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Real estate agent’s drone offers bird’s-eye view

Machine works well for high-end properties, Realtor says

May 31, 2014

Business

Few of us are expecting comfortable retirements

Few workers in the U.S. and around the world are truly confident they’re going to have a comfortable retirement, a…

May 31, 2014

Business

Kiddie fitness band more toy than tech

The LeapBand probably won’t keep many young children addicted for long, but it may be a good thing if the…

May 31, 2014

Business

Chicken products recalled

Boulder Natural Meats of Denver is recalling about 363 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts that sold to grocers in…

May 31, 2014

Nation & World

Students ‘blast off’ after program saved

PHILADELPHIA – In recent years, students at Northeast High School have virtually saved mankind from a meteor, discovered water on…

May 31, 2014

Nation & World

Students upset about retouching of photos

At one Utah high school, girls considered to be showing too much skin had their photos edited with higher necklines…

May 31, 2014

Nation & World

‘Lumbering giants’ roil world’s oceans

A 70-foot wave is a terrifying wall of water that only the best surfers can ride. But it’s a midget…

May 31, 2014

Nation & World

‘Weed Fairy’ pays visit to Seattle, gives out pot

SEATTLE – A woman who calls herself the “Weed Fairy” distributed free nuggets of marijuana to people in Seattle over…

May 31, 2014

Regional News

‘Big Boy’ trial ignites emotions

Former officer facing prison for killing elk

May 31, 2014

Regional News

Colorado Briefs

Hickenlooper tours Grand Mesa mudslide COLLBRAN – Gov. John Hickenlooper has toured the mudslide in Mesa County near Collbran where…

May 31, 2014

Local News

Dayplanner Sunday

Meetings and Events Durango Flea Market, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. Knights of Columbus/St. Columba…

May 31, 2014

Local News

Local Briefs

Donations of air miles sought for local Donations of air miles are sought for Carol who works at South City…

May 31, 2014

Local News

With mental illnesses, help is hard to find

Some people end up waiting months to see psychiatrist

May 31, 2014

Local News

The cost of being poor

Many Durangoans face added charges for being poor

May 31, 2014

Local News

Drunken driving, no valid license

Drivers busted across Colorado

May 31, 2014

Local News

ERs become psychiatric units

Growing demand for intensive mental-health treatment in the state and a decline in the supply of psychiatric beds have put…

May 31, 2014

Local News

CrimeStoppers Golf Tournament

Nineteen teams of four golfers each took part in the 17th annual CrimeStoppers Golf Tournament on Saturday morning at Hillcrest…

May 31, 2014

Local News

Ex-Montezuma undersheriff gets 30 jail days

Judge expresses disgust over lack of restitution

May 31, 2014

Local News

The Blotter

Durango Police Friday 1:46 a.m. Someone reported loud thumping noises, possibly a drum, and gravel being moved in the backyard…

May 31, 2014

Regional News

Homeless man was shot in the back

ALBUQUERQUE – A homeless camper killed by Albuquerque police – in a shooting that sparked a violent protest and a…

May 31, 2014

Nation & World

Here’s an inside look at how Chinese dissent is handled

Tiananmen Square anniversary soon

May 31, 2014

Nation & World

Anti-women violence seen across the world

Human Rights Watch says men, boys need to help with problem

May 31, 2014

Nation & World

India arrests 3rd suspect in gang rape of 2 teens

Government makes payments to hurt families in cases

May 31, 2014

Nation & World

New pollution rules may be on the way

Obama to make his pitch for them

May 31, 2014