6.0 magnitude earthquake strikes off Oregon coast near Bandon, no tsunami expected
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…
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Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation awards $759K to 93 Southern Oregon nonprofits
ROSEBURG, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation awarded $759,930 to non-profit organizations across Southern Oregon on Thursday at…
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Central Oregon women unite to fund long-term mentoring for at-risk children; Raise more than $16k
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ)– Members of 100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon have collectively donated $16,800 to Friends of the Children, a nonprofit…
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UPDATE: Bend man arrested on murder charge, accused of killing wife arraigned; Next court appearance set
(Update: Mitchell’s next court date set for January 20th) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thursday afternoon, Bend man Stephen Mitchell, arrested for the murder…
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Bend’s Powder House is expanding by building new entertainment venue
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…
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NFL Divisional Games to Air on NBC (KTVZ) and FOX (KFXO)
Here are the NFL Divisional Games games KTVZ and KFXO will be airing this weekend:FOX (KFXO)Saturday, January 17th4:30 – 5:00 pm: NFL on Fox…
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Cyclist Seriously Injured After Vehicle Runs Red Light in Bend
(Update: adding video, interview with Bend PD officer) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A cyclist was seriously injured in a crash involving a vehicle at the…
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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 Johnny…
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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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