DECISION 2026: Bentz touts rural wins as health care subsidy fight looms
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Oregon Congressman Cliff Bentz reflects on a turbulent year in Washington, one marked by major wins for rural schools and…
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Bend’s low Brosterhous Road railroad bridge claims another victim when semi slams into it, gets stuck
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend’s low railroad bridge near Murphy Road claimed another victim Monday afternoon, when an enclosed semi-truck struck…
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Injured minor airlifted from Mt. Bachelor to St. Charles, condition unknown
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor ski patrol responded to a minor guest on the afternoon of December 31, providing immediate care…
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$75K stovetop fire displaces Bend family and their pets from duplex
Bend Fire and Rescue says smoke alarms prevented the home from becoming a total loss. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend family and their pets were…
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Oregon rural health gets $197M, but faces an annual Trump policy scorecard
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new $197.3 million federal award will help Oregon revamp health care in rural communities, but the state must navigate an…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum reflects on the legislative year and looks ahead to health care fight
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After a busy year of bills, debates and votes in Washington, Representative Janelle Bynum is back home in Oregon for the…
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Windstorm topples trees, downs power lines and blocks major highways between Central and Western Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —A powerful windstorm swept through Central Oregon Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, with winds whipping up to 60 miles per…
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DECISION 2026: One-on-one with gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Former Oregon House Minority Leader and current state senator Christine Drazan brought her campaign for governor to Central…
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Problem Solvers: Trump administration pushes to remove gray wolves from Endangered Species Act protections
Move brought outrage from conservation groups, while drawing praise from ranchers and Republicans VALLEY FALLS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Trump…
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Problem Solvers: Business owners clash over parklets impact on sales and accessibility
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For several months, the Problem Solvers have been sharing stories about the parking challenges facing downtown Bend. Many…
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Prineville pastor pleads not guilty to abuse charge for allegedly shooting and blinding ‘Pumpkin’ the kitten
Defense attorney says he shot the cat, believing it was feral and was attacking his chickens PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jason Swick, 48-year-old…
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Problem Solvers: Investigation launched after mother dog survives 40-mile trek before rescue
The Problem Solvers spoke exclusively with the Smith Rock Resident (a new mother herself), who helped capture the Cane Corso. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A…
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Redmond Airport defies Thanksgiving travel chaos amid record crowds
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — More than 80 million Americans are traveling for Thanksgiving this year, including over one million Oregonians. Despite…
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IMAGES: Native American Heritage Month marked with vibrant celebration at Warm Springs K-8
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Warm Springs K-8 Academy celebrated Native American Heritage Month with a vibrant powwow showcase last week, bringing…
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Oregon’s wolves surge to historic high, but sparks new farm frustration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s wolf population is on the rise, reaching its highest numbers in years and fueling hope for species recovery among…
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Oregon sees surge in wolf attacks on livestock in Eastern Oregon
(Update: Adding video) MORROW COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon wildlife officials have confirmed a new series of wolf attacks on livestock in Eastern…
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Suspect with mental health concerns arrested after social media threat targets local school
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A suspect with a well-known history of behavioral health concerns was arrested for an outstanding warrant in Prineville…
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Bail reduced for former La Pine coach now accused of rape, sexual abuse of two minors; number of charges grows
Sierra Stigall, a 22-year-old former La Pine Middle School volleyball coach, went before a judge on Monday at the Deschutes County Courthouse.…
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Harley Coldiron
Assistant News Director Nice to meet you, Central Oregon!Since moving to Bend in 2017 from my hometown of Oakland, I’ve worked hard to build strong…
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From Combat to Care: Local county veterans recognized at ceremony
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Health Services unveiled a new wall today honoring the 18 veterans who currently work for the department. The…
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