BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thirty years after the Skeleton Fire burned more than 17,000 acres southeast of Bend, local fire agencies are urging Central Oregon residents to prepare for ongoing wildfire threats. Bend Fire & Rescue and the Deschutes Rural Fire Protection District #two highlighted the anniversary to remind property owners that emergency preparedness plays
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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 east of the Cascades. The cloud cover today has limited much of the heating process, so we are in the low-end criteria for the Advisory. The chance for an
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In this week’s Big Ol’ Fish, local anglers shared their notable catches, including a large brown trout from Wickiup Reservoir, a small mouth bass from Ochoco Reservoir and a 20-pound Chinook salmon reeled from the Deschutes River by Matt Jones. Don’t forget to upload your favorite fishing photos through the Contests tab at KTVZ.com for
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BEND, Ore. — The countdown to the 23rd annual Bend Film Festival is underway, with organizers announcing the first 22 competition features selected for this year’s event.BendFilm announced the competition feature lineup Friday morning, including eight narrative features, eight documentary features, three environmental and outdoor features and three Indigenous features.The newly announced films include Take
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Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Working Families Party has cross-nominated Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek for a second term in the state’s gubernatorial race. The decision follows a party vote backing candidates who agree to specific policy commitments focused on working-class families. Oregon utilizes a fusion voting system, which allows more than one political party
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Republican gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan met with local business leaders and workers during a campaign stop in Redmond on Wednesday. The event lasted nearly 2 hours as Drazan spoke directly with Central Oregon community members. The gathering covered a range of statewide issues, including education, the business climate and voting. Drazan
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Bend, ORE. (KTVZ)— U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley joined Congressional colleagues Friday to introduce legislation aimed at preventing domestic abusers from legally obtaining firearms. The Lori Jackson-Nicolette Elias Domestic Violence Survivor Protection Act would prohibit individuals subject to temporary restraining orders from purchasing or possessing firearms. The bill also extends federal protections to
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Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Oregon has received conditional approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to launch Explore Health, a new state-based health insurance marketplace. The platform will replace Health care.gov for Oregon residents starting Nov. 1, 2026. The marketplace is designed for residents who do not have health coverage through an employer
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Adrielle Hasara highlights three local events, from the Friday Night Races at Mount Bachelor, “What’s Your Wild Ride” Car Show in Redmond, The River’s Place Free Swing Lesson For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College student government will offer several paid positions for students seeking to develop leadership skills and represent their peers on campus. Interested individuals can learn more and apply through the college’s student life website.
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, August 21st: Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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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 the end of our stretch of 90-degree temperatures. It will still be hot, but not quite as hot as Thursday. Clouds will increase throughout the day, with a
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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 gentle headbutts. Sir Rattles has lived in a foster home with other cats, but he also appreciates having his own space. Because of a medical condition, Sir Rattles can
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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, equine-assisted therapy and outdoor-based services are helping people facing physical, mental and emotional challenges. The nonprofit has served Central Oregon since 1999, but leaders say the organization has experienced significant
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County has opened its first managed homeless camp in Redmond. The new site will serve around 36 people. Located next to Oasis Village, another transitional housing program, the site offers an alternative approach to assist individuals who are unable to access traditional shelters or other resources. The camp is managed
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As severe drought forces unprecedented irrigation shutoffs, Central Oregon residents, water officials, and lawmakers are confronting a system built during the settlement of the West.
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BEND, Ore. — From checking air quality before heading outside to changing vacation destinations overnight, wildfire smoke is factoring into summer plans for people across the Northwest.For Kevin Piro, visiting Bend from Lake Oswego with his two young children, checking air quality has become part of his daily routine.“I’m checking the air quality pretty much
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BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Young people in Burns are getting hands-on experience helping protect their community from wildfires. On August 11th and 12th, the Burns Fire Department partnered with the High Desert Partnership Youth Internship program on wildland fuel mitigation projects. The students also got a look at another side of emergency response. After completing
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CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local business is giving back to Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue. Over The Edge Taphouse donated $3,414 to the fire district. The money was raised through Bingo nights and other community events. Fire officials say the donation will help support local firefighters and thanked Over The Edge
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drivers in Redmond should expect a full intersection closure starting next week. The city says NW 19th Street and NW Maple Avenue will be closed from August 27th through September 4th. Crews will reconstruct the pavement as part of the city’s traffic signal project at the intersection. Signed detours will be
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