Regional News

The Blotter, March 6-9

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Friday 9:32 a.m. Two puppies were running loose on U.S. Highway 160, east of Durango.…

March 10, 2026

Regional News

Colorado constitutional debates foreshadowed a populist backlash against Gilded Age railroad barons

Political corruption and exorbitant shipping rates fueled the anticorporate Granger movement

March 9, 2026

Regional News

Bennet leveling criticism at Polis as he vies to replace him

recent debate, senator said governor is ‘allergic’ to building big statewide coalitions

March 6, 2026

Southwest Life

A railroad’s arrival in Pueblo 150 years ago had far-reaching consequences for Colorado and the West

route to the Pacific, the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway broke a monopoly that had outraged Southern Colorado

March 6, 2026

Regional News

Colorado bill would make sure people leaving prison would get $100, ID documents

Reentry resources meant to ensure successful return to society

March 5, 2026

Regional News

Suspect wanted in three killings arrested in Pagosa Springs

Authorities say 22-year-old man killed women in southern Utah

March 5, 2026

Regional News

Democrats in Colorado Legislature oppose reducing Tina Peters’ sentence, but Polis may do it anyway

Governor offered justification for clemency this week on social media

March 4, 2026

Regional News

Denver named finalist to host 2028 Democratic National Convention

could bring hundreds of millions in economic impact

March 4, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 27-March 1

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Friday 7:45 a.m. A man driving a small SUV reportedly sped past a stopped bus…

March 3, 2026

Regional News

Colorado’s new parks and wildlife director promises transparency, science-based wildlife decisions and more wolves

Clellan named the agency’s acting director on Dec. 1, confirmed Feb. 23

March 3, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 26

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Thursday 9:03 a.m. Two dogs were running down the middle of the road on Colorado…

February 27, 2026

Regional News

Former Colorado state senator sentenced to probation for fabricating letters amid ethics investigation

Jaquez Lewis, who resigned from the legislature last year, was convicted of attempting to influence a public servant and forgery

February 27, 2026

Southwest Life

Laura Clellan becomes first female director of Colorado Parks and Wildlife since divisions merged in 2011

commission voted unanimously Monday to confirm her after 150 applicants applied.

February 27, 2026

Regional News

Rep. Lauren Boebert shares photo of Hillary Clinton during deposition, temporarily halting it

Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo. leaves the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center during a deposition of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton…

February 27, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 19-22

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Thursday 6:47 a.m. Deputies were contacted about three dogs that were tied up all night…

February 24, 2026

Regional News

Trying to kick that tobacco habit? The Colorado Quitline offers free support and $100

Research shows treatment increases likelihood of success

February 24, 2026

Regional News

Leading Colorado governor candidates spar over best housing approach

Democrats Michael Bennet, Phil Weiser seek to lead state that ranks among the 10 least affordable

February 24, 2026

Regional News

Signatures submitted for anti-trans Colorado ballot measures

Transgender children would be unable to participate in school sports, get gender-affirming surgeries

February 24, 2026

Regional News

Secret societies and masquerade fever took over Colorado’s social scene in the 1870s

soon-to-be Centennial State celebrated Washington’s Birthday with parades, pigeon shoots and decadent costume balls

February 23, 2026

Regional News

How tensions over religion molded Colorado’s constitution

and the Centennial State: School funding, tax exemptions and ‘the God Idea’ sparked protracted debates among delegates in 1876

February 22, 2026

Regional News

Colorado legislators deny records request related to luxury Vail retreat with lobbyists

Proposed lawsuit alleges violation, but group leaders say they relied on advice from nonpartisan state legal advisers

February 20, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 13-15

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Friday 8:46 a.m. Someone’s ex-wife threatened to kill a cat somewhere along U.S. Highway 550.…

February 18, 2026

Regional News

The Blotter, Feb. 7-8, 12-13

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office Saturday 10:09 a.m. Someone’s neighbor was putting up speed limit signs on County Road 502.…

February 17, 2026

Regional News

Ballot initiative would add constitutional right to access public meetings and records in Colorado

Efforts have been made to narrow the definition of ‘public business’ and allow more time for records requests

February 16, 2026