What’s at risk if Congress doesn’t fund the government by Friday night
By Tami Luhby, Katie Lobosco and Betsy Klein, CNN (CNN) — The federal government could shut down in a matter of hours if Congress does not…
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‘Increased seismicity’ likely at Newberry volcano as geothermal exploration work resumes, USGS advises public
VANCOUVER, Wash. (KTVZ) — “Increased rates of seismicity” are likely at the Newberry volcano south of Bend as a private exploration company conducts…
Continue ReadingNew York governor announces temporary ban on flights over ‘critical infrastructure’ amid drone sightings
By Alexandra Skores and Pete Muntean, CNN (CNN) — Federal authorities plan to temporarily ban flights over critical infrastructure sites in New…
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New partnership seeking ‘bold solutions’ to C. Oregon’s housing crisis grows to 20 members, plans Jan. 13 workshop
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Partners for Affordable Housing announced Thursday that it has expanded its diverse coalition membership, with “20 members…
Continue ReadingThousands of Amazon drivers have gone on strike in the thick of the holiday package season
WABC, CNN By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — Amazon drivers went on strike in four states across the country with less than a week to go…
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Caldera High School’s Makerspace Lab receives SELCO Credit Union’s $15,000 ‘Classroom Makeover’ grant
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Makerspace Lab at Caldera High School in Bend is one of three statewide recipients of SELCO Community Credit Union’s…
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Oregon DHS hires consultant to review oversight of long-term care providers in wake of recent NewsChannel 21 investigations
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A consultant has been hired and big changes could be coming to how the Oregon Department of Human Services oversees long-term…
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‘It’s really special’: Redmond High holds fundraiser for their school’s Sparrow, Greyson
Redmond High School’s Sparrow Club is organizing a fundraiser for their 2024-2025 Sparrow,…
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Crook County School Board member speaks out, as board will determine superintendent’s fate
Crook County School District board members are sharing their thoughts on Superintendent Dr. Melissa Skinner, as turmoil continues in the…
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‘We’ve lost a lot of friends’: Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial receives special plaque, honors fallen soldiers
Vandalized twice this year, the Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial is now getting a special new addition to its flagpole.…
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All Aboard! ‘The Train Man’ returns to Bend’s Downtown Library, a fun holiday tradition for kids of all ages
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Michael “The Train Man” Lavrich started sharing his model trains with delighted children—and adults—roughly 25 years ago…
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Judge dismisses $33 million timber lawsuit against U.S. Forest Service over 2020 wildfire response
By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A federal judge in Eugene has dismissed a timber company lawsuit against the U.S.…
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Salute: President Biden signs National Medal of Honor Highway Bill, long-sought goal of Bend veteran activist Dick Tobiason
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Mike Crapo celebrated Wednesday the passage of their bipartisan bill designating U.S. Highway 20…
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Sheriff-elect Kent van der Kamp names command staff and will take office a week early, as Shane Nelson retires Dec. 31
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners on Wednesday approved the appointment of Kent van der Kamp as Deschutes County Sheriff for the period of…
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Senators announce nearly $450K in FAA funding for new 10-unit hangar at Prineville Airport
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced Wednesday that the Prineville Airport and Pendleton’s Eastern Oregon Regional…
Continue ReadingAstronauts who flew to space aboard Starliner face additional delay
By Jackie Wattles and Ross Levitt, CNN (CNN) — NASA has announced that it is delaying the SpaceX Crew-10 launch, a move that will keep…
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Sunriver police chief moving on to Redmond PD captain’s vacancy; Aaron Wells leaving to serve as DCSO undersheriff
(UPDATE: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond said Wednesday it is proud to announce Stephen Lopez as its newest captain with…
Continue ReadingDow plunges more than 1,100 points and marked its longest losing streak since 1974
CNN By John Towfighi and David Goldman, CNN New York (CNN) — The Dow plunged Wednesday on a disappointing outlook from the Federal Reserve. In…
Continue ReadingAmerica’s first severe case of bird flu confirmed in Louisiana
By Jamie Gumbrecht and Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — A patient in Louisiana has been hospitalized with a severe case of H5N1 bird flu, the US…
Continue ReadingKey takeaways from the Fed’s third rate cut
By Bryan Mena, CNN Washington (CNN) — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut interest rates by a quarter point, the third rate cut since it began…
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