February 2021

A busy ‘calm before the storm’: Central Oregon road crews gear up for snow, ice

February 10, 2021 7:04 pm KTVZ

While the weather Wednesday was sunny and in the high 40s, David Abbas, director at Bend Transportation and Mobility, knows what is coming.

‘You’re upside down, Tom’: Congressman appears upside-down on video during hearing

February 10, 2021 7:02 pm CNN Newsource

Rep. Tom Emmer made a topsy-turvy video entrance during a hearing on Wednesday — in fact, he was literally upside-down. Emmer, a Minnesota Republican, appeared inverted when joining a House Financial Services Committee hearing via video. “Today’s gig economy sprung up from the last recession, it offers a job to anyone who wants one,” a

‘Not enough time’: C.O. restaurants scramble to prep, reopen indoor dining

February 10, 2021 6:50 pm KTVZ

The managers and workers at many restaurants in Deschutes County are moving fast, preparing to reopen for limited indoor dining on Friday.

January 6 was the crime of the century

February 10, 2021 6:39 pm CNN Newsource

The phrase “crime of the century” has been used to describe the most enduring, sensationalist scandals that rocked our nation — the kidnapping of the Charles Lindbergh baby, the Son of Sam murders, the OJ Simpson case and the JonBenet Ramsey murder. These were the crimes and tragedies that captivated America because they were so

Bend Park and Rec weighs ways to balance riverside access, protect habitat

February 10, 2021 6:22 pm KTVZ

Over time, the Deschutes riverfront in Bend, has taken a beating, and it has not been restored in more than 10 years. That’s why the Bend Park and Recreation District said it’s time for some improvements.

DOJ and House managers zero in on far-right Proud Boys’ role in Capitol attack

February 10, 2021 6:22 pm CNN Newsource

In the federal investigation into the Proud Boys and their role in the Capitol insurrection, the Justice Department is pursuing several members of the organization and arguing in court in recent days that the group poses an active threat to the public. But prosecutors haven’t publicly connected all the dots yet between the group’s members,

Fully vaccinated people can skip Covid quarantines, CDC says

February 10, 2021 6:19 pm CNN Newsource

People who have been fully vaccinated against coronavirus — right now that means with two doses of either the Pfizer/BioNTech or Moderna vaccine — can skip quarantine if they are exposed to someone infected with the virus, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday. That doesn’t mean they should stop taking precautions,

Black History Month spotlight: Black Voices in Bend

February 10, 2021 6:02 pm KTVZ

As we celebrate Black History Month, NewsChannel 21 is recognizing and honoring Black figures in our community who are trailblazers, effecting change.

New security video shows Officer Eugene Goodman potentially saving Mitt Romney from mob during Capitol riot

February 10, 2021 5:43 pm CNN Newsource

New security footage presented during former President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial showed even more heroics from Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman, including potentially saving Sen. Mitt Romney from the violent mob that breached the US Capitol. The security video, which the House impeachment managers played for the first time Wednesday, shows Goodman running as the

With new footage, House managers show violent scenes from the Capitol riots in their case against Trump

February 10, 2021 5:43 pm CNN Newsource

House impeachment managers Wednesday aired disturbing and gripping footage showing how rioters violently attacked officers as they breached the Capitol on January 6 — and came dangerously close to reaching lawmakers and then-Vice President Mike Pence as they fled the House and Senate. The House’s presentation included never-before-seen Capitol security camera footage, body camera footage

Upgraded winter storm warning

February 10, 2021 5:24 pm KTVZ

The storm will then settle in through Saturday night.

Sisters High School students create interpretive trail signage

February 10, 2021 5:18 pm KTVZ

Biology and art students at Sisters High School are working to create two interpretive signs along the popular Tollgate trail that winds through the Trout Creek Conservation Area near the school. The signs will include information and artwork about native plants and animals. The signs are expected to be installed this spring.

Here’s what we know about the Buffalo, Minnesota, shooting suspect

February 10, 2021 5:18 pm CNN Newsource

Authorities have identified the suspect in the Buffalo, Minnesota, shooting as Gregory Ulrich. One person is dead and four others were injured after Ulrich, 67, allegedly opened fire Tuesday at the Allina Health Care Clinic. One person died at Hennepin County Medical Center, according to hospital spokeswoman Christine Hill. Allina Health identified her as Lindsay

Oregon Diversity Legal Job Fair planned online

February 10, 2021 5:10 pm KTVZ

The Washington County District Attorney’s Office is hosting a statewide Oregon Diversity Legal Job Fair online March 9-10. Details can be found at: https://www.odljf.org/

Wednesday PM Snow Report

February 10, 2021 5:08 pm KTVZ

The latest system moving through the Cascades has dropped no new snow. We’ll continue to update you as snow totals are posted.

Summit High School Environmental Club planting trees; you can buy one

February 10, 2021 5:03 pm KTVZ

Students in Summit High School’s Environmental Club want to plant 187 trees this spring, and they need your help. You can go to https://www.tree-plenishevents.org/summit to purchase a tree.

It’s Free Fishing Weekend across Oregon

February 10, 2021 5:00 pm KTVZ News Partners

Make fishing part of your Presidents Day weekend/Valentine’s Day plans. Everyone can fish, clam and crab for free in Oregon on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 13-14.

Decision to seek federal search warrant in Rudy Giuliani probe could be early test for Biden’s DOJ

February 10, 2021 4:42 pm CNN Newsource

New York federal prosecutors investigating Rudy Giuliani’s activities in Ukraine raised the prospect of seeking a search warrant late last year for the lawyer’s communications but were met with resistance from Justice Department officials in Washington over the strength of their evidence, people familiar with the discussions said. Justice Department officials in Washington said a

NeighborImpact, Dutch Bros partner for ‘Dutch Luv’ day to aid hunger relief

February 10, 2021 4:38 pm KTVZ News Partners

NeighborImpact is partnering with the country’s largest independent drive-thru coffee company, Dutch Bros Coffee, on Sunday to raise awareness and funds for hunger relief.

Bruce Springsteen arrested on DWI charges in November

February 10, 2021 4:36 pm CNN Newsource

Bruce Springsteen was arrested in a national park in New Jersey in November on charges of driving under the influence, according to a spokeswoman for the Gateway National Recreational Area in Sandy Hook, NJ. He was charged with DWI, reckless driving, and consuming alcohol in a closed area, spokeswoman Brenda Ling told CNN. “Springsteen was

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