SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation has extended its wildfire emergency order and bulletin for a second 30-day period, maintaining insurance protections for affected residents through October 29th. The extension mandates that property and casualty insurance companies take proactive steps to safeguard policyholders in designated wildfire regions across the state. Regulators
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond and Bend Police have shared the official data from their traffic enforcement cameras, revealing thousands of citations issued across the last few months. Redmond has issued a total of 2,667 photo enforcement citations, while Bend has issued 3,050 as of Sept. 23. Redmond issued 733 citations between June 15 to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon families who received Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer funds have 122 days from issuance to spend their benefits before they expire. For families who automatically received benefits on June 5th, 2026, those funds will expire on October 4th, 2026. The Summer EBT program is jointly administered by the Oregon Department of
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs will host the Statewide Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov. 11 at the Oregon State Capitol State Park in Salem. The event begins at 11 a.m. and is free and open to the public. The ceremony will take place on the Capitol Mall, located directly across
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Municipal Airport will host a TSA PreCheck enrollment event from Oct. 20 through Oct. 23. The event is organized in collaboration with IDEMIA, an authorized enrollment provider for the program. The enrollment event offers local travelers the chance to apply for or renew membership in the security program. IDEMIA charges
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Applications are open through Wednesday, Sept. 30, for Startup Training Resources to Inspire Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE), a free eight-week business training program for military veterans and their family members. The in-person program is designed to assist military-connected entrepreneurs in developing skills to create and sustain small businesses. Offered in collaboration with
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — The Pacific Power Foundation awarded $20,600 to six Central Oregon organizations today to support local environmental protection and community programs. The awards were distributed through the foundation’s Community Enhancement and Environmental Respect grant cycle. The funding will assist local non-profits in providing hands-on outdoor education for students, expanding volunteer initiatives and
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(KTVZ) — Law enforcement agencies across Central and Eastern Oregon are increasing high-visibility patrols to target distracted driving. Officials warn drivers that holding or using an electronic device while operating a vehicle carries immediate legal and financial consequences. Under Oregon law, operating a motor vehicle while using an electronic mobile device is a Class B
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today, The Oregon Department of Administrative Services published the maximum allowable rent increase percentages for calendar year 2027. The maximum allowable rent increase percentage for tenancies subject to ORS 90.324(b) is set at 10%. The annual announcement complies with state law under ORS 90.324. According to the Oregon Department of Administrative
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Arts Commission awarded $150,000 in Arts Learning grants to 15 organizations across the state today. Each recipient will receive a $10,000 grant to strengthen K-12 arts education for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Arts Learning grant program supports hands-on arts experiences for students while encouraging collaboration between local artists
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife announced today that it is seeking applicants to fill an ocean and inland recreational fishing position on the Restoration and Enhancement Program Board. Interested individuals must apply by Oct. 16, 2026. Created by the Oregon Legislature in 1989, the Restoration and Enhancement Program helps
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, introduced legislation today to double the federal matching contribution for workers saving in tax-preferred retirement accounts. The Savers Match Enhancement Act would increase the maximum federal match from 50% to 100% on eligible contributions made to Individual Retirement Accounts and 401(k) plans, raising the maximum annual match
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CENTRAL OREGON, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry Central Oregon District will drop its wildfire danger level to moderate at 12:01 a.m. tomorrow. The agency also terminated regulated use closures across several of its operational units. The updated restrictions affect state-protected lands in Harney, Grant, Gillam, Umatilla, Wheeler, Crook, Jefferson and Deschutes counties.
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Right now, the Deschutes National Forest is getting ready to start its fall prescribed burning season. Firefighters could begin burning as early as next Tuesday, if weather and other conditions are right. The Forest Service could burn up to 5,886 acres across Central Oregon, including areas near Bend, Sisters, La Pine,
Continue Reading Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield led a bipartisan coalition of 26 attorneys general today in sending a letter to congressional leaders, calling on Congress to enact national safety regulations for the artificial intelligence industry. The coalition warned that AI programs developed without proper safeguards pose risks to the nation’s financial system,
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Willamette Pass Resort has completed an expansion of its snowmaking system, tripling the mountain’s overall snowmaking capacity. The upgrade more than doubles the resort’s fleet of snow guns to 19 and provides top-to-bottom snowmaking coverage. The project serves as the first step in the resort’s Master Development Plan, a long-term roadmap
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — National Public Lands Day, a nationwide event dedicated to volunteering on public lands, takes place this Saturday, Sept. 26. Thousands of volunteers across the country are expected to participate in stewardship projects on national forests and grasslands. The annual day of service encourages stewardship by providing community members an opportunity to
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Adrielle Hasara highlights three local events, from the return of Annual Deschutes Historical Museum Chili Feed, to a Native Planting Day in Prineville, For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest announced today that it is hiring for winter seasonal positions in central Oregon. The agency is recruiting for five seasonal openings. These include four visitor services positions to support front desk operations and one forestry technician position with an emphasis on special uses. Prospective employees must be
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Veteran homeowners in Central Oregon may qualify for no-cost home repairs through the Veteran Restore Health and Safety Program offered by NeighborImpact. The program provides assistance to address health, safety and accessibility needs in local residences. Funded by Oregon Housing and Community Services, the program offers grants ranging from $15,000 to
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