International migration sustaining Oregon’s population growth, new estimates show
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Most of Oregon’s population growth in 2024-25 came through international immigration, according to new estimates from the…
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Oregon lawmakers propose criminal penalties for alarming, threatening public officials
By Shaanth Nanguneri, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. — As threats of violence against public officials continue to rise nationwide, Oregon…
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Senators secure over $7 million for Central Oregon projects, from canal piping to groundwater tests and ‘floating solar’
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden announced recently that they secured more than $100 million in federal investments for…
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‘It’s vital’: Cascades East Transit launches fund to provide bus passes for financially burdened individuals
Cascades East Transit is rolling out two new programs to strengthen community connection across Central…
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Warm Springs Tribes awarded $1 million state grant for Tribal housing solar and battery storage
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Warm Springs Power and Water Enterprises and the Warm Springs Housing Authority have been awarded a $1 million state…
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Turning Point USA adds Club America chapter in Deschutes County
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the wake of Turning Point USA’s founder Charlie Kirk’s assassination last September, Turning Point and Club America…
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Oregon Health Authority offers tips to stay safe and healthy during Super Bowl LX celebrations
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Super Bowl LX is on Sunday, and that means a lot of people will be gathering to watch the game, root for their favorite…
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‘Deceptive practice’: Hayden Homes Amphitheater backs Oregon bill to ban speculative ticketing
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill to ban resellers or people affiliated with…
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‘Don’t take the bait!’: Latest text message scams target ODOT, DMV; here’s what to watch out for
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new year brings another set of phishing text messages making the rounds from scammers falsely claiming to be from ODOT and…
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Reducing the risk: City of Redmond to start wildfire mitigation work in Dry Canyon Park
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Redmond said Friday it will begin wildfire mitigation work in Dry Canyon Park next week, calling it a proactive…
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Deschutes County seeks new Planning Commission member from Redmond/Terrebonne area
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County has invited residents in the Redmond/Terrebonne community to apply for a vacant position on the county’s…
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Federal judge blocks immigration agents from making warrantless arrests in Oregon
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A federal judge issued a ruling Wednesday blocking federal immigration agents from…
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Bend, Redmond mayors join Gov. Kotek in letter calling for immediate halt to federal immigration enforcement actions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek and more than 30 Oregon mayors sent a letter Thursday to the Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem and President…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office completes accreditation, cites commitment to professional standards
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday it has successfully completed its accreditation process through the…
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Oregon economic forecast shows challenges as Governor Kotek pushes FastTrack plan
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s latest economic forecast paints a mixed picture of the state’s outlook, showing rising business distress and a…
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Bynum: Two SW Redmond housing, road safety projects to get total of $2.25 million in federal funding
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., said Wednesday she’s secured over $6 million in federal funding for affordable housing, community…
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DECISION 2026: Deschutes County commissioners vote 2-1 to send districting map to voters this fall
After hearing from another packed meeting room that again voiced divided opinions, DeschutesCounty commissioners voted 2-1 Wednesday to send a…
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Crook County Sheriff’s Office announces trio of upcoming town hall meetings
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday it will be holding three town hall meetings in upcoming weeks.…
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Prineville man appeals $30,000 DEQ fine for storing 1,000s of old tires on property east of Bend
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality recently fined a Prineville man more than $30,000 for storing about 6,000 old…
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Corporate profits, consumer spending reverse Oregon’s deficit – but budget challenges remain
By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capitol Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon lawmakers meeting at the Capitol to balance the state’s budget are staring…
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