Doomed Titan submersible’s hull had many flaws, expert testifies
By Ray Sanchez, Graham Hurley and Caroline Jaime, CNN (CNN) — The findings of a two-week US Coast Guard hearing into last year’s implosion…
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Central Oregon has seen 325 wildfires this year, burning 550,000 acres; 2 new fires near Madras, Tumalo stopped small
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon has seen about 325 wildfires this year that have burned over 550,000 acres, the region’s fire officials said…
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Wyden proposes major changes to Supreme Court, adding 6 more justices over 12 years
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., announced Thursday he’s introduced legislation that he said would ” restore balance among the three…
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Latest talks between Boeing and its striking machinists break off without progress, union says
NEW YORK (AP) — The union representing Boeing factory workers who are currently on strike in the Pacific Northwest said contract talks “broke…
Continue ReadingIsrael killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut strike, group confirms
By Mick Krever, Sarah El Sirgany, Eyad Kourdi, Mostafa Salem and Jeremy Diamond, CNN Tel Aviv and Beirut (CNN) — The leader of the…
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Bend man pleads not guilty to attempted murder in baseball-bat attack on roommate; judge sets Jan. 8 trial date
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Bend man pleaded not guilty Friday to attempted murder and other charges in last month’s baseball-bat attack on his…
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Bend’s Trinity Lutheran Church and School breaks ground on long-awaited worship, performing arts center
Trinity Lutheran Church recently celebrated the groundbreaking of their new worship and performing arts center, “Boldly Building Our Legacy.” The…
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Smith Rock climber bitten by apparent rattlesnake, flown to Bend hospital for anti-venom treatment
A Smith Rock climber was bitten, apparently by a rattlesnake, at the state park Friday afternoon, prompting a quick rescue effort and flight to St.…
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‘Serene experience’? Bend ranks 74th in US for the most ‘stress-free’ driving, according to Texas car dealer’s survey
Survey notes ‘light traffic,’ ‘well-planned roads’ FRISCO, Texas (KTVZ) — Driving through some cities and towns in America can often be a…
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Deschutes National Forest reduces closure areas around Flat Top, Firestone fires, both almost fully contained
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Effective immediately, the Deschutes National Forest has updated and decreased the temporary emergency fire closure area on the…
Continue ReadingWhat fueled this week’s record-breaking stock rally
By Krystal Hur, CNN New York (CNN) — The stock market is racking up record highs again. Investors are wasting no time moving into riskier…
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BLM’s Priest Hole Recreation Site along John Day River to close until May for renovations, restoration
MITCHELL, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management plans to begin upgrades to the Priest Hole Recreation Site on the John Day River on Tuesday,…
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Federal government postpones sale of floating offshore wind leases along Oregon coast
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The federal government postponed an auction of floating offshore wind leases off the Oregon coast on Friday after developers…
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Oregon State Parks to increase camping, parking reservation fees for 2025; first camping fee hike in 8 years
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Parks and Recreation Department said Friday it is increasing its camping, parking and reservation fees to keep pace…
Continue ReadingAustin believes casualties in all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah could ‘equal or exceed’ those in Gaza
CNN By Shania Shelton, CNN (CNN) — US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin warned Friday of “devastating” consequences if Israel engages in an…
Continue ReadingTrump, standing next to Zelensky, promises a good deal for ‘both sides’ of Ukraine-Russia war
CNN By Jeremy Herb and Kit Maher, CNN (CNN) — Former President Donald Trump said Friday that – if elected – he’s ready to work out a…
Continue ReadingA dual win for consumers: Inflation cooled last month, paving way for borrowing costs to come down more
By Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN New York (CNN) — Americans and Federal Reserve officials have news to celebrate: Inflation cooled significantly last…
Continue ReadingIranian hackers indicted Friday allegedly sought to impersonate Ginni Thomas as they targeted Trump campaign
By Sean Lyngaas, Hannah Rabinowitz, Evan Perez and Jennifer Hansler, CNN (CNN) — Ginni Thomas, a conservative activist and wife of Supreme…
Continue ReadingNYC Mayor Eric Adams pleads not guilty to federal corruption charges as New York’s governor considers removing him
By Gregory Krieg, Gloria Pazmino, Holly Yan, Mark Morales and Kara Scannell, CNN New York (CNN) — New York City’s embattled mayor pleaded not…
Continue ReadingCNN Poll: Harris and Trump are tied in North Carolina, while vice president leads in Nebraska’s 2nd District
By Ariel Edwards-Levy, CNN (CNN) — Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are tied among likely voters in North…
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