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Launch Your Career in Emergency Communications!
The City of Cortez is seeking two highly reliable individuals who are ready to step into a meaningful career as Emergency Communications Tec...
Read MoreProtecting Cortez by Getting Drugs Off the Streets
The Montezuma Cortez Narcotics Investigation Team (MCNIT), a partnership between the Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office and the Cortez Poli...
Read MoreYou Are Remembered 5.29.1998
Today we honor Officer Dale Claxton, who was killed in the line of duty on May 29, 1998. His sacrifice marked the beginning of what became k...
Read MoreCortez Dispatcher, Aimee Raygoza Shares Candid Look at Dispa...
Dispatcher Aimee Raygoza delivered a compelling breakout session presentation at the Colorado NENA/APCO Conference on Wednesday, May 6, 2026...
Read MoreStaying Safe: Recognizing Human Trafficking Red Flags
At the suggestion of one of our viewers, (Thanks Justine!), we’re sharing a community awareness post about recognizing potential human tra...
Read MoreCOMMUNITY THANK YOU POST — 15,000 FOLLOWERS on FACEBOOK!
Cortez and Montezuma County, thank you. Because of your support, engagement, and willingness to stay connected with us, the Cortez Police De...
Read MoreHow Texting 911 Helps Dispatchers Help You
Did you know that texting 911 has been available in Montezuma County for some time, but many people still don’t realize it is an option? &...
Read MoreAnonymous Tips Make a Difference — Thank You, Cortez!
The Cortez Police Department truly appreciates every anonymous tip our community sends in. Your willingness to speak up helps us keep our ne...
Read More🏁 Vision Zero: The Goal for 2026 and Beyond
Every preventable crash, injury, or fatality is one too many. Your words matter to us, and we heard you loud and clear about the dangers of ...
Read MoreNew to Cortez? Stay Safe with the Everbridge Alert App!
Are you a new resident in the Cortez area? Add the Montezuma County Everbridge Emergency Alert System app to your phone today for severe wea...
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Created Nov 29, 2025 / Updated Dec 16, 2025
Today, we stop for a moment to remember Sergeant Michael Moran, a dedicated Cortez police officer who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on November 29, 2023. It's hard to believe it's been two years since we lost our friend. Sergeant Moran was a guardian, a frien...
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Case
Created Aug 21, 2025 / Updated Apr 28, 2026
4/28/26- Salt is set for a plea hearing on 5/13/26 at 1pm and Holiday is set for a plea hearing on 5/7/26 at 9am 2/8/25 from The Journal: Salt’s arraignment is scheduled for March 19 at 3 p.m. Holiday, also charged with murder and assault, waived her right to a pr...
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Jun 1, 2026
The City of Cortez is seeking two highly reliable individuals who are ready to step into a meaningful career as Emergency Communications Technicians (911 Dispatchers) with the Cortez Police Department. In this role, you become the first voice people hear in moments of crisis, ...
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Created May 13, 2026 / Updated May 29, 2026
Today we honor Officer Dale Claxton, who was killed in the line of duty on May 29, 1998. His sacrifice marked the beginning of what became known as 1998’s notorious Four Corners manhunt, one of the largest in Colorado history. As many as 500 officers searched for more than two...
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Broadcast
May 28, 2026
The stoplights at the East Y intersection of Highway 145 and Highway 160 (near the new Maverick) are currently not functioning. Please use caution when approaching this area and treat the intersection as a four‑way stop until the signals are restored. There is no estimated rep...
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May 26, 2026
The Montezuma Cortez Narcotics Investigation Team (MCNIT), a partnership between the Montezuma County Sheriff’s Office and the Cortez Police Department, continues to work diligently to remove dangerous narcotics from our communities and improve public safety. Since the beginni...
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Created May 5, 2026 / Updated Jun 2, 2026
In observance of Memorial Day, the Cortez Police Department's administrative offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th. This closure will not affect our emergency services, which remain available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you have an emergency, please call or text 911...
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Created May 14, 2026 / Updated Jun 2, 2026
The Cortez Police Department happily congratulates the Class of 2026 on this incredible achievement! As you celebrate this milestone, we want to remind you that your future is full of endless possibilities. As you embark on this new chapter, we encourage you to be responsible,...
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Created May 6, 2026 / Updated May 15, 2026
Dispatcher Aimee Raygoza delivered a compelling breakout session presentation at the Colorado NENA/APCO Conference on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, titled “What Happens in Dispatch Doesn’t Stay in Dispatch.” Speaking to a standing room only crowd, Raygoza shared the trauma she exper...
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Created Apr 30, 2026 / Updated Jun 2, 2026
Please join us in congratulating Officer Joeseph Yen on his transition to the role of Detective with the Cortez Police Department, effective May 11, 2026. Joe began his journey with CPD on December 30, 2019 after attending the PCC Academy and graduating in May 2020. This is hi...
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