denver police hope therapy dog will break down barriers

DENVER – The Denver Police Department’s first therapy dog was originally trained to be a guide dog, but she turned out to be too friendly to focus on helping one person. Now the department ...

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Durango Police Department Wednesday 4:42 p.m. Eight juveniles were reported for pushing over a trash can in the 2300 block of Main Avenue. 5:06 p.m. Someone reported a roll-over acci...

Remains found thought to be German hiker missing since 1983

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK – Skeletal remains found in Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park are believed to be those of a 27-year-old man from West Germany who disappeared during a mult...

VFW organizing entries for Veterans Day parade

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4031 in Durango is coordinating participation in the Veterans Day parade, which will take place Thursday, Nov. 11. Participants will gather at Main Avenue and F...

Navajo Nation reports 80 new COVID-19 cases, but no deaths

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – The Navajo Nation on Wednesday reported 80 more COVID-19 cases, but no coronavirus-related deaths for the 23rd time in the past 35 days. The latest numbers pushed the tr...