Today continue our warmer than normal pattern as the mercury in the thermometer will rise into the upper 80s and low 90s once again. The region is tinder dry and any fires that start will spread rapidly. Saturday around 8 pm the Coyner Fire NW of Redmond grew rapidly to 11 acres and prompted evacuations
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Redmond, held its annual Fourth of July parade, Saturday, through downtown, kicking off Independence Day celebrations in Central Oregon. The morning event featured more than 70 entries. The parade brought together a diverse group of participants. Streets were packed with residents watching the procession, which included a 101-year-old
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Dry and typical summer conditions will continue across Central Oregon for the rest of the holiday weekend, making for excellent outdoor conditions this Independence Day evening. Tonight Skies will remain clear overnight. For those heading out to local fireworks celebrations, temperatures around prime viewing time (between 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM) will be hovering comfortably
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pilot Butte is being prepared for Bend’s annual 4th of July fireworks show. It will feature more than 1,000 shells and a massive 12-inch finale shell creating a 1,200-foot diameter explosion. The display is scheduled for Saturday at 10 p.m. and is expected to last about 20 minutes. Extensive safety measures
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Today’s Pet Pals guest was Pelé, an adorable 2-month-old kitten looking for a forever home. Pelé was raised in a loving foster home, where he received plenty of affection and care, and is now ready to find a family of his own. The Humane Society of Central Oregon says kittens like Pelé thrive with interactive
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Plenty of sunshine and a light breeze will define the day and will also define Saturday, the Fourth of July. The region will be seeing a breeze from the west today and tomorrow that will allow the sun to do its job and heat us up under mostly clear conditions. Highs
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LA PINE, Ore. — The gates are officially open and the action is underway in southern Deschutes County for one of Central Oregon’s longest-running Independence Day traditions. The La Pine Rodeo kicked off night one of its three-day run, expected to draw thousands of holiday visitors. Proudly dubbed “The Greatest Little Rodeo in Oregon,” organizers
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Editor’s note: This story contains descriptions and images of animal mutilation that some readers may find disturbing. HARNEY COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — For generations, stories of cattle mutilations have circulated across the American West. They’ve been featured on shows and documentaries like Unsolved Mysteries and Ancient Aliens, fueling decades of speculation ranging from cults, conspiracies,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Little Kits Early Learning Center in Bend, connected to OSU Cascades, permanently closed today, leaving local families searching for child care. The center had announced its closure in May, giving parents approximately seven weeks’ notice. The closure has created significant challenges for many families, including Rachel Taylor, who relied on the
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Odysseus Japeth Tewee, a 20-year-old man from Warm Springs, Ore., was sentenced to 180 months in federal prison Monday. Tewee was sentenced after sexually exploiting a minor victim, recording it and uploading it online. U.S. Attorney Scott E. Bradford for the District of Oregon announced the sentencing in Portland, Ore.
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Today will begin the warmup even as some mid to high level clouds arrive. These clouds will keep us from warming into the 80s most spots as I am forecasting upper 70s most locations. Areas north of Redmond will get there, but only by a degree or two. Winds will be
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three patriotic local events, from the 99th annual Bend Pet Parade to La Pine Frontier Days. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For children facing adversity, having a trusted adult to lean on can make all the difference. That’s the mission behind Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, that connects local youth with caring adult volunteers through one-on-one mentoring relationships. The organization carefully matches
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, July 2nd. 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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WILSONVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s something you don’t hear about often in Oregon: a young black bear made an unexpected visit to Wilsonville on the night of June 29th, drawing several calls to local authorities. Officers with the Wilsonville Police Department responded to the sighting around 10:45 p.m. Using their patrol vehicles, they safely directed
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(UPDATE: Adding more information on the Department.) ALFALFA, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Alfalfa Rural Fire District has faced a series of challenges in recent months, including board member resignations, the departure of longtime Chief Chad Lavallee, and a failed levy. But firefighters on the ground say the department remains focused on maintaining service to the
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LA PINE, Ore. — Final preparations are underway at the La Pine Rodeo Grounds as crews set up for one of Central Oregon’s longest-running Fourth of July traditions, kicking off Thursday night. Proudly dubbed “The Greatest Little Rodeo in Oregon,” the three-day, NPRA-sanctioned event brings thousands of visitors to Southern Deschutes County annually, serving as
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A special election will be held to decide if four members of the Madras Aquatic Center board, including the executive director, will be recalled. This special election was triggered after petitioners successfully gathered enough signatures to force the public vote. Jefferson County officials confirmed that the petition collected the necessary signatures,
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(Update: adding comment from Oregon Senator Ron Wyden) TACOMA, Was. (KTVZ) — The truck driver involved in a deadly crash near Brothers that killed a newlywed couple will be deported to India, avoiding trial.Rajinder Kumar, an undocumented immigrant from India, was involved in the fatal car crash in November of 2025. William Carter and Jennifer
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Kefi Fast Fresh Mediterranean, a family-owned Bend restaurant known for its Greek and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, has been listed for sale, according to a public comment from owner Nick on a Facebook post and a commercial real estate listing for the restaurant space. “Yes it’s true we have put Kefi for sale,”
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