Luigi Mangione, suspect in health care CEO’s killing, charged with murder
CNN By Ashley R. Williams, Gloria Pazmino, Mark Morales, Brynn Gingras, John Miller, Dakin Andone, Zoe Sottile and Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — New…
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Earthquake concern: Central Oregon will be vital location if ‘Big One’ hits
(Update: Adding video, comments by earthquake experts) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The recent 7.0 earthquake that struck off the Northern California coast is…
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Gov. Kotek, lawmakers say state needs to keep focus on housing, education, mental health
By Julia Shumway, Oregon Capital Chronicle PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek doubled down Monday on her requests for more funding and…
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Oregon’s Project Turnkey sheltered thousands as state tries to build more homes
By Julia Shumway, Oregon Capital Chronicle ASTORIA Ore. (KTVZ) — Just before a tour of an Astoria homeless shelter late last month, Gov. Tina Kotek…
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Bend’s median home sales price drops $100K in a month, to $700K; fewer $1 million-plus sales seen as factor
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A decline in the proportion of home sales for over $1 million led to a significant $100,000 drop in Bend’s median home…
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Small plane makes Redmond Airport ‘belly landing’ due to landing gear problem; pilot reported unhurt
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A pilot who reported landing-gear issues was uninjured in an emergency “belly landing” of a small plane at the Redmond…
Continue ReadingAfter decades of brutal rule, Bashar al-Assad’s regime has been toppled. Here’s what you need to know
By Rob Picheta and Helen Regan, CNN (CNN) — The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s brutal dictatorship seemed a distant prospect two weeks ago. But…
Continue ReadingCancer-causing chemicals used in homes and workplaces banned by EPA
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — The US Environmental Protection Agency on Monday banned the use of two ubiquitous cancer-causing solvents that…
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New York prosecutors charge suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing with murder, court records show
Associated Press ALTOONA, Pa. (AP) — A man suspected in the brazen Manhattan killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO was arrested and charged with…
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City of Bend unveils chosen design for Franklin Avenue, kicks off online open house to gather public feedback
The city of Bend is inviting the community to an informational, online open house at bendoregon.gov/midtowncrossings, available now through Jan. 7,…
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NFL legend Lester Hayes says he hopes one day soon, he’ll receive the call, inducting him into the Hall of Fame
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lester Hayes, the former Oakland Raiders Cornerback, nick named ‘Judge’ and ‘Lester the Molester,’ renowned for his…
Continue ReadingInside Notre Dame, Paris’ Gothic gem, as it reopens to the world
By Joshua Berlinger, CNN Paris (CNN) — Five years after it was nearly destroyed in a devastating fire, Notre Dame de Paris formally reopened on…
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Bend woman found alive in remote area of Lane County
LOWELL, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend woman who had been missing since December 4 has been found alive and responsive. According to the Lane County…
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Bend Christmas Parade makes it way back to the High Desert to spread holiday cheer
BEND, Ore.(KTVZ) — Central Oregon spread Christmas cheer Saturday, with the Bend Christmas Parade. The Bend Christmas Parade is a…
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No. 1 Oregon beats No. 3 Penn State 45-37 for Big Ten championship and first-round bye in College Football Playoff
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — No. 1 Oregon beats No. 3 Penn State 45-37 for Big Ten championship and first-round bye in College Football…
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Oregon Duck fans react to Big 10 win; general consensus is ‘Go, Ducks!’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Ducks absolutely dominated the game on Saturday against Penn State for the Big 10 Championship win. The Ducks can…
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Deschutes County Fairgrounds welcomes back the Festival of Trees for its 41st year
The Deschutes County Fairgrounds was a winter wonderland, Saturday. Hospice of Redmond held its 41st annual Festival of Trees at the…
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Debut in sight: New Redmond Library set to open late next month; temporary location closing Dec. 21
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Construction is nearly complete on the new, 40,000-square-foot Redmond Library, located at 827 SW Deschutes Avenue in…
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Families gather for holiday fun at Downtown Bend’s Christmas Tree Lighting
(update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend held its annual Christmas Tree Lighting event right outside The Commons in Brooks Alley.…
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Central Oregon sees rise in positive flu test results, but health officials say the worst is yet to come
(Update: Adding video, comments from county health officials and residents) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Flu season is hitting the High Desert hard; the…
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