Oregon getting federal money to improve habitat for imperiled western monarch butterfly
By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Millions of western monarch butterflies once visited Oregon and other Western…
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The suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO killer planned his attack well – but made crucial mistakes, experts say
By Holly Yan, CNN (CNN) — At first glance, the assassin seemed too meticulous to be an amateur and too careless to be a professional. But the…
Continue ReadingBoeing only now resuming production a month after strike that idled two key plants
By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — More than 33,000 Boeing employees ended their strike a month ago. But planes have only just recently…
Continue ReadingMajority of US workers are satisfied with their jobs, but nearly a third are not happy with their pay
By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN (CNN) — US workers feel relatively satisifed and secure in their jobs and few say they expect to look for a new job in…
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ODOT holds Open House for Madras community to learn about safety & transportation improvements to US 97
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — ODOT is working to make US Highway 97 safer for all travelers, and has been studying the cause of crashes. The Highway 97…
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‘I think it’s critically important’: Forest Service mowing to curb wildfire risk west of Highway 97 near DRW
The Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District is starting to clear bush from hundreds of acres near the Deschutes River Woods community south of…
Continue ReadingLuigi Mangione, suspect in health care CEO’s killing, charged with murder
CNN By Ashley R. Williams, Gloria Pazmino, Mark Morales, Brynn Gingras, John Miller, Dakin Andone, Zoe Sottile and Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — New…
Continue ReadingEarthquake concern: Central Oregon will be vital location if ‘Big One’ hits
(Update: Adding video, comments by earthquake experts) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The recent 7.0 earthquake that struck off the Northern California coast is…
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Gov. Kotek, lawmakers say state needs to keep focus on housing, education, mental health
By Julia Shumway, Oregon Capital Chronicle PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek doubled down Monday on her requests for more funding and…
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Oregon’s Project Turnkey sheltered thousands as state tries to build more homes
By Julia Shumway, Oregon Capital Chronicle ASTORIA Ore. (KTVZ) — Just before a tour of an Astoria homeless shelter late last month, Gov. Tina Kotek…
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Bend’s median home sales price drops $100K in a month, to $700K; fewer $1 million-plus sales seen as factor
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A decline in the proportion of home sales for over $1 million led to a significant $100,000 drop in Bend’s median home…
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Small plane makes Redmond Airport ‘belly landing’ due to landing gear problem; pilot reported unhurt
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A pilot who reported landing-gear issues was uninjured in an emergency “belly landing” of a small plane at the Redmond…
Continue ReadingAfter decades of brutal rule, Bashar al-Assad’s regime has been toppled. Here’s what you need to know
By Rob Picheta and Helen Regan, CNN (CNN) — The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s brutal dictatorship seemed a distant prospect two weeks ago. But…
Continue ReadingCancer-causing chemicals used in homes and workplaces banned by EPA
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — The US Environmental Protection Agency on Monday banned the use of two ubiquitous cancer-causing solvents that…
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New York prosecutors charge suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing with murder, court records show
Associated Press ALTOONA, Pa. (AP) — A man suspected in the brazen Manhattan killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO was arrested and charged with…
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City of Bend unveils chosen design for Franklin Avenue, kicks off online open house to gather public feedback
The city of Bend is inviting the community to an informational, online open house at bendoregon.gov/midtowncrossings, available now through Jan. 7,…
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NFL legend Lester Hayes says he hopes one day soon, he’ll receive the call, inducting him into the Hall of Fame
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lester Hayes, the former Oakland Raiders Cornerback, nick named ‘Judge’ and ‘Lester the Molester,’ renowned for his…
Continue ReadingInside Notre Dame, Paris’ Gothic gem, as it reopens to the world
By Joshua Berlinger, CNN Paris (CNN) — Five years after it was nearly destroyed in a devastating fire, Notre Dame de Paris formally reopened on…
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Bend woman found alive in remote area of Lane County
LOWELL, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend woman who had been missing since December 4 has been found alive and responsive. According to the Lane County…
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Bend Christmas Parade makes it way back to the High Desert to spread holiday cheer
BEND, Ore.(KTVZ) — Central Oregon spread Christmas cheer Saturday, with the Bend Christmas Parade. The Bend Christmas Parade is a…
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