US shows off $1 billion Mexico City embassy after years of delays
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The U.S. government has dedicated its more than $1 billion new embassy in Mexico, some two years after it was scheduled to be…
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‘Vanderpump Rules’ star James Kennedy says he’s committed to change after domestic violence arrest
AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy says he is determined to make changes and seek sobriety after…
Continue ReadingDemocrat Sherrod Brown says US Senate departure won’t be the last Ohioans hear from him
Associated Press COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown doesn’t plan to abandon his fight for American workers when he returns to Ohio…
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Oregon State Parks offer guided First Day Hikes Jan. 1 at 30 parks across the state, three in Central Oregon
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Whether you prefer a sunset hike along the coast or a paved wooded trail inside city limits, First Day Hikes has a hike…
Continue ReadingDeadly violence in Nigeria linked to breakup of United Methodist Church over LGBTQ policies
A religious schism has turned deadly in Nigeria, with a church member fatally shot and two young children killed as homes were set ablaze, according…
Continue ReadingShooting in Madison is the latest carnage at a US school or college over the past 25 years
Hundreds of people in the U.S. have died in shootings over the past 25 years in places like offices, stores and theaters. But the carnage perhaps…
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Oregon State Police release new illustration of woman’s unidentified remains in hopes of solving 25-year-old cold case
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — With the assistance of a new “facial re-approximation,” a 25-year-old Oregon State Police cold case is receiving new attention.…
Continue ReadingFormer Church of England leader resigns as priest after claims he mishandled an abuse case
LONDON (AP) — A former leader of the Church of England has resigned as a priest following allegations that he failed to properly handle the case of…
Continue ReadingLuigi Mangione charged in New York with murder as an act of terrorism in CEO’s killing
CNN By John Miller, Emma Tucker, Shimon Prokupecz, Kara Scannell and Lauren del Valle, CNN (CNN) — A Manhattan grand jury on Tuesday indicted…
Continue ReadingBrazilian Santa swaps sleigh for Jet Ski to deliver toys — and joy — to disabled children in Rio
Associated Press RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Dozens of children with disability gathered on Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana beach on Tuesday to receive…
Continue ReadingAfter investigating Jan. 6, House GOP sides with Trump and goes after Liz Cheney
AP Congressional Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — Wrapping up their report on the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack, House Republicans have concluded…
Continue ReadingAttack on 2 apparent Venezuelan migrants in Denver area seems gang-related, police chief says
Associated Press DENVER (AP) — Police say over a dozen people tied up and terrorized a man and woman at a crime-riddled suburban Denver apartment…
Continue ReadingMore world leaders from Argentina and El Salvador invited to Trump’s inauguration
Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — More world leaders are confirming they have been invited to President-elect Donald Trump’s…
Continue ReadingNBA announces All-Star tournament plan for this season: 4 teams, 3 games, 1 night
AP Basketball Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — The NBA ‘s All-Star Game is going to be an All-Star tournament this season, with the league announcing…
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Bend Realtor Howard Friedman, honored by NAR, donates $2,500 to Bethlehem Inn
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Howard Friedman, CCIM, recently presented a $2,500.00 check from the National Association of Realtors to Gwenn Wysling,…
Continue ReadingDamage under the ocean, banning junk fees, adults leaving their lives behind: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine, CNN Editor’s Note: CNN’s 5 Things newsletter is your one-stop shop for the latest headlines and fascinating stories to start and…
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Council on Accreditation once again recognizes J Bar J Youth Services for exceptional work
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — J Bar J Youth Services is proud to announce its reaccreditation by the Council on Accreditation (COA), an esteemed international…
Continue ReadingA couple hundred North Korean troops killed, wounded in battles with Ukrainian forces
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A senior U.S. military official says a couple hundred North Korean troops fighting alongside Russian forces…
Continue ReadingAt least 25 are killed and dozens are missing after an overcrowded boat capsizes in Congo
Associated Press KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — An overcrowded boat capsized on a river in central Congo on Tuesday, killing at least 25 people, including…
Continue ReadingTexas lawmakers issue new subpoena for death row inmate Robert Roberson’s testimony
Associated Press HOUSTON (AP) — A bipartisan group of Texas lawmakers have issued a new subpoena that would require the state’s prison system to…
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