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Man stabbed in apparent bar fight in Cortez

Police believe victim knew suspect, but no name was given

May 12, 2022

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Homeless council says much has been done, but there’s more to do in Durango

Manna resource center, Espero Apartments among recent success stories

May 12, 2022

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Durango fire crews respond to homeless camp blaze along La Posta Road

Firefighters say they were lucky to contain flames to single camp

May 12, 2022

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Woman visiting Durango reunited with family heirloom 48 years later

Trunk found at thrift store holds childhood memories

May 12, 2022

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Wastewater testing shows COVID-19 on the rise in Durango

Concentrations of the virus have increased 279% in the last 16 days

May 12, 2022

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BLM seeks to expand fertility control efforts for wild horses and burros

$20 million available for contractors to administer programs

May 11, 2022

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Fort Lewis College featured on PBS NewsHour for efforts to reckon with its past

Boarding school stripped Native Americans of language, culture and identity

May 11, 2022

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Middle school students learn joys, heartache of caring for lambs

Veterinary science class visits J. Paul Brown’s ranch to observe birthing

May 11, 2022

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Spring winds reach 56 mph in Durango, last longer than usual

Red flag warning triggers burn ban in La Plata County

May 11, 2022

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Durango students qualify for finals after state National History Day contest

Projects were themed around debate and diplomacy

May 10, 2022

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Lower rates of chronic wasting disease found in Southwest Colorado

Environmental factors, geography could play a role in limiting the neurological illness

May 10, 2022

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Petition seeking greater public involvement for fire, police developments is successful

Durango City Council must choose to accept ordinance or send it to a vote

May 10, 2022

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Wildlife at home among Mesa Verde National Park’s ancient dwellings

Park cameras capture a variety of species in and around ancient dwellings

May 10, 2022

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As drought and wind plague Southwest Colorado, one family finds too much water

Creeks and rivers are rising fast from snowmelt, creating hazardous conditions

May 9, 2022

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Police investigate a shooting death on north Main Avenue in Durango

Man found dead with gunshot wound at Spanish Trails Inn & Suites

May 9, 2022

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Why hunting groups are leading the charge on wildlife conservation in Southwest Colorado

Hunters are fundraising, sharing knowledge and doing restoration projects to protect wildlands

May 9, 2022

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MakerLab leaves Powerhouse for bigger location

Science center explores possibility of hosting Big Picture High School

May 7, 2022

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Photos: Narrow Gauge Day marks first train of the season to Silverton

Terry Saxon cooks up 540 hots dogs midway through Narrow Gauge Day in 2022 for the Durango & Silverton Narrow…

May 7, 2022

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Durango’s ‘Bridge to Nowhere’ to close for one year

Long-delayed project may be going somewhere

May 7, 2022

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Ouray Mountain Rescue Team wins national award

Dramatic rescue of an injured climber on Mount Sneffels in July won the most votes

May 6, 2022

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Durango explores possible uses for Mason Center property on East Third Ave.

Green space, expanded recreation and family housing being considered

May 6, 2022

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New Colorado law allows cyclists to skip stop signs when the coast is clear

Durango police chief cautions bicyclists to slow down and watch for traffic, but supports decision

May 6, 2022

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Man arrested after foot chase by sheriff deputy south of Cortez

Suspect was tased during pursuit; he faces various charges

May 6, 2022

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Tortilleria La Flor owner hospitalized after getting hand caught in machine

Family is raising money after big investment into business

May 6, 2022