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AI could breach government and business defenses in months, US and its intelligence partners warn

By Helen Regan, CNN (CNN) — AI models capable of launching major cyberattacks that could overwhelm the defenses of governments and businesses are months – not years – away, an international alliance of intelligence agencies warned in a joint statement. The Five Eyes grouping, comprising the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand,

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There’s Good News: Madras students plant more than 1,000 mangroves in Costa Rica

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Madras High School students participated in a significant mangrove restoration project in Costa Rica. On a recent conservation trip, the students planted more than 1,000 mangrove seedlings in an area that had been devastated by a hurricane. The initiative aims to stabilize shorelines, improve water quality and provide essential habitat for

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Note sent in February said Nancy Guthrie, mother of ‘Today’ show anchor, had died shortly after kidnapping

By Julianna Bragg, Holly Yan, CNN (CNN) — A note sent in February to local news outlets about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC “Today” show anchor Savannah Guthrie, said the 84-year-old died shortly after she was kidnapped early this year, law enforcement sources briefed on the investigation told CNN at the time.

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Crook County adopts new public records policy, advancing transparency initiatives

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (PRINEVILLE REVIEW) — The Crook County Board of Commissioners has approved a new public records policy, marking the second major phase of an ongoing transparency initiative championed by Commissioner Seth Crawford with unanimous support from other commissioners. The efforts were part of one of the commissioner’s early requests made of Crook County Manager Will Van

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Bend Police: Two Teenagers Arrested, Accused of Assault and Unlawful use of a Weapon

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two 14-year olds were arrested on Sunday. According to Bend Police, the teenagers are facing charges including second-degree assault and unlawful use of a weapon. The arrests followed an altercation near the intersection of Lodgepole Drive and Mahogony Street. According to police, officers responded to an unknown problem involving multiple juveniles

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Deschutes County seeks public input for 2026 natural hazards plan update

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) to gather public feedback for the 2026 update of the Deschutes County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan (NHMP). Community members are invited to provide input by completing a confidential public survey. This survey is designed to collect information

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Mt. Bachelor’s summer operations begin with expanded terrain and activities

DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin summer operations on Thursday, June 25. The opening will feature the most expansive opening weekend terrain offering to date, including 13 Bike Park trails and top-to-bottom hiking access. Guests visiting Mt. Bachelor can also participate in various activities such as sunset dinners, zipline ziptours, scenic chairlift rides,

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Problem Solvers: From silence to support, local contractors offer help after roofing business fallout

(Update: adding comments from contractors) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After KTVZ’s Problem Solvers reported on a Central Oregon homeowner who said he paid a deposit to 541 Roofing before communication stopped, two local contractors are stepping up to help. KTVZ News first reported on Martin Stadtmueller, who said he hired 541 Roofing to replace his

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