News

Colorado Department of Education Teacher of the Year nominations now open

Students, others urged to nominate K-12 instructors who are ‘exceptionally dedicated, knowledgeable and skilled’

February 27, 2026

UPDATED Survey: What is your experience with home insurance and wildfires?

The Bureau of Land Management conducts a prescribed burn on Tuesday in the Grandview area northwest of Mercy Hospital. The…

February 27, 2026

Local News

Joint city hall and police station project featured at Engage Durango forum

More updates to be provided through spring

February 27, 2026

New Mexico

Gary King campaigned on prosecuting child sex offenders – while courting Epstein

King told media he did not remember meeting Epstein, but records show otherwise

February 27, 2026

New Mexico

Judge dismisses challenge to Republican campaign for New Mexico governor

A pair of lawsuits say Duke Rodriguez should not be allowed on the June primary ballot

February 27, 2026

Nation & World

What to watch as the midterms begin with Tuesday’s primaries

Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, attends a news conference with Republicans on Jan. 4, 2023, on Capital Hill in Wahington. (Jacquelyn…

February 27, 2026

Nation & World

Deadly shooting in Cuban waters highlights obsessions with counter-revolution as U.S. pressure mounts

A ferry crosses Havana Bay past the Nico Lopez oil refinery where a Cuban tanker is anchored in Havana, Cuba,…

February 27, 2026

Local News

Despite new transparency law, junk fees persist in La Plata County

‘It's not easy to run a business these days,’ business leader says

February 27, 2026

Local News

Rep. Jeff Hurd avoids subject of losing Trump’s endorsement

President throws support behind challenger, upset by congressman’s tariff vote

February 27, 2026

Local News

La Plata County commissioners acknowledge open meetings law violation

Opinion column drafted without required public notice

February 26, 2026

Local News

Photo: Future looks bright for child care

The Tri-County Head Start Durango north building has taken shape at 1917 East Third Avenue as construction continues on Thursday…

February 26, 2026

Local News

Winter plagued by ‘freakishly bad’ atmospheric pattern, meteorologists say

Major snowfall quickly followed by 60-degree temperatures

February 26, 2026

Local News

Durango police chief, Flock critic testify on opposite sides of Colorado Senate bill

Measure would require warrants for database searches after 72 hours of incident

February 26, 2026

Local News

Durango School District board appoints former teacher to fill vacant seat

Four candidates interviewed during selection process

February 26, 2026

Local News

Animas High selects Durango educator as next head of school

Dreher Robertson has led Colorado Timberline Academy since 2024

February 26, 2026

Local News

What does the Supreme Court tariff ruling mean for La Plata County small businesses?

Market uncertainty complicates operations, local owners say

February 26, 2026

New Mexico

Farmington woman accused of having sex with teen

Emily Lefever, 37, of Farmington, has been charged with having sex with a 15-year-old boy.cca New Mexico’s legal age of…

February 25, 2026

New Mexico

Farmington man, 61, suspected of bludgeoning his mother

Police arrest Brian Stover on aggravated battery charge

February 25, 2026

Local News

Durango City Council tests new technology to make meetings run smoother

Members cast votes on screens, and an automated voice reads them aloud

February 25, 2026

Local News

La Plata County man arrested on suspicion of stealing more than $17,000 from 86-year-old mother

Law enforcement allege fraudulent checks, debit card transactions

February 25, 2026

News

Read the complete transcript of Trump’s 2026 State of the Union

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, delivered on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, as transcribed by…

February 25, 2026

Local News

Maria’s Bookshop files lawsuit against city of Durango over police warrant

Store argues compliance, without proper hearing, would have ‘chilling effect’ on free speech

February 24, 2026

Local News

Rep. Suckla’s legal notices bill triggers opposition from Colorado Press Association

Association backs one proposed amendment, raises concern over another

February 24, 2026

Local News

Photos: Tree trimming and making way for power lines

Tom Palmer with Woodchuck Tree Service trims a tree Tuesday along County Road 203. (Shane Benjamin/Durango Herald)cca La Plata Electric…

February 24, 2026