OLCC expands recall of cannabis vape products
The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission said Tuesday it is expanding the recall of cannabis vape products that was initially noticed on January…
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George Fox University program helps Central Oregonians become teachers, schools address shortages
George Fox University in Newberg says it’s seeing success with its program to help more people train to earn a degree, obtain a license and become…
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Prineville woman taken to hospital after crash downs power lines, closes Hwy. 126 east of Powell Butte
A Prineville woman’s SUV left Highway 126 east of Powell Butte and struck a power pole and two fences Monday evening, Oregon State Police said. The…
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Senators announce $200K grant for Jefferson County, Madras Transportation Safety Action Plan
WASH, INGTON (KTVZ) – Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., announced Thursday that a federal investment totaling more than $1.7 million…
Continue ReadingMore than 1,000 US flights canceled as winter weather snarls travel
By Marnie Hunter and Gregory Wallace, CNN More than 1,000 flights have been canceled in the United States on Monday as winter weather moves through…
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St. Charles, other Oregon hospitals defend lawsuit, accuse state of denying patients mental health care
St. Charles Health System and three other large Oregon hospital systems — Legacy Health, Providence Health & Services and PeaceHealth — are…
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As Bend city councilors hold ‘listening session’ on affordable housing issues, homeless man warms up in City Hall lobby
Bend city councilors met on Thursday to discuss and gather input about two of the top issues residents say are of concern in Central Oregon:…
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TSA breaks another record nationally, in Oregon for guns found at checkpoints in 2022
Transportation Security Administration officers in Oregon detected 108 firearms in travelers’ carry-on luggage in 2022, with the majority of the…
Continue ReadingIdaho killings suspect Bryan Kohberger appears in court, waives right to speedy probable cause hearing
By Dakin Andone and Josh Campbell, CNN The man suspected of killing four University of Idaho students appeared in court Thursday for a status…
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NWS issues freezing fog advisory for C. Oregon; Sisters schools on 2-hour delay
Freezing fog made for more slick roads on the High Desert Thursday morning, prompting Sisters schools to open on a two-hour…
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Wrongful-death lawsuit filed against Crook County, sheriff’s deputy in fatal Juniper Canyon shooting
A federal wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Crook County and a sheriff’s deputy who shot and killed a wanted man on a gravel road in…
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Zelensky delivers impassioned plea for more help fighting Russia on the ‘frontline of tyranny’
By Kevin Liptak and Maegan Vazquez, CNN Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered a historic speech from the United States Capitol Wednesday…
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Cedar Creek Fire holds at 127,000 acres, now 68% contained as 3-month mark approaches
The nearly 3-month-old lightning-sparked Cedar Creek Fire near Waldo Lake and east of Oakridge has reached 68% containment as the number of personnel…
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Ballots already pouring into Deschutes County Clerk’s Office ahead of Nov. 8 election
It’s the last few miles in the campaign marathon as the Nov. 8 election night draws closer. The ballots in Deschutes County are already starting to…
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Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies make 5 arrests for domestic violence during nationwide sweep
Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies recently took part in a nationwide sweep, looking for people who had outstanding arrest warrants related to…
Continue ReadingCourt temporarily blocks Biden’s student loan forgiveness
By JIM SALTER Associated Press ST. LOUIS (AP) — A federal appeals court late Friday issued an administrative stay temporarily blocking President…
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Oregon student-athletes can now make money through NIL, with some guidelines
On Monday, the Oregon School Activities Association voted to set parameters for student-athletes regarding endorsements related to name, image and…
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Variable speed limit signs set to debut on Hwy. 97 south of Bend, with a goal of reducing crashes
Beginning next Monday, drivers will see new variable speed limit signs throughout a 10-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 97 south of Bend, ODOT said…
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Blazing meteor seen over Northwest, in Bend as well; Lincoln City PD sgt. captures it on dashcam
A meteor was seen far and wide around the Northwest Wednesday night, including in Bend, and was captured on the dash camera of a Lincoln City police…
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Drugged driver cited after slamming SUV into Tumalo Fire Station, causing substantial damage
An alleged drugged driver slammed into the Tumalo Fire Station on Cook Avenue late Wednesday night, causing substantial damage, and was cited for DUI…
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