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In Ouray, a world-famous festival draws thousands to climb chandeliers of ice

This year’s event drew about 2,000 attendees

DATE: Jan 26, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Woman arrested after boy dies in Denver-area apartment fire

AURORA – A woman was arrested Monday on murder and arson charges after a fire swept through a three-story apartment building in suburban Denver, killing a 5-year-old boy and displacing more ...

DATE: Jan 26, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Could liquor stores be a solution to Colorado’s food deserts?

Senate Bill 33 would allow patrons to pick up both brandy and broccoli, whiskey and watermelon, and scotch and salmon

DATE: Jan 26, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

As snowmaking becomes more common, some question the use of energy and water

Ski resorts have invested millions in more efficient snow guns DENVER – The sight can be jarring during extreme drought: snowmaking guns lined up on a mountainside, blasting precious crystal...

DATE: Jan 25, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Tuesday 12:52 p.m. An intoxicated man refused to leave a residence in the east 800 block of Seventh Street. Monday 9:57 a.m. Someone reported a man banging ...

DATE: Jan 25, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Does Colorado need a new way to count ‘at-risk students’ amid funding overhaul?

Looking at those signed up for free or reduced-price lunches may not be capturing the reality

DATE: Jan 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Sunday 2:32 p.m. A man reportedly shoplifted on Dominguez Drive. 7:10 p.m. A shed was reportedly on fire near Elmore’s Corner. Saturday 9:34 a.m...

DATE: Jan 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Elbert County clerk ordered to disclose information about alleged election system hard drive copy

Colorado secretary of state says actions represent ‘a potential breach of security protocols’

DATE: Jan 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

When gas wells are sold to small companies, can new owners afford the cleanup costs?

Some fear the transfer of wells to smaller operators increases the risk they will be orphaned

DATE: Jan 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

2nd Colorado clerk accused of election security breach

DENVER – Colorado's Democratic Secretary of State on Monday ordered a Republican county clerk who has echoed former President Donald Trump's demands for “audits” of elections to return a cop...

DATE: Jan 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Anticipating a ‘post-Roe world,’ Democrats plan reproductive rights bill

Long-shot Republican bills would ban abortion in Colorado

DATE: Jan 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

An attempt to ban mountain lion hunting thrills animal activists, troubles hunters

In last decade, Colorado hunters have killed an average of 469 cougars per year

DATE: Jan 23, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Photos: Durango High School football takes on Piedra Vista High SchoolDemons’ defense dominates in 17-0 victory on Friday night

Demons’ defense dominates in 17-0 victory on Friday night

Skyhawks beat Lubbock Christian 2-1 in season opener on Thursday

Photos: Four Corners Motorcycle RallyLots of motorcycles and tattoos were on display on Saturday

Lots of motorcycles and tattoos were on display on Saturday

Photos: Four Corners Motorcycle Rally Rodeo

Photos: Durango High School football opens its seasonDemons lost 35-14 to Montrose at home on Friday night

Demons lost 35-14 to Montrose at home on Friday night

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