Firearms - The Durango Herald

Some 9-R parents support student walkout to protest gun violence

‘Just because you lock a door doesn’t mean it’s safe’

DATE: Mar 11, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango moms gun group discusses safety in wake of Parkland shooting

Interest in group increases after recent tragedy in Florida

DATE: Feb 28, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango school superintendent discourages student walkout over gun violence

Movement on social media calls for nationwide event March 14

DATE: Feb 28, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado delegation mostly mum on gun control in wake of school shooting

Cory Gardner and Scott Tipton receive campaign funding from NRA

DATE: Feb 16, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

U.S. rate for gun deaths up for second straight year

NEW YORK — The U.S. rate for gun deaths has increased for the second straight year, following 15 years of no real change, a government report shows. Roughly two-thirds of gun deat...

DATE: Nov 3, 2017 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

NRA offering: ‘Murder insurance’ or protection in self-defense cases?

ATLANTA – The National Rifle Association is offering insurance for people who shoot someone, stirring criticism from gun-control advocates who say it could foster more violence and give gun ...

DATE: Oct 19, 2017 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

White House, NRA, Congress agree on regulating bump stocks

WASHINGTON – The National Rifle Association announced its support Thursday for regulating “bump stocks,” devices that can effectively convert semi-automatic rifles into fully automated weapo...

DATE: Oct 5, 2017 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Some Republicans open to banning ‘bump stocks’ used in Vegas

WASHINGTON – Senior congressional Republicans said Wednesday they are open to considering legislation banning “bump stocks” like the shooter in Las Vegas apparently used to effectively conve...

DATE: Oct 4, 2017 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Loaded firearm found at Durango-La Plata County Airport security checkpoint

This is third firearm found this year, TSA says

DATE: Aug 22, 2017 | CATEGORY: Pine River Times news

Loaded firearm not checked at Durango-La Plata County Airport

This is third firearm found at airport this year, TSA says

DATE: Aug 22, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man who misfired rifle gets probation reprieve

Suspect shot into house, raised gun at police officer

DATE: Apr 27, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man found dead from gunshot in Durango West II

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office is investigating

DATE: Mar 12, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

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.