BREAKING NEWS: One Person Dead Following Plane Crash in Deschutes County
UPDATE: KTVZ News has confirmed the pilot of the aircraft that went down is deceased.The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the…
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Wildfire staffing grant helps Crooked River Ranch Fire balance local calls with statewide deployments
(Update: adding comments from OSFM, Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue, video) CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — As firefighters are sent across…
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Suspect injured and arrested following officer-involved shooting on Highway 20
Bend ORE. (KTVZ) — A suspect was injured and arrested Monday evening following a shooting involving officers on Highway 20 in Linn County. The…
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Oregon ranks 51st nationally for year-over-year change in pay disparity
Bend ORE. (KTVZ) — Oregon ranked 51st in the nation for the year-over-year change in pay disparity, according to a study released today by…
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“A smashing success”: Watch Oregon Zoo animals celebrate National Watermelon Day
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Animals at the Oregon Zoo received fresh watermelons today to observe National Watermelon Day. The fruit is provided as part…
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Gov. Kotek announces $10 million fund for rural Oregon infrastructure projects
OREGON (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek announced today that applications have opened for a $10 million Regional Infrastructure Fund. The investment is…
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Inside the lines: Redmond Air Tanker Base
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Air Tanker Base has pumped more than 1 million gallons of retardant in the last two weeks, reaching its typical…
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22 bats test positive for rabies in Oregon this year, matching state record
OREGON (KTVZ) — State health officials are warning residents to avoid contact with bats after 22 of the animals tested positive for rabies in Oregon…
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Oregon launches 24/7 wildfire hotline to help residents affected by fires, smoke
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregonians affected by wildfires or poor air quality can now access a dedicated statewide hotline for support 24 hours a day, seven…
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Rare Crater Lake newts hatch at Oregon Zoo for first time
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Twenty Mazama newt hatchlings emerged at the Oregon Zoo this month, marking the first time the rare subspecies has been…
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Oregon extends SNAP replacement deadline for wildfire victims in 10 counties
OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Human Services has extended the deadline for residents in 10 counties to request replacement SNAP benefits…
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EXCLUSIVE: Senator Merkley speaks with KTVZ News about Oregon wildfires, FEMA funding, and more
(Update: adding comments from Senator Merkley) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three federal grants are helping Oregon cover wildfire costs, but US Senator Jeff…
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Report: Oregon hospitals lost $450 million in 2025, warn of growing crisis
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon hospitals experienced significant financial losses in 2025, leading to the closure of service lines and inpatient beds. More…
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SCAM ALERT: Oregon warns of wildfire scams targeting donations and recovery efforts
OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Emergency Management is warning residents to be cautious of fraudulent schemes following widespread damage…
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Harney County wildfires threaten highways; out-of-stage agenices, local crews and volunteers dig in
HARNEY COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Multiple major wildfires in Harney County are burning across rangeland and timber, sending smoke across eastern Oregon…
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Gov. Kotek orders half-staff flags to honor fallen Navy Cmdr. Gabriel Edwards
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff on July 29th, 2026, in solemn…
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Akawa Butte Fire: Mop-up continues ahead of public meeting tonight
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Akawa Butte Fire remains active as of July 28, 2026, with crews continuing mop-up operations today to identify and…
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Volvo driver killed after rear-ending stopped Freightliner on Highway 26
CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — One man died Thursday, July 23rd, 2026, after his white Volvo semi-truck and triple trailer rear-ended an overheated…
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Wyden and Merkley secure $488,500 for Oregon veteran transport
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley announced today they secured $488,500 in federal funding for key veteran health care…
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Oregon Department of Revenue schedules one-hour closure tomorrow
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue will temporarily close its Salem office and all contact centers for one hour tomorrow, July…
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