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The Blotter, Oct. 15-17

(Associated Press file) Durango Police Department Thursday 11:52 p.m. A person at the Durango Transit Center, 250 W. Eighth St.,…

October 19, 2024

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At least 7 killed in boat dock collapse on Georgia’s Sapelo Island, authorities say

SAPELO ISLAND, Ga. (AP) — At least 7 killed in boat dock collapse on Georgia’s Sapelo Island, authorities say

October 19, 2024

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Oscar brings winds, heavy rains to eastern Cuba after striking the Bahamas

This satellite image from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration taken at 6:40pm ET on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, shows…

October 19, 2024

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Hurricane Oscar forms off the Bahamas, heavy rain expected in region that includes Cuba, Turks and Caicos

MIAMI (AP) — Hurricane Oscar forms off the Bahamas, heavy rain expected in region that includes Cuba, Turks and Caicos.

October 19, 2024

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Durango High School seeks to limit distractions with new cellphone policy

Students must put devices in caddies before start of each class

October 19, 2024

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Stanford psychologist behind the controversial “Stanford Prison Experiment” dies at 91

FILE – Dr. Philip Zimbardo attends the "The Stanford Prison Experiment" premiere on Wednesday, July 15, 2015, in New York.…

October 19, 2024

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The lawyer for Mozambique’s leading opposition politician has been fatally shot in his car following a disputed election

MAPUTO, Mozambique (AP) — The lawyer for Mozambique’s leading opposition politician has been fatally shot in his car following a…

October 19, 2024

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Palestinian medical officials say a new Israeli strike in Gaza has killed 11, hours after another killed at least 10

JERUSALEM (AP) — Palestinian medical officials say a new Israeli strike in Gaza has killed 11, hours after another killed…

October 19, 2024

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Israel’s government says a drone was launched toward the the prime minister’s house Saturday, with no casualties

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s government says a drone was launched toward the the prime minister’s house Saturday, with no casualties.

October 19, 2024

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Upper Pine fire first responders helping with Hurricane Helene relief efforts

Paramedic Jon Haner and emergency medical technician Jake Rhoades are in North Carolina

October 18, 2024

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Durango airport issues call to artists across the Four Corners

Cultural pieces to be featured in new baggage claim

October 18, 2024

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Rain, lightning make for slow start to 2024 Animas Valley Balloon Rally

Friday night’s Balloon Glow up in the air until afternoon weather check

October 18, 2024

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Hundreds of Oakland residents ordered to evacuate their homes as a brush fire threatens neighborhood, fire official says

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Hundreds of Oakland residents ordered to evacuate their homes as a brush fire threatens neighborhood, fire…

October 18, 2024

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Fast-moving brush fire prompts evacuation of Oakland neighborhood and damages at least 4 structures

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Fast-moving brush fire prompts evacuation of Oakland neighborhood and damages at least 4 structures.

October 18, 2024

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Cuba’s electrical grid goes offline after one of the island’s major power plant fails, said the energy ministry

HAVANA (AP) — Cuba’s electrical grid goes offline after one of the island’s major power plant fails, said the energy…

October 18, 2024

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Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler charged with DUI, possession of handgun after traffic accident

FILE – Miami Dolphins quarterback Jay Cutler smiles during a post game news conference following an NFL football game against…

October 18, 2024

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Liam Payne’s 1D bandmates, Cheryl, Simon Cowell and more mourn singer

A picture of former One Direction singer Liam Payne adorns a memorial outside the hotel where he was found dead…

October 18, 2024

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Top Hamas official says it will not return hostages in Gaza until there is a cease-fire and a “withdrawal from Gaza”

BEIRUT (AP) — Top Hamas official says it will not return hostages in Gaza until there is a cease-fire and…

October 18, 2024

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A top Hamas political official confirms the death of the group’s leader, Yahya Sinwar

BEIRUT (AP) — A top Hamas political official confirms the death of the group’s leader, Yahya Sinwar.

October 18, 2024

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CEO Karen Lynch at CVS is out, with company shares down 19% this year and the chain struggling

NEW YORK (AP) — CEO Karen Lynch at CVS is out, with company shares down 19% this year and the…

October 18, 2024

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US opens probe into Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving’ system after crash reports in low visibility and a pedestrian death

DETROIT (AP) — US opens probe into Tesla ‘Full Self-Driving’ system after crash reports in low visibility and a pedestrian…

October 18, 2024

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Yonhap news reports South Korea’s spy agency finds North Korea will send troops to support Russia’s war on Ukraine

SEOUL (AP) — Yonhap news reports South Korea’s spy agency finds North Korea will send troops to support Russia’s war…

October 18, 2024

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Hackers leak thousands of confidential files from Axis Health System

Highly sensitive information was released after cyber attacks and $1.6 million ransom demand

October 17, 2024

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Man arrested after allegedly punching a La Plata County Sheriff’s deputy in the face

Suspect appeared to be heavily intoxicated on the scene

October 17, 2024