Decision 2026: Survey gives Drazan a slight lead over Kotek in Oregon governor’s race
By: Jamie ParfittPORTLAND, Ore. — A newly released phone survey of Oregon voters suggests that the 2026 gubernatorial race is shaping up…
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Deschutes County considers ranked-choice voting for commissioners
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new proposal in Deschutes County seeks to change how voters elect county commissioners, potentially introducing ranked-choice…
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Decision 2026: Bend City Councilor Ariel Méndez Launches Re-election Campaign
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend City Councilor Ariel Méndez launched his re-election campaign today, June 29th, 2026, for position 5 on the Bend City…
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Decision 2026: Cummiskey’s Campaign for Bend City Council Gains Momentum with Endorsements
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bobbi Cummiskey’s campaign for Bend City Council Seat Six has received endorsements from outgoing Councilor Mike Riley and…
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Decision 2026: Gov. Kotek challenges Christine Drazan to three televised debates
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Tina for Oregon campaign today challenged Sen. Christine Drazan to three 60-minute televised debates in Portland, Eugene…
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Oregonians fight new permit requirements for paddleboards and kayaks
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The “Let Us Paddle” movement is working to place a petition on the ballot in Oregon to remove new permit requirements for…
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Oregon’s Cliff Bentz focuses on rural issues after decisive primary win
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — After winning the Republican primary in Oregon’s Second Congressional District, Cliff Bentz is now turning his full…
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Jamie Collins to replace Tony DeBone as Deschutes County commissioner
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jamie Collins will assume the role of Deschutes County Commissioner from Position One, taking over from Tony DeBone in…
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Central Oregon election results in: Runoffs and clear winners
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Voters across Central Oregon participated in a busy election season, with results determining various county commissioner…
Continue Reading LIVE BLOG: Decision 2026 – The Oregon Primary
Use our interactive election results map HERE. Deschutes County Clerk Steve Dennison tells KTVZ News a batch of counted votes is set to be released…
Continue Reading Decision 2026: Oregon Secretary of State urges voters to drop off ballots at ballot boxes as soon as possible
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is encouraging voters to return their completed ballots by 8:00 p.m. tonight for the May…
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Decision 2026: Low voter turnout trails Oregon primary as Rep. Bynum leads fundraising
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With just days until Oregon’s May 19 primary election, voter turnout remains modest statewide, prompting renewed reminders…
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Decision 2026: Oregon voters urged to use drop boxes as mail-in ballot deadline nears
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is reminding voters that today marks the final recommended day to return ballots by mail…
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Decision 2026: GOP Candidates for Governor Focus on Educational Issues
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The hotly contested Oregon Republican gubernatorial race is heating up as candidates approach the May 19 primary. Education has…
Continue Reading Decision 2026: KTVZ News’ Editorial Approach to Covering the 2026 Midterm Elections
Editor’s Note: The following editorial guidelines were written by our news management team and shared with the KTVZ newsroom to help guide our…
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Decision 2026: Proposed fire levy for Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District aims to boost staffing and response times in Central Oregon
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Voters in Central Oregon will soon decide on a proposed fire levy that leaders say is critical to maintaining emergency…
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Decision 2026: Deadline looms for Oregon voters to register or change party affiliation
(Correction: Party Affiliation Deadline was Tuesday, April 28th) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The final day to register to vote or change party affiliation…
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Decision 2026: Oregon’s 2nd Congressional District candidates to participate in virtual forum
EASTERN OREGON (KTVZ) — The League of Women Voters Oregon will host a bipartisan virtual candidate forum for the Congressional District 2 primary…
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Decision 2026: A look inside the voting process ahead of May election
(Update: adding comments from Deschutes County Clerk) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With the May primary election fast-approaching, Deschutes County voters…
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