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KOTO News produces nightly news programming focusing on issues that affect the residents of Telluride and the surrounding region. We are a proud independent news outlet with a focus on producing accurate, informative and engaging content.

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  • Noticias 3-24-25

    March 24, 2025

    - Mountain Village y Telski se Enfrentan

    - Cinco Años de COVID-19

    - Hurd Presenta la Ley de Tierras Públicas Productivas

  • Newscast 3-24-25

    March 24, 2025

    -Federal Funding Confusion for Local Non-Profits

    -Mountain Village Increases Council Pay

    -Fighting Oligarchy Tour Comes to Denver

  • Federal Funding Confusion for Local Non-Profits

    March 24, 2025

    Eco-Action Partners and Sheep Mountain Alliance face uncertainty as an EPA funding freeze disrupts their federal grant. With little communication from the agency, the nonprofits are struggling to continue climate resilience work while seeking alternative funding.

  • Authors Explore a Modern American West

    March 24, 2025

    Discover A Watershed Moment: The American West in the Age of Limits, a new book exploring water scarcity, housing shortages, and community resilience in the evolving West.

  • Newscast 3-21-25

    March 21, 2025

    - Made in Telluride Celebrates Local Creatives

    - Authors Explore a Modern American West

    - Cat Movie Fisher with Risho Unda

  • Newscast 3-20-25

    March 20, 2025

    - Wolves in Southwest Colorado

    -A Time for Animals

    -West End Roundup with the San Miguel Basin Forum

  • Hurd Introduces Productive Public Lands Act

    March 20, 2025

    U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd introduces the Productive Public Lands Act, targeting Biden-era land management plans in Colorado. Local officials warn the legislation threatens wildlife protections and decades of collaboration.

  • Newscast 3-19-25

    March 19, 2025

    - Five Years of COVID-19

    - Hurd Introduces Productive Public Lands Act

    - Music Fills the Box Canyon and Beyond

  • “Off the Record” en español 3-18-25: Telluride Arts

    March 18, 2025

    Esta semana en “Off the Record" en español charlamos con Melanie Tavano, de Telluride Arts, sobre la organización y las oportunidades para la comunidad.

  • Brush Fire in Norwood Highlights Community Preparedness

    March 18, 2025

    A controlled burn near Norwood, Colo., spread to nearly two acres on March 11, fueled by high winds. Fire Chief John Bockrath warns of increasing wildfire risks due to low moisture and advises caution with controlled burns.

  • Zombie Apocalypse Visits The West End

    March 18, 2025

    Discover how N3's Theater's latest production, '10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse,' brings humor and creativity to the West End community. Featuring local students and led by Brock Benson, this thrilling comedy explores unique survival tactics against zombies while showcasing the transformative power of theater.

  • Newscast 3-17-25

    March 17, 2025

    - Airport Expansion Draws Eyes of Deep Creek Homeowners

    - G is for Government Previews Telluride Town Council

    - Capitol Conversation Talks Gun Regulation

  • Noticias 3-17-25

    March 17, 2025

    - Mountain Village Cumple 30 Años 

    - Radio Esperanza 

    - Salud Pública Anima a Vacunarse Contra el Sarampión

  • Newscast 3-14-25

    March 14, 2025

    - Mountain Village and Telski Go To Battle

    - Mining Sees More Regulation in San Miguel County

    - Public Health Encourages Measles Vaccination

  • Newscast 3-13-25

    March 13, 2025

    - Zombie Apocalypse Visits the West End

    - Norwood Funds Energy Upgrades

    - Redundant Water Line in Norwood Sees Progress