Excessive alcohol drinking drove about 488 deaths per day during the pandemic, CDC says
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — While dry January and damp lifestyles have taken off on TikTok, the United States has already experienced a…
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Audit: Oregon’s Dept. of Administrative Services should take a more strategic role in managing state’s workforce
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Amid changing work environments and an aging workforce, Oregon state government can do more to actively and strategically…
Continue ReadingFederal judge blocks enforcement of controversial Texas immigration law
By Andy Rose, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge in Austin, Texas, ordered the state government Thursday to suspend enforcement of a controversial law…
Continue ReadingDeadly Texas wildfire torches 1 million acres – the largest blaze in state history – as more infernos rage
CNN By Joe Sutton, Steve Almasy, Holly Yan, Robert Shackelford and David Williams, CNN (CNN) — Catastrophic wildfires ripping across the Texas…
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As Black History Month comes to a close, we continue to close the racial gap of disparity
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thursday marks the end of Black History Month. The Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity, the Good Deeds Project and Bend YIMBY…
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Deschutes County Public Health rolling out mobile outreach van, offering services around the county
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Public Health is hitting the road, launching mobile services in a special Mobile Outreach Vehicle. “We meet you…
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Deep, devilish details delay Deschutes decision on allowing long-term RV rentals on rural parcels
Just about everyone in Central Oregon would say they welcome more affordable housing options, large and small, rural or urban – that’s…
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As fentanyl draws more attention, tracking methamphetamine overdoses, deaths prove challenging
According to the Oregon Health Authority, the number of people dying from methamphetamine overdoses increased by more than 20 times from 2009 to…
Continue ReadingBiden’s doctor says there are no new concerns with the president’s health and he remains fit to serve
By Betsy Klein, Arlette Saenz, Nikki Carvajal, Michael Williams and Samantha Waldenberg, CNN Washington (CNN) — President Joe Biden is fit for…
Continue ReadingCongressional leaders strike a deal on appropriations bills and a stopgap funding measure
By Melanie Zanona, Kristin Wilson and Haley Talbot Congressional leaders have struck a deal on some of the appropriations bills funding the federal…
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‘Get ready- we’re in for a bumpy ride’: Oregon’s average gas price jumped 21 cents in a week, biggest rise in the US
Atmospheric rivers in California, refinery maintenance and the switch to summer-blend fuel in Northern California are sending pump prices higher on…
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Three Bend elementary schools’ interim principals named to permanent positions, starting this fall
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steven Cook announced Wednesday the selection of three elementary school interim principals…
Continue ReadingIllinois judge removes Trump from ballot because of ‘insurrectionist ban’
By Marshall Cohen, CNN (CNN) — In a surprise move, an Illinois judge has removed former President Donald Trump from the state’s ballot based…
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Oregon EV charging stations will get repairs and upgrades this year, made possible by federal grant
With the use of electric vehicles surging in Oregon, drivers are relying more on charging ports while on the road. The state now has millions in…
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Oregon House approves e-bike rule updates, ‘Trenton’s Law,’ named for Bend teen killed in e-bike crash
The Oregon House, on a 59-0 vote, has approved a bill that updates state laws regarding e-bikes and was named “Trenton’s Law” to honor a Bend…
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Oregon unemployment benefits system begins planned outage ahead of Monday launch of Frances Online
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Employment Department is five days away from launching a brand new, easy-to-use online system for Unemployment…
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ODOT: More winter weather will again bring hazardous travel conditions in many parts of Oregon
A new round of winter storms hits Oregon this week as ODOT crews work to make the roads safe. High winds, snow and heavy rains will make travel…
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City of Bend sets two informal Q&A sessions about Tree Preservation Committee recommendations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend said Wednesday it wants to hear your questions about the future of tree preservation in our community, and has…
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Bend driver critically injured in pickup truck rollover crash on Alfalfa Market Road; DCSO says alcohol was a factor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Bend man was critically injured and his passenger sustained minor injuries in a rollover crash of a pickup truck early…
Continue ReadingComedian Richard Lewis, ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ star, dead at 76
By Dan Heching, Brian Lowry and Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Comedian and actor Richard Lewis, whose self-deprecating humor and acerbic wit in…
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