Constitution

Local News

City of Durango says ‘mistakes were made’ in attempt to obtain bookshop records

Affidavit was signed by a prosecutor, warrant was approved by a judge

February 27, 2026

Local News

Maria’s Bookshop files lawsuit against city of Durango over police warrant

argues compliance, without proper hearing, would have ‘chilling effect’ on free speech

February 24, 2026

Local News

Rep. Katie Stewart among lawmakers under investigation over lobbyist gifts

complaint centers on October retreat with lobbyists in Vail

December 29, 2025

Local News

KSUT among public radio stations fighting Trump administration over funding cuts

Lawsuit claims executive order infringed on First Amendment rights

December 6, 2025

Local News

Restore the Balance hosts panel on state of American democracy

Attendees seek guidance when leaders disregard laws

May 23, 2025

Local News

Lawyers rally at La Plata County Courthouse to defend Constitution, rule of law

250 people gather for national ‘Law Day’

May 1, 2025

Local News

Consultant analysis details alternatives for Lake Nighthorse pipeline

Recommended option involves 7.4 miles of new pipe

March 24, 2024

Regional News

Colorado Supreme Court struggles with whether the U.S. Constitution’s ‘insurrection clause’ applies to presidents

the clause does apply to presidents, Donald Trump could be barred from appearing on Colorado’s Republican presidential primary ballot next…

December 7, 2023

Regional News

Polis isn’t going to ban guns. But that might not be the point of dayslong sit-in

of asking for such a radical – if unrealistic – change is to garner attention

June 6, 2023

Regional News

Colorado abortion rights advocates face new, post-Roe reality

plan ballot initiatives for 2024

June 24, 2022

Regional News

Some Colorado sheriff candidates have an unlikely campaign promise: not enforcing the law

‘Constitutional sheriffs’ rail against government overreach, red flag laws

June 22, 2022

Local News

Photos: Paving begins on U.S. Highway 550 realignment project

Paving begins Thursday on a 1.25-mile section of the new northbound lanes on the U.S. Highway 550 realignment project. The…

June 16, 2022

New Mexico

Abortion is not restricted in N.M. But is it protected?

implores lawmakers to make rights explicit in light of case before Supreme Court

December 2, 2021

Local News

How impeachment and 25th Amendment can end a presidency

Lawmakers advocate for Trump’s removal after riots at U.S. Capitol

January 8, 2021

Local News

CJ’s Diner wants lawsuit thrown out, says regulations are unconstitutional

Restaurant defied public health orders by offering indoor dining

December 22, 2020

Local News

COVID-19 enforcement: ‘It’s unsettled’ in Durango, statewide

director: More important than penalties is compliance to protect the community

November 20, 2020

Local News

Can the Constitution and COVID-19 restrictions coexist?

on gatherings, longevity of restrictions increasingly weigh on civil liberties

November 20, 2020

Local News

Durango man battled COVID-19. Now he’s fighting health restrictions

McMillan says orders hurt businesses, may violate Fifth Amendment

July 28, 2020

Local News

Partisan lawsuit looms over Colorado’s Legislature, and it’s costing taxpayers

Republicans sued Democrats who used computers to speed-read legislation

January 9, 2020

Local News

Conservative social media commentator speaks at FLC

‘Never sacrifice your values for anything or anyone’

September 20, 2019

Local News

Groups take aim at Durango’s proposed camping rules

Policies put city at risk of legal liability, lawyers say

November 30, 2018

Local News

League of Women Voters, Durango Herald to co-sponsor presentation

TABOR, Gallagher Amendment to be discussed

October 27, 2017

Local News

ACLU discovers Durango law in violation of Colorado Constitution

to allow jury trials in municipal court for minor offenses

July 28, 2017

Regional News

Judge OKs class action in lawsuit over Denver’s homeless sweeps

Plaintiffs say city violated constitutional rights

April 27, 2017