SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — In keeping with past practice, Oregon Secretary of State LaVonne Griffin-Valade on Tuesday released a preliminary list of candidates to appear on the 2024 Democratic and Republican Primary ballots for Oregon’s May 21 primary election. “The 2024 Primary Election is just four months away,” said Griffin-Valade. “I want to remind Oregonians to
Continue ReadingBy ALANNA DURKIN RICHER and COLLEEN LONG Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal prosecutors are urging a judge to reject Hunter Biden’s efforts to dismiss the gun charges against him, revealing that investigators last year found cocaine residue on the pouch the president’s son used to hold his gun. In pushing for the case against
Continue ReadingBy SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer Much of the United States is shivering through brutal cold as most of the rest of the world is feeling unusually warm weather. However strange it sounds, that contradiction fits snugly in explanations of what climate change is doing to Earth, scientists said. In a map of global temperatures
Continue ReadingBy CLAIRE RUSH Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The Pacific Northwest was bracing for freezing rain and ice Tuesday even as tens of thousands of residents struggled with a dayslong power outage wrought by a weekend storm that was blamed for at least seven deaths. Freezing rain was forecast in the Seattle area, and
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By CLAIRE RUSH Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The Pacific Northwest was bracing for freezing rain and ice Tuesday even as tens of thousands of residents struggled with a dayslong power outage wrought by a weekend storm that was blamed for at least seven deaths. Freezing rain was forecast in the Seattle area, and
Continue ReadingBy THOMAS ADAMSON AP Fashion Writer PARIS (AP) — It was Wild West meets melting pot America at the Louis Vuitton Fall-Winter 2024 men’s show Tuesday, where musician-turned-designer Pharrell Williams unveiled his highly-anticipated sophomore collection. The show, set against the dramatic silhouette of the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris, masterfully channeled Americana, with Native American
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — East Cascade Women’s Clinic said Tuesday it is excited to announce the opening of their second clinic, located at 865 SW Veterans Way in Redmond. The clinic prides itself on offering quality, compassionate care for women of all ages. This location opened January 4th and is now taking appointments. In addition
Continue ReadingCNN By Ebony Davis, CNN (CNN) — Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley claimed the US has “never been a racist country” during an interview with Fox News on Tuesday. Haley’s remarks were in response to MSNBC host Joy Reid’s comments on whether Haley could win the GOP nomination as a woman of color. Haley suggested Reid “lives
Continue ReadingBy MICHAEL RUBINKAM Associated Press A federal judge says an Ohio elected official’s constitutional rights were violated when her colleagues on a county board of commissioners had her arrested for criticizing the sheriff during a public meeting. The judge ruled in favor of Trumbull County Commissioner Niki Frenchko in her lawsuit against several county officials.
Continue ReadingNEWARK, N.J. (AP) — St. John’s coach Rick Pitino is recovering from COVID-19 and will miss his team’s game against Seton Hall on Tuesday night. The school announced his absence about three hours before tipoff. Associate coach Steve Masiello will serve as the Red Storm’s acting coach against the Pirates and will handle media responsibilities.
Continue ReadingBy Jennifer Hansler, CNN (CNN) — The Biden administration on Wednesday re-designated the Houthis as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) entity amid continued attacks by the Yemen-based militia. Administration officials said the SDGT designation is aimed at deterring the Houthis from their ongoing aggression in the Red Sea. It is latest in a series of US actions targeting
Continue ReadingBy WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The prospect of a JetBlue-Spirit Airlines merger took a major hit in court on Tuesday when a federal judge sided with the Biden administration and blocked the $3.8 billion deal. The judge ruled that JetBlue’s purchase of Spirit, the nation’s largest low-cost airline, would harm
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Aperion Management Group, a leading organization committed to making a positive impact in the community, is delighted to announce a generous donation of $7,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon as part of their annual holiday Pay It Forward campaign. This philanthropic initiative is a testament to Aperion Management
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Oregon, announced Tuesday that he has nominated 14 Oregon students for acceptance to the prestigious United States service academies. Bentz’ Service Academy Nomination Board — retired and active-duty military officers who interview potential candidates for the service academies — recommended each student based on their academic performance, extracurricular involvement, and
Continue ReadingBy Morgan Rimmer, CNN (CNN) — Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley, who is 90 years old, is being treated at a hospital in Iowa for an infection, his office announced Tuesday. “Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is receiving antibiotic infusions at an area hospital to treat an infection,” his office said in a brief statement. “He is
Continue ReadingBy Ebony Davis, CNN (CNN) — Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley claimed the US has “never been a racist country” during an interview with Fox News on Tuesday. Haley’s remarks were in response to MSNBC host Joy Reid’s comments on whether Haley could win the GOP nomination as a woman of color. Haley suggested Reid “lives in
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of John Reed, former Citigroup CEO. Personal Birth date: February 7, 1939 Birth place: Chicago, Illinois Birth name: John Shepard Reed Father: name not known publicly – plant manager for Armour & Company Mother: name not known publicly Marriage: Cynthia “Cindy” (McCarthy) Reed (September
Continue ReadingCNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of Elton John, award-winning singer, composer and pianist. Personal Birth date: March 25, 1947 Birth place: Pinner, Middlesex, England Birth name: Reginald Kenneth Dwight Father: Stanley Dwight, a Royal Air Force officer Mother: Sheila (Harris) Dwight Marriages: David Furnish (2014-present); Renate Blauel (1984-1988, divorced)
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Chamber has warned its members of scammers posing as the organization and emailing with an offer to purchase a list of 1000+ attendees/registrants/members from “Bend Chamber of Commerce 2023.” “If you receive such an email, please do not respond and simply delete it,” the business organization said in its
Continue ReadingBy Rene Marsh, CNN (CNN) — Health advocates and activists plan to intensify their push for a ban on menthol cigarettes this week, ratcheting up pressure on the White House ahead of what they say is a critical deadline. Advocates say January 20 is a key day for the decision because the US Food and
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