Local News Bayfield town board approves annexation of 100-acre ranch, plans to consider annexing another Annexations are first of their kind to utilize 2024 zoning to maintain and encourage farming within town limits February 20, 2026
Local News New advancement vice president and foundation CEO named at Fort Lewis College Texas-based candidate will serve in both roles February 20, 2026
Local News La Plata County commissioners reject citizen group’s criticism of staff Rights Project says attorney has too much sway February 20, 2026
Local News Clark Craig named Citizen of the Year at Southwest Colorado Rocks Awards Ignacio and Bayfield debuted in rebranded Durango Rocks ceremony February 20, 2026
Local News Photos: Vanishing act A car, or an SUV or a pickup – we’re really not sure – drives through a puddle of snowmelt… February 20, 2026
New Mexico New Mexico Senate calls for study of forced sterilization the 1970s, a doctor concluded that one in four Native women had been sterilized without their knowledge or consent February 20, 2026
AP New Mexico New Mexico legislators launch investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s secluded ranch urged to come forward with information about any abuse at the ranch February 20, 2026
New Mexico Records show Gary King, Deb Haaland used Epstein-linked jet during 2014 campaign Haaland spokesperson says she never had any interaction with Epstein February 20, 2026
New Mexico San Juan Regional caregivers honored for compassion and service Juan Regional Medical Center recognizes four caregivers for patient care and support February 20, 2026
Nation & World Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs, upending central plank of his economic agenda President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing at the White House, Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, in Washington. (Evan Vucci/Associated… February 20, 2026
Nation & World Venezuela’s new amnesty law has a chilly response from opposition and detainees’ families People who consider their detained family members to be political prisoners protest for their releases outside the United Nations office… February 20, 2026
Local News Storm brings 4-12 inches of snow to La Plata County totals vary greatly across the region; regardless, residents rejoice February 20, 2026
News Nearly 3.4 million pounds of recalled Trader Joe’s chicken fried rice products may contain glass FILE – The Trader Joe's logo hangs on a mural, Aug. 13, 2019, in Cambridge, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)(AP… February 20, 2026
News Austrian court convicts man whose girlfriend died as they climbed the country’s highest mountain FILE – An alpinist is seen on his way to the cross on the summit of the 'Gross Glockner' mountain,… February 20, 2026
Local News Mobile nonprofit delivers dental care to underserved communities ‘My heart and soul (are) in this van,’ founder says February 20, 2026
Local News Durango City Council eliminates minimum lot size requirements for detached ADUs Councilors Loyer and Woodruff defend process leading up to Wednesday vote February 19, 2026
Local News Cortez man loses $600,000 in crypto scam; sheriff says fraud ‘will never go away’ Sheriff: Scam reports come in several times a week February 19, 2026
Local News Photos: Sleds finally come out of storage in Durango Sierra Stransky, 6, catches air Thursday while sledding at Buckley Park in Durango. A winter storm this week dumped just… February 19, 2026
Local News Durango raises fines for illegal parking in disabled spaces Revised schedule adds escalating penalties for repeat violations February 19, 2026
News Winter Olympics recap: Alysa Liu wins figure skating gold, US tops Canada in women’s hockey final Gold medalist Alysa Liu of the United States celebrates her medal after competing in the women's free skate program in… February 19, 2026
Local News Bayfield town board approves rezoning for faith-based arena project Proposed facility would host rodeos, stock shows and worship events February 19, 2026
Local News Women’s Resource Center in Durango appoints new executive director Kathleen ‘Katie’ Jones brings more than 20 years experience ‘addressing some of the world’s most complex challenges’ February 19, 2026
News A beloved teacher in Morocco unmasked: Frenchman investigated over abuse of 89 boys A road sign points to Khenifra, Morocco, Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Akram Oubachir)(AP Photo/Akram Oubachir) KHENIFRA, Morocco (AP) —… February 18, 2026
Local News Fort Lewis College Board of Trustees recognized for reconciliation work given honor for ‘courageous and valued-centered governance’ February 18, 2026