BEND, Ore. – The Bend City Council chambers were full of grieving residents and every form of emotion on display Wednesday evening, as councilors vowed to do all they can to address the severe safety threat to children. But a couple of frustrated, angry citizens called not just for armed officers at every school, but
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BEND, Ore. — The Bend Park and Recreation District said Sunday it will return to regular operations for registration recreation programs beginning Monday, with a few exceptions. The park district had canceled programs and activities through the weekend due to the shooting at Bend’s Silver Rail Elementary School. All Bend-La Pine Schools and programs, sports
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The tragic shooting at Bend’s Silver Rail Elementary brings a renewed focus on Oregon’s gun laws and a still-unresolved court fight over a gun-control measure voters narrowly passed four years ago. Oregon already requires background checks for most gun transfers, secure storage when firearms aren’t being carried or controlled, and a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A truck driver accused of causing a crash east of Bend in late 2025 that killed a newlywed couple has been returned to state custody, U.S. Immigrations and Customs enforcement announced Friday. A judge last month issued a $1 million warrant for Rajinder Kumar, 32. However, ICE also said that after
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Oct. 22 to consider proposed code changes for farm stores in rural areas of the county. The local rules are being developed ahead of a new Oregon law, House Bill 4153, taking effect in January 2027 that allows qualifying agricultural
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Ballots are being mailed to voters starting today, about two weeks before election day. Yesterday, October 13th, was the last day to register to vote. November 3rd is election day and the last day to return a ballot. Drop boxes all open tomorrow, October 16th, and will remain open until 8 p.m.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Leaders from Oregon’s Democratic and Republican parties offered contrasting views following an hour-long gubernatorial debate held in the KTVZ studio between Governor Tina Kotek and Republican challenger Christine Drazan. Democratic Party of Oregon Chair Nathan Soltz and Oregon Republican Party Chairwoman Connie Whelchel both stated that the broadcast highlighted a clear
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality will host a community meeting on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, to gather public input on allocating just over $1 million in federal groundwater funding. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at the Crook County Library in Prineville, Ore. Federal lawmakers secured the Community Initiated
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DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County property taxes for the 2026-2027 fiscal year have been posted. Statements will be mailed to property owners by October 25th, 2026. The initial payment for the upcoming property tax period is due on November 16th, 2026. Property taxes across Oregon cover a fiscal year running from July 1st
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(KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims against the U.S. Department of Labor over the cancellation of more than $45 million in federal unemployment grants. The legal action, brought by a coalition featuring attorneys general from 12 states and the governors of Kentucky and
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MEDFORD, Ore. (KTVZ) — Democratic Governor Tina Kotek and Republican State Senator Christine Drazan faced off Wednesday night in an Oregon Gubernatorial debate. The debate was hosted by our Medford affiliate, KOBI, and Southern Oregon University. The candidates answered questions on a range of topics, including education, healthcare, and abortion. They were also asked about homelessness, snap
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(Update: adding council meeting outcome, comments from City of Bend chief operating officer) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend City Council approved a new transportation fee Wednesday night for future development in a specific part of southeast Bend, creating a shared way to pay for road projects the city says will be needed as the
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley announced today more than $1 million in federal grant funding to strengthen addiction and recovery services in Eastern Oregon. The $1.05 million award is intended to expand local treatment options and combat the ongoing opioid epidemic in rural areas. The grant comes from the
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CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County is seeking local residents to fill four upcoming vacancies on the Ag Extension Service District board. Applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 5th, 2026. The Ag Extension Service District is one of several advisory boards that assist local government by providing the Board of
Continue Reading CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County is accepting applications to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Crook County Budget Committee. Submissions must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 5th, 2026. The appointment covers a three-year term on the committee. The designated term will run from January 1st, 2027, through December 31st, 2029.
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CLACKAMAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum announced her support Monday for the Medicare for All Act, saying rising healthcare costs are forcing too many Oregonians to choose between medical care and other basic expenses. Bynum, D-Oregon, made the announcement during an event at the Portland Waterfront, where she said the legislation would help
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency awarded more than $9 million in grant funding this week to fire departments and first responder organizations across Idaho, Oregon and Washington. The funding is designed to help local organizations obtain the staff, equipment and operational support needed for emergency response and firefighter safety. The latest
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(KTVZ) — Members of Oregon’s congressional delegation sent a letter to Trump administration officials today demanding an end to expedited “mega master” immigration hearings. U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, along with U.S. Reps. Janelle Bynum, Suzanne Bonamici, Andrea Salinas, Val Hoyle and Maxine Dexter, stated that fast-tracked court proceedings process hundreds of immigrant
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, alongside U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum, announced $100,000 in federal awards to support wildfire recovery efforts and aid displaced residents in Central Oregon. The funding targets communities recovering from destructive wildfires that struck the region in July 2026. The funding is awarded through the NeighborWorks
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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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