Oregon Department of Forestry launches Prescribed Fire Liability Program
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry has announced the launch of the Prescribed Fire Liability Program. The pilot program is…
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‘There’s nothing more important’: Deschutes County clerk seeks to reassure voters in wake of ballot box attacks
It’s officially a week before Election Day, and recent arson attacks are raising more concerns about ballot drop box safety. Two ballot boxes were…
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‘Luckily, I was paying attention’: ODOT’s Bend Hwy. 97/20 North Corridor Project still causing dangerous U-turns
(Update: Adding video, comments from Kefi owner, Redmond resident) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Driver confusion over ODOT’s Highway 97 Bend North Corridor…
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With Deschutes County back on board, Bend city councilors OK Juniper Ridge homeless Temporary Safe Stay Area plans
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nearly a week after Deschutes County commissioners got back on board, the Bend City Council held a special meeting Tuesday…
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Decision 2024: $97.7 million Redmond school bond could determine the future of Redmond High
Redmond voters are seeing another school measure on their ballots this fall, as the school district seeks a renewal bond that would raise $97.7…
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Surf and turf: OSU researchers to study feeding seaweed to cattle in bid to cut greenhouse gas emissions
CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University researchers have received a $1 million federal grant to study the impact of adding seaweed to the…
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Ochoco National Forest reduces Paulina Complex fire area closure
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Ochoco National Forest said Monday it has reduced the fire area closure in the Paulina Ranger District that was…
Continue ReadingGov. Kotek thanks President Biden, joins in Indian boarding schools apology, notes that 10 were located in Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek released a statement Monday following President Joe Biden’s presidential apology on Friday for the…
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Chronic wasting disease confirmed in two deer harvested in Wyoming, illegally transported to Oregon
SALEM, Ore. – Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists confirmed Monday that two mule deer harvested in Wyoming and illegally…
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‘An incredible listener’: Ruth Burleigh, Bend’s first woman mayor, dies at 98, leaving legacy of community involvement
Ruth Burleigh, for whom serving as Bend’s first woman mayor was just one part of a long life full of civic and community involvement and…
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Fires set in drop boxes destroy hundreds of ballots in Washington and damage 3 in Oregon
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Incendiary devices were set off Monday at two ballot drop boxes — one in Portland and another in nearby…
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Sherwood Police scrap Halloween eve ‘Hide & Seek with a Cop’ event, citing safety concerns
SHERWOOD, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Sherwood Police Department only had fun and community connections in mind when it announced a “Hide & Seek with a…
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New economics forum issues ‘first look’ report as it aims to tally the costs of climate change for Oregonians
Wildfire smoke costs Oregon households $450 per day as they try to adapt by purchasing air purifiers, canceling trips and keeping children at home to…
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ODOT picks EV charging companies for first round of federal grants for public fast charging stations
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The ODOT Climate Office has selected EV charging companies for the first round of grants from the National Electric Vehicle…
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Crook County seeks public input on updated transportation plans, including possible new Juniper Canyon access
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Crook County is in the process of updating its Transportation System Plan (TSP), a 20-year strategy that outlines key…
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Oregon State Hospital says it’s now in substantial compliance with Medicare-Medicaid officials, won’t lose certification
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – After four overlapping surveys and more than a year, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has ruled Oregon State…
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‘Really neat project’: Downtown Redmond’s Old Creamery Building sold to local developers: We’ll soon see what’s next
Last week, NewsChannel 21 brought you a story surrounding the growth of Redmond after three downtown units in the Old Creamery Building on Southwest…
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Warm Springs Tribal Council chairman offers response to President Biden’s apology for Indian boarding schools injustice
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — President Biden issued a formal presidential apology on Friday to Native American communities for the atrocities…
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Gov. Kotek issues Wallowa County drought declaration, third in Oregon this year
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought in Wallowa County through Executive Order 24-29, and directed state agencies to…
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Redmond Fire & Rescue joins C.O. fire agencies reopening rural outdoor debris burning Monday; still banned in city
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At 8 a.m. on Monday, Redmond Fire & Rescue will reopen outdoor burning. With the recent rains and decrease in high…
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