Steady rain is on its way. Here’s what to expect Forecasters say it’s not a catastrophic event, but flooding, debris and slick roads are possible through Saturday October 10, 2025
What to know about tomorrow’s Ute Mountain Ute general election Four seats are open: one chairman, one White Mesa representative and two Towaoc council members October 10, 2025
Gas leak at Cortez Middle School prompts evacuation Executive director applauds swift emergency response October 9, 2025
Using bear-deterring electric mats and fencing in Durango ‘common sense,’ residents say Season has been ‘crazy’ and ‘incredible’ for activity involving bears October 9, 2025
Police: Two women shot earlier this week have died; suspect remains on life-support Victim’s estranged husband suspected in double-homicide October 9, 2025
Update: Dry Canyon Fire holds at 22 acres as crews advance work Weekend storm could support suppression efforts on Dry Canyon Fire October 9, 2025
Farmington Police talk street racing, culture and dangers Second person charged in Sept. 26 incident in Smith’s parking lot October 9, 2025
Gazpacho Restaurant in Durango faces possible closure Hotel construction, unpaid tax bill to blame, co-owner says October 9, 2025
Free sandbags available in La Plata County ahead of storm Heavy rain could cause flooding in the Four Corners October 9, 2025
Utah greenlights uranium mine northeast of Monticello Canada-based Anfield Energy can begin construction on mine in San Juan County, Utah October 9, 2025
Heavy rain poised to hit Cortez, Four Corners this weekend Widespread, near-record rainfall expected – up to 2 inches in valleys, 3 in mountains October 8, 2025
Victims of Apache Mobile Home Park shooting identified Three adults remain in critical condition at Mercy Hospital October 8, 2025
Trump says he’s fulfilling his campaign promise on immigration crackdown. Tell us what you think so far Survey: Are you happy with president’s agenda, local representatives? October 8, 2025
Two suspects in Cortez slaying to appear in court in December One man dies in beating in Veterans Park; two others injured October 8, 2025
Southwest Memorial earns 5-star ratings for nurse communication, cleanliness Animas Surgical Hospital in Durango also makes list October 8, 2025
Western Slope farmers and ranchers still tallying the cost of summer wildfires Some of Mesa County rancher Janie VanWinkle's U.S. Forest Service grazing lands are only easily accessible by ATV or on… October 8, 2025
Dry Canyon Fire is at 22 acres Tuesday evening As of Tuesday evening, the fire is 0% contained October 8, 2025
Ex-Ute Mountain Ute leader Lyndreth Wall faces trial this month in sex-abuse case Wall, former tribal councilman and school board member, faces 20 felony charges October 8, 2025
From seed to table to story: Everybody Eats highlights the spirit of sharing Cortez Cultural Center’s monthlong fundraiser returns, celebrating local food October 7, 2025
Spontaneous business connections abound as West Slope Startup Week kicks off Wide range of keynotes, events and programming free to local business community members through Friday October 7, 2025
Fort Lewis College to lose $2.27 million in federal funding Trump administration plans to redirect money from Minority-Serving Institutions October 7, 2025
Lamp Post Creative Learning Center prepares for upcoming ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ performances The play will be held over the course of four days October 7, 2025
Providers work to overcome difficulties for reproductive health care access in Southwest Colorado Durango Planned Parenthood clinic to reopen for two days a week October 7, 2025
‘Movie money’ circulates in Cortez again Latest counterfeit case reported Thursday using fake Benjamin Franklin October 7, 2025