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Jose Altuve’s dash lifts Justin Verlander, Astros past Yankees in Game 1 of ALCS

HOUSTON — Jose Altuve raced home on Carlos Correa’s double in the ninth inning, Justin Verlander struck out 13 in a complete game and the Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 2-1 Saturda...

DATE: Oct 14, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

Rested Dodgers welcome weary Cubs in compelling NLCS rematch

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers are tanned, rested and ready. They won 104 games this season and swept their first playoff matchup, giving them four days off in the Southern California...

DATE: Oct 13, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

Keuchel, Astros take Game 1 of ALCS against Yankees

Yankees lose 6th consecutive ALCS game

DATE: Oct 13, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

Cubs come back on Scherzer, top Nationals in NLDS Game 5

WASHINGTON – The Chicago Cubs win whenever they need to, with whatever it takes, even a seven-out save by Wade Davis to preserve a shrinking lead and a “Did that really happen?” four-run inn...

DATE: Oct 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

Dallas Keuchel looks to continue success against Yankees in ALCS

HOUSTON – Dallas Keuchel is tired of talking about his success against the New York Yankees. It didn’t matter on Thursday, though. It was an unavoidable subject for Houston’s ace ...

DATE: Oct 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

Stephen Strasburg, Nationals beat Cubs force NLDS to Game 5

CHICAGO – Stephen Strasburg gave Washington everything he had, and it was more than enough. So much for all those questions about heart and character. Strasburg shook o...

DATE: Oct 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

NLDS Game 4 of Nationals-Cubs rained out, set to play Wednesday

CHICAGO – Game 4 of the NL Division Series was washed away by rain on Tuesday, postponing Jake Arrieta’s return for the Chicago Cubs and leading to a decision by Washington Nationals manager...

DATE: Oct 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

High-5: Yankees, Indians set for decisive ALDS finale

CLEVELAND – There were no noticeable signs of panic or pressure. Now is not the time to show any weakness. As the Cleveland Indians got ready for their biggest game this season, a...

DATE: Oct 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

Astros beat Red Sox 5-4 in Game 4, advance to ALCS

BOSTON – The Houston Astros poured back onto the field after advancing to their first AL Championship Series, posing for pictures with the Green Monster as a backdrop before a few players be...

DATE: Oct 9, 2017 | CATEGORY: Sports

Cubs rally past Max Scherzer, take 2-1 lead in NDLS

CHICAGO – Moments after his go-ahead hit, Anthony Rizzo walked across the infield at frenzied Wrigley Field and shouted “Respect me! Respect me!” A year after their historic champ...

DATE: Oct 9, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

Yankees saved by Judge, Tanaka and Bird home run against Indians in NLDS

NEW YORK — Masahiro Tanaka’s seven-inning gem was saved when Aaron Judge prevented a home run in right field, and Greg Bird homered to give the New York Yankees a 1-0 victory over the Clevel...

DATE: Oct 8, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

Red Sox beat Astros, avoid elimination in ALDS Game 3

BOSTON – Hanley Ramirez waved a “Believe in Boston” flag during pregame introductions, drawing cheers from a Fenway Park crowd fearful of a second consecutive postseason sweep. Th...

DATE: Oct 8, 2017 | CATEGORY: Professional Sports

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.