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Driver in Main Avenue crash dies from injuries; co-workers mourn loss

Mario Garcia worked as a kitchen manager at Steamworks Brewing Co. in Durango

DATE: May 25, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

One killed, five injured in head-on crash near Hesperus on U.S. Highway 160

Chief and EMS captain of Pleasant View Fire Department suffered serious injuries

DATE: May 23, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Two Durango women killed in head-on crash on U.S. Highway 160 near Bayfield

Driver suspected of being under the influence of drugs, alcohol

DATE: Apr 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

‘Deplorable’ practices inspire Colorado bill that would give state more power to inspect funeral homes

Sen. Don Coram: ‘This is just vital that we give this bill full consideration’

DATE: Mar 10, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Update: Three people found dead in Cortez motel room are identified

Officials: No foul play suspected; drug use a possible cause

DATE: Mar 8, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Deaths on the rise in Southwest Colorado, putting stress on county coroners

Population increase plays a role, but something more is at play

DATE: Mar 6, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Update: Three people found dead in Cortez hotel room identified

Officials: No foul play suspected; drug use a possible cause

DATE: Mar 4, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man who carried Silverton newspaper on his back for years dies, age 63

Mark Esper made an impact on the small mountain town, resident says

DATE: Feb 22, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hesperus woman who died in crash at New Mexico state line is ID’d

Heather Taylor, 29, had four children, did online sales and was active with church

DATE: Feb 18, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man hit, killed by driver while setting up work zone east of Durango

Ignacio woman suspected of distracted driving, swerving into parked truck

DATE: Feb 14, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Rep. Lauren Boebert pays tribute to former Sheriff Duke Schirard

Congresswoman gives flag and copy of speech to his ex-wife

DATE: Jan 21, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado State Patrol lowers tolerance to curb fatal car crashes in La Plata, Montezuma counties

Reckless driving is on the rise in Southwest Colorado. This year, the Colorado State Patrol saw a 40% increase in fatal crashes in La Plata County. In Montezuma County, the crash fatality ra...

DATE: Dec 7, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News