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Debuting film features Hopi man who traced his DNA back to Chaco Canyon

‘Room 33’ premieres at Fort Lewis College on Wednesday

DATE: May 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Farmers Market kicks off 2025 season

New programs for vendors, customers in the works

DATE: May 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Tourism forecast shows nationwide slump, but Durango experts remain optimistic

Looking ahead to summer, local businesses project a minimal decline in customers

DATE: May 10, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cyclist dies after collision with loose dog on river trail in Durango

Police, animal control seek to address leash law violations

DATE: May 9, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Investigation finds no foul play in Cortez restaurant fire

Employees were reportedly on a break when blaze ignited

DATE: May 8, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Voters opt for change in Fort Lewis Mesa fire board election

Board chair unseated; three newcomers vow to raise standards

DATE: May 8, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Southern Ute Indian Tribe criticizes company over gasoline spill response

A pipeline south of Durango burst in December, spilling 23,000 gallons of fuel

DATE: May 8, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: 50 states in 50 days tour brings man through Durango

DATE: May 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Two incumbents, one newcomer win election to Durango fire board

Samantha Gallagher and Tina McCallum were reelected; David Stokes will serve his first term

DATE: May 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Should CPW reimburse labor costs associated with wolf depredation?

Jackson County rancher sought $435 for his time treating injured cow

DATE: May 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man sentenced for shooting Farmington police officer

Elias Buck to serve 10 years in N.M. state prison, on top of federal sentence

DATE: May 7, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango bus driver describes the ‘good, bad and different’ he’s seen on the road

Working in transit offers a unique perspective on the city

DATE: May 7, 2025 | 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.

A solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a d...

Photos: IHBC Subaru Mountain Bike RaceCobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Cobe Freeburn, Sofia Waite were victorious on Sunday

Sidney Andrew easily won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic women’s pro road race

Photos: IHBC men’s pro road raceCobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Cobe Freeburn won Iron Horse Bicycle Classic men’s pro road race on Saturday

Photos: IHBC citizens rideIron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic citizens ride takes off to Silverton

Photos: DHS graduationDurango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening

Durango High School graduated 366 seniors on Friday evening