Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, introduced legislation today to double the federal matching contribution for workers saving in tax-preferred retirement accounts. The Savers Match Enhancement Act would increase the maximum federal match from 50% to 100% on eligible contributions made to Individual Retirement Accounts and 401(k) plans, raising the maximum annual match
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Good Monday morning! A quiet pattern takes over this week as a ridge of high pressure builds over the region. Plan on a crisp fall morning, followed by a mild afternoon with highs in the upper 60s and low 70s. Overnight lows will dip into the 30s and 40s, so you’ll
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Howdy all, and happy Sunday! Central Oregon is in for a warmer stretch this week, with temperatures climbing into the mid 70s across Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties each day. Most of the region will stay dry, making for plenty of opportunities to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather. A few showers are expected
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SEATTLE, Wash. (KTVZ) — Dan Wilson will not return as field manager of the Seattle Mariners in 2027, the team announced Sunday. The decision was announced by Jerry Dipoto, president of baseball operations, following conversations between team management and Wilson this week. The change comes after the organization concluded that a new direction was necessary
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Today will be mostly sunny and dry with the winds relaxing and the temperatures remaining chilly. Highs will be in the low to middle 60s region wide, which is slightly below our normal high of 72 for September 26th in Bend. Winds will be noticeable but not overwhelming, arriving from the
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sue Matters, station manager of KWSO Radio in Warm Springs, has received a $500 Pay it Forward award for her efforts to keep the local community informed. The award is part of KTVZ’s Pay it Forward program, which highlights individuals working to make Central Oregon a better place. The monthly
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CENTRAL OREGON, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry Central Oregon District will drop its wildfire danger level to moderate at 12:01 a.m. tomorrow. The agency also terminated regulated use closures across several of its operational units. The updated restrictions affect state-protected lands in Harney, Grant, Gillam, Umatilla, Wheeler, Crook, Jefferson and Deschutes counties.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Pet Pals features two adorable littermate kittens looking for their forever homes through the Humane Society of Central Oregon. Charlie and Chuckie are about three months old. The kittens were rescued after a family noticed their mother cat had five kittens, but later disappeared with three of them, leaving
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dog lovers in Central Oregon will have a chance to meet some unique breeds this weekend! The 2026 Great Global Greyhound Walk is happening Sunday at 10 a.m. at Drake Park in Bend. Local sighthound owners will gather with their dogs to help raise awareness about greyhounds and other sighthound breeds.
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OREGON (KTVZ) — People all over are remembering Dolly Parton today, September 25th: “Nine Two Five.” September 25th has been declared Dolly Parton Day in Portland, one of several cities across the country recognizing the country music icon and her legacy of giving. The Dollywood Foundation is also calling today Give Like Dolly Day, encouraging support for
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Right now, the Deschutes National Forest is getting ready to start its fall prescribed burning season. Firefighters could begin burning as early as next Tuesday, if weather and other conditions are right. The Forest Service could burn up to 5,886 acres across Central Oregon, including areas near Bend, Sisters, La Pine,
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For the second time this summer, suspected serial killer Jesse Calhoun appeared in a Multnomah County courtroom. On Monday, he faced new charges in the death of a 6th woman. He’s facing manslaughter charges in the death of 32-year-old Libby Gibson. The Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office announced last week there is
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A man and a Portland K9 were killed in a shooting Thursday afternoon during a fugitive operation in the city’s Montavilla neighborhood. Police say a U.S. Marshals task force encountered a suspect wanted on a felony warrant. The suspect died at the scene, and a firearm was recovered. K9 Kylo, a German
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Brisk winds, early morning rain and much cooler weather are defining the first Friday of Autumn. The bulk of the rain has fallen on the Cascades where around a half inch of water has made it to the ground Across the high desert, less than a tenth of an inch of
Continue Reading Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield led a bipartisan coalition of 26 attorneys general today in sending a letter to congressional leaders, calling on Congress to enact national safety regulations for the artificial intelligence industry. The coalition warned that AI programs developed without proper safeguards pose risks to the nation’s financial system,
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Willamette Pass Resort has completed an expansion of its snowmaking system, tripling the mountain’s overall snowmaking capacity. The upgrade more than doubles the resort’s fleet of snow guns to 19 and provides top-to-bottom snowmaking coverage. The project serves as the first step in the resort’s Master Development Plan, a long-term roadmap
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — National Public Lands Day, a nationwide event dedicated to volunteering on public lands, takes place this Saturday, Sept. 26. Thousands of volunteers across the country are expected to participate in stewardship projects on national forests and grasslands. The annual day of service encourages stewardship by providing community members an opportunity to
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Adrielle Hasara highlights three local events, from the return of Annual Deschutes Historical Museum Chili Feed, to a Native Planting Day in Prineville, For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest announced today that it is hiring for winter seasonal positions in central Oregon. The agency is recruiting for five seasonal openings. These include four visitor services positions to support front desk operations and one forestry technician position with an emphasis on special uses. Prospective employees must be
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Veteran homeowners in Central Oregon may qualify for no-cost home repairs through the Veteran Restore Health and Safety Program offered by NeighborImpact. The program provides assistance to address health, safety and accessibility needs in local residences. Funded by Oregon Housing and Community Services, the program offers grants ranging from $15,000 to
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