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Water flowing again through Cascade flume, operating at reduced capacity

Permanent fix expected to take roughly two years

January 7, 2026

Google and chatbot maker Character to settle lawsuit alleging chatbot pushed teen to suicide

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Google and artificial intelligence chatbot maker Character Technologies have agreed to settle a lawsuit from a…

January 7, 2026

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Durango to get new ‘nature-based’ hotel

Rebranded 47-room lodge aims to draw outdoor adventurers

January 7, 2026

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3 arrested in burglary of Browns QB Shedeur Sanders’ home, but 1 suspect remains at large

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders speaks at a news conference after an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday,…

January 7, 2026

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Matt Weston wins men’s World Cup skeleton race by largest margin in 14 years

FILE – Matt Weston of Great Britain celebrates after winning the men's skeleton at the Skeleton World Cup race in…

January 7, 2026

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Rescuers use drone technology to find dog that escaped along New Jersey Turnpike

This photo shows Abbie, a 9-year-old golden retriever mix, Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, in West Columbia, S.C. (Katy Cowan/Final Victory…

January 7, 2026

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Cold plunging: A cool way to help physical, mental health

Practice has gained in popularity, but proves to be more than hype for diehards

January 7, 2026

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Warner Bros rejects Paramount takeover again and tells shareholders to stick with Netflix bid

The Paramount Pictures water tower is seen in Los Angeles, Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, with the Hollywood sign in the…

January 7, 2026

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Crowd lines Main Street for Indivisible rally in Cortez

More than 175 people attended protest focused on Jan. 6

January 7, 2026

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Photos: Christmas trees meet the wood chipper

Brent Interpreter, left, and James Perotti, both with Durango Parks and Recreation forestry division, feed Christmas trees into the mulcher…

January 6, 2026

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Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan, dies at 80

FILE – Michael Reagan, the son of former President Ronald Reagan, introduces Republican presidential candidate, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich…

January 6, 2026

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It’s about adapting: business and economy focus of forum at Fort Lewis College

Southwest Economic Outlook spurred discussions on cost of living, stagnant wages and artificial intelligence

January 6, 2026

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‘No more unfunded mandates,’ Southwest Colorado commissioners say

County officials emphasize cost burdens new legislation places on local governments

January 6, 2026

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Sen. Michael Bennet reflects on year in Congress

Pushing back against President Trump has been big battle

January 6, 2026

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Mesa Verde Pellets launches eco-friendly aspen-based cat litter

The pellets are reportedly safer than pine for animals

January 6, 2026

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Chimney Rock designated an international dark sky park

Located in the southern edge of the San Juan Forest, it offers some of the darkest skies in the region

January 6, 2026

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Plea hearing scheduled for former La Plata County Jail commander

Outcome could result in trial or plea deal

January 6, 2026

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After years of planning, Nuchu Market opens in Towaoc

New grocery aims to address food access, affordability and local sourcing

January 6, 2026

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Texas real estate firm purchases Confluence at Three Springs apartments

Second acquisition in Durango by Olympus Property

January 5, 2026

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Durango’s Immigration Task Force begins to take shape

Community commission to deliver findings in six months

January 5, 2026

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Snow returns to Southwest Colorado

Mountains could see several inches; dry, warm weather to follow

January 5, 2026

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Community remembers influential Bayfield couple who died in house fire

Couple who lived off-grid leave legacy of humanitarianism, community-building in La Plata County

January 5, 2026

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Swiss police identify all 116 people injured in deadly New Year’s bar fire

People gather during a memorial procession in Crans-Montana, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, after a devastating fire in…

January 5, 2026

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What to watch in 2026 for La Plata County

Elections, court trials, fights for social justice and ambitious redevelopments to shape the year

January 5, 2026