Plea hearing delayed a month for Redmond woman charged with murdering her mother
Jessica Andersch, charged with second-degree murder in the killing of her mother a month ago, appeared Monday afternoon in Deschutes County Circuit…
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Crook County fire grows to 450 acres, new 3-acre fire stopped near Mt. Bachelor ahead of Red Flag Warning, more lightning
One of several new fires quickly grew to about 450 acres in eastern Crook County on Monday, while another east of Mount Bachelor burned about three…
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BLM mobilizes Fire Prevention and Education Team to combat human-caused fire threats in La Pine Basin
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management announced Monday the mobilization of a National Fire Prevention and Education Team to address…
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OSU-Cascades puts Graduate & Research Center up for sale for $8.2 million, will consolidate Bend campus operations
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Planners at Oregon State University-Cascades said Monday they are seeking to sell the Graduate &…
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Pacific Power explains safety system behind recent power outages across Bend
Some Bend residents are starting to share their growing concerns and questions for Pacific Power after experiencing repeated power outages in recent…
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Central Oregon animal shelters see increase in lost pets during July 4th holiday
Animals shelters throughout Central Oregon tend to see at least ten times the normal amount of intakes during the Fourth of July holiday.
Nationally,…
Recreational use advisory lifted for Lake Billy Chinook as toxin level drops; dog owners urged to keep them away
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Health Authority announced Tuesday it has lifted the recreational use health advisory issued for Lake Billy…
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Problem Solvers: Prineville car salesman accused of scamming 13 customers facing 35 ID theft, forgery, other charges
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The owner of a Prineville car dealership, the focus of recent KTVZ Problem Solvers reports for allegedly scamming clients…
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A colorful, sparkling gift ‘for the city of Bend’: Sureshot Fireworks prepares fifth annual Pilot Butte display
The colorful, bombastic Pilot Butte Fireworks Show is just a day away, and Sure Shot Fireworks and fire officials are preparing for the big…
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Think Wild Volunteer Day launches habitat restoration project in Prineville
Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife conservation nonprofit, invited community members to join a volunteer day on Thursday to help launch a new…
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Bend-La Pine Schools reminder: Fireworks are prohibited on all school campuses
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools said Thursday it would like to remind residents and visitors that the use of fireworks is not permitted on…
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Deschutes County Planning Commission sets public hearing on proposed changes to outdoor lighting rules
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As part of its commitment to enhancing dark skies in the community, the Deschutes County Planning…
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Powell Butte community meeting planned with PacifiCorp on proposed transmission line
(Update: Adding video) POWELL BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Board of Commissioners have invited representatives from PacifiCorp to…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon has some safety tips to share with Bend Pet Parade participants
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — While tradition calls for fun at the 4th of July Pet Parade, precautions are necessary for pets and people. The Humane Society…
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Air and ground crews have 624-acre Grizzly Flat Fire SE of Madras 65% contained, evacuations lifted
Numerous firefighters on the ground and in the air stopped the spread of a new grass fire that burned about 500 acres southeast of Madras near the…
Continue Reading Redmond officials urge fireworks caution: Leave it to the pros, or keep it legal and safe
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Fire & Rescue, the City of Redmond & Redmond Police Department officials said Wednesday they are concerned…
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Jefferson County Fire & EMS thanks lawmakers for $1.9 million to complete station expansion, remodel
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Fire & EMS has been awarded $1.9 million from the Oregon Legislature to assist with the ongoing expansion…
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A cool trip: Lava River Cave tour proceeds support forest program hit by federal funding cuts
(Update: Adding videos, Adding details, Jillian Fortner has a report at 6) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Lava River Cave, Oregon’s longest known lava…
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‘We delivered’: Central Oregon lawmakers tout ‘big wins’ for region in new state budget
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – State Senator Anthony Broadman, Representative Emerson Levy and Representative Jason Kropf announced Wednesday a series of key…
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Guatemalan national, Culver man living illegally in U.S. arrested on federal charges of enticing, abusing minor
(Update: Adding video) EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A suspected child abuser living illegally in Culver has been arrested on federal charges, accused of…
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