Gene Sperling, a former top economic official in the last two Democratic presidential administrations, will serve as the point person in overseeing the implementation of the newly signed $1.9 trillion Covid relief law, the White House confirmed Monday. “Gene has spent more than a decade at the highest level of government, including as a senior
Continue ReadingThe Chinese capital was choking on sand and dust on Monday, as the biggest sandstorm in nearly a decade swept over the city turning the skies an eerie shade of orange. Photos from Beijing, home to 21.7 million residents, show skyscrapers and cars shrouded in a thick haze, with air quality indexes recording a “hazardous”
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Just in time for the change of season, there’s a new trail section open that connects Discovery Park to Shevlin Park on Bend’s westside, the Bend Park & Recreation District said Monday.
Continue ReadingClick here for updates on this story LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas (KFSM ) — Laquita Bradley hasn’t slept for 24 hours. When she did wake up Sunday morning in her daughter’s room, she said she thought her daughter would be there. 10-year old Ja’Aliyah Hughes was shot at Boyles Park Saturday afternoon and later died in
Continue ReadingBig banks face competition from startup challengers on fees, apps and direct deposits. During the Covid era, that battle is expanding to which company can pay out stimulus checks the fastest. Big-bank customers complained over the weekend about how their $1,400 stimulus payments were still pending in their bank accounts. Those payments may not arrive
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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has long touted himself as a women’s rights champion and, with the birth of the #MeToo movement, frequently spoke about his role in reshaping state laws and regulations to meet the moment of reckoning. But as allegations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior pile up against the third-term Democratic governor,
Continue ReadingThe title “Zack Snyder’s Justice League” pretty much says it all, representing the culmination of a campaign that — like a certain Man of Steel — brought the director’s epic version of the 2017 movie to life. It’s a fascinating exercise and superior to its predecessor, but clocking in at four hours, the operatic highs
Continue ReadingClick here for updates on this story ST. LOUIS (KMOV) — The St. Louis County family courts can be an emotional venue for child custody battles. Multiple women are making their cases public to shine a light on a system they claim is all about the money. Cortney Nolan said her contentious divorce costs upwards
Continue ReadingClick here for updates on this story ELKHART, Indiana (WBND) — “Elkhart Indiana incarcerates a lot of men and women per capita probably a lot more than other cities, and there is a lot of jobs here, so upon release a lot of men do not have the structure or encouragement or support to be
Continue ReadingBillie Eilish had a bit of an ‘Adele 2017’ moment at Sunday night’s Grammys. That’s the year Adele insisted that she didn’t deserve her album of the year win because it should have gone to Beyoncé for “Lemonade.” This time around, Eilish won record of the year for “Everything I Wanted” and shouted out rapper
Continue ReadingDerek Chauvin’s defense attorney Eric Nelson asked the court Monday to delay Chauvin’s criminal trial and move the venue in the wake of a $27 million civil settlement between Minneapolis and George Floyd’s family. In a hearing Monday, Nelson said he is “gravely concerned” by the announcement, calling it “incredibly prejudicial.” “It’s amazing to me,
Continue Reading Two men have been arrested and charged for assaulting US Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, who died after responding on January 6 to hundreds of rioters who stormed the Capitol, according to court filings. CNN previously reported that authorities had winnowed it down to a handful of suspects and that new video evidence from the
Continue ReadingLizzo loves Harry Styles. The singer and rapper showed her love for her friend Styles at the 63rd annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, posting a picture to Instagram of the two backstage right after Styles won his first-ever Grammy for best pop solo performance for his hit track, “Watermelon Sugar.” “HARRY WON A GRAMMY !!!!
Continue ReadingIf you feel like calling it a day and dozing off for a bit, don’t feel bad — Monday, March 15, is National Napping Day. Finding the time to rejuvenate and recover amid daily responsibilities can be hard, but napping has benefits that could help you level up in your overall health and productivity —
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America’s Black women hold more than 90% less wealth than American White men, Goldman Sachs revealed in a new report Tuesday. In response, Goldman announced on Wednesday it will invest $10 billion into areas that will impact the lives of one million Black women by 2030. Goldman will partner with Black women-led organizations and institutions
Continue ReadingHere is a look at the life of Pope Francis, the current pope and first non-European pontiff of the modern era. Personal Birth date: December 17, 1936 Birth place: Buenos Aires, Argentina Birth name: Jorge Mario Bergoglio Father: Mario Bergoglio Mother: Regina (Sivori) Bergoglio Religion: Roman Catholic Other Facts The first Jesuit pope. The first
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Oregon could do a better job setting up high school students for careers once they graduate, according to a new analysis.
Continue ReadingRecent stock market volatility is once again showcasing the virtues of a balanced portfolio. Some experts have been warning for a while that the spectacular run for top tech stocks — one that has lifted the Nasdaq and S&P 500 over the past few years — would have to end eventually. And now, the investors
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Cascade Relays is thrilled to host a new and unique event called the Big Butte Challenge, March 20 to May 31. From Spring Break to Memorial Day, the Big Butte Challenge will challenge runners, walkers and hikers to enjoy this unique and safe event!
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With warmer days and anticipated improved public health conditions on the way, Bend Park and Recreation District is opening registration for summer recreation programs beginning Tuesday, April 20.
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