Heat and clouds Friday, low chance for storms and showers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Heat Advisory remains in effect today for most of Central Oregon and the Columbia River Basin east of the Cascades. Today marks…
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Furry Friends: Sir Rattles is very chatty!
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Sir Rattles is still waiting to find his forever home! This talkative cat has plenty to say and enjoys showing affection with…
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Healing Reins expands therapeutic services in Central Oregon, guided by new mission
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — For some Central Oregon families, healing can come from an unexpected place–the back of a horse. At Healing Reins in Tumalo,…
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Deschutes County opens managed homeless camp in Redmond
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County has opened its first managed homeless camp in Redmond. The new site will serve around 36 people. Located next…
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Problem Solvers: More Central Oregon residents than ever without irrigation water following driest winter on record
As severe drought forces unprecedented irrigation shutoffs, Central Oregon residents, water officials, and lawmakers are confronting a system built…
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Smoke, heat shape how people are spending summer in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. — From checking air quality before heading outside to changing vacation destinations overnight, wildfire smoke is factoring into summer…
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There’s Good News: Young volunteers learn rescue techniques and wildfire safety in Burns
BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Young people in Burns are getting hands-on experience helping protect their community from wildfires. On August 11th and 12th,…
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There’s Good News: Over The Edge Taphouse donates $3,414 to Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue
CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local business is giving back to Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue. Over The Edge Taphouse donated $3,414…
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Redmond intersection closure scheduled from Aug. 27 to Sept. 4
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drivers in Redmond should expect a full intersection closure starting next week. The city says NW 19th Street and NW Maple…
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Oregon officials warn drone operators: Stay away from active wildfires
OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Aviation and the Oregon Department of Emergency Management are issuing a joint warning instructing drone…
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Oregon voters may decide on hunting and farming protections by November 2028
OREGON (KTVZ) — A proposed constitutional amendment protecting hunting, fishing, and other traditional activities is moving forward in Oregon.…
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Madras selects three finalists for next police chief position
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Madras has selected three finalists for its next police chief. The finalists are Jeffrey Hattersley, Adrian…
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BLM urges caution on public lands as Oregon fire season breaks records
OREGON (KTVZ) — More than 2.5 million acres have already burned across Oregon during this record-setting fire season. Right now, the Bureau of Land…
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NASA studies fire clouds during Oregon’s record 2.5 million-acre burn season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s 2026 wildfire season set a state record with nearly 2.5 million acres burned, surpassing the previous record of…
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Heat Advisory in place through Friday, spotty storms late Friday night
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – A Heat Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for most of Central Oregon and through the Columbia River Basin…
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Central Oregon youth seek mentors as new school year begins
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon is asking community members to become mentors as 78 local youth await matches for…
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Fire restrictions stay in place on Oregon and Washington BLM lands
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Fire restrictions remain in effect on all Bureau of Land Management public lands across Oregon and Washington today, as a…
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Oregon highlights paid family leave options for new parents this month
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Paid Leave Oregon is highlighting paid family leave benefits available to new parents during National Breastfeeding Month this…
Continue Reading Hot pattern through Friday, rain and storm chances return tomorrow
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Thursday will be the hottest day of the week with highs reaching into the mid and upper 90s. A large ridge of high pressure…
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Free health and wellness fair to offer screenings in Bend on Sept. 19
A free health and wellness fair is coming to Bend, Ore., to help improve access to health care for local residents. The event aims to provide…
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