The 2024 Democratic Party platform features a lot of Joe Biden, and a lot of Donald Trump
By Ethan Cohen and Eric Bradner, CNN (CNN) — The Democratic Party’s proposed platform, released Sunday on the eve of the Chicago convention,…
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Oregon Health Authority seeks public comment on proposed changes to state’s ‘crisis care’ guidance
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority said Friday it is seeking input from the public on changes to the state’s crisis care…
Continue ReadingErnesto restrengthens to a hurricane as dangerous beach conditions continue along East Coast
By Mary Gilbert and Elisa Raffa, CNN Meteorologists (CNN) — Ernesto regained Category 1 hurricane strength with 80 mph sustained winds Sunday…
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‘It’s super-duper fun!’: Motorsport enthusiasts compete in Autocross Club of C. Oregon event at Redmond HS parking lot
The Autocross Club of Central Oregon took to the Redmond High School parking lot pavement Sunday, to see who was the fastest driver this…
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Oregon National Guard unit holds mobilization ceremony before year-long deployment to the Balkans
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A mobilization ceremony for soldiers from the Oregon Army National Guard’s 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team was held Friday…
Continue ReadingUkraine aims to create Kursk ‘buffer zone,’ Zelensky says, as Kyiv’s forces blow up second Russian bridge
CNN By Radina Gigova and Maria Kostenko, CNN (CNN) — Ukraine’s military incursion into Kursk aims to create a “buffer zone” to prevent…
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Crazy Creek Fire lines hold in 50 mph wind gusts; nearly 87,000-acre blaze now 93% contained
PAULINA, Ore. (KTVZ) — Winds gusted up to 50 mph Saturday on the nearly month-old Crazy Creek Fire, but containment lines held and crews reached 93%…
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Interstate 84 open in Gilliam County after three wind-driven wildfires merge, prompt 22-mile closure
Three wildfires that merged in strong winds on Saturday night burned along seven miles of Interstate 84 near Arlington, forcing closure for a time…
Continue ReadingBurned and uninsured: Wildfires are leaving California’s housing market in trouble
By Shania Baweja and Taylor Galgano, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — After the 2018 Camp Fire – the deadliest wildfire in California’s history –…
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Southern Oregon restaurant sentenced to pay fine, restitution for stealing Covid-19 relief program funds
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —A southern Oregon restaurant was sentenced in federal court Friday for stealing more than $759,000 in federal funds intended…
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Storms moving through Central Oregon bring strong winds, lightning, topple trees, limbs, tents; thousands lose power
CULVER, Ore. (KTVZ) – Thunderstorms moving through Central Oregon on Saturday brought strong winds, lightning and reports of toppled trees and…
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Four C. Oregon Subway locations suddenly close amid franchisee woes, among 23 in Oregon, SW Washington
(Update: Sisters, Sunriver location also closed) Workers waiting for last paycheck; owner says bank account was hacked GLADSTONE Ore. (KPTV/KTVZ) -…
Continue ReadingVolcano erupts in Russia after 7.0-magnitude earthquake, sending ash column 5 miles high
By Abel Alvarado, CNN (CNN) — A volcano has erupted following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck off Russia’s east coast, spurting a…
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Firefighters stop attic blaze in Eagle Crest-area home, caused by bathroom exhaust fan; fire marshal urges proper care
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Firefighters quickly stopped an attic fire at an Eagle Crest-area home Saturday morning that was traced to the mechanical…
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OHA lifts health advisory for Lake Billy Chinook and Lake Simtustus, says cooldown reduced algae bloom intensity
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority said Friday it has lifted the recreational use health advisory issued for Lake Billy Chinook…
Continue ReadingHarris leans into populism with proposal for middle-class and lower-income tax relief
By Tami Luhby, Ebony Davis and Eric Bradner, CNN (CNN) — Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday unveiled a populist economic agenda, proposing…
Continue ReadingPerdue recalls frozen chicken nuggets, tenders over possible metal contamination
By Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — Perdue Foods is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders because of the…
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‘The problem is big in Deschutes County’: DA targets organized retail thefts, says it’s often underreported
Deschutes County District Attorney Steve Gunnels is trying to prevent those dramatic organized retail thefts going viral on social media from…
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Redmond Police make 101 traffic stops in a day on Highway 97 near SW Evergreen Avenue, issue tickets for 32 violations
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Thursday, August 8, Redmond Police patrol and traffic officers conducted 101 traffic stops on Highway 97, near the SW…
Continue ReadingOldest first-time panda mom gives birth to twins
CNN By Kathleen Magramo, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — A giant panda has given birth to twins after more than a decade of trying to mate successfully,…
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