(Update: Adding video, comments from Powder House owner, Tactics staff, customer) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor opened two weeks ahead of schedule, as well as clocking in one of the highest bases, in the country. This winter season, so far, Mt. Bachelor has seen more than 200 inches of snow, for its season total. With
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Written by: William J. FordPublished by: Oregon Capital ChronicleWASHINGTON, D.C. – With a record 62 elected Black officials, including historic firsts of two women senators and two representatives from Alabama, the Congressional Black Caucus held a swearing-in ceremony Friday morning before members took the oath of office for the 119th U.S. Congress. Democrats Angela Alsobrooks
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – In response to the devastating wildfires that swept through Oregon this summer, President Joe Biden has authorized federal disaster assistance to support the state’s recovery efforts. The wildfires, which raged between July 10 and August 23, 2024, caused significant damage in several counties. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made
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(Update: Adding video, comments from Bend residents) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — 2025 is here and it could mean some big changes for some people. As the Times Square Ball dropped, people were ready for the new year. With the new year comes, changing old habits and following through on resolutions. “My New Year’s resolution is to
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(Update: Adding video, comments from scouts, Troop 23’s committee chair) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Scouting America which has programs such as: Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA, is teaching major life skills. For more than 100 years Scouts BSA has helped create generations of leaders by allowing boys and girls to explore their interests and serve the community. Scouts BSA teaches character
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(Update: Oregon State Police say crash was fatal, investigation underway.) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A La Pine woman was killed and a Madras man is fighting for his with serious injuries, after a 2 car-crash on Highway 97 near Terrebonne Friday night. Oregon State Police are investigating the cause. On Friday, December 27, 2024, at
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(Update: Adding video, comments from staff, skaters) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s that time of year – people are putting on their jackets and lacing up their skates, to get on the ice rink. Bend Park and Recreation District’s Pavilion started its holiday skate sessions. “It’s really fun,” Bend resident Kane Robinson said. “Like, sometimes I like
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor is celebrating a stellar holiday season as recent storms have delivered nearly 5 feet of snow, bringing the snow base to an impressive 108 inches at the base and 135 inches at mid-mountain. With a total of 212 inches of snowfall so far this season, the
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(Update: Adding video,comments from boy scouts, organization representative, and a parent) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Boy Scouts are helping to collect Christmas trees in Central Oregon, for the 33rd Annual Tree Collection. “Just a good fundraiser for Boy Scouts,” Boy Scout, Troop 18, Maddox Murphy said Sunday. “So we can do summer camp and our
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(Update: Adding video, comments from staff, visitors) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mount Bachelor is receiving lots of fresh snow for skiers and snowboarders. Snowboarders and skiers say it’s a great time to play in the snow. A snowboarder, like, Joshua Adams, made the journey to Bachelor from Seattle. “Hopefully we get more storms to come through,” Adams
Continue ReadingBy Dawn Sawyer and Dalia Faheid, CNN (CNN) — One Mega Millions ticket sold in Northern California has won Friday’s estimated $1.22 billion jackpot – believed to be the fifth-largest prize in the history of the game, the lottery says. The ticket – the first to win the jackpot in over 100 days – matched
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The Deschutes Public Library is excited to announce that the much-anticipated new Redmond Library will officially open its doors to the public on Monday, January 27. To kick off the opening, the library will operate with limited hours: Monday–Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday–Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. What You
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Associated Press The United States saw an 18.1% increase in homelessness this year, a dramatic rise driven mostly by a lack of affordable housing as well as devastating natural disasters and a surge of migrants in several parts of the country, federal officials said Friday. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development said federally
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Mt. Bachelor reported a whopping 14 inches of fresh powder overnight, bringing the mountain’s base depth to an impressive 84 inches – the deepest in the entire country. According to a press release from Mt. Bachelor, the exceptional conditions are expected to continue throughout the weekend, with forecasts predicting heavy snowfall
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UPDATE: Deschutes County officials tell NewsChannel 21 that River Summit Drive from Sunriver to Mount Bachelor has reopened. BEND, Ore (KTVZ) — Deschutes County officials report that 45 Road (River Summit Drive) from Sunriver to Mount Bachelor is currently closed to all traffic due to heavy snow and several issues involving vehicles. In a Facebook
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UPDATE: NewsChannel 21 reached out to the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) concerning the possible Christmas Day sonic boom and according to a spokesperson, “The FAA regulates civilian aircraft. Military aircraft can create sonic booms. Please check with military installations in the local area.”According to the Department of Defense, the closest Air Force Base to Central
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(Update: Adding video, comments from staff, residents) BEND, Ore.(KTVZ) — Bethlehem Inn provides safety, hope, as well as a holiday meal for people, on Christmas. The nonprofit wanted to bring the community together, inviting those without a family, to enjoy a Christmas meal. “For me, it’s gathering as a community,” Matthew Kaiser Jones Smith said Wednesday. “Without
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(Update: Adding video, comments from staff, client) LA PINE, (KTVZ) — It’s Christmas Eve, and many businesses are closed for the holiday weekend. However, a nonprofit organization opened its doors to host a special Christmas luncheon. The community of La Pine came together Christmas Eve to enjoy a warm meal, at the La Pine Community
Continue ReadingAP Business Writers WASHINGTON (AP) — American Airlines briefly grounded flights nationwide Tuesday because of a technical problem just as the Christmas travel season kicked into overdrive and winter weather threatened more potential problems for those planning to fly or drive. Government regulators cleared American flights to get airborne about an hour after the Federal
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Christmas time is about spending time with your family, curling up on the couch, and watching your favorite Christmas movies. Blockbuster is hoping to get you and your family in the Christmas spirit, by offering up your favorite Christmas classics. “It’s always nice to see those familiar faces or the kids coming in here and
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