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Bend police still diving into decades-old cold cases

There are more than a dozen cold cases in Central Oregon. In Bend, there are five. Police have two cases they are actively working on. Both happened in Drake Park, in the early 1960s and late 1970s.

Gov's aide reacts to U of O student-body shifts

In Part 2 of his special report, NewsChannel 21's Matt McDonald looks at how the governor's office is watching closely the changes in student-body makeup at the University of Oregon, as well as other schools.

U of O: Turning its back on Oregon?

UO Duck - turning back on Oregon?

Out-of-state students pay about three times more in tuition to attend the University of Oregon than Oregonians do. Is that why out-of-state students are making up a growing share of the student body? Nobody is ducking the question, but the answers NewsChannel 21's Matt McDonald found go beyond dollars and cents.

Poverty with a view? A look at Bend's cost of living

"Poverty with a view" -- a phrase that used to be heard around town, referring to Bend's high living costs and low wages. NewsChannel 21's Alicia Inns takes a look at how the cost of living numbers here now compare to other cities of similar size.

Two Bend women aim for fun -- and protection

Bend women take lessons to shoot guns

Two Bend women are part of a nationwide trend, as more women are interested in owning and being trained in how to use guns.

A personal story: Danger lurks when brain is injured

Athletes who suffer concussions and career-ending head injuries are no stranger to news headlines. But what happens when a fall during a simple family walk results in a brain injury? That's exactly what happened to me in late January of this year.

How to prepare your digital 'afterlife'

Almost everyone has them now: a Facebook account, Twitter, email and even online banking -- it's our virtual life. But unlike you, your online persona has no pulse, and when you die, the virtual "you" keeps on living.

Special report: Worried over smoke alarms?

A recent Today Show report had some unnerving news about smoke detectors, but in a special report, NewsChannel 21's Matt McDonald talked with Central Oregon fire officials and learned it's not that simple, or scary.

Challenges face gardeners on the High Desert

With warmer temperatures hitting the High Desert, many of you are tending to your garden. Local greenhouses and garden stores have been filled with people hoping to plant the perfect garden.

Chemtrails: Real conspiracy, or wild theory?

Chemtrails: On a clear day, what are we seeing?

On a clear day, they're an unmistakable part of the sky. Most people simply know them as condensation trails off of planes, but there's a growing community of believers who are convinced something more sinister is going on.

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