Warm, dry December in C.O. leaves snowpack well below normal
The latest figures from two federal agencies make clear that Central Oregon ended 2019 warmer and drier than usual, leaving the snowpack well below…
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Prineville shooting victim sues gunman for $21 million
A Bend man who was left paralyzed in a shooting at a Prineville bar’s New Year’s Eve party two years ago has sued his attacker for more than $21.5…
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La Pine, Smith Rock state parks host free First Day Hikes on New Year’s
More than 30 Oregon state parks were free to the public Wednesday on the annual New Year’s First Day Hikes. Participating parks included the La Pine…
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La Pine-area man arrested after shots fired into home’s floor
A 22-year-old La Pine-area man was arrested early New Year’s Day after a SWAT team call-out, accused of firing several gunshots into the floor of his…
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Eugene man jailed in assault on Redmond motel owner
A Eugene-area man staying at the Hub Motel in Redmond was arrested early Tuesday on charges he smashed his way into the motel office and attacked a…
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Central Oregon’s memorable 2019: The year’s news in review
Central Oregonians experienced the highs and lows of life, often in dramatic, sometimes sad and often bittersweet fashion, in the news we…
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Prineville man still fighting after 5 bouts with cancer
As 2019 comes to an end, a Prineville man is reflecting on how far he’s come while battling five different cancers, and encouraging others to…
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Is collecting cans from curbside bins legal in Oregon?
Your trash is private property, depending on the container it’s in. That’s according to an Oregon Supreme Court decision last May.…
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Oregon AG announces $4 million CenturyLink settlement
Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum on Tuesday announced a $4 million settlement with the global telecommunications company CenturyLink for…
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Chiloquin fugitive caught, arrested after police chase
An attempted traffic stop of a Chiloquin fugitive on Monday led to a pursuit through the area and the later arrest of the driver, who ran from the…
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Redmond boosting fine for illegal fireworks use to $500
The city of Redmond is hiking its fine for illegal fireworks use, from $100 to $500, on New Year’s Day, in a bid to curb their use, police reminded…
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Pacific Power warns C.O. customers of phone scams
Pacific Power is warning of scams targeting several utility customers from Bend to Madras, with the crooks threatening to shut off their power if…
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USFS wilderness fee plan draws negative comments
A plan that would require purchasing a permit before entering three of Oregon’s most popular wilderness areas has received a largely negative…
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C.O. law enforcement agencies ramp up holiday patrols
If you’ve been seeing more patrol cars on the street and a higher police presence, it’s because local law enforcement is trying to ensure those…
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Portland police: 2 injured after 50 shots fired
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Police say two people are hurt and one is in custody after at least 50 shots were fired in Northwest Portland. Portland Police…
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OSP seeks tips in wasting of buck deer near Pine Mountain
The Oregon State Police Fish & Wildlife Division is asking for the public’s help as it seeks to find whoever was responsible for the unlawful taking…
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Your photos: Glorious sunrise, sunset cap December to remember
The last Friday of 2019 (and the 2010s) brought a beautiful sunset, and that beauty was captured on camera by many — as was a gorgeous “last…
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Deschutes DA: Deputy legally justified in shooting Bend car theft suspect
Deschutes County DA John Hummel ruled Friday that a sheriff’s deputy was legally justified in firing 5 shots into a stolen car, 3 that hit suspect,…
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Appeals court overturns Bend woman’s conviction in smothering of grandmother
A Bend woman who admitted smothering her 92-year-old grandmother with a pillow nearly four years ago has had her second-degree manslaughter…
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Bend PD identify pedestrian struck, killed on N. Hwy. 97
A 32-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed by a station wagon and apparently a second vehicle as he tried to cross North Highway 97 in Bend…
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