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New Mexico

Downwinders continue to seek justice 79 years after the Trinity Test

This July 16, 1945, file photo, shows the mushroom cloud of the first atomic explosion at Trinity Test Site near…

July 17, 2024

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When parking meters act up in Durango, don’t wait for a ticket. Call it in

maintenance occurs daily, but malfunctions still happen

June 24, 2024

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Durango Board of Ethics gives resident watchdog 20 days to respond to allegations

Committee dismisses five complaints against John Simpson, seeks response to five more

June 10, 2024

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Gov. Jared Polis signs bill affirming Indian tribes’ oversight of land annexations

Durango mayor ready to move on from controversy with Southern Ute Indian Tribe

June 7, 2024

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City manager says culture shift apparent in Durango municipal government

‘Career growth, good teamwork,’ and ‘belief in mission’ score highly on employee survey

April 4, 2024

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Durango names five finalists for next police chief

matter who is chosen, they’ll ‘have big shoes to fill,’ city manager says

March 21, 2024

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Durango City Council adopts resolution limiting discussion

Councilors vote 3-1 to limit public comments at meetings to city business

March 13, 2024

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City of Durango contacts federal representatives for potential forum on Israel-Hamas war

Coalition says gesture would be more effective with official support on issue from councilors

March 13, 2024

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Small attendance but big ideas at La Plata County Republican caucus in Durango

candidate vying for Lauren Boebert’s seat in CD3 speaks at VFW Post 4031

March 9, 2024

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Effort to limit comments at Durango City Council meetings met with resistance

‘Do you think these people won’t vote you out?’ asks Palestinian Solidarity Coalition member

March 7, 2024

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Durango City Council considers resolution to keep public discourse at meetings on-topic

speech, requests for Israel-Hamas cease-fire prompt proposal for formal policy

March 4, 2024

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Durango considering alternative locations for proposed Lake Nighthorse pipeline

and Southern Ute Tribal councils meet to discuss mutual interests in upcoming projects

March 2, 2024

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La Plata County asks for residents’ assistance with annual survey

Pollsters will begin reaching out to voters on Tuesday

February 23, 2024

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IRS warns tax filers to be wary of fraud now that 2024 season is underway

Phishing scams, fraudulent preparers are two prominent schemes

February 1, 2024

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City of Durango to adopt ‘.gov’ website domain for enhanced security

won’t affect residents’ access to site or staff contacts

December 1, 2023

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Complaints pile up with Durango-area mail delivery

U.S. Postal Service acknowledges labor shortages

November 17, 2023

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Late surge of voters boosts turnout in Southwest Colorado

44% of all ballots cast showed up on Election Day in La Plata County

November 8, 2023

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Election yields low turnout, but important training opportunity

questions, lack of candidates may not have resonated with voters

November 8, 2023

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La Plata County Treasurer Moni Grushkin sworn in

Outgoing Treasurer Allison Aichele gave notice of resignation in July

November 4, 2023

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Gov. Polis’ order may keep Mesa Verde open in case of shutdown

Federal government may shut down Sunday, shuttering land management agencies

September 29, 2023

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How would a government shutdown affect Southwest Colorado?

land access, social safety nets, airport workers could be impacted

September 29, 2023

New Mexico

New Mexicans to get around $9 monthly refunds on PNM bills for a year

Settlement to return money to New Mexicans who kept paying for a shutdown coal plant passes through PRC

September 22, 2023

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Young La Plata County residents: how many commissioners can you name?

Additional On The Road event added to target engagement with a younger crowd

September 17, 2023

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Durango city manager propels culture shift with focus on staff support, collaboration

José Madrigal says engaged employees results in stronger customer service for residents

August 26, 2023