Regional News - The Durango Herald

Colorado GOP representatives hold split opinions on the Biden impeachment inquiry

WASHINGTON – House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) announced on Tuesday that he will direct House Republicans to move forward with a formal inquiry into impeaching President Joe Biden. “Ho...

DATE: Sep 12, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Abortion numbers rise sharply in Colorado, driven by out-of-state patients

In a trend that appears to only be accelerating, nearly 30% of abortions in Colorado last year were for patients who crossed state lines. That figure about doubled from 2021. That’s accordin...

DATE: Sep 12, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Group opposing Proposition HH, the property tax relief plan on the November ballot, has deep pockets

No on HH accounts for most of the $1.2 million raised by four committees opposing the property tax relief plan, while Property Tax Relief Now is the only committee supporting the measure. Both are funded by dark-money nonprofits.

DATE: Sep 12, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Monday 2:20 a.m. A person at Schneider Park, 950 Roosa Ave., was arrested on suspicion of trespassing. 3:47 a.m. A person in the 21900 block of U.S. Highway...

DATE: Sep 11, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

A statewide cap on property taxes could be on next year’s ballot

Colorado voters could face another property tax question next year. Supporters say this one offers a simple, statewide remedy for property owners, but opponents argue it would come with a ho...

DATE: Sep 11, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

It’s leaf-peeping season: Here’s where to find fall colors in Colorado

Fall colors are just around the corner in Colorado. But the change and peak colors may feel somewhat delayed this season compared to recent years. While the state struggled with harsh drough...

DATE: Sep 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Friday 12:12 a.m. A person in Schneider Park, 950 Roosa Ave., was arrested on suspicion of trespassing. 12:33 a.m. A person in the 900 block of Camino del R...

DATE: Sep 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Weekly planner for Sept. 11-15

Information and agendas about local meetings: City of Durango: www.durangogov.org or call 375-5000. La Plata County: www.co.laplata.co.us or call 382-6210. Town of Bayfield...

DATE: Sep 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Wednesday 3:53 a.m. A man in the parking lot of Holiday Inn, 21636 U.S. Highway 160 W., was arrested on suspicion of trespassing. Tuesday 11:16 a.m. A pers...

DATE: Sep 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Lawsuit seeks to block Trump from appearing on Colorado’s 2024 ballot

The suit was filed by the Washington, D.C.-based Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics. It alleges the former president’s ties to the Jan. 6 riot disqualify him for running for president again.

DATE: Sep 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Fort Lewis College suddenly pulls plug on rare skiing injury database

Ski resort managers rarely discuss injuries and limited injury data is shared only through industry-supported researchers

DATE: Sep 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Monday 8:52 a.m. A person near the intersection of South Camino del Rio and River Road was arrested on suspicion of menacing. 2:56 p.m. A woman at City Mark...

DATE: Sep 5, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News