Trump likely to pick Marco Rubio to serve as his secretary of state, sources say
By Kaitlan Collins, Kristen Holmes and Kylie Atwood, CNN (CNN) — President-elect Donald Trump is likely to pick Florida Sen. Marco Rubio as his…
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‘I’m just proud to be a veteran’: Dozens gather at Bend’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial for new flagpole’s rededication
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial, recently vandalized for the second time this year, received a powerful show of support…
Continue ReadingCosta Rica bestows highest diplomatic honor on El Salvador President Bukele for security gains
Associated Press SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (AP) — Costa Rica has bestowed its highest diplomatic honor on visiting El Salvador President Nayib Bukele…
Continue ReadingIshiba survived a rare runoff to remain Japan’s prime minister but will face turmoil
Associated Press TOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has survived a runoff vote against the opposition but will face turmoil ahead…
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‘This is my country, and I’m proud of it’: Bend Veteran’s Day Parade brings cheers, tears – and pride
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Gray skies and chilly temperatures did not keep the flag-waving, saluting crowds away for Monday’s special, 23rd annual Bend…
Continue ReadingTrump asks Rep. Mike Waltz, China hawk, to be his national security adviser
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has asked U.S. Rep. Michael Waltz, a retired Army National Guard officer and war…
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Street Dog Hero hosts successful low-cost spay, neuter and wellness event for 95 animals in Christmas Valley
CHRISTMAS VALLEY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Street Dog Hero, a Bend-based, dedicated animal rescue organization, successfully hosted its first-ever low-cost…
Continue ReadingQueen Bey and Yale: The Ivy League university is set to offer a course on Beyoncé and her legacy
Associated Press With a record 99 Grammy nominations and acclaim as one of the most influential artists in music history, pop superstar Beyoncé and…
Continue ReadingMegan Fox is expecting a baby with Machine Gun Kelly
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly are expecting to grow their family. Fox announced her pregnancy in a social media post Monday.…
Continue ReadingVoters in California city reject measure allowing noncitizens to vote in local races
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — Voters in a Southern California city have rejected a measure that would have allowed residents who aren’t U.S. citizens…
Continue ReadingSaks Fifth Avenue’s holiday light display in Manhattan changing up this season
NEW YORK (AP) — Dazzling displays of synchronized lights on the facade of Saks Fifth Avenue’s flagship store in midtown Manhattan have thrilled…
Continue ReadingUS military strikes Iranian-backed militia targets in Syria
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. has struck nine targets at two locations in Syria to hit Iranian-aligned militias that had launched…
Continue ReadingCandidates line up for special elections to replace Virginia senators recently elected to US House
Associated Press/Report for America RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — One of two special elections has been announced to fill Virginia Senate seats vacated by…
Continue ReadingVoters in Oakland oust Mayor Sheng Thao just 2 years into her term
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — The mayor of the San Francisco Bay Area city of Oakland is out after just two years in office. The Associated Press has…
Continue ReadingUkraine is fighting 50,000 troops in Russia’s Kursk region, Zelensky says
By Ivana Kottasová and Svitlana Vlasova, CNN (CNN) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday that Russia has deployed nearly 50,000…
Continue ReadingSouth Carolina lab recaptures 5 more escaped monkeys but 13 are still loose
YEMASSEE, S.C. (AP) — Employees at a South Carolina compound that breeds monkeys for medical research have recaptured five more animals that…
Continue ReadingElon Musk’s PAC spent an estimated $200 million to help elect Trump, AP source says
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Elon Musk’s super PAC spent around $200 million to help elect Donald Trump, according to a person familiar…
Continue ReadingMVSU football player killed, driver injured in crash after police chase
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Authorities say a Mississippi Valley State football player who was a passenger in a car involved in a police chase was killed…
Continue ReadingNew Zealand’s leader formally apologizes to survivors of abuse in state and church care
Associated Press WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has made a “formal and unreserved” apology in…
Continue ReadingRise of ‘doom spending,’ the 4B movement, lowering your blood pressure: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine, CNN Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and…
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