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Mistrial called in trial of man accused of killing teen

WESTMINSTER – The trial for a Colorado Springs man accused of killing a teen after a road rage incident in Westminster two years ago, ended abruptly Friday because of a witness’ medical emer...

DATE: Jul 10, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Thursday 3:32 p.m. A large amount of smoke was seen coming from a roof in the area of Estancia. 7:52 p.m. A man drove by the river and threw trash i...

DATE: Jul 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Navajo leaders urge mask wearing even as virus cases are low

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – The Navajo Nation reported 14 new cases of coronavirus on Friday and one recent death. The figures released by the Navajo Department of Health bring the total number of ...

DATE: Jul 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado’s new law to restrict teen marijuana use faces legal challenge

The parents of a medical marijuana user in Colorado say a new law that aims to curb young people’s access to highly potent marijuana is unconstitutional. Nineteen-year-old Benjamin Wann uses...

DATE: Jul 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado’s 1st gray wolf pack since 1940s now has 6 pups

DENVER – Colorado's first litter of gray wolf pups since the 1940s has grown to include six pups. Colorado Parks and Wildlife said Thursday that staff members spotted the pups living in a de...

DATE: Jul 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado officer charged after using Taser on man in 70s

IDAHO SPRINGS – A Colorado police officer is being prosecuted after he allegedly got into a fight and used a Taser on a man in his 70s, requiring the man to be taken to the hospital. Nichola...

DATE: Jul 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Man gets life in prison for assault, carjacking

AURORA – A Kansas man convicted of sexual assault in the rape of a woman in suburban Denver and of assaulting and carjacking another woman has been sentenced to life in Colorado state prison...

DATE: Jul 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

City complex closes when person brings grenades for disposal

AURORA – A suburban Denver municipal complex was closed for two hours Friday after a resident brought three World War II-era grenades to the site for disposal, police said. The devices were ...

DATE: Jul 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

7 held in alleged kidnapping, torture of Colorado woman

ROCKY FORD – Seven people have been identified as suspects in the alleged kidnapping, torture and attempted murder of a woman in southeastern Colorado in 2017, authorities announced Friday. ...

DATE: Jul 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Best bets this weekend in and around Durango

Best bets this weekend include Rocky Mountain Uke Fest and Summer Brew. The sixth annual Rocky Mountain Uke Fest will take place in person and online from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday July 10 at t...

DATE: Jul 9, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Navajo Nation: 24 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths for fourth day

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – The Navajo Nation on Thursday reported 24 new COVID-19 cases, but no additional deaths for the fourth consecutive day. Tribal health officials said the total number of c...

DATE: Jul 8, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado governor lifts coronavirus pandemic state of emergency

DENVER – Colorado Gov. Jared Polis lifted his pandemic state of emergency on Thursday and rescinded all related executive orders, citing the state’s progress in combating the coronavirus. Th...

DATE: Jul 8, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Photos: Elkhorn Fire on Sunday

Photos: Animus on the AnimasBoxing in Durango took place on beautiful summer day on July 5

Boxing in Durango took place on beautiful summer day on July 5

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...