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Man robs Downtown Smoke Shop in Durango, still at large

An unidentified man suspected of holding up the Downtown Smoke Shop in Durango Saturday afternoon remains at large. Durango Police responded to a reported armed robbery at about ...

DATE: Jun 25, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Jury unable to decide on sexual assault charge in retrial

Nakai guilty of negligent homicide in retrial of ’07 case

DATE: Jun 24, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Primary turnout at 20 percent in La Plata County

Voters can drop off ballots or vote in-person only through Tuesday

DATE: Jun 23, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

New library program offers free visits to state parks

Patrons can check out a park explorer’s backpack

DATE: Jun 22, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Changes proposed for draft barking dog ordinance in La Plata County

Officials will continue reworking draft

DATE: Jun 21, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

No spike in teen marijuana use after legalization

DENVER – Teen marijuana use has not increased since the state legalized the drug, according to state health officials. But anti-marijuana groups remain concerned that the normaliz...

DATE: Jun 20, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Service set for WWII veteran Anthony Ferdinando

Man remembered for civic acts, including courthouse clock repair

DATE: Jun 19, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sunrise celebrations planned for summer solstice in S.W. Colorado

Local events to recognize cultural importance of solstice

DATE: Jun 18, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Heat wave expected this weekend in Southwest Colorado

Durango may see record highs this weekend

DATE: Jun 17, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Puppy ‘rescuer’ said things ‘turned bad’ despite good intentions

Owner says dog in vehicle just 6 minutes before calls to authorities

DATE: Jun 16, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Summit explores solutions to Colorado homelessness

Some providers drop sobriety and time limits

DATE: Jun 15, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Marijuana shops could have extended hours

Medical marijuana permit testing delays pose hurdle

DATE: Jun 14, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: DHS girls soccer advancesDemons defeat Riverdale Ridge 1-0 in the second round of playoffs

Demons defeat Riverdale Ridge 1-0 in the second round of playoffs

About a dozen cutbow trout thrown from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife truck

Durango High School baseball defeats Montrose 8-4 on Saturday

Photos: Senior day for Durango High School boys lacrosseDHS boys lacrosse defeats Montrose High School 17-7

DHS boys lacrosse defeats Montrose High School 17-7

Photos/video: Galloping alongThe Rio Grande Southern Galloping Goose No.5

The Rio Grande Southern Galloping Goose No.5

Photos: It’s all about sportsmanship at annual Bowker Games

Play ball: Demons in action at homeDurango High School baseball wins over Montezuma-Cortez on Tuesday

Durango High School baseball wins over Montezuma-Cortez on Tuesday

Photos: Hands Off! RallyAbout 1,000 people participate on Saturday in the Hands Off! Rally in Durango

About 1,000 people participate on Saturday in the Hands Off! Rally in Durango

Photos: Hadestown Durango High School Troupe 1096 rehearse Hadestown Teen Edition

Durango High School Troupe 1096 rehearse Hadestown Teen Edition

DHS lost to Grand Junction High School 10-4 on Friday afternoon