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Police: Fort Lewis College student admits to campus arsons

Suspect faces multiple charges related to March 10 blazes

DATE: Mar 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bayfield school district, Pine River Library to host ‘poetry slam’

Residents and students invited to showcase their talents April 4

DATE: Mar 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

‘Compassion Center’ grows, meeting needs of Durango’s houseless

Community Compassion Outreach among several nonprofits trying to fill gaps in the care continuum

DATE: Mar 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Aquatics supervisor, Durango rec center team lauded for saving man who was suffering cardiac arrest

Chances of survival in such scenarios are, ‘quite frankly, dismal,’ EMS chief says

DATE: Mar 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

National Weather Service says more snow to come, but none will stick

Durango has received about half an inch of snow since Wednesday

DATE: Mar 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Republicans nominate one candidate for commissioner

No GOP candidates will appear in second commissioner race, other county races

DATE: Mar 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

The Blotter, March 6-11

March 11 11:56 a.m. A person who allegedly using an illegal substance at the Marathon Tempo Mini mart, 20800 U.S. Highway 160 West, was arrested for having an open container. 4:54 p....

DATE: Mar 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Christian Champagne recounts triumphs before moving to next role

Outgoing district attorney said biggest wins were justice for victims of egregious crimes

DATE: Mar 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

First Superfund site on Navajo Nation to address uranium mining pollution

Residents in Arizona community have suffered impacts of radiation exposure for decades

DATE: Mar 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Sean Murray takes oath

Sean Murray is the 6th Judicial District’s new district attorney

DATE: Mar 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County remembers women who left significant marks on the area

Amanda Cotton, Annette Aspaas among those honored during Women’s History Month

DATE: Mar 15, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Sean Murray named new District Attorney for 6th Judicial District

Gov. Jared Polis says Southwest Colorado has the right man at the helm

DATE: Mar 14, 2024 | 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