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After 25 years at Durango High, school resource officer Leonard Martinez retires

‘It’s been probably one of the most rewarding jobs you could have as a police officer,’ he said

DATE: May 29, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

See who rode in the 2025 Iron Horse Bicycle Classic ‘Citizen Tour’

James Abbey, Durango Robert Abercrombie, Durango Seth Ableidinger, Highlands Ranch Joseph Abruzzo, La Grange Park IL Taylor Adams, Cottonwood Heights UT Mark Adams, Englewood Stephanie Adams...

DATE: May 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

See who rode in the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic ‘Road Race’

Ricardo Abad, Ruidoso NM Talal Abdun, Boulder Audra Adair, Flagstaff AZ Bart Adams, Park City UT Henry Adams, Durango Lauren Aggeler, Durango Ross Agre, Durango Gillian Agre, Durango Chris A...

DATE: May 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

If it’s OK to have a red kangaroo, what other unusual animals can we own in Colorado?

How far out can you really go, when it comes to owning a pet in this state?

DATE: May 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

When will Durango airport hit threshold for an air traffic control tower?

Private and commercial pilots use an open radio frequency to communicate their positions

DATE: May 28, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango asks residents to be conservative with water use amid drought conditions

City, commercial entities the first to limit consumption during supply issues

DATE: May 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photo: Beautifying downtown Durango

DATE: May 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

After hearing from business community, Durango City Council to meet with advocates for raising minimum wage

Study session on topic planned for July

DATE: May 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Polis appoints FLC trustees with roots in tribal advocacy, education policy

Governor also reappoints Julia Duvall and Mary Rubadeau

DATE: May 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

KSUT, Colorado Public Radio, NPR sue Trump over funding cuts, restrictions

‘This is not about politics – it is about principle,’ says joint statement

DATE: May 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Don’t just trust him – ‘here's the result,’ new LPEA CEO says

Chris Hansen has been on the job six months. He plans to show his skeptics continued victories

DATE: May 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fallen service members from recent, past wars remembered in Durango

Memorial Day ceremonies include traditions, Colorado Air National Guard flyover

DATE: May 26, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Elkhorn Fire on Sunday

Photos: Animus on the AnimasBoxing in Durango took place on beautiful summer day on July 5

Boxing in Durango took place on beautiful summer day on July 5

Photos: Archers take aimPurgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Purgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

Photos: A rockin’ good timeThe 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

The 71st annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show

Photos: Durango gets ‘Wet and Wild’

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...