PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) โThe Oregon Health Authority issued a recreational use health advisory Thursday for Odell Lake on the Deschutes National Forest in Klamath County, due to the presence of microcystin, harmful algae blooms. OHA said people should avoid swimming and high-speed water activities, such as water skiing or power boating, in areas of the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Arnold Irrigation District told patrons Thursday it’s likely they can keep delivering water through at least Sept. 30. But they also said costs for the Main Canal Piping Project have risen substantially since initial approval, so more federal and state funds will be sought to finish the work. Here’s the
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SISTERS, Ore. {KTVZ} — In Sisters Wednesday night โ a debate over public art is stirring strong opinions. At the heart of it โ a proposed bronze statue honoring rodeo legend Lane Frost and the famous bull, Red Rock. The Sisters City Council met for a workshop and regular meeting, with one agenda item generating plenty
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City Council recently approved the construction contract for the Butler Market & Wells Acres Roundabout & Butler Market Key Route Project. Construction is expected to begin in early-mid September. To reduce traffic impacts, eastbound tra๏ฌc on Butler Market Road will remain open throughout construction. Westbound Butler Market Road will be
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Oregonโs jobless rate rose to 5% in July, the highest in four years, as its seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment declined by 2,700 jobs in July after a revised loss of 8,600 jobs in June, the Oregon Employment Department reported Wednesday.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend and St. Charles Health Systems said Tuesday they are thrilled to announce the eighth annual celebration of Welcoming Week in Bend, from September 12-21. The City of Bend proudly supports Welcoming Week alongside numerous community partners in the shared commitment to foster a welcoming environment for all
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The City of Redmond celebrated a major milestone for both law enforcement and the people of Redmond โ a state-of-the-art Public Safety Facility is now complete.ย
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District is seeking community members to help name future park, facility and trail projects. Applications are being accepted for five positions on the board of directorsโ appointed Naming Committee. Applications are being accepted through Friday, Aug. 29. Theย applicant questionnaireย is online. โServing on the naming committee is
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Local business owners say the added costs on items like jewelry, clothing, and specialty goods may lead to higher prices for customers โ or slimmer profit margin for their business. Jennifer Lovejoy, Owner of Nashelle said, her business has seen some changes due to President Trumpโs tariffs. โI would say, you know, so we’ve
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SALEM. Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek announced Monday that the budget reconciliation bill backed by the Trump Administration and passed by Republicans in Congress is projected to cut $15 billion in federal funding from Oregon for health insurance coverage, food benefits and other programs over the next six years. The announcement is the result
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By Megan Lebowitz and Raquel Coronell Uribe WASHINGTON (NBC News) โ President Donald Trump on Monday announced he will deploy approximately 800ย National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., and federalize the city’s police in an effort to fight crime. The moves mark a significant escalation in the president’s attacks on the nation’s capital. Trump on Sunday claimed the district
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(CNN) โย President Donald Trump is ramping up efforts to curb crime in the nationโs capital on Monday as he threatens a federal takeover of Washington, DC, with plans for FBI agents to patrol the streets all while city officials largely remain deferential to him. The event comes after Trump launched a surge of federal law
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ)ย โ Crook County is in the process of updating its 20-year Transportation System Plan (TSP), a critical roadmap that will guide future transportation investments across the county. As part of this effort, the County said Friday it is hosting a Juniper Canyon Community Meeting to present the preferred access alternative from the TSP
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek announced her final veto decisions Thursday on bills from the 2025 legislative session, as well as signing letters. The announcement follows aย notice of potential vetoesย pursuant to Article V, section 15b, of the Oregon Constitution that the Governor provided last week. Governor Kotek said: โI am grateful to Oregon
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department alerted community members Thursday of a recent uptick in scams they are seeing frequently offering tips,in an effort to help you avoid becoming a victim.ย ย “So far in 2025, we have received at least 243 calls reporting scams and fraud attempts,” Bend Police Communications Manager Sheila Miller
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(Update: Adding update from Governor Kotek, Adding House Republican leader’s reaction to proposal) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) โ Governor Tina Kotek unveiled more details Thursday of her proposed funding solution of tax and fee increases lawmakers will take up at an August 29 special session. She said the proposal, if approved, will “preserve critical transportation and
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., announced Thursday that he will hold open-to-all town halls this month in Polk, Jefferson, Josephine, Benton and Clatsop counties. Heading into these five town halls from August 14-23, Wyden has heldย 1,129 open-to-all town hallsย in keeping his promise to hold at least one town hall each year in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) โ The city of Bend has installed a camera on the Portland Avenue Bridge, but it’s not for surveillance. The camera sits atop a light pole on the bridge and is designed to record traffic data. It’s not just cars – it’s recording the number of people walking and cycling over the
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Housing Works, the regional housing authority for Central Oregon, held a grand opening event on Wednesday to celebrate the completion of a 59-unit rental community in southwest Bend. Housing Works said it was thrilled to celebrate the opening of the College View Apartments at 198 SW 18th Street
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The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners is celebrating several legislative victories for Central Oregon following an end-of-session report on the 2025 Oregon Legislature presented during its meeting on Monday. Here are the details outlined in a news release KTVZ News received on Wednesday: Throughout the 158-day legislative session, commissioners and county staff actively engaged with
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