By Robin Linares, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lawmakers who ”missed the boat” on regulating social media now have a chance to address the next emerging technology’s effects on youth, Oregon lawmakers contend. Sen. Lisa Reynolds, D-Portland, and the Senate Early Childhood and Behavioral Health committee she chairs are championing Senate Bill 1546 to regulate
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Daisy, a 7-month-old Shar Pei mix looking for her forever home at BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond! Daisy is full of puppy energy but has been a great friend to the other dogs at BrightSide. “She’s been actually helping a lot of our dogs here learn
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Street Dog Hero has welcomed 31 Chihuahua mixes rescued from a cramped hoarding home in Central California. “The dogs were found after their owner passed away, and with California shelters overflowing – they needed a safe place to go,” Street Dog Hero says. “Thanks to Oregon’s high adoption rates, these pups
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue is urging taxpayers to use public computer kiosks in its regional offices – including Bend – to avoid significant delays in paper tax return processing this year. The agency said Thursday that filing electronically through these kiosks allows residents to receive their kicker and tax refunds
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dear Mom Cafe earned the top prize at the High Desert Food & Farm Alliance’s third annual SOUPer Bowl on Saturday, February 7th–one day before the big game. The Bend-based restaurant won the competition with its Khao Soi, a Northern Thai curry noodle soup. The SOUPer Bowl serves as the largest
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LOS ANGELES, Ca. (KTVZ) — The Arizona rock band Jimmy Eat World announced a North American tour on Tuesday to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their album “Bleed American.” The tour is scheduled to begin June 9, 2026, at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver and will conclude in November 2026 at the Vans Warped
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – At the request of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, the Oregon Humane Society assisted with the rescue of 17 dogs and six cats suffering from suspected neglect at a property in Christmas Valley. The rescue, which took place last Thursday, was part of a search warrant served by the sheriff’s office following a weeks-long investigation into reports from concerned neighbors, according to an OHS news release on
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, along with Rep.Janelle Bynum, announced on Monday $3.8 million in federal funding to kick-start the expansion of Redmond Airport. Here’s what each lawmaker and city officials had to say in Monday’s announcement: “My visit to the Redmond Airport last fall showed me first-hand how this funding
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University–Cascades said Monday it’s hosting free tax preparation appointments for qualifying families and individuals through April 15. The service is provided through the Internal Revenue Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, known as VITA. The VITA program is designed to help people who need assistance preparing their own tax
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sailor, a 2-year-old dog at the Humane Society of Central Oregon, predicted the Patriots would win the Super Bowl this week while awaiting a permanent home. The dog has been at the shelter since Thanksgiving and is currently available for adoption with a sponsored fee. The prediction is part of a
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Friday, a 1.5-year-old mixed breed looking for her forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond! Friday is the sweetest girl who loves cuddles and attention. Her favorite spot will be right next to you–wherever that may be. “Friday is a certified Velcro girl. She’s gonna
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation is accepting entries for the SELCO Kids’ Mini PPP Art Contest right now through the end of February. Central Oregon elementary school students are invited to submit designs to be featured as the official artwork for the upcoming annual team race. You can see the
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Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — A Bend-based baby food company is making the most of Super Bowl Sunday. Square Baby, initially founded in 2018 by Katie Thomson, is using an ad spot to spread awareness about early exposure to food allergens, with a clever and cheeky twist. They’ve created the “Deez Nuts” campaign to educate and encourage parents to
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TILLAMOOK STATE FOREST, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry announced Wednesday that Browns Camp Off Highway Vehicle Campground will leave behind its first-come, first-served model and adopt a reservations-only system. This change will be put into effect when the campground opens for the 2026 season on April 1st. ODF State Forests Recreation Facilities
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Visit Bend is accepting grant applications now through March 27th for high-quality arts and culture events support, funded entirely by lodging taxes paid by overnight visitors. From musical productions to art exhibits to film festivals and more, the Bend Cultural Tourism Fund supports cultural opportunities that draw visitors to Bend–and $300,000
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon State University-Cascades has published the findings of a years-long study of sustainable tourism, revealing that the costs of the industry are beginning to outweigh the economic benefits for residents in many popular destinations. The research suggests that local communities are increasingly reaching a breaking point where tourism pressures negatively impact
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, the bands Metric, Broken Social Scene and Stars announced a North American tour called the All the Feelings Tour. The 18-date summer tour starts on June 8th in Austin, Texas and will conclude with a homecoming show for a couple of the bands in Toronto. The three bands, who
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rock band Godsmack announced their “The Rise of Rock World Tour 2026” today, a North American run featuring special guests Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy. The tour will bring the band to amphitheaters across the United States and Canada starting in May 2026. The tour will arrive at Hayden Homes Amphitheater
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue says its free online filing tool, Direct File Oregon, has been updated to fix an error that affected calculations for the Oregon Kids Credit. The issue was tied to new federal tax deductions for overtime pay, tips, and new car loan interest—changes that altered eligibility for some
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Meet Jo Friday, a gentle senior pup who wandered into HSCO as a stray and is now searching for a soft lap for the rest of her days. In this week’s Pet Pals, hear why her future is bright, and how her sweet, loyal personality shines on camera. Could you be the one to welcome
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