New hemp bill could streamline federal policy, bring more clarity for consumers
(UPDATE: Adding quotes from Senator Merkley and video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After weeks of confusion regarding the legality of hemp on a federal…
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R.V. Fire in Redmond may be set intentionally; what we know right now
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An R.V. Fire in Redmond took place earlier Wednesday. Fire Officials believe it was intentionally set. Details are still…
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Timelines just got tricky: A discreet U.S. Postal Service change could trip up your ballots and benefits
A quiet change in how the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) dates mail could have big implications for things like taxes and Oregon’s elections this year.…
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Renewal of $2.7 million federal grant assures five years of funding for NeighborImpact’s Head Start program
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As child care providers across the country await clarity amid delayed and frozen federal funding, NeighborImpact said…
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Public weighs in on proposed changes to Oregon’s “Motor Voter” program
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ)– Oregon’s “Motor Voter” program, the system that automatically registers eligible voters through the DMV, is now up for…
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Bend City Council to discuss Flock automated license plate readers at tonight’s meeting as critics voice concerns
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend City Council meets tonight at 6 p.m. at City Hall, with one of the agenda items centering on an amendment to the…
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Deschutes County commissioners set hearing on proposed wildfire mitigation construction standards
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners plans to hold a public hearing next Wednesday to consider proposed wildfire…
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Mt. Bachelor received 8 inches of snow and 6-10″ more is expected through the day, resort says
(Update: Adding other weather impacts) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor picked up eight inches of snow in the last 24 hours, with another 6-10…
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BLM conducting pile burning this week on Cline Buttes west of Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bureau of Land Management fire crews began three days of prescribed pile burning operations Wednesday on the Cline Buttes…
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Trust, transparency and tough questions: Deschutes Sheriff hopeful Ty Rupert makes his pitch to voters
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert used a Sunriver town hall to highlight his focus on rebuilding trust, transparency and…
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Snow in the forecast could mean difficulties with schools; how school districts prepare for winter weather
(UPDATE: adding video and quotes from Bend-LaPine Schools Director of Communications, Scott Maben) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Snow, Sleet, Ice, all…
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DCSO welcomes Dozer, a new drug detection K-9
(UPDATE: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office announced a new 4-legged deputy: Dozer, the…
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Military officially demobilizing National Guard troops activated in Portland, Los Angeles and Chicago
(UPDATE: Adding Video) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — After months of court fights and legal limbo over their call-up by President Trump, hundreds of Oregon…
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Update: Bend snowmobiler killed in California avalanche remembered as active, true outdoorsman
A Bend snowmobiler was buried in snow and killed in an avalanche Monday during an outing with four friends in the Castle Peak area near Truckee,…
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Let’s Talk Weather: Ponderosa Elementary School, Kinder Class
Chief Meteorologist John Carroll went to visit the Kindergarten Class at Ponderosa Elementary School. The kiddos talked about the water cycle, being…
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COIC welcomes Sean Keithly as new community and economic development director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council is welcoming Sean Keithly as its new community and economic development…
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Construction to community corridor: Franklin Avenue in midtown Bend reopens with new safety improvements
Traffic is flowing again along Franklin Avenue in midtown Bend after months of construction — and it’s sporting a new look. The upgrades are part of…
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Oregon Adaptive Sports, Mt. Bachelor to celebrate remodel of OAS office with ribbon-cutting
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Adaptive Sports and Mt. Bachelor will host a ribbon-cutting on Friday at 9 a.m. to celebrate the…
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Housing Works to open waiting list for 2026 Housing Choice Voucher Program next week
(Update: Video Added) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Housing Works, a housing organization dedicated to fostering stability and affordability in Central…
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Oregon State Parks seek public input on proposed rules for drone takeoffs, landings in state parks
(Update: Video Added) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public feedback on proposed rules governing…
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