BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System announced, it’s boosting its cardiology services with nine new specialists joining in 2026. The expansion adds 16 providers in under two years, growing the team to 63 by year’s end. St. Charles added seven cardiologists in 2025. The new 2026 hires bring expertise in cardio-obstetrics, women’s heart
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hoodoo Ski Area announced it will close the resort on Wednesday, February 4th, for an assessment day as forecasts do not look promising for much-needed snow. In a Sunday Facebook post, the resort shared the following about the current situation: “Hello Hoodoo Family! As you all know, the Pacific Northwest has
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(Update: Added quotes from Senator Anthony Broadman and Representative Emerson Levy. Correction, proposed deal was made by leaders of the Revenue committees in both the house and Senate) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Revenue Chair’s reached a revenue deal Monday in Salem to address an approximate $880 million shortfall. The agreement was announced on the
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(Update: Naming suspect, Announcing Arrest) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville police stop early Saturday morning led officers and Crook County Sheriff’s deputies on a brief pursuit. Around 1:46 a.m., a Prineville officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop, but the driver failed to yield, leading to a chase. The driver led police through the parking
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Local Kiwanis clubs in Central Oregon are sparking friendly rivalry with the “Battle of the Buns,” a baby wipe collection drive to support families facing hygiene gaps. According to the club, about one-third of families here rely on assistance programs that cover basic needs but often limit supplies like baby wipes,
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue says its free online filing tool, Direct File Oregon, has been updated to fix an error that affected calculations for the Oregon Kids Credit. The issue was tied to new federal tax deductions for overtime pay, tips, and new car loan interest—changes that altered eligibility for some
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Veterans’ mental and physical health remains a major concern. According to a 2023 Veterans Affairs report, roughly 31% of veterans using VA care have a mental health diagnosis. Lou Bauer, a ski instructor and U.S. Army veteran, told KTVZ, “For me, the transition from bullets flying to civilian life was difficult. I came
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sunriver Women’s Club has raised nearly $60,000 as a part of its “Power Of Giving: End Hunger” Fundraiser. The club says its goal was 40 thousand dollars, which was outdone by nearly $20,000. Just around $50,000 went straight to local food banks and related programs alone. Sunriver Women’s Club is a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — J Bar J Youth Services is partnering with the Homeless Leadership Coalition and regional nonprofit agencies to conduct the 2026 Point in Time Count. The census measures sheltered and unsheltered homelessness across Central Oregon to help guide future resources for individuals and families experiencing housing instability. The count is a federally
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Adaptive Sports will host its 19th annual Heroes Weekend at Mt. Bachelor from Jan. 29 to Feb. 1, 2026. The multi-day event provides veterans and active-duty service members with disabilities the opportunity to participate in adaptive skiing and snowboarding. Based in Bend, Ore., the program emphasizes mountain access and shared
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DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Most schools in the Bend-La Pine School district will not hold classes today, January 30th. This closure is for schools on the semester schedule. The district says today is a day for teachers to work on grades for the first semester of the school year. Bend-La Pine Schools confirmed this through
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There are plenty of events happening this weekend at Mt. Bachelor to keep you busy! On Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., you can ski or snowshoe candlelit trails under the stars to music by award-winning pianist, Paula Dreyer. Enjoy hot drinks and specials at the nordic cafe, explore the
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(Adding video and quotes from Republican Representatives Vikki Breese-Iverson and Mark Owens as well as Senator Mike McLane) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning Monday, the 35 day legislative short session begins. Among the many issues being addressed are the ongoing ODOT funding, and the major hole within the state budget. All throughout this week, legislators in our
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(Update: adding video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two Jefferson County deputies didn’t hesitate to plunge into freezing, dangerously thin ice Wednesday evening, breaking through the pond to save two teenage girls who had fallen through at the Madras fairgrounds. Deputies from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and crews from Jefferson County Fire & EMS arrived
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rudy’s Markets Inc. is celebrating its 50th anniversary throughout 2026 with a monthly Gold Bar Giveaway and a $100,000 matching donation program to combat hunger in Central Oregon. The initiatives mark five decades since the company was founded in 1976. The company says it’s currently Central Oregon’s only locally founded, 100%
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville pastor accused of shooting a neighborhood cat, leaving it permanently blind, entered a no-contest plea to an animal abuse charge Thursday in a deal with prosecutors that will have the case dismissed if he performs community service and pays restitution to the cat’s owner. Jason Swick, 48, pastor at
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two weeks after Ian Cranston posted bail and was released from jail, a Deschutes County judge has set his fall retrial date on manslaughter and other charges in the 2021 shooting death of Barry Washington Jr. During Wednesday’s hearing, Circuit Judge Beth Bagley scheduled an Oct. 20 start for a 10-day,
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Oregon State Police on Thursday released the victim’s name and other details of Wednesday’s head-on crash of a Jeep and box truck near the intersection of Highway 126 and the Powell Butte Highway.
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County School Board is inviting students, families, staff and community members to participate in a series of listening sessions to provide input on the potential appointment of Dr. Joel Hoff, currently serving as interim superintendent, to permanent role. “These sessions are an important opportunity for stakeholders to share perspectives, ask questions, and provide feedback directly to the Board,” the school district said in Wednesday’s announcement. The listening sessions, organized by stakeholder group, are
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The U.S. faces a projected deficit of 6 million skilled workers by 2032 in fields such as health care, construction and manufacturing, according to the Association for Career & Technical Education. Central Oregon Community College is focusing on efforts to help meet that need. To help shine a spotlight on the
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