Oregon Department of Justice rolls out new online toolkit to help families protect their personal data
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the state observed Data Privacy Day on Tuesday, the Oregon Department of Justice rolled out a new…
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Central Oregon jobless rates hold steady as 2024 comes to a close; employment levels rose over the year
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rates continued to hold steady in December, showing little to no change…
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Crook County School Board OKs $265K Melissa Skinner departure agreement, appoints panel to review board applicants
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County School Board voted 3-0 at a special meeting Monday evening to enter into a separation agreement the…
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Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signs executive order in preparation for potential ‘mass deportations’
By Helen Smith, KING-5 SEATTLE (KING/KTVZ) — Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson is preparing for potential family separations amid the fallout of…
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Problem Solvers: NE Redmond intersection at the center of community conversation on speed and safety
Neighbors who live near the intersection of Northeast Maple Avenue and 5th Street in Redmond are demanding the city take action, citing the dangers…
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Oregon DEQ issues air quality advisory for La Pine, several areas of state due to stagnant air conditions
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory for Eastern Lane, Eastern Linn, Eastern…
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Tax-filing season begins: Oregon Department of Revenue has tips on how to avoid common errors, refund delays
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the IRS and the state begin accepting tax year 2024 returns Monday, the Oregon Department of Revenue is offering taxpayers a…
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‘We’re all happy to be here’: C.O. first responders, supporters donate blood for the Battle of the Badges
Donors from around Central Oregon rolled up their sleeves for the American Red Cross on Monday, taking part in the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive…
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Bend Park & Rec’s recreation needs survey will land in 5,000 mailboxes soon
(update: adding video, comments from Julie Brown) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Park and Recreation District is seeking to better understand residents’…
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Like most Democrats, Oregon senators oppose most of President Trump’s Cabinet nominees – but not all
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With a Republican majority in the Senate, most of President Trump’s Cabinet nominees are expected to sail through. And though…
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Redmond City Council seeks public input on proposal to test microshelters at Safe Parking locations
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond City Council will hold a public hearing Tuesday evening to consider allowing a limited number of microshelters at…
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Merkley, Wyden announce feds’ $15 million reimbursement to ODOT for natural disaster repairs
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, D-Ore., announced Friday that the Federal Highway Administration is sending over $15…
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You can donate blood for American Red Cross at Battle of the Badges
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — First responders are urging you to roll up your sleeves and donate blood at Battle of the Badges next…
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Problem Solvers: Claims of mishandled documents, conflicts of interest by La Pine Parks & Rec Board members
KTVZ News’ Problem Solvers Team investigated alleged misconduct by the newly appointed board members of La Pine Parks and Recreation District and an…
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Amid dry spell and windy forecast, Oregon Dept. of Forestry reminds property owners to monitor their burn piles
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ)– Due to the recent extended drying pattern and east winds in the forecast this weekend, the Oregon Department of Forestry is…
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Beaverton’s $328.5 million Powerball winner comes forward; winning ticket was sold at Fred Meyer
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The ticket matching all six Powerball numbers in last Saturday’s $328.5 million Powerball jackpot was sold at the Fred Meyer…
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Washington County cat tests positive for avian influenza H5N1; ODA has tips on how to protect your cat
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A cat in Washington County recently tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian influenza (HPAI, more specifically avian…
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Six Oregon Department of Forestry strike teams return home from fighting S. California wildfires
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Forestry is welcoming back 70 firefighters on six strike teams who have been assigned to the fires in…
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Oregon State Police investigating fatal officer-involved shooting in Salem
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Police is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday in Salem. …
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Bend anti-trafficking group founder claims he’s the prankster behind the mysterious googly eyes on city’s roundabout art
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The founder of a Bend nonprofit that fights to prevent human trafficking revealed Thursday that he’s the…
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