Sleep in Heavenly Peace Chapter Ends Operations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sleep in Heavenly Peace Chapter of Deschutes County is no longer active, having dedicated itself to building, assembling and…
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Cyclist Seriously Injured After Vehicle Runs Red Light in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A cyclist was seriously injured in a crash involving a vehicle at the intersection of Powers Road and Business 97 in Southeast…
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Lori Chavez-DeRemer the subject of internal Labor Department misconduct complaint: Report
WASHINGTON (KGW-TV) — U.S. Labor Secretary and former Oregon congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer is the subject of a misconduct complaint along with…
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Problem Solvers: Lead concerns rise near Bend Airport as some aircraft still use leaded fuel
(Jillian Fortner has a full report tonight) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Many small aircraft still use a type of aviation gasoline that contains lead, and…
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Madras City Administrator resigns, special meeting scheduled
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Madras received the resignation of City Administrator Will Ibershof on January 14, 2026. The city will hold a…
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Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office releases monthly report for December 2025, includes 24 In-Custody Arrests
(Update: Video Added) JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office released its monthly report for December of 2025 in a post…
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National ‘Walk Out for Freedom’ protest against ICE planned for Jan. 20th in Bend
Update: Corrected schedule from 50501 Central Oregon BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Central Oregonians are invited to participate in the Walk Out for Freedom on…
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Ask the Mayor: Redmond’s Ed Fitch responds to questions about Highway 97 repairs, ODOT frustraions, Redmond’s fireworks ban, and more
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From Highway 97 repair plans to enforcing Redmond’s ban on fireworks, Mayor Ed Fitch answers viewer-submitted questions for…
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Oregon State Fire Marshal urges caution as home heating fires rise
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As overnight temperatures dip below freezing across Oregon, the State Fire Marshal’s Office is issuing a renewed call for…
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Bend’s Volcanic Theatre Pub survives: Exclusive
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 John…
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COCC educators and faculty rally as contract negotiations reach standstill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– For the first time in its 75-year history, Central Oregon Community College faculty and classified staff, represented by two…
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Warm Springs man charged with firearm possession, high-speed chases after months-long manhunt
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ)– A Warm Springs, Ore., man has been charged with possessing multiple firearms as a felon and eluding police during a…
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Farewell to FairWell Festival: Major music event will not return to Central Oregon in 2026
After bringing major country music stars and massive crowds to Redmond for the past three summers, the FairWell Festival has officially called it…
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Deschutes County seeks volunteers for Fair Board
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is looking for community members interested in helping guide the future of the Deschutes County Fair &…
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OSP seeking witnesses after fatal pedestrian crash on Highway 97 in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON CO, Ore. (KTVZ)– Oregon State Police are requesting public assistance following a fatal crash that occurred on Jan. 10, 2026, between…
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‘We are devastated’: Bend therapy provider sounds alarm over Medicaid reimbursement cuts
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Therapy providers across Central Oregon are sounding the alarm after PacificSource Community Solutions, the coordinated care…
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Bend’s Tim Knopp named Oregon’s new Chief Prosperity Officer
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has appointed former Oregon State Senator Tim Knopp of Bend as the state’s new Chief Prosperity Officer…
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KTVZ Meteorologist Shannon Brady Signs Off, Moving to Arizona for New Opportunity
From left to right: Kelsey Merison (Sunrise Anchor), Carson Perl (Sunrise Audio Technician), Greg Mason (KTVZ Chief Engineer), Silas Moreau (Sunrise…
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Oregon Health Authority seeks new members for Oversight and Accountability Council
OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is seeking applicants to serve on the Oversight and Accountability Council (OAC), a Council…
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Heating-Related Fires Surge in Oregon, Fire Marshal Emphasizes Winter Safety
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Fire Marshal is urging residents to prioritize fire safety during the winter, having investigated 10 home…
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