La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The community of La Pine is coming together around a child and family in need of support – and a heart. Braxton Twyman was diaonosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) shortly after he was born 14 months ago. As a newborn, Braxton underwent a series of surgeries. Even though he
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend is preparing to enact a policy barring the use of city facilities for federal immigration enforcement, as outlined in state law, saying the goal is to foster a welcoming atmosphere for immigrants and refugees. “City facilities may not be used for the purpose of investigating, detecting, apprehending,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office reported on Friday the results of its participation in the national Drive Sober, Get Pulled Over campaign, which ran from Dec. 10 – Jan. 1 to help keep impaired drivers off our roads and ensure safer travel for everyone. During the enforcement detail, deputies worked four
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Facing pending budget cuts at the state level for the 2025-27 mid-biennium — likely 2%, but as much as 5% — Central Oregon Community College said this week it’s “welcoming community advocacy in encouraging state lawmakers, whose next session begins Feb. 2, to maintain current funding levels.” COCC said interested citizens
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The Madras City Council held a special meeting Friday morning to formally accept City Administrator Will Ibershof and appointed Public Works Director Jeff Hurt as his interim successor.
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BANDON, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the USGS, just before 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 15th, a 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the Oregon coast, about 180 miles west of Bandon. This area often experiences earthquakes and no tsunami is expected. Seattle’s Lumen Field currently has six seismic sensors monitoring activity ahead of the Seattle Seahawks
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The Second and Third Grade students at Terrebonne Community School were visited by our Chief Meteorologist John Carroll to discuss the weather. They learned all about the water cycle and listened to John’s book “The Adventure of Robbie the Raindrop” that follows Robbie on his journey through the water cycle. They also became weather detectives,
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ)– Members of 100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon have collectively donated $16,800 to Friends of the Children, a nonprofit that provides one-on-one professional mentoring for children facing significant obstacles. The donation aims to support Friends of the Children’s mentoring program, which pairs children with a full-time, paid professional mentor, starting as
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(Update: Mitchell’s next court date set for January 20th) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thursday afternoon, Bend man Stephen Mitchell, arrested for the murder of his wife, was arraigned in Deschutes County Court. His next court appearance is set for January 20th, where it will be determined if he is fit to stand trial, according to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shoppers across Central Oregon helped raise more than $85,000 to fight hunger through the 15th annual Food for February fundraiser organized by Newport Avenue Market, Oliver Lemon’s, and Ollie’s Kitchen. The employee-owned grocery stores announced Thursday that the campaign brought in a record $85,236.70, with more than $30,000 matched by parent company Rudy’s Markets, Inc. The
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Powder House, a long-time Bend business, is expanding – establishing a new venue called “Base Camp.” The 8,000-square-foot space will feature outdoor seating with fire pits, 36 taps, handcrafted cocktails and live music. The owners of Powder House, Todd McGee and his wife, have operated the establishment for nearly 25 years
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(Jillian Fortner has a full report tonight) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Many small aircraft still use a type of aviation gasoline that contains lead, and that’s raising concerns for some people living near the Bend Airport. “I had no idea that they were still using leaded fuel,” said Ken Saurbier, a Northeast Bend resident. Saurbier
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As overnight temperatures dip below freezing across Oregon, the State Fire Marshal’s Office is issuing a renewed call for home heating safety after a series of recent fires — some with tragic outcomes. Since January 1, the agency has investigated ten home fires statewide from a range of causes. Over the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News can exclusively tell you that one of Bend’s best-known music venues is not going anywhere after all. Owner Johnny Davis had planned to sell the Volcanic Theatre Pub and move out of the area, but says he had a change of heart after strong community support and outreach. Instead
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– For the first time in its 75-year history, Central Oregon Community College faculty and classified staff, represented by two separate unions, are joining forces to demand living wages. Contract negotiations are never easy. They can last for months and even years as employers and employees work to resolve their differences. At Central
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ)– A Warm Springs, Ore., man has been charged with possessing multiple firearms as a felon and eluding police during a high-speed chase. Edward Francis Jones, 32, faces federal charges stemming from two incidents involving law enforcement. According to the U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon, Scott E. Bradford, Jones has
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is looking for community members interested in helping guide the future of the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center. Three volunteer positions are currently open on the Fair Board, which oversees the year-round operations of the Redmond facility. One appointee will serve a one-year term, while the other two
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JEFFERSON CO, Ore. (KTVZ)– Oregon State Police are requesting public assistance following a fatal crash that occurred on Jan. 10, 2026, between 11:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m., on Highway 97 near milepost 101 in Jefferson County. The pedestrian who was struck and killed has been identified as Jared Elijah Cooper, 38, of Madras. Police are
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has appointed former Oregon State Senator Tim Knopp of Bend as the state’s new Chief Prosperity Officer – a key role aimed at growing Oregon’s economy, creating good-paying jobs, and supporting local businesses. Kotek announced the appointment Tuesday, saying Knopp’s business background and decades of public service make
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From left to right: Kelsey Merison (Sunrise Anchor), Carson Perl (Sunrise Audio Technician), Greg Mason (KTVZ Chief Engineer), Silas Moreau (Sunrise Producer), Annie Davis (Sunrise Director), Shannon Brady (Sunrise Meteorologist)
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