Ralph Nader Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the life of consumer advocate and former candidate for president Ralph Nader. Personal Birth date: February 27, 1934 Birth…
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A comedian handed out $13,000 to hospitality workers at a New York bar
A New York City waitstaff received a surprise gift last week after a comedian handed out thousands of dollars raised by her online fans. Robyn Schall…
Continue ReadingAfter 68 years in prison, America’s oldest juvenile lifer was released
Joe Ligon, believed to be the oldest and longest-serving juvenile lifer in the United States, has been released from a Pennsylvania prison after…
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Black History Month spotlight: Black Voices in Bend, Pt. 2
As we celebrate Black History Month, NewsChannel 21 is recognizing and honoring Black figures in our community who are making a difference in the…
Continue ReadingJames ‘Whitey’ Bulger’s former rogue FBI informant handler John Connolly granted conditional medical release from prison
The former rogue FBI informant handler for mob boss James “Whitey” Bulger will be released from a Florida prison on a conditional medical…
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Biden postponing Michigan trip due to weather
President Joe Biden is postponing his trip to Michigan on Thursday due to travel concerns over weather, including forecast snow and ice in the…
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Coming to terms with chronic illness and grief over what’s lost
Tessa Miller was just 23 when her nightmare of deadly infections, procedures and misdiagnoses began. Over the next several years, Miller tried dozens…
Continue ReadingA woman struggles to use portable oxygen tank. A family sleeps in a car to keep warm. These are the stories of the Texas storm
As winter storms and freezing temperatures continue to wreak havoc across Texas, many are having to fight for survival. Millions in the state remain…
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High Desert Stampede returning to Redmond, with COVID restrictions
High Desert Stampede returning, with COVID…
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Songbird salmonella outbreak prompts C.O. concern, feeder advice
Wildlife officials are concerned about a salmonella outbreak among songbirds in Central Oregon. You’re asked to take down your bird feeder for the…
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Warm Springs recovering from initial hard hit of COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has really changed the way of living on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation, according to Louie Pitt, Jr, director of…
Continue ReadingKey Democrats unhappy with Biden’s reluctance to cancel $50,000 in student debt
President Joe Biden’s rejection of calls to eliminate up to $50,000 of student loan debt has prompted sharp responses from his allies on…
Continue ReadingDemi Lovato reveals she had multiple strokes, brain damage after overdose
Demi Lovato is under no obligation to share the deeply personal story of her struggle with mental health and addiction with the public, but the…
Continue ReadingWhite House says teacher vaccinations are ‘not a requirement to reopen’ schools
White House officials stressed Wednesday that while they do not believe teachers need to be vaccinated in order to reopen schools, they think…
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Rep. Cliff Bentz talks of atmosphere at fenced US Capitol
New U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Ore., talked Wednesday with NewsChannel 21 about the security and atmosphere surrounding the Capitol in the wake of the…
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Democrats demand answers about USPS delays and question postmaster general’s leadership
Congressional Democrats are calling on Postmaster General Louis DeJoy to protect the country’s mail from future delivery delays and raising…
Continue ReadingFacebook won’t let users in Australia share news
People in Australia can no longer find news on Facebook. Facebook said Wednesday that people and publishers in Australia cannot share and view news…
Continue ReadingAnother battle Texans wage as they deal with the winter weather: Water problems
As millions across Texas battle power outages and freezing temperatures during the massive winter storm, one element has proved especially…
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‘Menu of the Year’: COCC scholarship fundraiser becomes a virtual fete
Its venue might be virtual this year, but the Central Oregon Community College Foundation’s annual scholarship fundraising event — now in its…
Continue ReadingPro-Biden outside group launching with White House’s blessing
President Joe Biden is getting outside reinforcements to help promote and build support for his policy agenda in the form of a new nonprofit advocacy…
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