taxation

With Tax Day upon us, residents weigh in on spending priorities

Infrastructure, education favored; foreign conflicts draw skepticism

April 14, 2026

Judge rules companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs overturned by the Supreme Court

Containers are stored in a cargo terminal in Frankfurt, Germany, Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Probst)(AP Photo/Michael Probst) WASHINGTON…

March 4, 2026

Local News

Rep. Jeff Hurd avoids subject of losing Trump’s endorsement

President throws support behind challenger, upset by congressman’s tariff vote

February 27, 2026

Local News

What does the Supreme Court tariff ruling mean for La Plata County small businesses?

uncertainty complicates operations, local owners say

February 26, 2026

Business

Taxes have never been higher for Colorado vacationers – but little of that revenue supports tourism

40 communities this year are budgeting $77 million in new or redirected lodging taxes to support housing, child care and…

February 25, 2026

Local News

U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd votes against Trump’s tariff policies

Republicans defy president – despite threats

February 12, 2026

Local News

City of Durango seeking partner for airport shuttle service

Councilors approve discretionary lodgers tax projects

January 13, 2026

Southwest Life

Nevada casinos, lawmakers eager to reverse change in gambling tax deductions

President Donald Trump holds his signed signature bill of tax breaks and spending cuts surrounded by members of Congress at…

January 3, 2026

Local News

Longtime Christmas bazaar canceled over confusion about city of Durango license rules

51st annual event called off days before opening at Senior Center

November 25, 2025

Local News

Bayfield lodgers tax proposal fails

Plata County will continue collecting funds on behalf of town

November 5, 2025

Local News

Southwest Colorado residents affected by floods eligible for housing, tax assistance

and private entities offering aid while community recovers

October 17, 2025

Local News

Durango-area small businesses feel effects of Trump’s tariffs

Hickenlooper introduces bill that could mitigate financial stress

October 4, 2025

Regional News

7 Colorado counties plan to ask voters to double or triple lodging taxes to pay for roads, police

Government leaders hope voters will approve initiatives to offset budget shortfalls

September 15, 2025

Regional News

Marijuana tax collections exceed $3 billion since recreational sales started in 2014

Marijuana grows in The Clinic’s warehouse in Denver’s Overland neighborhood on March 19, 2021. (Kevin J. Beaty/Denverite) Total taxes and…

August 22, 2025

Regional News

What do federal tax cuts on tips and overtime mean for state taxes?

Colorado’s ‘Tax Expenditure Adjustment Bill’ runs contrary to federal 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ on OT

July 18, 2025

Local News

Durango voters back half-cent sales tax extension

Question 2A will fund municipal buildings, as well as parks, open space and trails

April 1, 2025

Local News

Slicing up Durango’s 8.4% sales tax

residents weigh Ballot Question 2A, here’s a breakdown of the taxes collected at checkout

March 14, 2025

Local News

‘Hidden agenda’ claim in Durango election guide raises concerns about accuracy

says funds cannot be used for Downtown’s Next Step, despite opposition claims

March 11, 2025

Local News

Durango Transit reaches highest single-month ridership since 2014

show on-demand microtransit serving workforce as intended

October 9, 2024

Regional News

Gov. Polis signs special session bill to expand agricultural tax breaks in Colorado

Southwest Colorado Small Business Development Center will host an “Understanding your agriculture financial statements” workshop from 9 a.m. to 2…

September 8, 2024

Local News

Proposed ‘vacancy tax’ draws mixed reactions from Durango area officials

Colorado Association of Ski Towns proposes taxing second homes and vacation rentals

September 8, 2024

Local News

The race is (almost) on for La Plata County treasurer

A write-in candidate will challenge incumbent appointee Moni Grushkin

August 28, 2024

Local News

City of Durango scraps asking voters to renew 2005 sales tax in November

Councilors, worried about competing ballot measures, eyeing April ballot instead

August 22, 2024

Regional News

Colorado lawmakers again urge IRS not to tax TABOR refunds

Federal agency has twice backed off plans to tax refunds

August 19, 2024