‘We don’t give up searching’: Recovery effort for the final Dillon Falls tubing victim continues, nearly a month after tragedy
As the search for a missing man continues at Dillon Falls, searchers are turning to high-tech…
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Oregon DEQ issues report on 2024 smoke trends: Longer wildfire seasons mean more unhealthy air days in Bend, elsewhere
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has released the 2025 Wildfire Smoke Trends Report, which gathers and examines data about how the…
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Landslide risk doesn’t always rise after a wildfire, University of Oregon study finds
(Adding video from 5PM broadcast) EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the wake of a wildfire, there’s often an assumption that burned landscapes will be more…
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Old Mill District, Hayden Homes Aphitheater and Commute Options partner in ‘August Car-Free Commute Challenge’
(Adding video from Monday’s broadcast) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – World-class shows at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, walking along the river trail, patio…
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Oregon Wildlife Foundation offers tips on how you can help wildlife during wildfires
(Update: Adding video) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ_ Oregon’s wildlife has evolved alongside fire, with many species adapted to periodic burns. However, the…
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Governor Kotek declares drought emergencies in Douglas, Morrow and Douglas counties, for a total of 5 Oregon counties so far
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Governor Tina Kotek said Monday she has declared a drought in Douglas, Morrow, and Union counties through Executive…
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Bye-bye, old mattress: Free recycling locations arrive in Central Oregon under new state law
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon residents now have access to a growing network of mattress recycling options that include free drop-off for…
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Happy half-birthday to Tula-Tu! Oregon Zoo’s elephant calf is just 6 months old, and already a star
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Zoo’s youngest Asian elephant is halfway to 1 today, and what a year it’s been so far: In her first six…
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Shifting Seasons: Climate change’s impact on Oregon’s native fish populations
Fish play a huge role in Oregon’s culture, economy, and ecological health. People travel across the country just to cast lines in Oregon’s rivers.…
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End of July is a good time to give thirsty urban trees a good soaking, Oregon Department of Forestry says
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Forestry wants to remind urban homeowners that now is the perfect time to remember to water your…
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Governor Kotek signs two ‘essential’ pieces of clean-water legislation
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) (KTVZ) — Â Last week, Governor Tina Kotek signed Senate Bill 1154 and House Bill 3525 into law, two pieces of legislation which…
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Greener days: Deschutes County residents are now able to recycle more items curbside, under a new state law
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act, passed by the Legislature in 2021, officially took effect on July…
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Governor Kotek signs landmark microgrid legislation into state law
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Last Thursday, Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bills 2065 and 2066 into law, two pieces of landmark legislation which aim to…
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City of Bend opens application period for new Climate Action Partner Grant Program
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting Monday and through September 21, nonprofit organizations and government entities (including colleges and universities)…
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Deschutes River Conservancy hails legislative approval of pilot water bank for Deschutes River Basin
 BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Legislature has passed House Bill 3806, approving pilot water bank authorities in the Deschutes Basin. “This…
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High Desert Food & Farm Alliance receives grant funding for three programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Food and Farm Alliance was recently selected through a competitive grant process to receive funding from Travel…
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Smoky skies across Central Oregon: What you need to know to stay safe
As wildfires continue to burn across Central Oregon, many of you are seeing hazy skies and smoky air. KTVZ News wanted to know why some towns are hit…
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New technology from OSU-Cascades and community partners is aimed at reducing food waste
OSU-Cascades students in Hospitality Management and Engineering have been working together since 2018, hoping to better understand and reduce food…
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Big Ponderoo diverts 74% of waste away from landfill during festival weekend
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — SFF Presents is committed to reducing its environmental impact at their events, with a special focus on waste management.…
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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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