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Colorado’s Ken Buck wants to keep AI tech away from nation’s nuclear decisions

A number of bills have been introduced to deal with emerging technology

May 11, 2023

Regional News

Colorado going before the U.S. Supreme Court will test state’s stalking laws

it matter if someone intended their speech to be threatening?

April 19, 2023

Regional News

Falsely reporting an active shooter is on track to become a felony in Colorado

Bill 249 comes in response to an increase in fake reports

April 18, 2023

Regional News

Colorado offers safe haven for abortion, transgender care

seek to shield out-of-state residents from prosecution

April 14, 2023

Regional News

What’s a ‘reasonable’ rent increase? Courts often must interpret vague language in laws

Sometimes the ambiguity is intentional, other times it is a mistake

April 6, 2023

Local News

Bayfield school board votes to remove ‘comprehensive’ from sex education curriculum

law specifies districts must follow a strict set of instruction guidelines

March 7, 2023

Local News

Durango grocery stores begin selling wine

narrowly approved ballot measure to expand retail sales

March 2, 2023

Local News

Free reusable bags available at various locations in Durango

Revenue collected from plastic and paper bag fees to fund waste-reduction efforts

February 7, 2023

Regional News

Bill to discourage Colorado police from lying to minors advances in House committee

Lawmakers worry juveniles respond differently to law enforcement than adults

February 2, 2023

Local News

Students face off with Durango School District over carrying Narcan on campus

9-R staff and students grapple with meaning, intent of Colorado statute

January 25, 2023

Local News

Interim attorney advises Durango City Council on a new open records dispute

Councilors reject request to release executive session audio

January 12, 2023

Local News

Are Durango shoppers adjusting to reusable bags?

Residents offer tips, suggestions for remembering sacks and keeping them clean

January 10, 2023

Local News

New laws that took effect Jan. 1, including that bag fee

Coloradans will see an increase in minimum wage and a decrease in the cost of hygiene products

January 4, 2023

Local News

New Year’s shoppers be warned: Single-use bag fees are afoot

law requiring 10-cent charges for plastic and paper sacks takes effect Sunday

December 31, 2022

Local News

Durango business owners hit by predatory lawsuits

Sixteen federal complaints filed by single plaintiff in ruse that’s become old hat to attorneys

November 18, 2022

Local News

Durango weighs options ahead of statewide single-use bag fees at large retailers

hopes to alleviate confusion for business owners and consumers once state law takes effect

October 15, 2022

Regional News

Colorado attorney general candidates debate public safety, role of office in first exchange

Democratic incumbent Phil Weiser is being challenged by Republican John Kellner for job as top law enforcement official in the…

August 4, 2022

Regional News

Colorado’s LGBTQ community works to cement same-sex marriage into state law

Justice Clarence Thomas’ concurring opinion in Roe raises questions about equity rights

June 27, 2022

Regional News

Boulder files motion to dismiss lawsuit over its camping and tent bans

says municipal laws don’t amount to cruel and unusual punishment or a state-created danger

June 23, 2022

Regional News

Boulder’s camping ban leaves unhoused residents no alternatives, plaintiffs say

of choices and resources prompt lawsuit against city

June 17, 2022

Local News

La Plata County officials return from fentanyl summit with new insights

Trainings designed to help law enforcement, prosecutors collaborate

June 7, 2022

Local News

Former employee sues health care provider at La Plata County Jail

Southern Health Partners allegedly violated Colorado’s whistleblower law

June 6, 2022

Local News

Durango City Council passes petition ordinance sparked by fire station, with a caveat

Residents railed against a perceived lack of public involvement in sale of school administration building

May 27, 2022

Local News

Colorado governor visits Durango High School and Fort Lewis College

Polis signs bills having to do with education, American Indian research effort

May 25, 2022