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Hesperus man found dead from gunshot wound in southwest La Plata County

Investigators say no foul play suspected

DATE: Jan 3, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango City Council votes to reprimand Councilor Bosmans

Elected official continues calls for more transparency

DATE: Jan 3, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango police chief to be promoted to assistant city manager

City to conduct nationwide search for new police department leader

DATE: Jan 3, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Don’t fence me in: CPW officials warn of wildlife conflicts

Deer can get stuck in fences, leading to fatal outcomes

DATE: Jan 3, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

News to look out for in 2024

Southwest Colorado topics of interest include affordable housing, multiple murder trials and county government elections

DATE: Jan 3, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fort Lewis College to cover student tuition for families with yearly income under $70K

Institution looks to increase access to higher education through a combination of funding sources

DATE: Jan 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man arrested after nine-hour standoff with law enforcement

Man accused of domestic violence; Residents in Haviland Lake area were told to shelter in place

DATE: Jan 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Purgatory Resort to host match in first leg of annual snowboarding competition

Results to premiere on Red Bull TV in late February

DATE: Jan 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Public Health established

The department is set to open Jan. 8

DATE: Jan 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Farmington Polar Bear Plunge raises funds for search and rescue team

Hundreds gather at Lake Farmington for New Year’s event

DATE: Jan 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ore House restaurant in Durango catches fire

Blaze causes extensive damage to kitchen area

DATE: Jan 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man sentenced for meth, fentanyl distribution

William Hunt Hardaway also sold firearms, according to federal court records

DATE: Jan 1, 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