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Man sentenced to life in prison for killing Durango resident

Michael Jones shot 34-year-old during marijuana deal

October 12, 2018

Local News

‘Fraud Squad’ leader gets 2 years in prison for – fraud

amassed $100K in jail account using credit card scheme

October 11, 2018

Local News

Pet or service animal? The distinction matters

rules allow people to claim special status for their pets

October 11, 2018

Local News

Man linked to Pagosa hot springs gets 18 months for tax evasion

Whittington didn’t report payments from resort or offshore accounts

October 9, 2018

Local News

Moisture, freezing temps could make for slick driving Tuesday morning

Slow-moving storm dumps 5 inches in high country, more on the way

October 8, 2018

Local News

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office tightens belt during lean times

department has cut positions and sought new revenue

October 7, 2018

Southwest Life

Preservation effort targets legendary cattleman’s historic barn

Charles Goodnight built ranch west of Pueblo

October 7, 2018

Local News

Forest Service declares 416 Fire ‘controlled,’ 127 days after start of blaze

helped quench lingering flames burning within containment lines

October 5, 2018

Local News

At Animas High School, hero’s journey is a model for tackling challenges

Teacher develops class to build character, resiliency

October 5, 2018

Local News

In Ignacio, students get recognition for outstanding character

Beau Moore, head coach of the Ignacio Middle School football team, gives a “Bobcat Buck” to one of his players,…

October 5, 2018

Local News

Steaming Bean pours its last cup of coffee, calls it quits

hurt by competition and 416 Fire

October 3, 2018

Local News

New safe rooms at Mercy will protect patients in crisis

A shortage of inpatient care sparks creative solution

October 2, 2018

Local News

La Plata County Clerk’s Office aces emergency training

earlier this month drew nearly all Colorado counties

September 30, 2018

Local News

Hurricane Rosa could send heavy rainfall to Southwest Colorado

expected to make landfall Monday or Tuesday

September 30, 2018

Local News

Durango teen makes ‘miraculous’ recovery

40-foot fall, Wiley Corra getting ready to go back to school

September 29, 2018

Local News

Paranormal investigators to search Silverton’s haunted Grand Imperial Hotel

Saturday’s search is part of a worldwide ghost hunt

September 28, 2018

Local News

Bear injured during 416 Fire ‘doing really well’

Colorado Parks and Wildlife plans to release young sow in January

September 27, 2018

Local News

Fire destroys mobile home near Gem Village

cause is under investigation

September 26, 2018

Local News

Body found near Durango Dog Park

and rescue worked Tuesday night to recover remains

September 25, 2018

Local News

Court documents describe abysmal conditions in animal cruelty case

animals subjected to ‘chronic or repeated serious physical harm’

September 24, 2018

Local News

Vallecito Creek receives water rights protections

will keep water in tributary, protect aquatic life

September 23, 2018

Business

Registration underway for 12th annual Economic Summit

expected to discuss tough year in tourism

September 22, 2018

Local News

Monsoon season in Southwest Colorado fails to deliver

High-pressure system blocked moisture through the summer

September 22, 2018

Local News

Plane makes emergency landing during training exercise

practicing simulated engine failure lands in field near Pagosa Springs

September 20, 2018