Warm Springs man sentenced to prison for sexually abusing minors
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Desmond Ray Florez, 34, of Warm Springs, Ore., was sentenced to federal prison yesterday for sexually abusing two minors…
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There’s Good News: Prineville Police Celebrate Final Day of School with Crook County Students
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the 2026-2026 school year has officially come to a close, Prineville Police took the time to celebrate with Crook…
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Health risks found in Prineville domestic wells, public comment sought by OHA
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is seeking public comment on a recently published draft health consultation report. The report…
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Tips to prevent heat-related illnesses in Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is urging residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their families from…
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New Wrestling Room at Crook County Middle School to Improve Training for Athletes
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County School District is set to enhance its athletic facilities with the construction of a new wrestling room at…
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School year officially comes to a close for Central Oregon districts, Bend PD SRO’s ready for summer fun
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the temperatures start to rise and summer activities get underway, the school year is officially coming to a close for…
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Over 74,000 ponderosa pine seedlings planted in Ochoco National Forest
PRINEVILLE, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) and the Ochoco National Forest have completed a pioneering reforestation project in the…
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First Responders Rush to Rollover Accident in Bend; No injuries reported
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police along with Bend Fire and Rescue responded to a rollover crash on NE 3rd Street and NE Marshall Avenue around noon…
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There’s Good News: Bend Firefighters Rescue Dog from Rocky Cliff in Must-See Video
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire and Rescue posted a video on their social media platforms that is gaining a lot of attention. In the video, two…
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Redmond Fire & Rescue mourns loss of firefighter Michael Kienzle
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Michael Kienzle, a firefighter and paramedic with Redmond Fire and Rescue passed away recently following a courageous battle…
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Sisters Habitat for Humanity celebrates completion of Woodlands development
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sisters Habitat for Humanity marked a major milestone on May 29, celebrating the completion of its Woodlands development and…
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Central Oregon law enforcement to boost traffic patrols for summer events
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon law enforcement agencies will increase traffic patrols and enforcement efforts from June 10 through June 14,…
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Les Schwab Restructures Staffing, 70 Positions Impacted
(Update: statement from Bend Chamber of Commerce) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Les Schwab Tires confirmed Monday it is restructuring portions of its Central…
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Candidate for Deschutes County Sheriff says he’s been placed on administrative leave
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — One day after the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office announced three staff members had been placed on administrative leave due to…
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Deschutes County Sheriff places staff on leave amid misconduct allegations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sheriff Ty Rupert of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has placed three members of his staff on paid administrative leave.…
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Madras to elect Mayor and City Council Members in November
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Voters in Madras will be electing a new Mayor in November. Mayor Mike Lepin has announced he is not running for reelection.…
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Dr. Stephen Kornfeld could be back in Oregon after hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An Oregon resident, Dr. Stephen Kornfeld, could be back in Oregon and under quarantine through June 21 after returning to the…
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Scam Alert: Jury Duty Calls in Crook County Threatening Arrest
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County has issued a scam alert regarding fraudulent jury duty calls. Scammers are impersonating officials, falsely…
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Aircraft Assist in Fighting Jordan Fire in Jefferson County
Update: All evacuation orders have been lifted. Update: According to Watch Duty, a Level 2 “Get Set” Evacuation warning has been issued.A Level 2 “Be…
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Update: Wisconsin Woman Arrested Accused of Friday Night Shooting in Bend
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 32-year-old man from Texas was shot in the stomach late Friday night in Bend, leading to the arrest of…
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