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Rep. Lauren Boebert attends Trump hush money trial

She’s one of a number of Republican lawmakers who have traveled to New York City to support the former president

DATE: May 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter, May 9-15

Durango Police Department Wednesday 11:51 a.m. A woman with a frying pan was threatening to kill people in the 3100 block of Main Avenue. 12:19 p.m. A man was dancing around in his u...

DATE: May 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Second Colorado teen pleads guilty in rock-throwing death of 20-year-old woman

Teenager faces minimum of 35 years in prison

DATE: May 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado EV sales dropped off by one measure, but green energy leaders say sky remains blue

Dealers worry about high loan costs, threats of Chinese imports and confusing rebates

DATE: May 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

When Colorado lawmakers return next year, no Dems will have served in the minority

Democrats have controlled both chambers for years

DATE: May 14, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Mountain lion likely killed one of 10 wolves released in Colorado

Fish & Wildlife says lions hunting wolves ‘is not unheard of’

DATE: May 14, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado environmental groups threaten to sue EPA for failing to crack down on oil and gas permits

Notice of suit says federal agency should act after state regulators missed deadline

DATE: May 14, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Wolverine reintroduction legislation is ‘completely opposite’ wolf plan

‘They do not eat cattle. They do not eat sheep. They do not eat people,’ state Rep. Barbara McLachlan says

DATE: May 14, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado lawmakers pass bill criminalizing cellphone use while driving

Drivers will be able to legally make calls only if they use a hands-free accessory

DATE: May 13, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter, May 10-12

Durango Police Department Sunday 9:13 a.m. Four trucks were parked in fire lanes at the La Plata County Fairgounds. Police issued citations. 5:19 p.m. A man was carrying a butcher kn...

DATE: May 13, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Here’s what the Colorado Legislature did for criminal justice reform during 2024 session

The Colorado Legislature approved a variety of bills changing the state’s criminal justice system relating to law enforcement, jails, and protections for those convicted of crimes. Here are ...

DATE: May 12, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado nonprofit helps working single moms keep their vehicles running

For many, having a reliable vehicle is not just a luxury, it's a necessity. It helps one get to work, take their kids to school and manage the daily demands of life. However, when the need f...

DATE: May 12, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Durango High School girls basketball wins bigDHS girls basketball defeat Montrose in Sweet 16 game at DHS on Wednesday

DHS girls basketball defeat Montrose in Sweet 16 game at DHS on Wednesday

Photos: Horsing around

Photos: Winter storm leaves over a foot of snow

Photos: FLC hoops at WhalenSkyhawks women’s and men’s basketball teams lose to Colorado Mesa

Skyhawks women’s and men’s basketball teams lose to Colorado Mesa

Photos: Fashion at its bestSnowdown Fashion Do’s and Don’ts

Snowdown Fashion Do’s and Don’ts

Photos: Snowdown on SaturdaySnowdown’s Canine Fashion Show and Outlaw Josie Pete’s Golf

Snowdown’s Canine Fashion Show and Outlaw Josie Pete’s Golf

Photos: Snowdown Rock-em-Sock-em Snowbots pillow fights

Snowdown Light Parade can boast another successful yearLights flashed, fire trucks wailed and a foam cannon spewed suds

Bright lights, screaming fire trucks and children bundled up so thoroughly it seemed like an army of Michelin men had taken over downtown Durango. Yep. It’s the much anticipated Snowdown light parade, this year distinguished by a crowd of onlookers peppered with scrabble tiles, Clue characters and playing cards.

Locals flocked to Main Avenue on Friday to get a look (and maybe a Smartie or two) at the floats parading through town on various, creatively decorated vehicles. There were some obvious standouts at this year’s board game-themed parade. After a fire truck’s opening sirens came the Purgatory car, toting a brightly lit ski bum moonlighting as a DJ, likely giving the women of Durango some unpleasant déjà vu. Best dressed had to go to the Colorado Department of Transportation’s bulldozer, wearing the most believable Hungry Hungry Hippos costume seen yet. Biggest crowd pleaser? The dancers boogieing to Chappell Roan’s “HOT TO GO!” while the crowd sang and wiggled along. But what got the biggest rise out of the onlookers was the white plumes of motorcycle exhaust, courtesy of the Harley-Davidson club. The smell of burning octane was a convincing enough reason for people to briefly unclutch the rails and step away from their coveted positions at the front of the fence. Last but not least, another machine spewing its interior into the crowd: a foam cannon, the first one to make an appearance in the history of Snowdown. Much better received than exhaust, it extracted gleeful screams from kids and adults alike. jbowman@durangoherald.com

Lights flashed, fire trucks wailed and a foam cannon spewed suds

Photos: Feel the heatSnowdown 2025 Hot Wing Eating Contest

Snowdown 2025 Hot Wing Eating Contest

Rep. Lauren Boebert attends Trump hush money trial

The Blotter, May 9-15

Second Colorado teen pleads guilty in rock-throwing death of 20-year-old woman

Colorado EV sales dropped off by one measure, but green energy leaders say sky remains blue

When Colorado lawmakers return next year, no Dems will have served in the minority

Mountain lion likely killed one of 10 wolves released in Colorado

Colorado environmental groups threaten to sue EPA for failing to crack down on oil and gas permits

Wolverine reintroduction legislation is ‘completely opposite’ wolf plan

Colorado lawmakers pass bill criminalizing cellphone use while driving

The Blotter, May 10-12

Here’s what the Colorado Legislature did for criminal justice reform during 2024 session

Colorado nonprofit helps working single moms keep their vehicles running

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