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Gun theft jumps in Southwest Colorado, prompting calls to lock them up

Gun theft jumps in Southwest Colorado, prompting calls to lock them up

two years, 171 guns reported lost or stolen to DA’s office

More than a jail? Officials discuss future use of juvenile detention center

More than a jail? Officials discuss future use of juvenile detention center

center could house community corrections or homeless shelter

Has loss of DeNier affected juvenile justice in Southwest Colorado?

Has loss of DeNier affected juvenile justice in Southwest Colorado?

detention rates down, authorities seek alternative treatments

Can former detention center house homeless? County officials note roadblocks

Can former detention center house homeless? County officials note roadblocks

staff members, sheriff in favor of Bodo building becoming new community corrections center

February 23, 2021

Fraudsters take advantage of unemployment benefits during pandemic

Fraudsters take advantage of unemployment benefits during pandemic

season could unearth more fraudulent claims

February 16, 2021

La Plata County considers possible uses for vacated juvenile detention center

La Plata County considers possible uses for vacated juvenile detention center

Commissioners expected to decide fate of building in coming weeks

February 9, 2021

La Plata County sheriff recommended for Colorado U.S. marshal position

La Plata County sheriff recommended for Colorado U.S. marshal position

Smith says he feels ‘called to serve’

February 5, 2021

Law enforcement respond to High Bridge in Durango

Law enforcement respond to High Bridge in Durango

reportedly experiencing suicidal ideations

February 4, 2021

Durango mobile home park manager cited for firing warning shot

Durango mobile home park manager cited for firing warning shot

‘We hope (people) find other avenues to settle disputes,’ sheriff’s spokesman says

February 2, 2021

Warning shot fired after snow shoveling dispute

Warning shot fired after snow shoveling dispute

Saturday incident at Lightner Creek Mobile Home Park under investigation

January 31, 2021

Authorities identify homeless man found dead Monday

Authorities identify homeless man found dead Monday

Autopsy did not find cause of death, coroner says

January 21, 2021

Durango man who crashed car, fled on foot remains at large

Durango man who crashed car, fled on foot remains at large

Warrant issued for Freedom Anderson’s arrest, police say

January 21, 2021

Investigators piecing together timeline of 5-year-old’s drowning

Investigators piecing together timeline of 5-year-old’s drowning

Incident at Durango Hot Springs happened after 6 p.m. Sunday

January 19, 2021

Wanted Durango man crashes into house, takes off on foot

Wanted Durango man crashes into house, takes off on foot

Freedom Anderson, in his 20s, last seen near Eighth Street and East Eighth Avenue

January 18, 2021

Durango, La Plata County prepare for potential unrest on Inauguration Day

Durango, La Plata County prepare for potential unrest on Inauguration Day

credible threats, but some buildings will be closed and preparations will be made

January 14, 2021

2 fires extinguished at Purple Cliffs homeless camp

2 fires extinguished at Purple Cliffs homeless camp

residents have makeshift fireplaces inside living structures

January 12, 2021

La Plata County man sought on suspicion of domestic violence

La Plata County man sought on suspicion of domestic violence

Suspect fled scene in stolen 2006 Toyota Avalon

December 27, 2020

Law enforcement pulls off Shop with a Cop event in Durango

Law enforcement pulls off Shop with a Cop event in Durango

Officers use layaway, drive-thru gift-giving to support families

December 17, 2020

Winter storm causes chaotic commute for some drivers

Winter storm causes chaotic commute for some drivers

of snow and rain lasts until Saturday night

December 11, 2020

After defying public health order, CJ’s Diner decides to stop indoor dining

After defying public health order, CJ’s Diner decides to stop indoor dining

says restaurant still offering takeout, delivery

December 7, 2020

Woman arrested after car chase ends in Durango

Woman arrested after car chase ends in Durango

Lembach is being held on a $25,000 bond

October 15, 2020

La Plata County targets gun range contamination

La Plata County targets gun range contamination

2021 budget proposes $2.5 million to remove lead

October 15, 2020

Man rescued from septic tank at wastewater treatment plant near Ignacio

Man rescued from septic tank at wastewater treatment plant near Ignacio

50-year-old required transport to Mercy Regional Medical Center

October 13, 2020

Biden flag destroyed, home shot at north of Durango

Biden flag destroyed, home shot at north of Durango

Sheriff’s Office says BB gun damaged window

October 9, 2020