ODOT plans to have paving work done, open McKenzie Pass by Fourth of July
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Construction crews are hard at work on the east side of McKenzie Pass and plan to have the highway above the gate paved and…
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Medicare, Medicaid officials put Oregon State Hospital in ‘immediate jeopardy’ status over needed hourly patient checks
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has placed Oregon State Hospital in immediate jeopardy status. Surveyors cited…
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Oregon Democrats spotlight new state laws taking effect on affordable housing, health, safety and more
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Dozens of new laws passed during the 2024 legislative session with an effective date of “91 days after adjournment” went…
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Public nudity views in Central Oregon: Freedom of expression or a cost to safety of children? Residents weigh in
The viral video of a Bend police officer surprising a 2-year-old’s parent with the lack of an Oregon law against public nudity brings to some…
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Oregon launching Summer EBT food benefits program for school-aged children
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) is a new food benefits program to help shrink the hunger gap when…
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Wyden, Wyoming GOP senator introduce legislation to support livestock grazing on federal lands
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) said Thursday they have introduced bipartisan legislation that would…
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Vandalism of Bend Pride rainbow crosswalk sparks public reaction — and city has plans to make it permanent
The city of Bend has plans in the works to make a new Pride crosswalk in downtown Bend permanent, even though it has become a target for vandals in…
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FBI Portland Division warns of rise in scammers impersonating agents, others in government to get cash, gold
The FBI’s Portland Division warned Wednesday that it’s seen an increase in reports of scammers falsely representing themselves as FBI agents, or a…
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Deschutes commissioners get loud message from neighbors of county land north of Bend opposed to RV campground
Deschutes County commissioners heard a loud message Wednesday from several neighbors of county-owned land north of Bend who are strongly opposed to…
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Oregon first in nation to use Medicaid dollars for air conditioners, power banks to protect against climate change
By Samantha Young for KFF Health News in collaboration with Eric Tegethoff, Oregon News Service PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon is shipping air…
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Deschutes County honors winners of 2024 Health Heroes Awards
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Public Health Advisory Board recognized the winners of the 2024 Health Heroes Awards on Tuesday at Pioneer…
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Filing period begins Wednesday for four Bend City Council seats; deadline is August 27th
(Update: Perkins says she will seek re-election) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The May primary election has just passed and the fall election is five months…
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Deschutes County clerk invites middle and high school students to enter 2024 ‘I Voted’ Sticker Contest
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Clerk’s Office invites local middle and high school students to enter the 2024 “I Voted” Sticker…
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City of Prineville names three West Coast law enforcement professionals as finalists for next police chief
The city of Prineville announced Tuesday the names of three veteran law enforcement officers from Washington and California who have been chosen as…
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New Oregon Health Authority data dashboard finds traumatic brain injuries are on the rise among all age groups
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority has published a new online, interactive data dashboard for tracking incidence of traumatic…
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Oregon Dept. of Forestry announces historic funding boost for equity in urban and community forestry
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Forestry seeks to fund projects that improve urban and community forests in areas of Oregon that…
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Summer fun, and risks: Bend Park and Rec, DCSO and police to educate, remind park and river users about safety rules
As temperatures heat up and residents and visitors head to Bend’s parks and the Deschutes River, public safety staff members are teaming up to…
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Bend Park & Rec District seeks teen volunteers for summer youth recreation programs
The Bend Park and Recreation District says it has several opportunities for teens to volunteer with youth recreation programs this…
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City of Bend plans June 10th Public Safety Open House and Neighborhood Roundtable
(Update: More details) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members are invited to join the City of Bend for a unique engagement opportunity on Monday,…
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Senator Wyden urges Biden administration to investigate UnitedHealth Group for negligent cybersecurity
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden, D-Ore., has sent a letter to Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina S. Khan and U.S.…
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