City of Redmond launches Parks Master Plan update and survey
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond is excited to announce the kickoff of the Parks Master Plan Update, a strategic endeavor aimed at…
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Deschutes County judge speaks out on ‘very concerning’ public defender shortage; seven defendants released so far
Last week, NewsChannel 21 reported on Deschutes County District Attorney Steve Gunnels’ alarm over the growing public defender shortage and how that…
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‘We try and lead with education first’: BPRD reminds spring park, trail users of the rules about keeping dogs on leashes
Bend’s parks and trails are already getting plenty busy this spring, so the Bend Park and Recreation District is reminding pet owners about its…
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Deschutes County commissioners to receive findings, data about impact of heavy cannabis use on mental health
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Wednesday, during the Deschutes Board of County Commissioners meeting, the Board will hear a presentation about heavy…
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Oregon housing agency awards nearly $23 million to create 157 affordable homes – half of them in Redmond, Sisters
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Housing and Community Services announced Tuesday the approval of nearly $23 million toward creating 157 new homes…
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Decision 2024: District 5 Democratic candidates Janelle Bynum, Jamie McLeod-Skinner weigh in on climate, housing, more
Primary election ballots have begun hitting mailboxes across the High Desert, and one of the most closely watched races is on the Democratic ticket.…
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Bend PD still looking for DUII suspect who fled after hitting light pole at SW Bend roundabout; 2,100 residents alerted
Bend Police were still searching Monday for a 46-year-old Bend man and suspected DUII driver who fled officers investigating a reported domestic…
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Peace flag defender sparks online debate: The Ridge at Eagle Crest bans all flag displays but the Stars and Stripes
The Eagle Crest area west of Redmond is home to seven neighborhoods’ homeowners associations, one of which recently sparked debate by moving to ban…
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Oregon State Fire Marshal launches Fire Service Health and Safety Collaborative
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon State Fire Marshal said Friday it’s excited to announce the launch of the Oregon Fire Service Health and Safety…
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Wyden, Crapo release draft legislation to combat prescription drug shortages
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden, D-Ore., and Ranking Member Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, released a draft legislative proposal…
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U.S. Attorney’s Office, Kotek, Biden recognize National Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon joins its partners across the federal government, as well as people…
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Wyden, Merkley co-sponsor bill to restore voting rights for qualifying formerly incarcerated individuals
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., said Friday they are co-sponsoring the Next Step Home Act, a crucial piece of…
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Empowering tomorrow: Urgent call for young C.O. voters to cast ballots and make their voices heard
Trends in Deschutes County indicate people aged 55 and older have the highest voter participation, while young adults aged 18 to 24 years old are the…
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‘Letting the public down:’ Deschutes DA warns of ‘severe public safety risk’ due to worsening public defender shortage
We talked last fall with Deschutes County District Attorney Steve Gunnels about the local impacts of a statewide shortage of enough public…
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Safety lapses contributed to patient assaults at Oregon State Hospital, federal report says
Safety lapses at the Oregon State Hospital contributed to recent patient-on-patient assaults, a federal report on the state’s most secure…
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‘Please be patient’: Oregon DMV says printer issue slowing service at offices, likely to continue into next week
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon DMV offices have been experiencing slowdowns in services due to intermittent delays with their printers, officials said…
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Deschutes County Clerk’s Office invites public to certification test for vote tally system
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Members of the public are invited to observe as the Deschutes County Clerk’s Office conducts the public certification test for…
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Unfavorable conditions prompt cancellation of 30-acre prescribed burn Friday SW of Bend near Aspen Day Use Area
A 30-acre prescribed burn planned Friday on the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District six miles southwest of Bend near Aspen Day Use Area as part of a…
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Wyden demands Intuit help Oregon TurboTax users who were misled into overpaying state taxes
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Senator Ron Wyden demanded Thursday that Intuit make whole all Oregon taxpayers whose recent use of the company’s TurboTax…
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Deschutes County commissioners to host fourth, final public hearing on revised 2040 comprehensive plan
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Wednesday evening, May 8, the Deschutes County Board of Commissioners will host a fourth public hearing to allow residents an…
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