All 3 Central Oregon counties see job growth in October as unemployment rates remain stable
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s total nonfarm employment increased year-over-year across all three Central Oregon counties, while the…
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Redmond Airport ready to kick off busy holiday season; travelers urged to allow extra time, show up 2 hours early
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Airport said Monday it anticipates another busy holiday travel season from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve.…
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Bend Police report major surge in scam emails, calls, $400K in losses; offer tips to avoid becoming a victim
Bend police warned businesses, nonprofits and individuals Monday about a major increase in scam emails and calls that have ripped off area residents…
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Bachelor Complex closure area reduced; some closures still in place due to burned-area hazards
The Deschutes National Forest on Monday reduced the temporary emergency fire closure area on the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District for the Bachelor…
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Light at the end of the tunnel: Deschutes DA, C. Oregon attorneys hopeful to see end of defender shortage
Courts across Oregon are still struggling to resolve a shortage of public defenders, with hundreds of charged defendants waiting for legal…
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‘Win-win solution’: Heart of Oregon Corps youth crew’s defensible space work was key when fire threatened Madras-area homes
A Heart of Oregon Corps youth crew helped to reduce wildfire danger in a high-risk area – a crucial step, as made clear this summer there when the…
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Much of Bend area sees Sunday snow to start a wet, wintry and windy weather week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A thin coat of snow fell over much of the Bend area and higher elevations late Sunday to begin what NewsChannel 21 Chief…
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Bend Bikes holds gathering and memorial bike ride to mark World Remembrance Day for Road Traffic Victims
Central Oregon cyclists and others gathered in Bend on Sunday and staged a memorial bike ride to commemorate the “World Day of Remembrance for Road…
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Think Wild hosts first ‘Get Wild Chili Cook-Off’ fundraiser for the community; winners announced
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nothing like a bowl of chili (or maybe more than one) to warm you up on a cold, windy Saturday, which was only fitting as…
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Dry Canyon Arts Association holds Art Show and Sale; raffle aims to ‘Jumpstart Art’ for all elementary school students
This weekend, the Dry Canyon Arts Association held its semi-annual Art Show and Sale at the Redmond High School commons, including a raffle with a…
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Fire heavily damages century-old Madras home; bystander spots smoke, alerts occupants, who escape unhurt
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – A more than century-old Madras home was heavily damaged Saturday morning by an attic fire traced to faulty wiring for a light…
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Central Oregon leaders to reaffirm commitment to school safety at annual Safe Schools Alliance gathering
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon school superintendents, fire and police chiefs, sheriffs, district attorneys and public and mental health…
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City of Madras, Redevelopment Commission celebrate grand opening of new downtown venue, The Spot
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Madras and the Madras Redevelopment Commission are thrilled to congratulate The Spot on its grand opening Thursday…
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Will Van Vactor chosen as new Crook County manager
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County said Friday it is delighted to announce Will Van Vactor as the new County Manager, effective Saturday, Nov.…
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On bluebird day, lots of snow pumps up the party for skiers, boarders enjoying Mt. Bachelor’s earliest opening in 26 years
Mt. Bachelor pass-holders lined up to party on the snowy slopes Friday for their own early chance to check out all the fresh powder at the resort’s…
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‘It really takes a toll on you’: Houseless along China Hat Road trying to prepare for another cold, snowy winter
Homeless people living in Bend are preparing as best they can as temperatures drop and snow is building in the mountains. Those living along China…
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Special Report, Parts 1, 2: Consumer alert in Crook County; Prineville car dealership under fire, accused of scams
The owner of a Prineville car dealership is under fire after claims he’s scammed several clients selling their…
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FBI investigating bomb threats emailed to C. Oregon election offices, others around state; says ‘none credible thus far’
The FBI confirmed Friday it’s investigating bomb threats emailed to election offices across Oregon, including Deschutes County, a week ago, three…
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DAWNS House founder Dawn Holland pleads not guilty to 8 counts of aggravated theft; March trial date set
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The founder of DAWNS House, a Bend nonprofit that provides housing for women recovering from addiction, pleaded not guilty…
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Oregon health officials sound alarm, say pertussis cases expected to break record; vaccinations urged
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon is expected to surpass its record of 910 pertussis cases by the end of 2024, prompting state health officials to…
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