State LCDC approves Bend’s new rules, paving way for more high-density housing
Two years after lawmakers paved the way, Oregon’s land-use commission has unanimously approved changes to the city of Bend’s development codes that…
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Oregon House Republicans, Sen. Knopp take issue with state GOP’s ‘false flag’ claims
The Oregon House’s Republican Caucus and state Sen. Tim Knopp, R-Bend, took issue Wednesday with the Oregon GOP’s claim that the Jan. 6 attack on the…
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Bend La-Pine high schooler voices frustration with return-to-class options
With Bend-La Pine kindergarten through third-graders back in class this week and high school students set to return in February, a Summit High School…
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2 people escape NW Redmond house fire, but 5 pets perish
Two people escaped a fierce fire that destroyed a northwest Redmond home Wednesday afternoon, though one was evaluated for smoke inhalation, and five…
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Deschutes County develops tool for public to help report illegal marijuana grow sites
Illegal marijuana grows in Deschutes County have authorities’ attention, and they are looking to the public for help in efforts to find and remove…
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Trails, area west of Bend to close weekdays for timber harvesting, forest projects
Beginning Thursday, more than 1,000 acres encompassing several trails on the Deschutes National Forest west of Bend will be closed on weekdays for…
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Ski racer Tommy Ford returns to Bend, recovering from major slalom crash
Bend native and two-time Winter Olympian Tommy Ford is back home, recovering from a major ski crash he suffered while competing in a World Cup giant…
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Oregon reports 20 more COVID-19 deaths, 731 new cases, but weekly nos. fall
There are 20 new COVID-19 related deaths in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 1,924, the Oregon Health Authority reported…
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Bend-based foundation helping reuse Dutch medical instruments in Ethiopia
Bend-based ReachAnother Foundation is working with hospitals in the Netherlands to give thousands of medical instruments a fresh lease on life after…
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Oregon DHS reports lowest number of children in foster care in 15 years
Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and historic wildfires, the Oregon Department of Human Services Child Welfare Division said it was…
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Paulina Creek restoration project getting underway
The Deschutes National Forest plans to start work this week on a restoration project along Paulina Creek near Ogden Group Camp, to improve the…
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Portland police name suspect in hit-and-run that killed 1 and injured 9
Police have named the suspected driver of the vehicle involved in a hit-and-run incident that killed a woman and injured nine other people in…
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Drug decriminalization Measure 110 becomes law Monday: Here’s what it does
Measure 110, which will decriminalize personal possession of small amounts of drugs, making it a violation much like a traffic ticket, becomes law on…
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Split Redmond council will talk more about whether to allow marijuana stores
Redmond city councilors had their first but apparently not last discussion Tuesday night about whether to allow recreational marijuana dispensaries…
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Oregon reports 22 more COVID-19 deaths, including 2 in C.O.; 796 new cases
There are 22 new COVID-19 related deaths in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 1,904, the Oregon Health Authority reported…
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High Lakes Elementary parents notified of COVID-19 case
On the day that thousands of Bend-La Pine Schools kindergarten through third-graders returned to in-person classes, parents of High Lakes Elementary…
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Central Oregon gun stores struggle to meet demand amid shortages
Demand for guns as been exceptionally high since the pandemic began, but it’s so strong that it’s hurting some gun stores around Central…
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C.O. ahead of schedule for administering COVID-19 vaccinations to seniors
Central Oregon is one of the only areas in the state to gain approval to start vaccinating all residents age 75 and older. That puts the region well…
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C.O. gyms upset, dismayed over new, limited reopening guidelines
Gov. Kate Brown issued new guidance on Tuesday that will allow recreation facilities like gyms and other indoor activities (except restaurants) to…
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First Oregon motels converted for homeless could open next month
Oregon is reviewing 19 applications from nonprofits and government agencies in 14 counties to create unconventional motels-turned-apartment complexes…
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