Redmond couple found guilty of murder in 5-year-old’s starvation
(Update: Details of convictions; courtroom scene) After nearly a month of often emotional testimony, it took a Deschutes County jury less than a day…
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Bend man arrested, accused of luring teen online
A 34-year-old man was arrested Friday morning in a raid on his northwest Bend apartment, accused of luring a 16-year-old girl on social media online…
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Oregon judges recommend barring ICE from courthouse arrests
(Update: Adds committee recommendation, details) SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Seeking to halt federal agents from arresting people in courthouses for…
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Interstate Bridge project committee to meet
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The Oregon and Washington lawmakers tasked with reviving moribund talks to replace the Interstate Bridge will meet for…
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Lost Pacific Crest Trail hiker rescued in snowstorm
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Robert Campbell was thoroughly soaked, shivering, his wet sleeping bag covering him in the only shelter he could find — a…
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State plans to sell 640 acres on Bend’s SE outskirts
The Oregon Department of State Lands will host a public meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 29 in Bend on the status and plans to sell a tract of over 640 acres…
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Klamath County SO warns of kidnapping phone scam
The Klamath County Sheriff’s Office said Friday it has received several complaints from people receiving phone calls indicating their child has…
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Merkley bill would let pre-trial inmates keep govt. benefits
Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., introduced legislation Thursday that would ensure continuity of critical health and treatment coverage for Americans who…
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Second Eugene bobcat released into the wild
(Update: Second bobcat released into the wild) The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife on Friday safely released a young male bobcat back into the…
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Public asked to help name Bend’s new high school
Community members are invited to suggest potential names for Bend-La Pine Schools’ new high school, slated to open in fall of 2021 to students.…
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Oregon Transportation Commission OKs Hwy. 97 projects
Following many discussions about improvements needed on U.S. Highway 97, the Oregon Transportation Commission voted unanimously Friday to approve…
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Portland trio indicted in international money laundering
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Three Portland residents have been indicted in an international money laundering scheme involving Mexico and China, but they…
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OSP: Oakridge officer fatally shot domestic disturbance suspect
(Update: OSP releases suspect’s name, location) An Oakridge police officer fatally shot a suspect during a domestic disturbance call Thursday…
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At Fred Meyer, now cash back will cost you
There’s a new policy in place at Fred Meyer that could affect the way you shop. Parent company Kroger started rolling out a new cash back fee…
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C.O. hemp industry continues to grow
Harvesting season is underway at hemp farms in Central Oregon, as the plant has quickly become one of the popular crops around the state. Last…
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Surprise: Parking spots eliminated in downtown Bend
(Update: City says three, not four, spaces removed) New parking changes have come to downtown Bend, including the removal of three previous parking…
Continue ReadingSmall quake strikes off southern Oregon coast
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of southern Oregon Thursday afternoon. The Oregonian/OregonLive reports it…
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Bend builds toward bond measure with one-minute survey
(Update: City to use 2 billboards to promote survey) The city of Bend says it’s working on ways to improve traffic flow and safe travel for the…
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Bend marijuana dispensary faces fine or license suspension
A Bend marijuana dispensary will pay a nearly $8,000 fine or serve a 48-day suspension of its state license for three violations, under a settlement…
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Person with measles passed through Portland airport
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The Multnomah County Health Department says a person who passed through the Portland International Airport on Saturday has…
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