Redmond, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s Fish and Wildlife Commission is heading to Central Oregon next week for a two-day meeting that will put mule deer habitat, salmon seasons, funding decisions and other wildlife issues on the table. The commission will meet June 25 and 26 in Redmond, with a Thursday field tour focused on sagebrush
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Lightning organization forfeited the remainder of its 2026 AF1 season on June 11, 2026, citing significant player injuries and overriding safety concerns. The decision comes after medical evaluations determined the team could no longer safely field a roster that meets professional standards for competition and player well-being. Player health
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two bicyclists were killed and a third was injured in a suspected DUI crash on June 11 on the Pacific Coast Highway in Ventura County, California. A 24-year-old man from Oxnard was arrested in connection with the incident. Kellie Standish, 33, of Bend, Oregon, and William Tucker, 39, of Ventura, California,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Thursday, June 18th, Redmond’s current mayor, Ed Fitch, announced on KTVZ News at Sunrise during ‘Ask the Mayor’ that he will be seeking re-election. This follows the city’s recent announcement that residents interested in serving their community through elected office may obtain candidate election packets from the City Recorder’s Office,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From speeding concerns to xeriscape landscaping rebates, Mayor Ed Fitch answers viewer-submitted questions for this month’s Ask the Mayor. He also wanted to invited the community to the upcoming Community Block Party to celebrate America’s 250th celebration and the annual 4th of July celebration: July 2 – 4:00 PM Concert –
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As concert season ramps up across Central Oregon, venues in Bend, Redmond and beyond are doing more than drawing crowds—they’re helping drive the region’s summer economy. From large-scale performances at Hayden Homes Amphitheater to local shows at General Duffy’s Watering Hole, live music is bringing in both visitors and locals who
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Warm Springs, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new fire has been reported near the Indian Head Casino in Warm Springs, according to Watch Duty. According to The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Fire Management, “The Rocky Fire is estimated to be 30-40 acres and burning in rocky and grassy terrain heading to the northwest. Local wildland
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – AAA projects 72.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home for the 4th of July holiday. This sets a new record, up from 71.8 million travelers last year. But the increase is 0.5% which is smaller than recent year-over-year gains. The number of travelers driving and flying to their
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) Registration is now open for the 2026 Summer Driver Education Program offered through High Desert Driver Education in Redmond. The program aims to equip high school students with the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary for safe and responsible driving. The driver education program provides young drivers with practical skills through both classroom
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has declared a state of emergency across Oregon due to the imminent threat of wildfire, a move that officials say will help mobilize critical resources as dry conditions and low snowpack create dangerous fire weather across the state — including Central Oregon. The emergency order, which will remain
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(Update: adding comments from Prineville City Manager) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville Mayor Jason Beebe has announced his immediate resignation, citing personal reasons, bringing an end to his tenure leading the city. Beebe first joined Prineville city government in 2011 and was elected mayor in 2021. His current term was scheduled to run through the
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond will begin accepting applications for its final retail marijuana dispensary on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Redmond could soon be home to its third dispensary. Voters approved marijuana dispensaries in 2020, but the city and OLCC limits cap Redmond at one dispensary per 10,000 residents, allowing for three
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OREGON (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency for Oregon today, citing an imminent threat of wildfire. This executive order grants state responders access to all necessary resources and will remain in effect until the threat subsides, the fire season concludes, or December 31st, 2026. The declaration, Executive Order 26-10, was issued
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — An initiative petition has been filed in La Pine, Ore., to establish noise and lighting standards for data centers operating within the city. The measure also requires annual public reporting of electricity usage, water usage, generator runtime and the number of employees. This initiative seeks to reduce nuisance impacts that
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drivers in Redmond are now being ticketed by traffic cameras, as the city’s automated photo enforcement program moves into its next phase. The Redmond Police Department launched Phase One of the program on May 15, 2026, followed by a 30-day warning period intended to help drivers adjust and encourage safer habits
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dogs and their owners gathered on the outskirts of Bend this week for an annual training aimed at helping dogs avoid rattlesnakes before they encounter one in real life. For 15 years, Bend Veterinary Clinic has helped bring Natural Solutions Wildlife Enterprises to Central Oregon for rattlesnake aversion training, giving dogs
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit (CET) has reinstated its summer recreation shuttle services, offering convenient access to Central Oregon’s outdoor destinations while aiming to alleviate parking challenges, traffic congestion and the need for car shuttling. These services include the Lava Butte Shuttle, Transit to Trails, and Ride the River, which collectively serve key
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OREGON (KTVZ) — As of June 15th, all Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) districts have entered fire season, implementing fire restrictions across the state to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires. The Oregon Department of Forestry, which protects more than 16 million acres of private, county, state, and federal land in Oregon, is preparing for
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Families who had children treated in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at St. Charles Bend gathered on Saturday for a reunion event. The celebration brought together parents, children, nurses, doctors and hospital staff to acknowledge their shared experiences and the progress of the young patients. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, also known as NICU, is
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Prineville Police Department is urging residents to exercise extra caution on the roads as local deer once again challenge traffic laws and crosswalks, particularly during early morning and evening hours. The community is reminded to stay alert and drive carefully to avoid unexpected encounters with these often unpredictable animals. The
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