Gov. Kotek proclaims August as National Emergency Management Awareness Month in Oregon
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek has proclaimed August 2026 as National Emergency Management Awareness Month in Oregon. The campaign, led…
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Oregon housing starts rise 11.3% in first half of 2026, outpacing national trend
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon housing starts increased by 11.3% year-over-year during the first half of 2026, marking a second consecutive year of…
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Kotek addresses loss of SNAP benefits for 35,000 Oregonians
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek hosted a roundtable discussion on Saturday at an Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon food bank in Northeast…
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Grocery Outlet raises $16,546 for Food insecurity in Crook County
Bend, OR. (KTVZ) — The Grocery Outlet Independence from Hunger Campaign raised $16,546 during the month of July to support local children and…
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Commissioner Phil Chang to host coffee session in Terrebonne next week
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Commissioner Phil Chang will host an informal “coffee with a commissioner” session at Red Point Climbing,…
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Oregon AG sues Trump administration over demand for personal data of 17 million drivers
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield is leading a coalition of 21 state attorneys general and the state of Pennsylvania in a lawsuit…
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Oregon school attendance rises by 7,000 students, lawmakers say
OREGON (KTVZ) — Right now, Oregon schools are seeing an increase in students regularly attending class, but one state lawmaker says more work is…
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There’s Good News: Oregon National Guard helps fight Hagen Fire in Umatilla County
UMATILLA COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon National Guard crews are making a big difference in the fight against the Hagen Fire in Umatilla County. Black…
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Oregon follows AAP immunization schedule despite federal changes
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Governor Tina Kotek says the state will continue following medical guidance on childhood vaccinations, despite recent…
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Oregon officials urge extreme caution as wildfires stretch resources
OREGON (KTVZ) — Right now, fire officials are asking Oregonians to use extreme caution as wildfires continue burning across the state and…
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Shop with a Cop hosts poker fundraiser this Saturday for local children
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Shop with a Cop program will host a fundraiser this Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Elks Lodge to benefit local children. The…
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Think Wild advises Central Oregon on assisting displaced wildlife
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — As fire season impacts Central Oregon, experts at Think Wild are advising residents on how to safely assist displaced wildlife…
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New bipartisan bill aims to expand investment options for credit unions
Oregon Congresswoman Janelle Bynum is introducing bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding investment options for credit unions. Bynum and…
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Oregon ranks 45th in the nation for homebuyers under age 35
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Oregon ranks 45th in the nation for the proportion of home buyers younger than age 35, according to a study published by…
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Oregon drought aid available for businesses, farms and communities
OREGON (KTVZ) — State and federal agencies are making multiple financial and technical assistance programs available to support Oregon communities,…
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Oregon flags to fly at half-staff Friday to honor man killed fighting Wright Springs Fire
OREGON (KTVZ) — Today, Gov. Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff on Aug. 14, in honor of contractor…
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Portland City Council votes 8-4 to approve $120M Moda Center renovation term sheet
This article was written by Jared Cowley and Evan Watson from KGW: PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland City Council voted 8-4 Wednesday to approve an…
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Oregon leads multi-state lawsuit to block federal rule on mortgage escrow interest
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield and New York Attorney General Letitia James led a coalition of 10 states in filing a…
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Oregon Health Authority resumes search for permanent hospital leader
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority has announced a leadership change at Oregon State Hospital in Salem, ending Sean Murphy’s…
Continue Reading Oregon invests in nearly 300 affordable homes across the state
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — New investments from Oregon Housing and Community Services are creating nearly 300 affordable homes across the state. The…
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