Update: Following Crash – US 97 Reopens at Reed Market Road in Bend
UPDATE: U.S. 97 is back open following a crash at Reed Market Road. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — ODOT has closed U.S. 97 at Reed Market Road for a crash.…
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Jefferson County resident killed in ATV crash amid Brewer Fire response
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Jefferson County resident died in an ATV accident on private property while attempting to protect his home from the…
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WATCH: Community Meeting on Central Oregon Wildfires
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A community meeting was held on Monday evening concerning the response to Central Oregon’s wildfires. You can watch the…
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Fire Alert: Harney County Wildfires
Fire: Egypt FireAcres: 4,594Containment: 39%Evacuations: N/A Fire: Stone Creek FireAcres: 91.5Containment: 50%Evacuations: N/A 🟢…
Continue Reading Pedestrian hit and killed by a train in Bend, Here’s what we’ve just learned from police
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A pedestrian died Monday after being struck by a northbound BNSF train near the intersection of Reed Market Road. Bend Police…
Continue Reading FIRE ALERT: Firefighters provide update concerning Akawa Butte Fire
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters have provided an update concerning the Akawa Butte Fire. You can track Fire Alert updates through KTVZ.com and…
Continue Reading FIRE ALERT: Firefighters provide update concerning Crook County Wildfires
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters have provided an update concerning the wildfires in Crook County. You can track Fire Alert updates through…
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Man dies after being hit by vehicle on U.S. Highway 97 in Madras
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — An adult male died Friday night after being struck by a vehicle on U.S. Highway 97 in Madras. The driver involved was taken…
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Update: Evacuations have ended for Canyon Fire in Redmond
UPDATE: Fire Evacuations have ended according to Watch Duty UPDATE: Redmond Fire and Rescue have provided an update on the Canyon Fire… One…
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BREAKING NEWS: Redmond Firefighters Respond to House Fire
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Firefighters are responding to a house fire on Wickiup Court. A KTVZ News crew just arrived on scene and is following…
Continue Reading FIRE ALERT: Central Oregon Fire Provides Update on Regional Wildfires
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — More than 75 wildfires ignited across Central Oregon after more than 2,000 lightning strikes hit the region on July 15, 2026.…
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Fire Alert: Evacuation Levels
🟢 Level 1 – BE READY to evacuate. Be aware of danger in the area. Stay informed: Sign up for emergency alerts with your…
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Fire Alert: Deschutes County Wildfires
Fire: Akawa Butte FireAcres: 13,605.8Containment: 3%Evacuations: Level 3 | Level 2 | Level 1NOTE: URGENT EVACUATIONS ORDERED FOR AKAWA BUTTE FIRE…
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Fire Alert: Jefferson County Wildfires
Fire: Akawa Butte FireAcres: 13,605.8Containment: 3%Evacuations: Level 3 | Level 2 | Level 1 Fire: Box Springs FireAcres: 15,202.7Containment:…
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Fire Alert: Crook County Wildfires
Fire: Brewer FireAcres: 29,878Containment: 5%Evacuations: Level 3 | Level 2 | Level 1 Fire: Conant FireAcres: 112.9Containment: 100%Evacuations:…
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WATCH: President Donald Trump Addresses the Nation
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — President Donald Trump is addressing the nation from the East Room of The White House. You can watch the entire speech…
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KTVZ News promotes Kelsey Merison to Evening Anchor, Assumes new role with Lee Anderson on August 3rd
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News is excited to announce the promotion of Kelsey Merison to evening anchor. Merison will begin her new role on Monday,…
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Tracking Wildfires in Jefferson County Following Multiple Lightning Strikes
UPDATE: Brewer fire updated to 3,000 acres according to Watch Duty. UPDATE: The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has updated their evacuation…
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Redmond City Council considers fireworks ban after Independence Day fires
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond City Council is considering a fireworks ban following multiple fire-related calls during Independence Day…
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Madras leaders approve deal for former Initiative Brewing property after closure
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Madras Redevelopment Commission (MRC) and Madras City Council yesterday approved a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the…
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