Sunshine Protection Act would have economic, safety impacts for ski areas and mountain towns, resorts say

Camp Mystic faces a criminal investigation that could include manslaughter or negligent homicide charges in the deaths of 27 girls amid devastating flooding in Texas last year, court documents show. In applications for search warrants executed last week, investigators sought to obtain the electronic communications of the camp’s owners, saying

Schools to Home program launched July 1 to provide assistance to public school employees

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona State hockey coaches were present when a player collapsed during an outdoor workout, but plans for the training session were not submitted to the school, according to a preliminary issued by the university on Tuesday. Matthew Mayich collapsed during an Aug. 20 workout and remains

Newly elected president Kent Aikin provides updates on the society’s preservation projects, fall events

Events kick off 2 p.m. Thursday, bringing lots of visitors to Durango

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Canada is embracing its growing prominence as a champion of “middle powers” at the U.N. General Assembly, Canada’s top diplomat said in an interview Tuesday as the international community’s biggest annual gathering got into gear. Prime Minister Mark Carney made a splash last winter by saying

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — It’s killer robots versus super intelligence. Visions of the future straight out of comic books are playing out at the United Nations as world leaders talk about the threat — or promise — of artificial intelligence. Once again it was Donald Trump against the U.N, chief

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The shooting of a Venezuelan man in his vehicle by a federal immigration officer in Texas has set off renewed protests over the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, 28, was delivering food for DoorDash on Sunday when a traffic stop by U.S. Immigration

NEW YORK (AP) — On a day of high-stakes diplomacy on the global stage, President Donald Trump began his United Nations visit by telling a prominent U.S. journalist, “You should not be here.” “It’s an honor to be here,” Trump said as he entered U.N. doors Tuesday ahead of his

DALLAS (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday ordered Texas to install air conditioning in all of its prisons by the end of 2029, saying that inmates in lockups without it are being given punishments that violate their constitutional rights. The ruling was hailed as a major victory by advocates

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A 36-year-old Costa Rican man whose family says he complained of missing insulin shots and meals to manage his diabetes is the third detainee to die in less than six months at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Louisiana. Carlos Josue Marchena Marchena was

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration plans to limit the number of refugees admitted to the country to 17,500 mostly white South Africans, the administration told Congress Tuesday, as it continues to transform a program that at one point served as a pathway to safety for people fleeing war and

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to intervene in a custody dispute over a 5-week-old child who was born in Texas after a surrogate refused a California couple’s wishes to have an abortion. Justice Elena Kagan denied the request from McKenna West, who was seeking conservatorship

President Donald Trump made myriad false and misleading claims during his address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, many of which he has repeated frequently throughout his second term in the White House. They covered topics such as U.S. munitions supply, drug seizures, oil and the economy. Here’s

Suspect allegedly violated probation by firing shot on Broadway Bridge

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders walks on the field before an NCAA college football game between Georgia Tech and Colorado, Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart) BOULDER — Deion Sanders dismissed several players from the team on the heels of Colorado’s first loss. The Buffaloes coach didn’t

NEW YORK (AP) — Earlier in the month, President Donald Trump warned voters that democratic socialists — extreme, crazed, lunatics, he called them — were threatening to transform America into “a communist country.” This week, a smiling Trump patted on the shoulder one of the nation’s best known democratic socialists,

TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin is becoming “increasingly cavalier, dangerous and risk accepting,” as his war in Ukraine drags on and as he seeks to divide Western allies, NATO’s deputy commander in Europe said Tuesday. Air Chief Marshal Sir John Stringer spoke to The Associated Press at

October 2 will include live music, art walk, theater performance and exhibit opening

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Venezuelan man shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Texas was back in a federal detention center Tuesday after being taken to a hospital for a second time with a bullet still lodged in his back, according to his attorney. A federal

Bloomfield's Taydem Callado (24) receives a pass and turns upfield while being defended by Bernalillo's RJ Fleets (7) during a football game, Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 at Bobcat Stadium. (W. Dean Howard/Special to The Tri-City Record)Dean Howard BLOOMFIELD – The Bloomfield High football team takes to the road Thursday night

Race dates next year for SunRay remain intact, future of facility uncertain

NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift has announced a new song, “Patient Zero” — her first since her starry wedding this summer. It releases Friday. She made the announcement in true Swift fashion. On Tuesday morning, the pop powerhouse launched a cryptic countdown clock on her website, displayed atop a

Federal funds can be accessed by chapter houses

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge in Rhode Island has struck down a Trump administration directive that would have barred some immigrants from accessing certain federal programs, including Head Start preschools, community health clinics and adult education initiatives. U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy, who was appointed by President Donald Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President JD Vance and other Trump administration officials said Tuesday they plan to remove 760,000 Affordable Care Act enrollees from public healthcare exchanges, alleging that the individuals were fraudulently enrolled in the program, or simply do not exist. Vance said the discovery and canceled subsidy payments

BOSTON (AP) — The social media influencer “Clavicular,” who gained a following promoting the online “looksmaxxing” trend, has been charged in Massachusetts with raping a 17-year-old girl who told police she became heavily intoxicated after he gave her alcohol at his family’s Cape Cod home. Braden Peters, 20, is charged

The final Downtown Art Walk of the year on Oct. 2 will coincide with the inaugural Celebrate Farmington event, offering an expanded lineup of activities, exhibits and performances throughout the downtown area. Courtesy Northwest New Mexico Arts Council, File The inaugural Celebrate Farmington event will take place on Friday, Oct.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic attorneys general from California and New York sued the Trump administration Tuesday over its plans to buy back offshore wind leases as President Donald Trump seeks to discourage the expansion of wind energy in favor of fossil fuels. California Attorney General Rob Bonta said he is

As part of the Rediscovering Native American exhibit, Native American artist Matthew Bahe will share insights into his artistic journey, cultural identity and contemporary Indigenous experiences on Saturday at the Farmington Museum. See details below. Durango Herald File Farmington Wednesday, Sept. 23 Ms. Indigenous Pageant, 6 p.m. Henderson Performance Hall,

United States President Donald Trump speaks during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at United Nations headquarters, Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) UNITED NATIONS – President Donald Trump returned to the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday at a tumultuous moment for the world – and

President Donald Trump signs a security agreement with Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen during the United Nations General Assembly, Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, at the UN headquarters. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) Trump signs U.S.-Denmark-Greenland agreement to bolster Arctic security UNITED NATIONS — The United

NEW YORK (AP) — Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas,” a simmering, midtempo, country-and-then-some heartbreak song released last October, is indisputably 2026’s biggest hit. “Choosin’ Texas” is also the longest-running No. 1 hit in the U.S., having spent 23 weeks at the top spot on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100, it was

Colorado among 24 states that sued to stop president’s executive order

Yearling female was from One Ear pack that state wildlife officials say has been preying on livestock in Grand and Jackson counties

Foliage roughly a week ahead of typical schedule in many places

Former Colorado Bureau of Investigation forensic analyst Yvonne "Missy" Woods cries as she watches a video during a her sentencing hearing at the Jefferson County Courthouse, Tuesday in Golden. (Stephen Swofford/The Gazette via Associated Press pool) GOLDEN – A judge...

Wildfire, drought are pushing hungry bears into record human sightings and contacts, resulting in euthanasia

‘My concern is for all 3,144 counties in America,’ prominent election denier says

Decision reverses racing license transfer

‘The focus of this case was to protect our kids,’ state attorney general says

Winter service expands travel options between Southwest Colorado and Texas

Democrat, favored to win, vows to stand up to Trump

The peak will happen just after 10 p.m. with about 95% of the moon covered by Earth's shadow

Show the culmination of a year of rehearsals at Limon Correctional Facility

Ben Waddell spent last fall in Guanajuato documenting grassroots efforts to find their disappeared relatives

Motorists drive on southbound Interstate 25 with the city skyline in the background April 30, 2026, in Denver. (David Zalubowski/Associated Press file) Democrats on Thursday narrowed the list of potential host cities for their 2028 presidential convention to Boston, Denver...

Federal judge ruled Benjamin Smith will serve maximum time per plea deal conditions

The alleged felony will be tried in court

Suspect was allegedly intoxicated, friends of the victim are fundraising to pay medical bills

Tyler Boebert was released from jail on $10,000 bond on Sunday, the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office said

Professionals ran through simulation scenarios and networked resources for less frequent but critical emergencies

Advocates celebrate the addition of a sober living home alongside expanded treatment options and recovery groups

The course material wasn’t vetted by state evaluators and didn’t go through a public review process

They mapped out a strict spreadsheet beforehand, allowing them to perfectly time each stop

CPW pushes back against concerns it lacks sufficient data on furbearers

Second rider rushed to hospital with serious injuries

Man driving flatbed truck arrested in connection with crash

A second minor was airlifted to a hospital with serious injuries, authorities say

Death comes almost month after he and colleagues overcome by flames near Utah border

4 to 5 feet of debris covered U.S. Highway 550 north of Silverton

Crash occurred along U.S. Highway 550 on Thursday

Driver allegedly admitted to drinking three beers an hour before crash

Emergency workers responded to three-vehicle accident Saturday morning in Animas Valley

The GEO ICE detention facility is seen in Aurora on March 7, 2019. (Hart Van Denburg/CPR News) A woman was shot Thursday night after a protest outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in Aurora. An employee of GEO...

Construction between Ouray and Silverton scheduled to last through much of September

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The two-year-old rescue dog was lost on June 6

Next generation family member says he wants to listen, improve and innovate

Statement of organization was updated after the candidate won her primary for attorney general

More than 183 million Americans went outside for recreation in 2025

Agency’s plan remains in place, despite being struck down by federal judge

Fireworks, concerts, festivals and family games happening across region

Romero had 55.2% of the vote to Kelloff’s 44.8% when The Associated Press called the race at 8:01 p.m.

Communities to mark America’s 250th with festivals, family activities

Candidate was winning by 26 percentage points when the AP called the race

Hickenlooper, who is finishing his first term in the Senate, will face state Sen. Mark Baisley in the general election

Associated Press called race at 7:55 p.m.

Colorado’s Democratic primary for governor may be coming down to undecided voters

State’s three largest fossil fuel companies must pay about $2 million in fines

Winds carry smoke from 31,000-acre Cottonwood Fire across region

Bradley Clark, 53, out on bail for unrelated charges, arrested in connection to spray-painted vehicle

Park officials announce summer lineup to celebrate Indigenous history, including three free days

Independent nonprofit formed following dissolution of Home Builders Association of Southwest Colorado

The Ouray Mountain Rescue Team located the 32-year-old runner’s body near the 14,155-foot summit, after hikers reported finding his body

Lane closures and reduced speed limit could cause congested traffic

Town plans block party to ensure sparks will fly regardless of weather

One occurred on Camino del Rio in Durango; another took place on U.S. Highway 160 east of Bayfield

Agent allegedly tossed woman’s cellphone, threw her to the ground