HP Enterprise discloses hack by suspected state-backed Russian hackers
By FRANK BAJAK AP Technology Writer BOSTON (AP) — Hewlett Packard Enterprise disclosed Wednesday that suspected state-backed Russian hackers broke…
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Central Oregon and US gas prices are at their lowest levels since the summer of 2021, AAA Oregon/Idaho says
Gas prices are in the winter doldrums in most states, including Oregon, this week, with minimal changes in their averages, but AAA Oregon/Idaho says…
Continue ReadingSouth Carolina GOP governor blasts labor unions while touting economic growth in annual address
By JAMES POLLARD Associated Press/Report for America COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Republican governor of South Carolina has had harsh words for labor…
Continue ReadingNorth Korea says it tested a cruise missile, flaunting new nuclear-capable weapon
By KIM TONG-HYUNG and JIWON SONG Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Thursday it conducted its first flight test of a new…
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Federal officials consider adding 10 more species – including the pygmy rabbit – to endangered list
By TODD RICHMONDAssociated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Federal wildlife officials say they’ve decided to review whether to add 10 more species to…
Continue ReadingMaine’s top court dismisses an appeal of a judge’s decision on Trump’s ballot status
By DAVID SHARP Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Maine’s top court is declining to weigh in on former President Donald Trump’s ballot…
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COCC President Dr. Laurie Chesley talks Madras Campus expansion, other efforts in first-ever State of the College address
(Update: adding comments from COCC president, board members) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Local leaders, educators and members of the public gathered at…
Continue ReadingMexican tourist haven and silversmithing town of Taxco shuttered by gang killings and threats
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The bullet-ridden bodies of two detectives have been found on the outskirts of Taxco, a colonial town in central Mexico that…
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ODFW sets Feb. 6 public meeting in Bend to gather input on draft Mule Deer Management Plan
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will host three in-person public meetings in February, including one in Bend, to…
Continue ReadingWest Virginia GOP majority pushes contentious bills arming teachers, restricting bathrooms, books
By LEAH WILLINGHAM Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia’s Republican-dominated Legislature is pushing forward a slate of…
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‘Sensing Sasquatch’ exhibition, coming to High Desert Museum, will explore reclusive legend through Indigenous lens
What does Sasquatch — also known as Bigfoot — represent to you? The unknown? Adventure? Mystery? (Probably not a museum exhibit, but think…
Continue ReadingIn-N-Out to close first location in its 75-year history due to a wave of car break-ins and robberies
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — In-N-Out Burger says it will close its first location in its 75-year history due to a wave of car break-ins, property…
Continue ReadingMcConnell says immigration talks in ‘quandary’ as Trump lobbies Congress to kill deal
By Manu Raju, Lauren Fox and Ted Barrett, CNN (CNN) — Former President Donald Trump’s push to kill a bipartisan immigration deal may now derail a…
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Bend may join red-light camera fold, plans pause on disputed tax breaks and gets earful from biz on SDC fee changes
Bend city councilors gave Police Chief Mike Krantz a “green light” Wednesday evening to continue developing what might become the most…
Continue ReadingHarbaugh returning to NFL to coach Chargers after leading Michigan to national title
By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer COSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) — Jim Harbaugh was hired as head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers on Wednesday, leaving…
Continue ReadingMichigan Gov. Whitmer focuses on education in State of the State ahead of key term for Democrats
By JOEY CAPPELLETTI Associated Press LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer called on lawmakers to pass increased investments in…
Continue ReadingFamilies of those killed in the 2002 Bali bombings testify at hearing for Guantanamo detainees
By ELLEN KNICKMEYER Associated Press FORT MEADE, Md. (AP) — Relatives of some of the more than 200 people killed in 2002 bombings on the resort…
Continue ReadingNevada judge approves signature-gathering stage for petition to put abortion rights on 2024 ballot
By GABE STERN Associated Press/Report for America RENO, Nev. (AP) — A Nevada judge has approved a petition by abortion access advocates as eligible…
Continue ReadingSeattle officer’s remarks about death of graduate student from India violated policy, watchdog says
SEATTLE (AP) — A Seattle police officer violated policing standards when he made callous remarks about the death of a graduate student from India…
Continue ReadingMontana man convicted of killing eagles is sentenced to 3 years in prison for related gun violations
By MATTHEW BROWN Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A Montana felon previously convicted of killing eagles to sell their parts on the black…
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