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Durango’s chief of police calls for greater legal tools to address fentanyl

Colorado legislation would increase penalties, but some say that won’t prevent overdose deaths

DATE: Apr 19, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Art contests brighten walls, engage inmates at La Plata County Jail

‘It's amazing what they can do with just a pen or colored pencils’

DATE: Mar 21, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Government projects confront rising costs, mounting delays

County and city face challenges from inflation and labor and supply chain disruptions

DATE: Mar 16, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

What is La Plata County Jail doing to prevent more escapes?

Sheriff’s Office says tougher protocols, a new fence and an updated surveillance system will help

DATE: Jan 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rep. Lauren Boebert pays tribute to former Sheriff Duke Schirard

Congresswoman gives flag and copy of speech to his ex-wife

DATE: Jan 21, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango fugitive suspected of shooting Farmington officer is arrested in Phoenix

Elias Buck spent 19 days on the run after escaping from the La Plata County Jail

DATE: Jan 14, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Following escapes, La Plata County budgets $440,000 to improve jail fence

No time frame given for when it will be installed

DATE: Jan 14, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

A good time to be a cop? Trainer says positive reforms are underway

10 cadets graduate from Southwest Regional Law Enforcement Academy

DATE: Dec 31, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Longest-serving La Plata County sheriff dies at 80

Friends and family remember law enforcement career of Sydney ‘Duke’ Schirard

DATE: Dec 20, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County’s plan for managed homeless camp divides Durango residents

Those who live near proposed location oppose the project, but others say it will help tackle homelessness

DATE: Dec 14, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Law enforcement in Durango, La Plata County below recommended staffing levels

Police and Sheriff’s Office weigh in on recruitment issues

DATE: Nov 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dylan’s mother says she never gave up fighting for justice

Family, friends celebrate guilty verdict outside courthouse

DATE: Jul 16, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

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