Local News - The Durango Herald

Tesla closer to coming to Durango after city OKs service contract with electric vehicle manufacturer

Eight supercharging stations would be installed at Transit Center

DATE: Dec 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Los Pinos faces familiar allegations of discrimination in lawsuit

Firefighter sought protection from a violent co-worker, was later fired; now seeks $75,000 damages

DATE: Dec 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

The San Juan Angler is now locally owned

New owner says he’s determined to draw more people to fly fishing

DATE: Dec 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Business

Cortez police officer returned fire during fatal traffic stop

Colorado Bureau of Investigation said suspect fired shots ‘almost immediately’

DATE: Dec 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man who fired gunshots in neighborhood gets probation

Samuel Navarro said he had a psychological break

DATE: Dec 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Search and Rescue finds community support

The organization brought in over $14,500 in donations on Colorado Gives Day

DATE: Dec 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Zoning changes would push Durango developers toward building more affordable housing

City Fair Share policy proposals include extension to rentals, higher fees in lieu and reduced parking requirements, among others

DATE: Dec 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Some Durango businesses laud reimagining of downtown, while others dread the pains of construction

Downtown’s Next Step project welcomed by some, shunned by others

DATE: Dec 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photo: Manna lends a helping hand

Manna soup kitchen gives away items for winter

DATE: Dec 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

‘Swat’ call sends Durango High School into ‘secure’ mode

Doors were locked while law enforcement investigated

DATE: Dec 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Tri-State announces early closures of coal plants

La Plata Electric pushes back, saying it should decide its own future

DATE: Dec 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango recruits its first Poet Laureate

Distinguished poet Esther Belin published two poetry books through University of Arizona Press and won American Book Award

DATE: Dec 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: La Plata County Fair on Friday

Photos: La Plata County Fair in full swing Thursday

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