(UPDATE: Adding Story and video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fertilizer prices are increasing and its availability is decreasing in Central Oregon, impacting local farmers. This issue is linked to disruptions in the global supply chain through the Strait of Hormuz, exacerbated by the Iran war. U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-OR) stated that the rise in
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Another strong week of anglers showing off their skills around Central Oregon. Troy Pearson went to Odell and Crescent Lake to reel in these two great Mackinaw’s. He is keeping fish across the tri-counties on their fins with his skills. We can’t forget Harrison who snagged a nice rainbow trout, or should I say Cranebow
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Today marked the final day of classes for many schools in the Bend-La Pine district, including Bend Senior High School. For students at Bend High, this last day carried extra significance as the school’s old building is scheduled for demolition. The occasion was the last time students would walk through the
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Tina for Oregon campaign today challenged Sen. Christine Drazan to three 60-minute televised debates in Portland, Eugene and Medford. Drazan is again seeking Oregon’s highest office after facing Kotek in the 2022 governor’s race. Shortly after Oregon Governor Tina Kotek challenged Drazan to three debates before the November election, Drazan
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A blood drive is being held in honor of a Redmond firefighter-paramedic remembered for his service, strength and dedication to his community. The blood drive, scheduled for Friday, July 24, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., will take place at 341 NW Dogwood Ave. in Redmond. The flyer below was posted
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(update: adding comments from students and school officials) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Tumalo Community School is breaking new ground—literally—marking the start of a major campus expansion with a ceremonial groundbreaking held Thursday. The project, set to continue through the summer, will add four new classrooms and expand the school to serve students from kindergarten through
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(Update: Added video) By: Alma McCarty (KGW)SISTERS, Ore. — Two spectators injured when a bull leaped over an arena fence and into the crowd at the Sisters Rodeo two summers ago have filed lawsuits against the rodeo and its livestock contractor, seeking more than $11 million in combined damages. The bull, named Party Bus, cleared
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Parents of children who attended OSU-Cascades’ ‘Little Kits’ daycare program are demanding answers about it’s closure. To this end, they’re sending a letter to the University’s board of trustees, and the Higher Education Coordinating Commission. The program, which operated for approximately seven months is closing in July. The 7,200-square-foot facility was
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MADRAS. Ore. (KTVZ) Butch Wallace, the head custodian at Buff Elementary School, recently received the “Hearts of 509J” award. The recognition highlights his dedication to maintaining a positive learning environment for students and staff. Wallace was nominated for the award by Buff Principal Erika Skaar for his consistent positive attitude and for keeping the school
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Desmond Ray Florez, 34, of Warm Springs, Ore., was sentenced to federal prison yesterday for sexually abusing two minors at a sleepover. Florez received a sentence of 50 months in federal prison and 10 years of supervised release, as announced by U.S. Attorney Scott E. Bradford. According to court documents,
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the 2026-2026 school year has officially come to a close, Prineville Police took the time to celebrate with Crook County students.School Resource Officer Dunn climbed into the dunk tank… …and, you can see from the video posted above, students were successful. Officer Dunn was NOT dry.The police department says that
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is seeking public comment on a recently published draft health consultation report. The report details health risks from high levels of manganese and other contaminants found in domestic well water supplies north of Prineville. The health consultation report indicates that water from nearly 60 domestic wells tested
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is urging residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their families from heat-related illnesses as Oregon approaches the hottest months of the year. This guidance aims to prevent life-threatening conditions that can develop quickly during periods of extreme heat. Heat-related illnesses pose a significant risk,
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Pure sunshine and perfect high-desert weather across Central Oregon today. We are heading into the low 80s this afternoon before clear skies drop us back into the mid-to-upper 40s tonight. If you are making weekend plans, the beautiful weather holds steady with sunny skies and highs in the lower-to-mid 80s for Friday and Saturday, pushing
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County School District is set to enhance its athletic facilities with the construction of a new wrestling room at the middle school, promising improved training opportunities for young athletes.In a press release provided to KTVZ News from district superintendent Dr. Joel Hoff, Hoff said, “This project is much more than
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNN) — Annual inflation rose to a three-year-high of 4.2% in May, underscoring how elevated energy prices are rippling through the US economy, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Prices rose 0.5% on a monthly basis, driven higher by the US-Israeli war with Iran, the latest Consumer Price Index
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Update: Adding video SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency for Douglas, Gilliam, Harney, Lake and Malheur counties in Oregon. This declaration brings the total number of Oregon counties under drought emergency status to 17 out of 36. The declaration, issued through Executive Order 26-09, directs state agencies to coordinate
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, June 11th. 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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We have beautiful weather in store for the Bend Elks game tonight! Expect sunny skies and temperatures in the mid to upper 70s for most of the game.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A solemn tribute will take place next week in Salem as Oregon honors firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training and the Oregon Fire Service Honor Guard will host the annual Oregon Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial Ceremony on Tuesday,
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