European leaders agree on defense spending surge at crucial EU summit on Ukraine
By Rob Picheta and Niamh Kennedy, CNN London (CNN) — European leaders agreed to significantly boost defense spending to ensure Europe’s…
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US stops sharing air quality data from embassies worldwide. Scientists say that cuts out a vital resource for global health
Story by the Associated Press New Delhi (AP) — The US government will stop sharing air quality data gathered from its embassies and consulates,…
Continue ReadingThree-person mixture of unknown DNA found under fingernails of victim in Idaho student killings case, filing shows
By Jean Casarez and Dalia Faheid, CNN (CNN) — A three-person mixture of unknown DNA was found under a 21-year-old University of Idaho…
Continue ReadingFrance to consider protecting European allies with its nuclear arsenal, Macron says
By Joseph Ataman and Jessie Yeung, CNN Paris (CNN) — France will consider extending the protection of its nuclear arsenal to its allies, French…
Continue ReadingIranian singer flogged 74 times after singing about hijab removal, lawyer says
By Artemis Moshtaghian and Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN (CNN) — Mehdi Yarrahi, an Iranian singer and musician known for his song encouraging women to…
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Council on Aging of Central Oregon receives grants to bolster senior nutrition programs, meet growing need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is starting the year strong with $56,000 in new grant funding to bolster its senior…
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‘A real fun time’: Bend retirement community brings generations together through ‘Sage and Sprout’ program
A new program at Aspen Ridge Retirement Community in Bend is highlighting the power of intergenerational…
Continue ReadingLocal Republicans say they’re disappointed with Democratic lawmakers following President Trump’s address
Deschutes County Republicans say they feel Oregon’s Democratic members of Congress are not listening to their constituents following Tuesday’s…
Continue ReadingTrump issues ‘last warning’ to Hamas to release all hostages, as US holds direct talks with Hamas
By Kit Maher, Michael Rios and Mick Krever, CNN (CNN) — US President Donald Trump issued what he said was a “last warning” to Hamas to…
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Clackamas County commissioner charged with theft, accused of taking financial advantage of 83-year-old
(update: adding video) OREGON CITY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced Wednesday that Clackamas County Commissioner…
Continue ReadingVatican clarifies its position on gender affirming surgery, calling for ‘greater care’ and a case-by-case approach
By Christopher Lamb, CNN (CNN) — The Vatican appears to have modified its position against gender-affirming surgery and “gender theory”…
Continue ReadingIsland nation’s ‘golden passport,’ scrutinizing antidepressants, ancient tools unearthed: 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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Bird on the mend: Think Wild caring for rare American goshawk injured in Sunriver-area chicken coop
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife hospital and conservation center, said Wednesday it recently rescued and is caring for a…
Continue ReadingElon Musk wants to privatize the Postal Service and Amtrak
By Hadas Gold, CNN (CNN) — Elon Musk says that he believes the US Postal Service and Amtrak need to be privatized and that “we should…
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Bend car-theft suspect chased, runs from police; late-night alert sent to hundreds downtown
(Update: Added video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – An SUV left unlocked with the keys in it was stolen in southern Bend on Tuesday, police said. It was…
Continue ReadingIsrael’s justice minister moves to oust attorney general amid allegations of political bias, opposition decries move
By Eugenia Yosef and Mohammed Tawfeeq, CNN (CNN) — Israel’s Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin has initiated proceedings…
Continue Reading3 skiers are believed to be buried under an avalanche in Alaska
By Elizabeth Wolfe and Graham Hurley, CNN (CNN) — A trio of skiers is likely buried under an avalanche near Anchorage, Alaska, that occurred…
Continue ReadingCelebrity bald eagles hatch two eggs after several seasons without chicks
By Devyn Byers, CNN (CNN) — Famous bald eagle mates Jackie and Shadow watched closely as the first of two chicks began to hatch Monday in Big…
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NBC News’ award-winning journalist Tom Llamas named the next anchor of ‘NBC Nightly News’
(update: adding video) NEW YORK (KTVZ) – NBC News’ award-winning journalist Tom Llamas will become the next anchor and managing editor of NBC…
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OSU-Cascades hosting webinar to provide updates, gather feedback for future innovation district
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University will host a market-sounding webinar event to provide updates and gather feedback in preparation for…
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