COCC seeks artist for $30K Madras campus commission
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College is accepting proposals for a commissioned outdoor sculptural installation, with a…
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‘Alarming’: Oregon’s cyber tips of online child solicitation, ‘sextortion’ soar 857% over the past four years
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s an alarming trend in Oregon and every state in the country: Children are being extorted on social media, with…
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COIC offers Jefferson County residents $599.99 reimbursement for defensible space treatments
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council, in a collaborative effort with the Jefferson County Fire Chiefs, is offering…
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Rock legend Peter Frampton bringing his ‘Let’s Do It Again!’ concert tour to Bend’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The latest addition to the summer concert lineup at Bend;s Hayden Homes Amphitheater is one of the rock legends of the ’70s:…
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Bend PD, CERT arrest 4 suspects in nearly 40 Oregon home burglaries targeting affluent Asian-Americans
Investigators believe the same group of four suspects arrested last week in a raid at a home south of Sunriver are connected to at least 39 home…
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Cold snap hits: Deschutes County health officials urge safety precautions to avoid frostbite, hypothermia
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Colder than average weather has arrived in Central Oregon this week, including single-digit and sub-zero temperatures in some…
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Wyden co-sponsors legislation to keep some of ski areas’ annual fees with local national forests
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden announced Monday he is co-sponsoring bipartisan legislation that would let national forests retain a portion…
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Oregon lawmaker proposes changing revised state wildfire risk map to curb anger and rumors
Nearly four years ago, in the aftermath of the state’s most destructive wildfires in history, the Oregon Legislature passed a bipartisan package…
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Tumalo assault suspect faces 3 charges after 3-mile barefoot run in the snow prompted major manhunt, area alert
A Tumalo domestic assault suspect who ran barefoot for three miles, sparking a large manhunt and warning to hundreds of residents to lock their…
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New Bend summer concert additions offer something for everyone: Barenaked Ladies, Kidz Bop and blues-rock icon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Monday brought a trio of concert announcements as the Hayden Homes Amphitheater continues to fill out its summer lineup.…
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‘Perfect storm’: City of Bend says it’s taken steps to ease construction-related traffic delays amid snowy winter weather
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend says it recognizes that last week’s “closure of the Olney Avenue and Wall Street intersection, coupled with our…
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Deschutes County offers neighborhoods trash bins, free disposal of wildfire fuels to create defensible space
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If a major obstacle to clearing defensible space in your neighborhood is the cost of renting a large bin and disposing of all…
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Problem Solvers: Uncovering XLNT Automotive’s troubles, Investigation reveals series of customer complaints and legal disputes
Redmond Business Owner Responds to Customer Complaints Editor’s Note: This article has updated to include an interview with XLNT Automotive owner…
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Renovations finish at Shepherd’s House in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There are many organizations across Central Oregon fighting every day to help those less fortunate, even with this winter storm.…
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Owners of Taj Palace robbed at gunpoint in SE Bend home
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– According to the police report, on January 10th two armed men entered the home and held the owners at gunpoint. The suspects…
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How Meals on Wheels delivers to seniors safely during winter storms
Adrian Hicks is one of the volunteers with the Council on Aging of Central Oregon’s Meals on Wheels. The program delivers meals to homebound…
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Frigid temperatures are on the way: Bend Fire has some tips to avoid home or business disasters
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Well below-freezing temperatures are predicted around the High Desert over the next several days and Bend Fire & Rescue said…
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How do Central Oregon schools make the call on whether to close or delay classes due to snowy roads?
KTVZ News’ Tracee Tuesday spoke with Central Oregon school officials on Thursday to look at how the decisions are made on whether to cancel or delay…
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For over a decade, Mt. Bachelor Shuttle has helped skiers and boarders enjoy the mountain with less stress
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– With nearly ideal conditions, everyone is trying to sneak up to the mountain for some skiing, even though it’s the middle of the…
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La Pine Community Health Center lays off 11% of staff while awaiting further word on federal funding freeze
La Pine Community Health Center has laid off 11% of its staff of 90, pending more details about a freeze on federal funding, but said its…
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