News

Bill targets fish-in suspects

Billy Frank Jr., left, a Nisqually tribal elder, and Ed Johnstone of the Quinault tribe may finally have their records…

January 14, 2014

Student mental health screenings vary by state

The Primary Project, which screens 3,000 kindergarteners and first-graders in Palm Beach County, Fla., has helped Matthew Palma build his…

January 14, 2014

Education

U.S. 15-year-olds lag, mainly in math, on international tests

Fifteen-year-olds in the United States score in the middle of the developed world in reading and science while lagging in…

January 14, 2014

Local News

Red Mountain shut down for days

Loose-rock mitigation to keep highway closed ‘at least through weekend’

January 14, 2014

Nation & World

Judges oppose ideas to reform NSA rules

The former chief judge of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court opposes some proposed changes to how the court should work,…

January 14, 2014

Nation & World

Egypt heads to polls as violence flares

Egyptians are voting on a new constitution in a two-day election that continues today. The military-backed government is hoping for…

January 14, 2014

Local News

A picnic in January

Susan Caudle and Beth Blovin enjoy lunch by the Animas River with their dog, Zeffy, on Monday afternoon. The National…

January 13, 2014

Local News

Windy walk

Under clear skies and temperatures in the 40s, wind buffets downtown Durango on Tuesday as a pedestrian walks past flags…

January 13, 2014

Local News

County assessor seeks his 8th term

Craig Larson hasn’t had an opponent in recent elections

January 13, 2014

Regional News

State Fair losing money, needs help from state

DENVER – The government entity that runs the Colorado State Fair had another year of operating losses and needs additional…

January 13, 2014

Local News

Lawyers face ethical dilemma with pot law

Federal prohibition means legal advice falls in gray area

January 13, 2014

Local News

Commissioners stay neutral on own raises

State proposal would boost county officials’ pay by 20 percent

January 13, 2014

Local News

Dayplanner Wednesday

Arts and Entertainment Mike + Ruthy (vintage Americana), 7:30 p.m., $10/$12, Studio &, 1027 Main Ave., www.anddurango.com. Greg Ryder, 5:30…

January 13, 2014

Regional News

Colo. Republicans begin fight against laws

Energy bill first of many GOP has in mind to modifiy, repeal

January 13, 2014

Regional News

State clears Sen. Udall’s staff of intimidation

GOP representative who brought complaint dismisses findings

January 13, 2014

Local News

Looking at the big picture

Students weigh national security, freedom in mock trial

January 13, 2014

Local News

Local Briefs

DHS 1964 to host reunion meeting All members of the Durango High School Class of 1964 are invited to meet…

January 13, 2014

Nation & World

Pilots grounded after landing at wrong airport

Passengers exit a Southwest Airlines flight that was supposed to land at Branson Airport in Branson, Mo., but instead landed…

January 13, 2014

Nation & World

Judge OKs pact ending Arkansas desegregation payments

A man walks on the stairs at Little Rock Central High School in Little Rock, Ark., Monday. A federal judge…

January 13, 2014

Nation & World

TSA finding more guns each year at checkpoints

The Transportation Security Administration found 1,828 guns among travelers preparing to board planes in 2013, a 20 percent increase from…

January 13, 2014

Nation & World

Egypt to vote on constitution

The U.S. is voicing concerns about reports that the military-backed Egyptian government is targeting anyone campaigning against a proposed new…

January 13, 2014

Nation & World

Few young adults signing up

The Obama administration is expecting more young adults to sign up for health insurance, said Gary Cohen, head of the…

January 13, 2014

Nation & World

World Briefs

Syrian rebel group to let aid into areas PARIS – In a first yet fragile step toward peace, Syria’s government…

January 13, 2014

Nation & World

Nation Briefs

Retired police officer held in theater slaying WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. – Authorities say a retired Tampa police officer has been…

January 13, 2014