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Jail officials say Mercy Hospital returning inmates without care

La Plata County seeks answers after repeated returns raise medical concerns

April 4, 2026

Crews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that’s forced some to evacuate

Pechanga Fire Department firefighters monitor the smoky and fast-growing wildfire Springs Fire in Moreno Valley, Calif., Friday, April 3, 2026.…

April 3, 2026

Local News

Fort Lewis College launches four-week Women’s Leadership in Practice series

Program created in response to feedback, demand, college says

April 3, 2026

Local News

Colorado bill would make it easier to cite residents for bear conflicts

Measure targets human actions that attract wildlife

April 3, 2026

Local News

Rep. Jeff Hurd meets with La Plata County business leaders

Congressman discussed affordability, economic growth and Iran war

April 3, 2026

News

Descendants of Choctaw code talkers gather in Fort Worth for historical marker unveiling

Nuchi Nashoba is the president of the Choctaw Code Talkers Association and great granddaughter of Choctaw Code Talker Ben Carterby.…

April 3, 2026

Local News

Second homes prove tricky issue for Durango officials

City’s 12% vacancy rate lower than mountain resort towns, but housing concerns persist

April 3, 2026

Local News

Durango’s ‘crown jewel’ Animas River Trail is 50 years in the making

City still negotiating connection to Three Springs

April 3, 2026

Local News

Durango-based company launches ‘Facebook Marketplace for businesses’

Paid membership gets access to eco-friendly buying, selling, donations in Four Corners

April 2, 2026

Local News

House passes Prevent Sexual Abuse in Jails bill

Legislation created, in part, in response to La Plata County Jail commander case

April 2, 2026

Nation & World

Iran fires on Israel and Gulf neighbors as Trump claims threat from Tehran nearly eliminated

A family enjoys their time during the annual public picnic day, known as Sizdeh Bedar, an ancient tradition, marking the…

April 2, 2026

Nation & World

Pam Bondi, a Trump loyalist who oversaw Justice Department upheaval, is out as his attorney general

Attorney General Pam Bondi leaving after the end of President Donald Trump’s remarks to reporters in the James Brady Press…

April 2, 2026

Local News

Colorado State Patrol urges drivers to slow down during enforcement campaign

Lower speeds can reduce fuel costs, avoid costly tickets

April 2, 2026

Local News

Photo: Every little bit of snow helps

The early morning sun lights up the La Plata Mountains on Thursday after fresh snowfall from a recent storm. (Jerry…

April 2, 2026

Local News

Photo: A window into Easter spirit

Diana Crawford paints an Easter mural on the windows of Firestone of Durango on Thursday on north Main Avenue. (Jerry…

April 2, 2026

Local News

Road Runner Transit announces temporary transit route adjustments

(Durango Herald file) Road Runner Transit will temporarily reduce service because of a drop in local nonfederal funding, according to…

April 2, 2026

News

A 4.6 earthquake jolts Northern California awake and residents report shaking homes for miles

BOULDER CREEK, Calif. (AP) — An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 in Northern California awakened residents with a jolt early Thursday,…

April 2, 2026

Local News

La Plata Electric Association exits Tri-State after decades-long power partnership

Co-op cites lower costs, emissions and greater energy independence

April 2, 2026

Local News

More than 5 miles of Mancos River now protected by Montezuma Land Conservancy

Organization aims to keep land in pristine condition for the benefit of wildlife

April 1, 2026

Local News

Durango man dies in crash south of Durango

William Frownfelter, 31, was driving a Subaru Outback near Bondad Hill when he failed to negotiate a curve

April 1, 2026

Local News

Durango school counselor faces uncertain future after contract nonrenewal

‘I was the sole breadwinner,’ staff member says

April 1, 2026

Local News

Two women survive overdoses at La Plata County Jail

Sheriff says more community addiction resources needed to curb incidents

April 1, 2026

News

MLB revives ‘This Week in Baseball’ as a digital series

FILE – THe Major League Baseball logo is seen on the field before a spring training baseball game between the…

April 1, 2026

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Rescuers give up hope for the humpback whale stranded in the Baltic Sea

A Greenpeace boat approaches the humpback whale, which is still stuck off near the island of Poel, Germany, Wednesday, April…

April 1, 2026