Warm Springs Tribes receive nearly $7 million federal grant to expand high-speed internet
The Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration announced Wednesday it has awarded nine grants as…
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Oregon’s jobless rate rises to 4.4% in November, highest in over a year
Oregon’s unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in November from 4.1% in October, the state Employment Department reported Wednesday. The state’s…
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Oregon’s new high-capacity magazine ban still in court limbo
By GILLIAN FLACCUS Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — An Oregon judge on Tuesday extended an order blocking a key part of a tough new…
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Gov. Kate Brown commutes the sentences of all 17 death row inmates to life in prison without parole
Gov. Kate Brown announced Tuesday that she will use her executive clemency powers to commute the sentences of the 17 individuals on Oregon’s death…
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Gov.-elect Kotek names James Schroeder new interim director of Oregon Health Authority
Gov.-elect Tina Kotek announced Tuesday that she is appointing James Schroeder as Interim Director of the Oregon Health Authority. Schroeder will…
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Wyden, FCC to host Wednesday webinar for Oregonians on new broadband maps
Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., announced Tuesday that he and federal broadband officials will be hosting a virtual discussion on Wednesday for Oregonians…
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Oregon average gas prices fall below $4 a gallon for first time since Feb. 23, AAA Oregon/Idaho reports
For the first time since Feb. 23, the Oregon average for regular unleaded has dropped below $4 a gallon. Gas prices continue to fall in all 50 states…
Continue ReadingCity of Bend begins online community survey as council sets goals for next two years
The City of Bend is seeking community feedback to guide priorities and direction for the next two years. The city recently concluded a phone survey,…
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Bend-La Pine Schools explain decision to hold Monday classes as heavy snow prompts others to cancel
While many Central Oregonians were out enjoying several inches of Sunday snowfall, school districts across the High Desert were faced with the…
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City of Bend calls in contract crews to help clear streets, outlines snow-removal priorities
A bit earlier than usual, the city of Bend called in contract crews Sunday night to help clear streets of several inches of snow, focusing first on…
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Armed man arrested after standoff at Washington courthouse
EVERETT, Wash. (AP) — A courthouse in Washington state was locked down for several hours on Monday as authorities negotiated with and later…
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Fighting fire with fire: ODF seeking advisory panel members for new ‘certified burn manager’ program
The Oregon Department of Forestry said Monday it is seeking members for an advisory committee for its new Certified Burn Manager Program, one of many…
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Bend Fire & Rescue begins community survey on local option fire levy
People in Bend and the surrounding Deschutes County Rural Fire District area may receive a call or a text in mid-December asking participants to…
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Oregon’s Rosenblum, other AGs announce $10.7 billion opioid settlements with CVS and Walgreens
Oregon Attorney General Rosenblum, along with many of her AG colleagues across the country, announced Monday a national agreement totaling $10.7…
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Oregon loses 2nd elections director in as many years
By ANDREW SELSKY Associated Press SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Oregon is losing its second elections director in as many years with the current one…
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Oregon Legislative Emergency Board approves $10 million to address public defense crisis
The Joint Legislative Emergency Board convened Friday to approve $10 million in emergency funding to support defendants across the state who are…
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Oregon State Hospital says it’s back in ‘substantial’ compliance with Medicare, Medicaid
Officials with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have determined Oregon State Hospital is now in substantial compliance with the…
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‘We’re about customer service’: Bend Police get high grades from first SPIDR Tech surveys
A texting system called SPIDR Tech first rolled out in April and helped better connect Bend Police and the community they serve. In its quarterly…
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Oregon elections director Scroggin resigns
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Friday, Elections Director Deborah Scroggin submitted her letter of resignation to Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan.…
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Arnold Irrigation District clears final federal hurdle for 12-mile canal-piping project, but legal challenge continues
The Arnold Irrigation District announced this week that it has received final federal authorization for its 12-mile canal-piping project, which…
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