Bail set for two La Plata County murder defendants following Colorado Supreme Court ruling in law sparked statewide discussion about purpose of bond July 28, 2023
Anthony Baca, hoping to reduce recidivism, sworn in as district court judge Durango man says he’s always been interested in human rights issues January 18, 2023
Colorado attorney general candidates disagree about why crime is rising Incumbent Democrat Phil Weiser is facing a challenge from Republican Arapahoe County District Attorney John Kellner October 3, 2022
Colorado public defenders launch union drive over workloads Scott Ostrem, center, who was charged with killing three people at a crowded suburban Denver Walmart, sits with his public… September 2, 2022
Colorado man arrested for threatening members of Congress Indictment lists initials of three congressional members August 8, 2022
Colorado attorney general candidates debate public safety, role of office in first exchange Democratic incumbent Phil Weiser is being challenged by Republican John Kellner for job as top law enforcement official in the… August 4, 2022
Republican recount candidates, in second lawsuit, want Denver judge to halt process wants El Paso County to hand over records to secretary of state August 3, 2022
San Luis Valley district attorney resigns, Colorado attorney general steps in GOP chairwoman argues Phil Weiser not eligible for role July 14, 2022
Colorado funeral home owner pleads guilty in body sales case Hess faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison July 6, 2022
Bayfield man gets five years in prison for violent crime spree James ordered to pay $160,000 in restitution June 16, 2022
Court finds sufficient evidence to advance felony charge in fatal car crash Ignacio woman held on $50,000 cash-only bail June 14, 2022
La Plata County officials return from fentanyl summit with new insights Trainings designed to help law enforcement, prosecutors collaborate June 7, 2022
Protesters gather at Buckley Park for march supporting abortion rights Durango high schoolers organize rally to match nationwide movement May 15, 2022
100 bills debated at the Colorado Legislature this year that you should know about Roughly 650 pieces of legislation were introduced this year at the Capitol May 12, 2022
D&SNG to settle civil lawsuit filed by local landowners, businesses Details have yet to be released as sides finalize agreement March 22, 2022
Cortez man avoids jail time after attempted victim retaliation in Durango Hernando Tsosie, 42, must serve three years with community corrections March 18, 2022
Regional opioid group selects members in preparation for settlement funds SouthWEST Opioid Response District will decide how to use the money to combat substance abuse in Southwest Colorado March 14, 2022
Judge dismisses lawsuit against San Juan Basin Public Health CJ’s Diner challenged state and local health orders March 1, 2022
Durango business owner pleads guilty for hidden camera Bigall agrees to four counts of invasion of privacy for sexual gratification January 29, 2022
Trial seeking damages from Durango railroad for 416 Fire pushed back than 30 property owners and businesses accuse D&SNG of disregarding known risk January 25, 2022
Following escapes, La Plata County budgets $440,000 to improve jail fence time frame given for when it will be installed January 14, 2022
Trial set for May in federal lawsuit accusing Durango railroad of starting 416 Fire to determine if D&SNG and its parent company are on the hook for millions in firefighting costs January 3, 2022
Towaoc man sentenced to 20 years in child sex cases Assaults occurred between 2006 and 2008 October 7, 2021
Polis signs wave of criminal justice bills Legislation includes reducing court fees and penalties for failure to pay July 7, 2021
