Oregon rental assistance program reaches 500 people in rural areas
OREGON (KTVZ) — More than 1,900 Oregon households have received long-term rental assistance since July of last year through a program run by Oregon…
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‘Threads of Hope’ quilt and antique sale in Terrebonne to support local cancer patients
TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards in Terrebonne will host “Threads of Hope,” a quilt and antique sale benefiting FHC…
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Central Oregon patients gain access to newly approved breakthrough cancer medication
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — The Food and Drug Administration approved daraxonrasib Aug. 26, offering a new treatment option for patients with stage 4…
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Deschutes National Forest reopens Akawa Butte Fire area to public
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest lifted the temporary emergency closure for the Akawa Butte Fire area today, reopening the land to…
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Oregon state revenues rise $55 million despite corporate tax shortfall
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Oregon state revenues increased by $55 million in the latest quarterly revenue forecast released Wednesday. The overall…
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States win $17.1 billion settlement against Meta over youth mental health
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced a $17.1 billion multistate settlement Wednesday with Meta, requiring the company to redesign safety…
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What to know about the wolf spotted in Central Oregon
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — A young male gray wolf recently spotted in Central Oregon is healthy and mobile, according to the Oregon Department of Fish…
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How Pacific Power customers can save money through voluntary program and strategic energy use
(Update: adding video, information on program) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For Pacific Power customers, the timing of electricity use could matter just as…
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COCC opens applications for 2026-27 Small Business Management Program
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College’s Small Business Development Center is accepting applications for its 2026-27 Small Business…
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BLM records breakingtimber sale generates $70 million in economic activity
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management’s Pumpkin Pi timber sale in western Oregon brought in nearly $10.6 million and will produce 23.5…
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Beer festival and 5K coming to Little Woody Bend on August 29
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ)— Little Woody Bend will host its annual beer festival and 5K this Saturday, Aug. 29, featuring an untimed race from The Commons…
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Ashland adopts proclamation opposing possible ICE detention facility
By KOBI NBC5 Staff MEDFORD, Ore. (KOBI/KTVZ) — City leaders in Ashland have officially adopted a proclamation opposing the potential placement of…
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Oregon e-bike, e-scooter injuries rise as doctors warn of growing risks for kids
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As electric bikes and scooters become more common on Oregon streets, health officials are reporting a sharp rise in injuries,…
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Central Oregon drivers could see gas prices rise despite recent national dip
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Drivers in Central Oregon may have caught a small break at the pump recently, but that relief could be short-lived.…
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Panera Bread is set to replace old Cracker Barrel in Bend
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News has learned Panera Bread will be moving into the former Cracker Barrel in north Bend.According to online documents…
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Central Oregon, You Delivered – And WOW
We asked… and Central Oregon, you delivered — and what a beautiful view you gave us.Tonight, we asked you to share the moments that made you…
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Deschutes National Forest opens wildfire firefighter job applications
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The U.S. Forest Service opened applications today for permanent and permanent seasonal wildland firefighting positions within…
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Portland man arrested for stealing $20,000 of golf gear from Powell Butte resort
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — A 44-year-old Portland man was arrested Friday, Aug. 21, in connection with the theft of approximately $20,000 worth of golfing…
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‘Pretty tough’: Central Oregon farmer says timing of Trump’s beef import plan will hit American ranchers hard
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For many American ranchers, higher beef prices at the grocery store haven’t necessarily translated to…
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High Desert Chamber Music announces new venues for 2026-27 season
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — High Desert Chamber Music is relocating both its Concert Series and Annual Gala to new venues in Bend, Ore., for the 2026–27…
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