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Crowd lines Main Street for Indivisible rally in Cortez

than 175 people attended protest focused on Jan. 6

January 7, 2026

Photos: Christmas trees meet the wood chipper

Brent Interpreter, left, and James Perotti, both with Durango Parks and Recreation forestry division, feed Christmas trees into the mulcher…

January 6, 2026

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Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan, dies at 80

FILE – Michael Reagan, the son of former President Ronald Reagan, introduces Republican presidential candidate, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich…

January 6, 2026

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It’s about adapting: business and economy focus of forum at Fort Lewis College

Southwest Economic Outlook spurred discussions on cost of living, stagnant wages and artificial intelligence

January 6, 2026

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‘No more unfunded mandates,’ Southwest Colorado commissioners say

officials emphasize cost burdens new legislation places on local governments

January 6, 2026

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Sen. Michael Bennet reflects on year in Congress

Pushing back against President Trump has been big battle

January 6, 2026

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Mesa Verde Pellets launches eco-friendly aspen-based cat litter

pellets are reportedly safer than pine for animals

January 6, 2026

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Chimney Rock designated an international dark sky park

Located in the southern edge of the San Juan Forest, it offers some of the darkest skies in the region

January 6, 2026

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Plea hearing scheduled for former La Plata County Jail commander

Outcome could result in trial or plea deal

January 6, 2026

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After years of planning, Nuchu Market opens in Towaoc

grocery aims to address food access, affordability and local sourcing

January 6, 2026

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Texas real estate firm purchases Confluence at Three Springs apartments

acquisition in Durango by Olympus Property

January 5, 2026

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Durango’s Immigration Task Force begins to take shape

Community commission to deliver findings in six months

January 5, 2026

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Snow returns to Southwest Colorado

Mountains could see several inches; dry, warm weather to follow

January 5, 2026

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Community remembers influential Bayfield couple who died in house fire

who lived off-grid leave legacy of humanitarianism, community-building in La Plata County

January 5, 2026

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Swiss police identify all 116 people injured in deadly New Year’s bar fire

People gather during a memorial procession in Crans-Montana, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, after a devastating fire in…

January 5, 2026

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What to watch in 2026 for La Plata County

Elections, court trials, fights for social justice and ambitious redevelopments to shape the year

January 5, 2026

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Guinea’s junta leader is confirmed president-elect after first vote since a 2021 coup

Guinea's President, Gen. Mamadi Doumbouya, arrives with his wife, Lauriane Doumbouya, to cast their votes in the presidential election in…

January 4, 2026

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Denver 19, L.A. Chargers 3

L.A. Chargers 0 3 0 0 — 3 Denver 10 0 3 6 — 19 First Quarter Den_FG Lutz 24,…

January 4, 2026

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Rain continues in parts of California reeling from flooding and high tides

Vehicles drive on a flooded road during a king tide event in Corte Madera, Calif., Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026. (Stephan…

January 4, 2026

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Gunmen kill at least 30 villagers and abduct others during raid in northern Nigeria

MINNA, Nigeria (AP) — At least 30 villagers have been killed and several others are missing after gunmen raided a…

January 4, 2026

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In their words: Survivors and others talk about fatal Swiss Alpine bar fire

People light candles near the sealed off Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, where…

January 3, 2026

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Isaiah Johnson scores 19 for Colorado in 95-89 win over Arizona State to open Big 12 play

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Isaiah Johnson scored 19 points and Sebastian Rancik added 18 for Colorado in a 95-89 win…

January 3, 2026

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Germany sweeps another 2-man World Cup race. Kris Horn and Frank Del Duca pace the American hopes

WINTERBERG, Germany (AP) — Germany’s dominance of the World Cup two-man bobsled season continued Saturday, with the host nation sweeping…

January 3, 2026

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Resident arrested by ICE on New Year’s Eve lived in Durango for 22 years

arrest sparks protest outside Bodo field office

January 3, 2026