Deliberative democracy takes center stage at Central Oregon summit
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Civic Action Project will host the region’s first Civic Action Summit from April 7 to April 9, 2026, at…
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Mt. Bachelor gears up for snowy weekend with up to 10 inches of fresh powder expected
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor received 6 inches of snow over the past week, with forecasts calling for up to 7-10 inches of…
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Mayor Kebler to present on Bend’s housing development efforts at upcoming meeting
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Partners for Affordable Housing and Bend YIMBY will host an all-coalition meeting on April 2 in Bend to discuss housing…
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There’s Good News: Community support shines at KIDS Center’s Healing Hearts fundraiser in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon residents gathered at the Riverhouse in Bend on Tuesday for the “Healing Hearts” fundraiser. The event raised…
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Crook County woman indicted for manslaughter in toddler’s unlicensed day care death
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Crook County woman has been indicted on charges including manslaughter following the September 2025 death of a toddler…
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Deschutes County Search and Rescue assists injured biker in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue volunteers responded to a mountain bike crash west of Bend on Saturday…
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Decision 2026: Deschutes County Commissioner Tony DeBone launches 8-community tour
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Commissioner Tony DeBone is launching an eight-community tour across the county beginning March 31. The tour,…
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Central Oregon Community College employees prepare for strike as mediation continues
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Classified employees at Central Oregon Community College could go on strike Thursday morning if ongoing negotiations with the…
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Increased transportation options for Prineville and Central Oregon residents
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit is expanding its Dial-A-Ride service beginning March 30 to increase transportation options for…
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Great Old Broads for Wilderness leader to speak on wild lands protection
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The League of Women Voters of Deschutes County is hosting a presentation on April 2 from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM, focused on the…
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There’s Good News: Rudy’s Markets delivers thank you sandwiches to Redmond Airport TSA agents
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Representatives from Rudy’s Markets, which owns Newport and Oliver Lemons, delivered sandwiches to Transportation Security…
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Fire destroys fifth-wheel at Sisters RV Park, cause under investigation
(Update: adding press release and photos from Sisters Fire) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A fifth-wheel RV was destroyed by fire Wednesday afternoon at the…
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Planned burn in Deschutes National Forest halted after test fire fails
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes National Forest firefighters canceled a planned prescribed burn on Wednesday after a test fire was unsuccessful. The…
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Deschutes National Forest completes Tumalo Falls platform repairs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Tumalo Falls viewing platform has reopened to the public following the completion of repair work. While the overlook is now…
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Redmond’s SW Veterans Way to close for roundabout construction in 2026
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond will begin a multi-phase closure of SW Veterans Way on March 30, 2026, to accommodate the construction…
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Oregon gas prices hit record high, nearing $5 per gallon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gas prices continue to soar due to the Iran conflict, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, Middle East energy…
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Lead poisoning threat to local raptors as eagle recovers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An adult bald eagle is recovering at a Bend wildlife hospital after being found grounded and unable to fly in Prineville. The…
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Bend’s Downtown Library to close for remodel, Central Library to fill gap
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Downtown Bend Library will close for a comprehensive remodel on April 10, 2026, marking the first major renovation in the…
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One Big Beautiful Bill: Tech giants and Live Nation save billions in taxes despite high profits
An OSU accounting professor says it’s too soon to tell whether recent tax cuts have translated into more investment in employees or businesses.…
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Multi-agency effort aims to reduce crashes and fatalities in Deschutes County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Law enforcement agencies across Central Oregon are ramping up patrols for Spring Break, launching a three-day traffic safety…
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