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EPA blames Utah for Colorado ozone pollution

Federal agency won’t approve Utah’s clean air plans until they stop violating “good neighbor” rules

DATE: Mar 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado bill would ban sale, transfer of assault weapons

Two Colorado lawmakers introduced a long-awaited bill that would ban the sale and transfer of assault weapons in the state. House Bill 23-1230 is sponsored by Rep. Elisabeth Epps of Denver a...

DATE: Mar 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Tuesday 6:46 a.m. A two-car T-bone crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 160 and Camino del Rio resulted in an arrest. Monday 11:47 a.m. A request for a...

DATE: Mar 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Kamala Harris discusses water conservation, climate change during stop in Arvada

Vice president was joined by U.S. Rep. Brittany Pettersen and climber Sasha DiGiulian

DATE: Mar 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

U.S. agriculture secretary unveils initiatives for small, mid-sized operations

New developments mark progress in Biden’s approach to changing food system, Vilsack says

DATE: Mar 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

More than 80% of local governments have opted out of Colorado’s new paid family, medical leave

Many said they have similar or better programs in place for their workers

DATE: Mar 7, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Sunday 1:19 a.m. A person driving a white Jeep in the 1100 block of Main Avenue was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. 1:27 a.m. A woman ...

DATE: Mar 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Rep. Lauren Boebert opens the door to earmarks after calling them ‘wasteful’ in previous years

Previously, all three Colorado Republicans eschewed the use of earmarks, even as the majority of their GOP colleagues used the process

DATE: Mar 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Election-denying former Colorado clerk guilty of obstruction

GRAND JUNCTION – A former Colorado clerk who has become a hero to election conspiracy theorists was convicted Friday of a misdemeanor obstruction charge for trying to prevent authorities fro...

DATE: Mar 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado lawmakers seek suspension of Utah oil train project

Sen. Bennet and Rep. Neguse cite East Palestine derailment in calling for further review of Uinta Basin Railway Project

DATE: Mar 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

How to live next to radioactive waste

Aging activists have been fighting for the cleanup of the Cotter Uranium Mill Superfund site for decades

DATE: Mar 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Exxon drops algae research, but Colorado labs press on in hunt for green fuel

Labs the petroleum giant funded still see potential in algae as a biofuel

DATE: Mar 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Photos: DHS girls soccer advancesDemons defeat Riverdale Ridge 1-0 in the second round of playoffs

Demons defeat Riverdale Ridge 1-0 in the second round of playoffs

About a dozen cutbow trout thrown from a Colorado Parks and Wildlife truck

Durango High School baseball defeats Montrose 8-4 on Saturday

Photos: Senior day for Durango High School boys lacrosseDHS boys lacrosse defeats Montrose High School 17-7

DHS boys lacrosse defeats Montrose High School 17-7

Photos/video: Galloping alongThe Rio Grande Southern Galloping Goose No.5

The Rio Grande Southern Galloping Goose No.5

Photos: It’s all about sportsmanship at annual Bowker Games

Play ball: Demons in action at homeDurango High School baseball wins over Montezuma-Cortez on Tuesday

Durango High School baseball wins over Montezuma-Cortez on Tuesday

Photos: Hands Off! RallyAbout 1,000 people participate on Saturday in the Hands Off! Rally in Durango

About 1,000 people participate on Saturday in the Hands Off! Rally in Durango

Photos: Hadestown Durango High School Troupe 1096 rehearse Hadestown Teen Edition

Durango High School Troupe 1096 rehearse Hadestown Teen Edition

DHS lost to Grand Junction High School 10-4 on Friday afternoon