Biden is trying to salvage his campaign. Democrats say things are only getting worse
By Annie Grayer, Lauren Fox and MJ Lee, CNN (CNN) — President Joe Biden has said repeatedly that there is a simple cure for his political…
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La Pine homeless camper jailed on reckless burning charge after unattended burn pit sparks fire in forest near homes
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A  homeless camp resident was arrested Wednesday afternoon on a reckless burning charge, accused of leaving a burn pit…
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‘Really kind of a cluster:’ Redmond revises weekend traffic plans after issues with last year’s FairWell Festival
With the second annual FairWell Festival returning to Redmond this weekend, many are reminded of the traffic issues and frustrations many experienced…
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‘It’s good having people who care’: Outreach Outpost holds first organization hub in the forest to help China Hat’s homeless
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Those living deep in the forest off China Hat Road were provided with water, medical services and veterinary aid on Wednesday. It…
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Deschutes commissioners hear appeal of Juniper Preserve psilocybin facility denial; debate focuses on legality of BLM access
Deschutes County commissioners heard an appeal Wednesday of a hearings officer’s denial of a psilocybin facility at the Juniper Preserve resort…
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It’s a boy, and he’s named ‘Bugsy’: Oregon Zoo welcomes roly-poly armadillo baby
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Zoo’s armadillo family grew by three tiny bands last month as parents Max and Toby welcomed a new pup.…
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Falls Fire north of Burns tops 91,000 acres, 0% contained; 1,400 firefighters on it; fire less active than predicted
The week-old Falls Fire burning in Harney and Grant counties about 13 miles north of Burns continues to grow, now topping 91,000 acres, as does a…
Continue ReadingPresident Joe Biden tests positive for Covid-19 at pivotal moment in reelection campaign
By Priscilla Alvarez, Donald Judd and Piper Hudspeth Blackburn, CNN (CNN) — President Joe Biden tested positive for Covid-19 on Wednesday,…
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Thunderstorms move across C.O.; crews tackle eight small lightning-sparked fires, watch for signs of more starts
Thunderstorms that rumbled northward into Central Oregon Tuesday evening had firefighters responding to stop eight small lightning-sparked blazes,…
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Oregon’s job picture sees little change in June; unemployment rate dips slightly to 4.1%
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s unemployment rate was 4.1% in June, down a bit from 4.2% in May, and has been in a tight range between 4.0% and 4.2%…
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The Center and St. Charles to explore expanded relationship amid dramatic drop in number of orthopedic surgeons
The Center Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Care & Research and St. Charles Health System announced Wednesday they have signed a letter of intent to…
Continue ReadingRep. Adam Schiff calls on Biden to drop out of the race
By Manu Raju, CNN (CNN) — Rep. Adam Schiff on Wednesday became the most prominent elected Democrat to publicly call on President Joe Biden to…
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New sculpture, ‘Crossroads,’ installed at Colorado Avenue and Columbia Street roundabout
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A new sculpture was added to Bend’s public art collection earlier this week at the Colorado Avenue and Columbia Street…
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Nearly two-thirds of Democrats want Biden to withdraw, new AP-NORC poll finds
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly two-thirds of Democrats say President Joe Biden should withdraw from the presidential race and let his…
Continue ReadingDNC moves forward with Biden virtual roll call despite furious backlash from some Democrats
By MJ Lee, CNN Washington (CNN) — The Democratic National Committee is moving ahead with its controversial plan to virtually nominate…
Continue ReadingPolice from Ohio fatally shoot 43-year-old Samuel Sharpe Jr. near Republican National Convention in Milwaukee
CNN By Steve Almasy, Cindy VonQuednow and Caroll Alvarado, CNN (CNN) — Ohio police officers who were in Milwaukee to help with security at the…
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Bend Park & Rec Board hears continued sharp debate over proposed Deschutes River footbridge in SW Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The community showed up in full force for Tuesday night’s Bend Park & Rec Board meeting to weigh in on a proposed…
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Museum at Warm Springs receives $100,000 grant from First Nations Development Institute for traditional arts programs
 WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Museum at Warm Springs announced Tuesday it has received a $100,000 grant from First Nations Development…
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Worried La Pine residents share post-Darlene 3 Fire concerns with Rep. Bentz over camping rules enforcement on public lands
Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Ore., visited La Pine Tuesday for a “focused tour” and discussions with worried La Pine residents and officials about public…
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City of Bend says Supreme Court ruling on Grants Pass homeless rules will have little effect for now; homeless also weigh in
The Supreme Court ruled in favor last month of the city of Grants Pass, in a landmark decision that gives cities and other local governments across…
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