Local News
April brought rain and cool temps to Southwest Colorado. Is more on the way?
Meteorologist says El Nino weather forecast doesn’t guarantee wetter weather for Durango
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Regional News
Colorado Democratic gubernatorial candidates face off in first televised debate
Bennet, Weiser answer questions on jobs, water, affordability and Trump pushback
Local News
Photos: Ripe for the taking
Brooke Frazer, Manna soup kitchen garden manager, moves tomatoes around Manna’s greenhouse on Thursday in preparation for the Manna Plant Sale. About 5,000 assorted vegetables and flower plants will be…
Regional News
Effort to attract data centers to Colorado with tax incentives fails
Construction continues on a new data center in Denver's Elyria Swansea neighborhood on April 23, 2026. (McKenzie Lange/CPR News) After rescheduling its hearing three times, state Rep. Alex Valdez, D-Denver,…
Local News
Durango Herald cleans up at Top of the Rockies competition
Newspaper earns 29 prizes – more than any other publication in ‘large newsroom’ category
Local News
Archery, disc golf and equestrian trails among plans for Durango Mesa Park
‘World-class’ bike facilities are just one piece of Ewing Mesa features
Sports
DHS playoff preview: Girls soccer, girls lacrosse face strong teams in second round
girls lacrosse away on Friday, girls soccer at home on Saturday
Nation & World
More than a media mogul, Ted Turner leaves behind a conservation legacy
Ted Turner poses near a herd of his bison in September 1991 at his Flying D Ranch near Bozeman, Mont. (Linda Best/Bozeman Daily Chronicle via AP) Framing conservation as essential…
Local News
Durango man accused of fatal shooting appears in court
Alleged victim made threats, told police to shoot him weeks before death
News
Ross Anderson to be honored with ‘Ross Anderson Day’
RAD to be celebrated on Anderson’s 55th birthday
Regional News
Boulder firebomber pleads guilty, gets life in prison
Federal government may still seek death penalty
Sports
Vermette wins first World Cup men’s elite downhill race in South Korea
Blevins broke collarbone; Cioppa finished on World Cup podium for first time
Arts and Entertainment
Durango artists share work during Spring Gallery Walk
exhibits, live music, more on tap for annual event
Regional News
Fuel spill from train-truck collision highlights dangers of moving oil by rail
passenger injuries were reported
Local News
Private helicopter crashes at Durango-La Plata County Airport
men, ages 31 and 61, were inside the aircraft
Arts and Entertainment
Durango High School Troupe 1096 continues bold tradition
‘Ride the Cyclone' runs through Saturday
Local News
Durango, La Plata median home prices up more than 10% from first quarter last year
Housing, affordability ‘central to everything that we’re trying to do,’ city housing official says
Sports
Durango girls soccer survives scare from Frederick to advance in playoffs
score three goals in second half to win 4-2 on Wednesday
Local News
Man shot at Durango Skate Park dies; suspect identified
Blechinger, 42, arrested on suspicion of first-degree murder
Local News
National concern about educational technology reaches Durango School District
Parents form coalition to advocate for more transparency, more say in classroom screen-use
Regional News
1876 marked the start of Colorado’s decades-long ‘free silver’ crusade
A barrel full of freshly minted ‘silver shiners’ arrived at Denver’s banks
Local News
Preliminary plans for new Purgatory Resort chairlift approved
yearlong delay, momentum picks up on long-planned addition
Sports
DHS roundup: Girls soccer, girls lacrosse, track and field win league titles
Baseball continues momentum into massive league games this weekend
Local News
Bump-outs return to Main Avenue in downtown Durango
COVID-era necessity has become optional business boost
Sports
Demons girls lacrosse dominates to advance in playoffs
Durango beat Pueblo West 24-6 at home on Tuesday night
Local News
Freeze watch issued for Southwest Colorado Wednesday night
Forecaster says unusually warm spring prompted earlier freeze alerts
Local News
Photos: Kiwanis Club of Durango hosts Safety Day
Johnny Rooney, front, community educator with Durango Fire Protection District, and Doug Brockett, fire investigator and inspector with DFPD, give away plastic fire helmets and stickers to Florida Mesa Elementary…
Local News
Prank call prompts police response last weekend at Durango motel
reported having hostages, AR-15 and pipe bombs
Local News
Fire preparedness exercises to take place this week across La Plata County
includes emergency operation activation, power shutdown drill