Black parents say movement to ban critical race theory is ruining their children’s education
By Nicquel Terry Ellis and Eva McKend, CNN When Danielle Atkinson’s daughter brought home a second-grade assignment that highlighted…
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Bend Park & Rec winter recreation programs registration opens next Tuesday
With the New Year around the corner, Bend Park and Recreation District is opening registration for winter recreation programs beginning Tuesday, Dec.…
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China clears Boeing 737 Max to fly again
By JOE McDONALD AP Business Writer BEIJING (AP) — China’s air regulator has cleared the Boeing 737 Max to return to flying with technical…
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$185K grant from Meyer Memorial Trust reinforces COCC’s equity programs
Central Oregon Community College’s office of diversity and inclusion was recently awarded a $184,902 grant from the Meyer Memorial Trust’s…
Continue Reading EXPLAINER: What are the rules for travelers entering the US?
By DAVID KOENIG AP Airlines Writer President Joe Biden’s latest measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 will increase the hassle factor of…
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EXPLAINER: What are the rules for travelers entering the US?
By DAVID KOENIG AP Airlines Writer President Joe Biden’s latest measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 will increase the hassle factor of…
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Harris brushes off question on staff shake-up after senior adviser announces departure
By Donald Judd and Jasmine Wright, CNN Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday offered praise for her departing senior adviser, Symone Sanders,…
Continue Reading Biden to attend Kennedy Center Honors, resuming tradition
By DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will be in the house for the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday. Biden…
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KMOV I-Team helps return antique watch to family
By JOHN O’SULLIVAN Click here for updates on this story ST. LOUIS (KMOV) — A wristwatch is supposed to keep time,…
Continue Reading Man arrested in death of Jacqueline Avant, music icon’s wife
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — A 29-year-old man has been arrested in the death of philanthropist Jacqueline Avant, who was fatally shot at the…
Continue Reading Man arrested in death of Jacqueline Avant, music icon’s wife
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — A 29-year-old man has been arrested in the death of philanthropist Jacqueline Avant, who was fatally shot at the…
Continue Reading Adult sperm whale carcass washes up on Kauai, Hawaii’s north shore
By Matthew Nuttle Click here for updates on this story LIHUE, Hawaii (KITV) — The carcass of an adult sperm whale has…
Continue Reading UAW votes for direct election of leaders in wake of scandal
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) — Members of the United Auto Workers union have overwhelmingly approved picking their leaders by direct…
Continue Reading UAW votes for direct election of leaders in wake of scandal
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT (AP) — Members of the United Auto Workers union have overwhelmingly approved picking their leaders by direct…
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Deschutes River Conservancy, Deschutes Land Trust partner to boost Whychus Creek flows
The Deschutes River Conservancy and Deschutes Land Trust announced Thursday a water rights transfer that will help return more water to Whychus…
Continue Reading Court hears debate over accused synagogue shooter’s words
By MARK SCOLFORO Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Federal prosecutors say a Pittsburgh synagogue massacre defendant’s statements at the…
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Vikings bring DT Tomlinson back from COVID-19 reserve list
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have activated defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson from the COVID-19 reserve list. Tomlinson is a welcomed…
Continue Reading Blues’ Binnington, Faulk enter NHL COVID-19 protocol
By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Hockey Writer St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington and defenseman Justin Faulk have entered the NHL’s COVID-19…
Continue Reading Biden tells Americans ‘we have so much ahead of us’ during National Christmas Tree lighting
By Maegan Vazquez, CNN President Joe Biden expressed optimism for the future of the country during the National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on…
Continue Reading No. 2 Wolverines, No. 15 Hawkeyes play for Big Ten title
By The Associated Press With the losing streak to Ohio State finally over, No. 2 Michigan will focus Saturday on ending its Big Ten titel drought.…
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