Oregon adds 8,400 jobs in past two months as unemployment rate edges higher
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s unemployment rate rose a bit to 4.7% in April and was 4.6% in March, after rising gradually over the past year from…
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ODOT’s TripCheck online traffic info site marks quarter-century of helping drivers plan ahead for safer trips
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — This month marks a major milestone for Oregon travelers. ODOT’s popular travel information website, TripCheck.com turns 25,…
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Oregon National Guard to host Armed Forces Day celebrations at State Capitol Mall, Rees Training Center
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) —  The Oregon National Guard is scheduled to host an Armed Forces Day celebration honoring current serving military members…
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Several volunteer project days are coming to Bend parks and trails; first one is Saturday at Manzanita Trail
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District is inviting community members to join its Natural Resources and Trails team and…
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‘Put the Phone Away – or Pay’: DCSO Community Action Target Team reports results of recent distracted driving crackdown
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Members of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Community Action Target Team (CATT) participated in the “Put the Phone Away…
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Portland gang leader sentenced to 12 years in prison for drug trafficking, weapon possession
(Update: Adding video) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A known leader of Portland’s 18th Street Gang was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison…
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‘Ready for closure’: Victim’s daughters react after high court allows evidence in trial of 2020 murder suspect Randall Kilby
Previously excluded evidence has been ruled admissible in a Bend murder trial by the Oregon Supreme Court. The trial of Randall Kilby in the fatal…
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Short-staffed Teacher Standards and Practices Commission details process when an educator is charged with a crime
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The commission that oversees teacher certifications in the State of Oregon says they will revoke licenses…
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BLM advises that public access remains open on Teaters Road
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the busy recreation season begins, the Bureau of Land Management reminds visitors that Teaters Road remains open for…
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Oregon DMV adds new online option to report traffic collisions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Getting into a collision can be stressful, sometimes scary. Fortunately, reporting the collision to Oregon DMV just got…
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Construction – and detours – begin soon on new roundabout coming to Skyline Ranch and Skyliners roads
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new roundabout is about to be built at the intersection of Skyline Ranch Road and Skyliners Road on Bend’s Westside, and that…
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ODF reports 32 escaped debris burns on state-protected land in 2025 – nearly double a year ago
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Forestry and other fire prevention experts are urging everyone to exercise caution when disposing of…
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Senator Merkley hosts three Central Oregon Town HallsÂ
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Senator Jeff Merkley  held three town halls for Oregonians in Jefferson, Crook, and Deschutes counties on Saturday. “There…
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Deschutes County commissioners approve new program to allow RVs as rental dwellings in unincorporated areas
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County commissioners approved a new program Wednesday that allows rural residents to use recreational vehicles as…
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Bend Park and Rec District and Bend Police teaming up on reminders about dog leash rules
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend has a reputation for making lists for its love of dogs; however, one of the most common complaints and pleas for help from…
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Problem Solvers: The Digital Divide and the call to ease screen addiction among students
Scrolling, streaming, a constant buzz, and endless distraction. Cell phones have found a permanent place in students’ pockets. Right now, there is a…
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BLM planning 36-acre prescribed burn in Tumalo area within the next week
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management’s Prineville District said Friday it is planning a prescribed fire in the Tumalo area to take…
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Get set, Bend: Expect another price hike on your utility billÂ
The City of Bend is moving forward with Phase 2 of its Transportation Fee, aiming to double annual revenue for road maintenance and infrastructure…
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55-acre prescribed burn planned on the Metolius Preserve, adjacent Forest Service land
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Thursday, the Deschutes Land Trust, The Nature Conservancy and the Deschutes National Forest plan to implement a…
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Nearly 400-acre prescribed burn planned northeast of La Pine
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — If conditions are favorable on Thursday, Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District firefighters plan to conduct up to 395 acres of…
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