Sen. Wyden talks with KTVZ News about the continuing government shutdown, health care and fentanyl crisis
The second-longest shutdown in history is in its fourth week, with no clear end in…
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Applications are open for new Habitat for Humanity homes in Bend; here’s how to apply
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity announced Thursday it is now accepting applications for homeownership opportunities at Bear…
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Community steps up: Shepherd’s House Ministries says generosity has fed our hungry neighbors
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Federal funding cuts left some Oregon organizations scrambling to keep programs and services running. When a funding freeze…
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Students speak out in new report addressing mental and physical health concerns
(UPDATE: Added Video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students feel they are often left behind when it comes to their physical and mental well being. According…
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BLM plans to burn nearly 100 acres of piles near Eagle Crest
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The BLM’s Prineville District plans to burn piles on nearly 100 acres near Eagle Crest west of…
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Get a first look at Jackstraw Apartments this weekend in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– This weekend, the community is invited to a special event offering a first look at the new Jackstraw Apartments near Bend’s…
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‘Stand up, speak out, and be the difference’: Central Oregon rallies for change during National Bullying Prevention Month
Central Oregon educators and advocates are joining forces this October to mark National Bullying Prevention Month, while working to create safer and…
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City of Bend plans open house to show planned bridge design for Reed Market Road railroad crossing
(Update: More details from city on current timeline, plans) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend is inviting community members to an open house to…
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‘Sensing Sasquatch’ exhibit at High Desert Museum receives special public history honor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Museum’s original exhibition Sensing Sasquatch has won the 2025 Autry Public History Prize, which…
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Fall bird migration raises risk of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza; local backyard poultry flock euthanized
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As wild birds begin to migrate during the transition into fall, the risk for transmission of highly…
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Eckstein Scholarship Fund receives $15,000 in donations to support Central Oregon trades students
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ)– The legacy of Jake and Josh Eckstein continues to shine in Crook County and beyond, as the community came together once…
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Heart of Oregon Corps launches sprint to raise final funding for Youth Workforce Development Campus in Redmond
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Heart of Oregon Corps kicked off a major fourth-quarter sprint Tuesday to raise the final…
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Fall cooldown: U.S. gas price average closes in on $3 a gallon; Oregon poised to drop below $4, AAA says
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The national average for a gallon of regular gas could soon fall to the $3 mark for the first time since May 2021. The…
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BREAKING: Recall petition against Sisters mayor and council president has been withdrawn
(Update: added quotes from Mayor Letz and President McDougall) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The recall petition against Mayor Jennifer Letz and City…
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Deschutes County is sending out this year’s property tax statements; here’s what to know
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is sending out 2025-2026 property tax statements this week. Property owners will…
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‘Uncharted territory’: NeighborImpact prepares for possible local hunger surge due to halt in SNAP benefits
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — NeighborImpact said Tuesday it’s preparing for a potential surge in hunger across Central Oregon after the federal government…
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As shutdown hits 3-week mark, here’s a new look at the number of Oregon, local federal workers and their pay
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With unemployment reports paused due to the 3-week-old federal government shutdown, Oregon Employment Department Regional…
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Oregon Parks and Recreation Department asks for public feedback on Recreational Trails Plan
OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is encouraging the public to provide feedback on the 2026 Oregon Recreational Trails…
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Jefferson County sheriff seeks to halt social media rumors of ICE raids, explains what officers were doing
(Update: Adding video, text of statement) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Sheriff Jason Pollock posted a statement on the agency’s Facebook…
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Drivers escape serious injury in three-car crash at Crook County intersection
POWELL BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A three-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon at a Crook County intersection fortunately led to only minor injuries, Oregon…
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