Deschutes commissioners hold off on declaring state of severe drought
Deschutes County commissioners on Wednesday discussed, but did not decide upon a declaration of severe drought in the county, following up on area…
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C.O. nonprofit no longer able to offer paid employment to people with disabilities
In a letter to its workers and supporters, the Opportunity Foundation’s executive director said the nonprofit will no longer be able to offer paid…
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C.O. schools have plenty of homework to do to meet state’s COVID-19 guidelines
The Oregon Department of Education on Wednesday released Ready Schools, Safe Learners, the initial guidance for how public and private schools will…
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Bend- La Pine School Board adopts resolution to tackle racism, promote equity
The Bend- La Pine School Board met Tuesday night to discuss plans to fight systemic racism and eliminate inequalities throughout the system. The…
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DCSO adds ‘Blue Line Safety Zone’ at La Pine substation
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday it is now offering a Blue Line Safety Zone in the parking lot of its La Pine substation.…
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Oregon AG warns: Scammers may file for jobless benefits in your name
Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum is warning Oregonians that scammers may be taking advantage of the coronavirus pandemic to file for…
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BLM proposes expedited timber salvage review, update to forest management rules
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – The Bureau of Land Management is proposing updates to antiquated regulations governing administration of timber sales, as well…
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Portland mayor lays out first steps for police reform
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler says he will make policing changes that include ending the use of patrol officers on public…
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Smith Rock neighbors voice concerns, start petition over street parking, safety issues
With travel restrictions easing, Smith Rock State Park, Central Oregon’s world-renowned climbing spot, is again drawing big crowds — and that’s…
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Wyden wants public alerted about nursing homes taking COVID-19 stimulus checks
Senate Finance Committee Ranking member Ron Wyden wants DHS alerts to providers and public about some nursing homes illegally requiring Medicaid…
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Gov. Brown announces COVID-19 testing plan for long-term care facilities
Gov. Kate Brown announced Tuesday that Oregon will be implementing a comprehensive coronavirus testing plan to protect the residents and staff of…
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Bend Park & Rec, Redmond reopen playgrounds under new state Phase 2 guidance
The Bend Park and Recreation District announced Tuesday its 40-plus park playgrounds were reopening immediately, after Gov. Kate Brown’s office…
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Grand jury clears 3 deputies who shot, killed man
MILWAUKIE, Ore. (AP) — A grand jury has concluded that three Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office deputies were justified in their use of deadly…
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Oregon transit agencies seek spending flexibility
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — TriMet and Oregon’s smaller transit agencies want lawmakers to let them spend payroll tax dollars on basic operations,…
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PacifiCorp to pay feds $3.4 million in settlement over 2018 S. Oregon wildfire
PacifiCorp has agreed to pay $3.4 million to settle federal allegations related to a 2018 Southern Oregon wildfire that officials claim was caused by…
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Wyden, Merkley warn against president resuming explosive nuclear tests
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., and Rep. Bill Foster, D-Ill., led a bicameral group of 80 other colleagues Monday in urging President…
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Portland police chief resigns amid George Floyd protests
Not yet six months into her job as police chief, Jami Resch is stepping down from leading the Portland Police Bureau as protests over the death of…
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Swimming pools can reopen in Phase 2, but requirements prove challenging
Swimming pools are allowed to reopen in Phase 2 of Gov. Kate Brown’s reopening plan. Even so, Central Oregon pool operators and property managers…
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Wyden co-sponsors, Merkley backs ‘Justice in Policing Act’
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., on Monday co-sponsored legislation he said would hold police accountable, change the culture of law…
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Perkins announces run for Bend City Council seat
– Megan Perkins, local activist and co-founder of Embrace Bend, announced Monday her run for City Council in the November 2020 election for Position…
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