ISIS claims responsibility for deadliest attack in Iran since 1979 revolution
By Eyad Kourdi and Jennifer Deaton, CNN (CNN) — ISIS has claimed responsibility for the deadly twin blasts near the burial site of slain…
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Madras Police wrap up busy 2023 with string of arrests; new police chief, more officers help improve safety
It’s been a busy 2023 for the Madras Police Department, including a new police chief and new officers joining the ranks. And the last week of the…
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Habitat for Humanity seeks applicants for unique SE Bend home that will provide workforce housing, accessibility
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity announced Wednesday it has begun accepting applications for a new southeast Bend home that…
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Tour finds progress as major Kah-Nee-Ta Resort upgrade reaches home stretch toward early summer debut
“Significant, unexpected project developments” have required Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Village Resort on the Warm Springs Indian Reservation to shift…
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COCC financial aid director urges students to try out new, improved federal student loan application
The new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) application, a key document for students to receive financial aid, has become much easier to…
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Senator Ron Wyden holds his first town hall of the year in Madras; high school students take part
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden came to Central Oregon Wednesday for his first town hall meeting of the new year, held at the…
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The Center adding seven orthopedic providers formerly with Desert Orthopedics, Praxis Health
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Center Orthopedic & Neurosurgical Care announced Wednesday the addition of seven orthopedic providers, joining its…
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DCSO animal neglect investigation leads to seizure of 37 dogs, La Pine woman facing 45 charges
Numerous issues involving dogs on a La Pine property have led to an investigation, the seizure of 37 dogs, many in “very poor condition,” and 45…
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Your photos: Special High Desert sunrise symbolizes dawn of new year
The first workday of the year 2024 dawned with a special view for many around Central Oregon, and several of you shared your great photos of what you…
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Bend business Square Baby releases newest dish to ring in the new year: Fancy Pants Wagyu Truffle
(Update: Adding video and comments from Square Baby CEO) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-based Square Baby™ calls itself “the most innovative disruptor…
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Redmond PD: Social media post threatening C.O. schools deemed not credible, threat came from Portland
A social media post regarding a threat of violence Tuesday at schools in several Central Oregon communities brought a flood of worried calls to…
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U.S. Coast Guard helicopter crew rescues dog who fell off cliff along Oregon coast; Leo’s reported doing well
CANNON BEACH, Ore. (KTVZ) – A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter crew from Astoria came to the rescue of a dog that fell from a cliff on New Year’s Day…
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Forest Service crews continue landing pile burning this week west of Bend, south of Cascade Lakes Highway
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Forest Service Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District firefighters resumed ignitions Tuesday of landing piles seven miles west of…
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City of Bend to begin second phase of Awbrey Butte waterline project this month; open house set for next week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend will host an informational open house the evening of Tuesday, Jan. 9 to share information about Phase 2 of the…
Continue ReadingFederal appeals court blocks Biden administration from enforcing guidance meant to protect abortion access in Texas
By Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the Biden administration can’t enforce guidance meant to protect…
Continue ReadingWinter’s first major storm set to hit the eastern US with heavy rain and significant snow
By Eric Zerkel, CNN (CNN) — A major winter storm is setting up to thrash much of the eastern US this weekend with heavy rain, strong winds and…
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Bend DUII arrests: The numbers, what they mean and how Oregon’s DUII laws are changing
NewsChannel 21 set out to look at the differences the numbers can tell us between drug- and alcohol-related DUII arrests in Bend and their impact on…
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Searchers find man with dementia, reported missing from DRW care facility, after alerts sent to 1,000 homes
An 80-year-old man with dementia, reported missing New Year’s evening from a care facility in Deschutes River Woods, was found early Tuesday…
Continue ReadingTicket sold in Michigan wins estimated $842.2 million Powerball jackpot in New Year’s Day drawing
By Nouran Salahieh, CNN (CNN) — A single Powerball ticket sold in Michigan has matched all six numbers to win an estimated $842.2 million in a New…
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Central Oregon Veterans Ranch will use Oregon VA grant to improve mentorship program
The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs recently announced the award of nearly $1 million in grant funding to support a range of robust and…
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