Regional News - The Durango Herald

Colorado Supreme Court says voters already paved way for school districts to raise taxes

Voters in 174 districts have agreed to ignore spending caps set by Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights

DATE: May 24, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado Dems focus on jobs, housing and infrastructure with $3.8B in federal aid

Majority of money – $2 billion – will be allocated before June 12

DATE: May 24, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Embracing death: End-of-life doulas growing in popularity

Ashley Scott wants people to feel safe, comfortable

DATE: May 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Weekly planner for May 24-28

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: May 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Denver police officer resigns after gun used in homicide

DENVER – A police sergeant in Denver has resigned nearly a year after his longtime friend used the officer’s personal gun in a fatal shooting. The Denver Post reports that Sgt. Dan Po...

DATE: May 22, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado far from meeting emissions reduction goals, report says

Law mandates reduction in greenhouse gases

DATE: May 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

Durango Police Department Thursday 9:02 a.m. Scaffolding equipment was stolen in the 600 block of East Sixth Avenue. 10:32 a.m. Locks were cut in the 10 block of Carol Drive. ...

DATE: May 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado public land managers turn to enforcement to deal with a crush of long-term campers

Forest Service and local officials struggle to protect natural resources from a growing wave of backcountry campers and explorers this summer

DATE: May 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Former officers prosecuted in rough arrest out on bond

LOVELAND – Two former police officers facing criminal charges over the rough arrest of a woman with dementia last year turned themselves into authorities on Thursday and were released later ...

DATE: May 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Vanlife booms as housing costs climb, remote work catches on

Dozens of Colorado companies report brisk sales

DATE: May 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Colorado deputy in stable condition after shooting; suspect dead

LIMON – A sheriff’s deputy was in serious but stable condition Thursday after being hit by a “hail of gunfire” while trying to stop merchandise from being stolen from a truck parked along th...

DATE: May 20, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional News

The Blotter

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday 11:21 p.m. Illegal dumping was reported in the area of County Road 125. 5:40 p.m. A man threatened his girlfriend and another person ...

DATE: May 20, 2021 | CATEGORY: Regional 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...