Oregon lawmakers approve new benefits for state’s National Guard members
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – This legislative session, the Oregon legislature and Gov. Tina Kotek continued to show their support for the Oregon Military…
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Filling a gap: Cascades East Transit launching new NE Bend weekday Route 8 on a free pilot basis next week
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit (CET) will launch Route 8, a new fixed-route bus line serving Northeast Bend,…
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City of Bend chooses Veo as the vendor for its new, permanent bike-share program, rolling out this week
The City of Bend announced Tuesday it’s partnering with Veo, an independent shared mobility company, to bring shared e-bikes to the community. Veo…
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Oregon State Fire Marshal mobilizes two structure-protection task forces to ‘stretched’ Southern Oregon
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon State Fire Marshal is mobilizing two structural task forces from Benton and Lane counties to the Rogue Valley in…
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BLM offering for sale up to 54 million board feet of timber in Western Oregon this month
(Update: Adding video) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Bureau of Land Management said Tuesday it will offer several timber sales in July,…
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Five applicants for Deschutes County interim sheriff discuss agency’s future at public forum
(Update: adding fourth applicant for position) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The union representing Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies has released a list of…
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Registration opens for 2025 Redmond Police Citizen Academy
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Redmond Police Department began accepting applications for the 2025 Citizen Academy on Monday. This year, classes are…
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Deschutes County moves online dog licensing program to user-friendly platform, in bid to boost registration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is moving its online dog licensing program to DocuPet, simplifying the process for owners to license their…
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Deschutes County Planning Commission sets public hearing on proposed changes to outdoor lighting rules
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As part of its commitment to enhancing dark skies in the community, the Deschutes County Planning…
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Powell Butte community meeting planned with PacifiCorp on proposed transmission line
(Update: Adding video) POWELL BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Board of Commissioners have invited representatives from PacifiCorp to…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler discusses landscaping, fireworks, multi-use paths and Bend’s safe parking program
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From landscaping in public areas, Bend’s fireworks policy, plans for multi-use pedestrian paths and the city’s safe parking…
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Governor Kotek signs executive order prohibiting student cellphone use during the day in public schools
Governor Tina Kotek on Wednesday signed Executive Order 25-09, which aims to improve student educational outcomes and mental well-being across the…
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Redmond officials urge fireworks caution: Leave it to the pros, or keep it legal and safe
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Fire & Rescue, the City of Redmond & Redmond Police Department officials said Wednesday they are concerned…
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Play safe, stay safe: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has some wildfire prevention, water safety reminders
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Central Oregonians prepare to enjoy the 4th of July holiday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents…
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Jefferson County Fire & EMS thanks lawmakers for $1.9 million to complete station expansion, remodel
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Fire & EMS has been awarded $1.9 million from the Oregon Legislature to assist with the ongoing expansion…
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‘We delivered’: Central Oregon lawmakers tout ‘big wins’ for region in new state budget
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – State Senator Anthony Broadman, Representative Emerson Levy and Representative Jason Kropf announced Wednesday a series of key…
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Oregon Democrats slam Republicans’ ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ say it would cost many Oregonians health care, food aid
At a virtual press conference Wednesday afternoon, a wide array of top Oregon Democrats slammed President Trump’s budget proposal bill, which they…
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BLM announces $5.7 million in Western Oregon timber sales
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – “America has significant timber resources, with many of those in Western Oregon,” said BLM Oregon/Washington State…
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Four defendants appear in court to face federal charges related to protests near Portland ICE office
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Four defendants made their first appearances in federal court on Monday, June 29th, for charges related to ongoing protest…
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Redmond city leaders approve emergency post-holiday fireworks ban due to wildfire concerns
After hearing comments from many in the community on the issue, Redmond city leaders approved a proposal Tuesday to ban the use of fireworks starting…
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