“The job’s not done”: Rep. Janelle Bynum files for reelection
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum filed for reelection for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District to continue her work in the U.S. House of…
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Run for the Roses: Bend FFA’s benefit dinner and auction set for March 7
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend chapter of the Future Farmers of America will hold its Run for the Roses Benefit Dinner and Auction on Saturday, March…
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St. Charles Bend nurses ratify contract, securing wage increase
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Registered nurses at St. Charles Bend voted overwhelmingly to ratify a two-and-a-half year contract agreement on Thursday, Feb.…
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Pet Pals: Bonded guinea pig pair seeks loving home
A bonded pair of six-month-old guinea pigs is available for adoption through the Humane Society. The sisters, Sage and Willow (black and white), are…
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Big Ol’ Fish: It takes two to wrangle this towering tuna, and more
This week we kicked things off with Cassie Conte who reeled in an impressive rainbow trout on the Madison River in Yellowstone National Park, and…
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One Class At a Time: Teaching craftsmanship and character in La Pine
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News and Mid Oregon Credit Union awarded a $2,000 grant to the manufacturing and forestry program at La Pine High School…
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Bend Police investigate alleged dump truck theft and hours-long joyride
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police are investigating after a dump truck worth more than half a million dollars was stolen from a job site and later…
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Pet Pics: The Super Bowl may be over, but River’s team pride isn’t
Take a look at this spirited submission from Pet Pics this week. Our featured picture is of adorable pup River showing off her Seahawks pride. Don’t…
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Lost seal pup rescued on the Oregon Coast, safely returned to the ocean
CANNON BEACH, Ore. — A baby seal is back where it belongs after a rescue effort on the Oregon Coast. The Haystack Rock Awareness Program in Cannon…
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Pet Pals: Meet Benito, a brave pup with a big heart
Benito has already overcome incredible odds and now, this little pup is ready for his forever home. The Oregon Humane Society rescued Benito, along…
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There’s Good News: Downtown Bend to get covered in hearts this Valentine’s Day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend will be bursting with handmade hearts this Valentine’s weekend, all part of a community tradition that’s all…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Wahoo-ly smokes! Cassie wrangles a catch nearly as big as she is, and more
Brian Faddis kicks things off with an impressive 8-pound rainbow trout from Tumalo Reservoir, followed by Jacob Rudback’s massive rainbow out of…
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Rural Deschutes County residents to get new curbside recycling service this summer
(Update: clarifying information, adding video, comments from residents) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rural residents in Deschutes County will soon be able to…
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Caught on camera: Redmond homeowner targeted in dangerous TikTok challenge
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Redmond resident and KTVZ viewer says they were the latest victim of a viral TikTok prank known as the “door kick…
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There’s Good News: Highland Elementary students blast off on ‘mission to Mars’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News launched a new initiative to end each newscast with a positive story from around Central Oregon, called “There’s Good…
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Pet Pics: Monkey’s blooming with cuteness!
We check out more adorable pets across Central Oregon. Check out this viewer-submitted photo of her pup Monkey rocking some flower power. We’re in…
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Love takes flight: KTVZ captures surprise engagement at Madras Airport
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s some especially good news, just in time for Valentine’s Day. A Madras couple took their relationship to new heights…
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New Postal Connections opening soon in Bend near Costco
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new business is moving into the booming commercial park surrounding Bend’s new Costco. Postal Connections plans to open by the…
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OSU scientists develop new material that destroys cancer cells
PORTLAND, Ore. — Scientists at Oregon State University have developed a nanomaterial that triggers chemical reactions to kill cancer cells through…
Continue Reading St. Charles expands cardiology team to meet rising demand
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System announced, it’s boosting its cardiology services with nine new specialists joining in 2026. The…
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