(KTVZ) — UPDATE: As of 8:15 a.m., the outage appears to have been resolved. ORIGINAL REPORT: If you’re experiencing issues with Meta platforms this morning, you’re not alone. A wave of access issues affected users of several Meta platforms on Friday morning, with people across multiple countries reporting difficulties using Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger. Complaints
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(UPDATE: Adding Story and video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fertilizer prices are increasing and its availability is decreasing in Central Oregon, impacting local farmers. This issue is linked to disruptions in the global supply chain through the Strait of Hormuz, exacerbated by the Iran war. U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-OR) stated that the rise in
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(update: adding comments from students and school officials) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Tumalo Community School is breaking new ground—literally—marking the start of a major campus expansion with a ceremonial groundbreaking held Thursday. The project, set to continue through the summer, will add four new classrooms and expand the school to serve students from kindergarten through
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Parents of children who attended OSU-Cascades’ ‘Little Kits’ daycare program are demanding answers about it’s closure. To this end, they’re sending a letter to the University’s board of trustees, and the Higher Education Coordinating Commission. The program, which operated for approximately seven months is closing in July. The 7,200-square-foot facility was
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 71st class of the Oregon Youth Challenge graduated today. The formal ceremony took place at the Riverhouse Convention Center in Bend, and marks the completion of an intensive 22-week program. The program focues on regimented behavior and education. It offers youth a second chance, if they’re struggling with school or
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OREGON (KTVZ) — As of 10:23 a.m., ODOT reports the issue has been resolved. ORIGINAL REPORT: A network outage is currently affecting several state government agencies in Southwest Oregon, disrupting critical public services. The Oregon Department of Transportation, TripCheck, the Commerce and Compliance Division and Department of Motor Vehicles services are all offline. The widespread
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Update: Adding video SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency for Douglas, Gilliam, Harney, Lake and Malheur counties in Oregon. This declaration brings the total number of Oregon counties under drought emergency status to 17 out of 36. The declaration, issued through Executive Order 26-09, directs state agencies to coordinate
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A solemn tribute will take place next week in Salem as Oregon honors firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training and the Oregon Fire Service Honor Guard will host the annual Oregon Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial Ceremony on Tuesday,
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(UPDATE: ADDING CONTENT FROM EVENT & QUOTES FROM RESIDENTS AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR CANDIDATES) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three finalists for the Madras City Administrator position recently engaged with community members during a 90-minute public meet-and-greet at Initiative Brewing in Madras. Residents had the opportunity to ask questions and get to know the candidates, who are
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and Republic Services are partnering to host a free Community Shred Event this Saturday, June 13, in La Pine. Residents can dispose of sensitive documents, unwanted medications and worn American flags and also donate non-perishable food items. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Construction on the roundabout at the intersection of 15th Street and Ferguson Road in Bend, Ore., will begin June 22. The intersection will fully close to safely complete the work, with detours in place for motorists. The project is a voter-approved 2020 Transportation GO Bond initiative. The work includes constructing a new
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Several Central Oregon organizations are among more than a dozen across the state receiving e-mobility grants aimed at expanding access to electric transportation, from e-bikes and electric vehicles to charging stations. The grants, funded through the Oregon Clean Fuels Program and administered by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, are designed
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 86th Annual Sisters Rodeo kicks off Wednesday, bringing one of Central Oregon’s most iconic traditions back to life. Known as “The Biggest Little Show in the World,” the Sisters Rodeo runs June 10 through June 14 at the Sisters Rodeo Grounds, drawing top-ranked PRCA athletes from across the country. The
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This story was originally published by CNN. Click here for live updates. (CNN) — Annual inflation rose to a three-year-high of 4.2% in May, underscoring how elevated energy prices are rippling through the US economy, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Prices rose 0.5% on a monthly basis, driven higher by the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Cascades East Transit and Bend-La Pine Schools are partnering to provide free summer bus passes to all current students. These passes will allow for free rides on fixed routes and community connectors in Bend and some routes in Redmond through Aug. 31. To activate the free transportation, students must link their ID
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(Update: Summer lunch program offers La Pine students the option to take their lunch to-go) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When the school year ends, free summer meals for all children and teens in Bend and La Pine begin. The Bend-La Pine School District’s Summer Meal Program is now open, offering free breakfast and lunch to kids
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Sisters, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 2026 Sisters Rodeo is scheduled to begin Wednesday, June 11, with newly crowned rodeo queen Naomi Bailey leading the celebration. Bailey, who recently graduated from Oregon State University, will participate in the rodeo as part of a busy week. KTVZ met with Bailey on Tuesday, to get to know the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The “Live Well, Age Well” senior resource fair was held today at The Pavilion in Bend. The event offered free information and activities to senior citizens. The expo provided a range of services, including information on different types of housing and retirement options. Seniors also found support groups for memory and
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TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Tumalo resident says his irrigation water has been completely shut off, despite having deeded water rights, as drought conditions continue to strain the area’s water supply. KTVZ News is speaking with the Tumalo resident along with state water officials about what the shutoff means for residents’ land, how it affects
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) will close the Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) program to new applications at 8 a.m. on June 15th. The program assists homeowners who have struggled to make mortgage payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The closure comes as program funds are running low, prompting an urgent
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