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Tennis player Sorana Cirstea says trophy was stolen from her New York hotel room during the US Open

Soraya Cirstea, of Romania, pulls off her visor after losing to Karolina Muchova, of the Czech Republic, during the second…

August 31, 2025

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State should reconsider vaccine mandate

I am writing in response to the article, “Five vaccinations required for Colorado K-12 students,” (Herald, Aug. 20). I, and…

August 31, 2025

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Durango man’s invention helped others in crisis – then he faced his own

The Levitator is a specialized gurney for backcountry search and rescue extractions

August 31, 2025

Local News

City accepting pro and con statements for Durango fire district’s property tax ballot question

Proposal to voters would raise property taxes by 4.45 mills

August 30, 2025

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Dejan Joveljic scores twice and Sporting KC beats Rapids 4-2 to end six-match winless streak

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Dejan Joveljic scored a goal in each half and Sporting Kansas City ended a six-match…

August 30, 2025

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Sen. Hickenlooper rebukes anti-renewable energy policies at Durango press conference

Solar power stakeholders stick up for threatened federal funding programs

August 30, 2025

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Costelli leads Northern Colorado to 17-3 win over Division II Chadron St.

GREELEY, Colo. (AP) — Peter Costelli threw for a touchdown and ran for another and that was enough to carry…

August 30, 2025

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Harris scores 3 touchdowns, Air Force rolls past Bucknell 49-13

AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) — Josh Johnson threw for two touchdowns, one to Cade Harris, and Harris ran for…

August 30, 2025

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PHOTO: A different kind of rodeo

People gather at the La Plata County Fairgrounds on Friday for the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally Rodeo. (Wyatt Richards/Special to…

August 30, 2025

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Russian drone and missile attack on southern Ukraine kills 1 and wounds dozens

Rescue workers put out a fire at a residential building destroyed by a Russian air strike in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, Saturday,…

August 30, 2025

Community

Free Life-long Learning series begins Wednesday

Fort Lewis College offers variety of presentations

August 30, 2025

Business

Agile Space Industries to expand operations at Durango-La Plata County Airport

Agreement expected to create new jobs, support manufacturing growth

August 30, 2025

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Suspended Little Leaguer’s bat sells for nearly $10,000 at auction

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The bat tossed in the air by a New Jersey Little Leaguer to celebrate a home run…

August 30, 2025

Local News

Teenagers riding electric motorcycles cause influx of complaints to city, police

Officials remind public that it is illegal to ride them on streets and roads

August 29, 2025

Local News

Horse Gulch Trailhead will temporarily reopen for Labor Day weekend

Parking area will remain closed through the pause in work

August 29, 2025

Local News

New data show setbacks in chronic absenteeism, daily attendance in Colorado schools

More positive trends seen locally, but numbers on the whole ‘moving in the wrong direction,’ says state Department of Education…

August 29, 2025

Local News

New state grant for plugging oil and gas wells will help close Colorado’s budget hole

Closures will save money on regulation, environmental costs and help soften blow of federal funding cuts

August 29, 2025

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Lebanese army plans to carry out ‘sensitive missions’ amid US-backed Hezbollah disarmament plan

Lebanese army soldiers escort trucks carrying weapons handed over by Palestinian factions from Rashidiyeh refugee camp to the Lebanese army,…

August 29, 2025

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Four Corners Motorcycle Rally kicks into high gear on Day One

Weekend to feature attractions, raffles, performances for all ages

August 29, 2025

Local News

Immigration attorney encourages Durango residents to push back against ICE with public policy

‘Impunity thrives’ in the absence of supervision and accountability

August 29, 2025

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Thai court dismisses prime minister over compromising phone call with Cambodian leader

Thailand's suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, center, arrives at Government House in Bangkok, Thailand, Friday, Aug. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Sakchai…

August 29, 2025

Local News

Attorney visits Durango to provide immigrant rights training

Community members, advocates gather to hear lawyer speak amid mounting ICE activity in region

August 28, 2025

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La Plata County manager candidate speaks to community

John Cattles is the sole finalist for position; commissioners hope to make a final decision by end of week

August 28, 2025

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Drought drives surge in bear encounters as trash issues persist

Wildlife advocates say ineffective code enforcement and policy gaps exacerbate problem

August 28, 2025