Oregon House Republican leader Helfrich won’t seek reelection to post
By Lynne Terry, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — State Rep. Jeff Helfrich has announced that he will not seek reelection as minority…
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Albany teachers go on strike for the first time in nearly 40 years
ALBANY, Ore. (KGW.KTVZ) — For the first time in nearly 40 years, about 600 teachers and other educational staff in Greater Albany Public Schools…
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Forest Service plans pile burning this week west of Phil’s Trailhead, south of Skyliners Road, in Wanoga Butte area
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters across the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District plan to conduct up to 217 acres of pile burning operations west of…
Continue ReadingOregon Dept. of Revenue’s Bend office to close Tuesday, Nov. 19 for day of staff training
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue’s Bend regional office at 951 SW Simpson Avenue will be closed on Tuesday, November 19 for…
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‘The playbook is the same’: State lawmakers Bonham, Kropf offer reaction to election results, ’25 session outlook
(Update: Adding video, comments by Daniel Bonham, Jason Kropf) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Redmond Patriots meeting was held on Veterans Day with guest…
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Oregon National Guard officials, citizen soldiers take part in Veterans Day events and celebrations around the state
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon National Guard participated in various ceremonies and events around the state on Veterans Day, Monday, to honor…
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Bend Parade of Flags a Red, White and Blue salute to Central Oregon’s veterans
BEND, Ore (KTVZ)– Early Monday morning, the Bend Heroes Foundation, Boy Scout Troop 25 and volunteers fanned out across downtown Bend installing…
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‘I’m just proud to be a veteran’: Dozens gather at Bend’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial for new flagpole’s rededication
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Vietnam Veterans Memorial, recently vandalized for the second time this year, received a powerful show of support…
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‘This is my country, and I’m proud of it’: Bend Veteran’s Day Parade brings cheers, tears – and pride
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Gray skies and chilly temperatures did not keep the flag-waving, saluting crowds away for Monday’s special, 23rd annual Bend…
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Medicaid funding for addiction treatment has not slowed national overdose deaths, OHSU study finds
By Ben Botkin, Oregon Capital Chronicle PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The federal government’s push to make Medicaid funding more flexible for drug…
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Donald Trump supporters celebrate president-elect’s win with a victory lap around C. Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Election night was five days ago, when Donald Trump won and was declared the 47th president. On Sunday, Central Oregonians…
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‘It’s going to be a battle,’ Senator Wyden tells town hall at Portland high school
By Julia Shumway, Oregon Capital Chronicle PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Speaking to a crowded room of high school students worried about the impact of…
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AP Race Call: Donald Trump wins Arizona
Donald Trump won Arizona on Saturday, returning the state and its 11 electoral votes to the Republican column after Joe Biden’s 2020 victory. The…
Continue ReadingDecision 2024: Clackamas County voter shift appears to be key in Bynum’s projected win over Chavez-DeRemer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– In what could be a historic win, The Oregonian is projecting Democrat Janelle Bynum to win her race in Oregon’s Fifth…
Continue ReadingDemocrat Andrea Salinas wins reelection in Oregon’s 6th District
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Democratic U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas has won reelection in Oregon’s 6th Congressional District, beating Republican Mike…
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City of Bend launches public survey on Community Climate Action Plan
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is inviting community members to participate in a survey to provide input on the update of its Community…
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Biden administration to restrict drilling, renewables in the US West to help struggling sage grouse
Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — President Joe Biden’s administration on Friday proposed tighter restrictions on oil, solar and wind…
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Janelle Bynum projected to win Oregon’s 5th District, ousting Lori Chavez-DeRemer
Democratic state lawmaker Janelle Bynum is projected to win the race for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District, according to The Oregonian, ousting…
Continue Reading Outcome still unclear in Oregon’s tight Fifth District race
SALEM, Ore. (KGW/KTVZ) — Oregon’s 5th Congressional District race remained too close to call Thursday evening, almost a full two days after polls…
Continue ReadingIn Portland, Oregon, political outsider Keith Wilson elected mayor after homelessness-focused race
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Voters in Portland, Oregon, have elected political outsider Keith Wilson as their new mayor, following a…
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