Retail sales post biggest jump in more than 3 years on record spike in gas prices
By Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — Americans saw large chunks of their wallets get eaten up by soaring gas prices in March; however, consumers…
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‘The land is healing’: Closure of Cabin Butte area near China Hat extended as Deschutes National Forest continues restoration
(Update: adding comments from district ranger and forest official) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The closure of the Cabin Butte area, commonly known as China…
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There’s Good News: 100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon donates to nonprofit that helps women in recovery
UPDATE: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Members of 100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon have collectively donated $19,500 as of…
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Decision 2026: Oregon secretary of state releases elections toolkit, reminds of key voter registration, other dates
SALEM, OR — Today, the Oregon Secretary of State Office released on Monday the official 2026 Elections Toolkit, a collection of civic education…
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Volunteers needed for 2026 Cascade Cycling Classic Criterium in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The Cascade Cycling Classic Downtown Criterium, presented by Hayden Homes and Simplicity, is scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026,…
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Lori Chavez-DeRemer out as Labor secretary
By Alejandra Jaramillo, Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is stepping down from the Trump administration to take…
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Secretary McMahon tours Crook County schools as part of nationwide education tour
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Crook County High School and Crooked River Elementary School in…
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Madras man pleads guilty to manslaughter, faces 25-year prison sentence in 2022 fatal shooting
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Madras man facing trial on murder, kidnap and other charges in the 2022 fatal shooting of another Madras man…
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Apple CEO Tim Cook to step down after more than a decade
By Lisa Eadicicco, CNN (CNN) — Tim Cook, the executive who led Apple to become a $4 trillion company and defined its identity in the post-Steve…
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Outdoor burning rules vary across Central Oregon after dry, mild winter
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon fire districts are moving up the end of outdoor debris burning to April 30, citing dry conditions, gusty winds…
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Decision 2026: Current head of Oregon labor bureau faces primary challenge from agency insider
Few Oregonians interact with the state’s employment rights agency until they need it, they’re being investigated or they’re voting on its next…
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Bend’s Trinity Lutheran Church celebrates opening of its long-awaited worship, performing arts venue
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Trinity Lutheran Church & School celebrated and held its first worship service Sunday in its long-awaited, newly completed…
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Oregon AG leads deal for Albertsons to pay $773M in opioid settlement
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Monday, Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced an agreement in principle with grocery chain Albertsons, requiring…
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Oregon Lightning Home Games Now Streaming Free on KTVZ+
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Lightning fans have a new way to catch all the action from home. Beginning this Saturday, supporters can stream Oregon…
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Local community’s generosity boosts scholarships for Sisters High School graduates
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sisters High School students will be awarded $385,250 in scholarships during Sisters GRO’s annual Senior Celebration this…
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Oregon work zones see record high in crashes and fatalities
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon work zones experienced a five-year high in crashes in 2024 with 621 incidents reported, according to the Oregon Department of…
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Tragedy inspires Washington woman to connect with others through Mariners baseball
SEATTLE, Wash. (KOMO) — A 70-year-old Washington woman is turning personal tragedy into an opportunity for connection by offering her extra Seattle…
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Strong earthquake hits off Japan’s coast, tsunami advisory issued
This story was originally published by CNN. Click here for live updates. (CNN) — A three-meter (9.8-foot) tsunami warning was issued for Japan…
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Prosecutors say singer d4vd sexually abused a teen for months before killing her. What we know about the case against him
By Alaa Elassar, Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — Seven months after the decomposed body of a 14-year-old girl was found in the trunk of his car, the…
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Louisiana gunman killed 8 children, including 7 of his own, police say, in deadliest mass shooting since 2024
CNN, KTBS, KSLA, FACEBOOK , SHREVEPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT, Facebook / Shreveport Police Department By Chris Boyette, Leah Asmelash, Zoe Sottile, Sneha…
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