Bill Gates cancels AI summit keynote address amid fresh scrutiny over Epstein links
By Lex Harvey, Esha Mitra, CNN (CNN) — Bill Gates has pulled out of delivering his keynote address at an AI summit in India Thursday, his…
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Climber accused of leaving girlfriend to die on Austria’s tallest mountain goes on trial
By Sophie Tanno, CNN (CNN) — A man accused of leaving his girlfriend to freeze to death on Austria’s tallest mountain went on trial on…
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“IT WAS VERY SCARY”: Local resident reacts to Highway 97 incident; at least 2 cars have been damaged
The windshields of at least two vehicles – one an Oregon State Police patrol car – were damaged early Sunday morning after rocks or concrete were…
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Ash Wednesday observed in Central Oregon
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Christians marked the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday by receiving traditional ash crosses on their foreheads. The day…
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Local lawmaker faces conduct complaint for alleged intimidation over gun bill vote
A conduct complaint has been filed against Rep. Jason Kropf, D-Bend, for allegedly creating a hostile environment and intimidating a colleague during…
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‘Make the safe choice,’ Prineville police urge after seven DUII arrests in four days over Presidents Day weekend
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — From Friday through Monday of Presidents Day weekend, Prineville Police Department officers made seven DUII arrests in the…
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Bend 12-year-old does auto detailing to fund e-bike dream
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 12-year-old Bend resident, Alder Gonzales, really wants his own e-bike. But instead of asking his parents or saving up…
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Smoke in the cabin forces JetBlue passengers to evacuate on taxiway, temporarily shutting down Newark Airport
By Alexandra Skores, CNN (CNN) — Smoke in the passenger cabin of a JetBlue plane that made an emergency landing Wednesday night at Newark…
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Oregon Republicans walk out of Senate ahead of vote on transportation referendum shift to May
Republicans in the Oregon Senate staged a walkout Wednesday afternoon ahead of a scheduled vote on a bill to reschedule a referendum on…
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Oregon begins distributing tax refunds, ‘kicker’ to electronic filers; those mailing paper returns must wait until April
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue said Wednesday it’s begun sending out refunds for the 2025 tax year, having already processed…
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US military prepared to strike Iran as early as this weekend, but Trump has yet to make a final call, sources say
By Kristen Holmes, Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — The US military is prepared to strike Iran as early as this weekend, though President Donald Trump…
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‘Great first step’: St. Charles needs dozens more medical assistants, so it will pay those seeking certification
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System announced Wednesday it’s offering a new incentive to encourage individuals to become certified medical…
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Hugh Hefner’s widow demands investigation into Playboy founder’s foundation over alleged scrapbooks with explicit photos
By Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — The widow of “Playboy” founder Hugh Hefner has called for an investigation into her late husband’s…
Continue ReadingAbortion clinics closing, presidential polling, newest Olympic sport: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! The very first video posted on YouTube — a 19-second clip about elephants called “Me at the…
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8 backcountry skiers killed and 1 missing after deadliest avalanche in California’s recorded history
CNN By Martin Goillandeau and Chris Boyette, CNN (CNN) — Eight skiers buried by snow and debris near California’s Lake Tahoe amid dangerous…
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Seattle Seahawks go up for sale following Super Bowl win
By Elizabeth Wiley, KING5 News SEATTLE (KING5) — The Seattle Seahawks are going up for sale following their Super Bowl championship, a post from…
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Bills are debated, dead or dying as Oregon 2026 legislative session hits midpoint
By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. — The five-week Oregon legislative session started in early February with more than 260…
Continue Reading 5 things to know for Feb. 18: Social media trial, Epstein’s Zorro Ranch, Nancy Guthrie, Boat strikes, Nuclear talks
CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN Air Force One will be repainted in President Donald Trump’s preferred red, white, gold and dark blue color scheme —…
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UK police assess claims Epstein trafficked women on flights through London Stansted Airport
By Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN London (CNN) — UK police are “assessing” information about private flights flown into and out of London’s…
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Word of the Week: When did ‘Scots-Irish’ become a synonym for ‘white’?
By Harmeet Kaur, CNN (CNN) — Last week, Jeremy Carl, who was nominated by the Trump administration for a top State Department post, was asked…
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