Politics (general)

Local News

Durango reacts to draft decision that would overturn Roe v. Wade

express despair and elation, but acknowledge ruling would have limited impact in Southwest Colorado

May 4, 2022

Regional News

Efforts underway on Western Slope to quell political extremism and restore civility

Hundreds have signed a pledge to continue disagreeing, but to do so politely and with the public good as the…

April 18, 2022

Local News

As race for CD3 tightens, we asked candidates about their policy positions

Boebert, challengers weigh in on gun violence, economic priorities and renaming mountains

April 9, 2022

Regional News

MyPillow CEO says he gave as much as $800,000 to Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters’ legal defense fund

Lindell also said Peters ‘probably’ traveled on his private jet to his cyber symposium

April 5, 2022

Local News

Colorado Rep. Barbara McLachlan eyes fourth term

Longtime representative from Durango touts her work at the Capitol as campaign season nears

March 26, 2022

Local News

Republican challenger Shelli Shaw to run for House District 59

Candidate highlights education, crime among policy priorities

March 18, 2022

Local News

Durango braces for high gas prices, but optimism remains

impacts are just beginning as the summer tourism season nears

March 12, 2022

Local News

Republicans report boost in turnout while Democrats see a slide at caucuses

Plata County parties express confidence heading into November elections

March 9, 2022

Regional News

Republican U.S. Senate candidates are relying on ‘dumpster fire’ ballot-access process

GOP hopefuls are battling for support of at least 30% of delegates

March 7, 2022

Regional News

‘Side show at a carnival’: Colorado lawmakers react to Boebert’s State of the Union outburst

Members on both sides of political aisle condemn antics

March 3, 2022

Local News

La Plata County Republicans energized at caucuses

Voters’ priorities include county land-use code, education, state and national issues

March 3, 2022

Regional News

So you want to caucus? Here’s how to do it when parties gather next week

Precinct-level events start March 1; times and locations vary by county

February 22, 2022

Local News

Clyde Church announces re-election campaign for county commissioner

Priorities include wildfire mitigation, economic development and transportation infrastructure

February 12, 2022

Local News

Lori Schell saw Colorado’s political divisions up close as a redistricting commissioner

Partisan divide remains wide, but Coloradans can find common ground as the state changes, she says

December 25, 2021

Regional News

Boebert challenger calls on congresswoman to resign over Islamophobic comments

‘This latest stunt is just another chapter in a long book of disqualifying actions’

December 8, 2021

Local News

Brad Blake to run again for La Plata County commissioner

Candidate will begin campaigning first quarter of next year

November 19, 2021

Local News

Colorado gubernatorial candidate Heidi Ganahl aims to connect with rural residents

Republican challenger asks Gov. Jared Polis to limit his campaign spending

November 19, 2021

Local News

Rep. McLachlan to focus on one-time money, education and water during next session

Colorado legislators will decide how to spend CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funding in 2022

November 18, 2021

Local News

Redistricting maps would give Durango a new state senator

Simpson, a Republican from Alamosa, would replace Don Coram

November 5, 2021

Local News

Redistricting reshapes Southwest Colorado’s Senate District 6

maps would add six new counties to Durango’s state Senate district

November 5, 2021

Regional News

Chairman of Colorado redistricting commission ousted over social media posts

commissioners said Danny Moore’s statements threaten to erode public confidence

April 6, 2021

Food

Southwest Colorado responds to MeatOut Day by celebrating meat

Durango barbecue just one of many celebrations of livestock industry

March 21, 2021

Local News

Youssef runs for re-election with an eye on finances

Incumbent City Council candidate aims to bring continuity

March 12, 2021

Local News

Durango City Council nixes joint statement against Lauren Boebert

Residents wanted city to condemn newly elected House member

January 23, 2021