EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Linh Luu and Kevin Le, a husband and wife from Anaheim, California, pleaded guilty Friday, October 23rd in federal court in Eugene, Oregon, to violating the Lacey Act for trafficking wildlife between Oregon and Vietnam. A federal court sentenced both defendants to three years of probation and ordered each to pay
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Employment Department is observing National Disability Employment Awareness Month this October by highlighting the workforce contributions of individuals with disabilities. This year’s theme for the awareness month is “Celebrating Value and Talent.” WorkSource Oregon, a statewide partnership that includes the department’s Workforce Operations division, operates 37 centers across the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Pet Pals segment featured Marigold, a 3-month-old kitten at the Humane Society of Central Oregon who is looking for a loving home willing to help manage her heart condition. Marigold was found as a stray underneath a deck along with two other kittens. While her companions have been adopted,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend-La Pine School District is highlighting some very special elementary school art projects celebrating fall. From golden leaves and pumpkins to holiday traditions, the artwork showcases students’ creativity and the colors of the season. And even more special, these photos feature fall artwork from Silver Rail Elementary School students. All
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, Redmond Parks crews will treat about 24 acres of the Dry Canyon for cheatgrass next Monday and Tuesday, weather permitting. The invasive weed dries out early and can create dense fuel that allows wildfires to spread quickly. The work will start near the Wastewater Treatment Facility and move south
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A community gathering in Bend tonight will bring students, parents, school staff and community members together to discuss healing and recovery following the deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School. The event, titled “Let’s Talk About How We Heal,” is scheduled for 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at Hop
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MEDFORD, Ore. (KVZ) – It’s bat-ck! The Bureau of Land Management is hosting its annual Bat Beauty Contest, with a brand new group of stunning contestants. On Sunday, Oregon’s own Ryan GosWING will go head-to-head with Dolly BATton, Miss Montana, in the first round. Visit the BLM’s webpage to learn more about Bat Week and
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SALEM, Ore. — The Oregon Secretary of State’s office says it was informed Thursday afternoon by the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice that the agency would deploy election monitors to Multnomah County on Election Day. “Oregon’s elections are secure, accurate, and fair, and we always welcome observers to watch our American
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner announced Friday that the Treasury will return about $7 million in unclaimed property this month to about 13,000 people as part of the agency’s 2026 “Checks Without Claims” initiative. Typically, people need to file a claim with Oregon’s Unclaimed Property Program to receive their unclaimed funds.
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Redmond is inviting residents, employees and local businesses to help shape the community’s housing future by participating in a public survey scheduled to run through Friday, Nov. 6. The survey is here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PVTDSTK
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes Brewery in Bend is offering free kids meals at its downtown pub through the end of October to help support local families. The brewery is also offering Bend-La Pine teachers and first responders a 25% discount off their entire bill through the end of the month. The effort includes a
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit is offering free rides on Bend bus routes, Dial-A-Ride and Community Connector routes 24, 29 and 30 through Monday, Oct. 26. The fare-free service was launched following a tragedy at Silver Rail Elementary School. The Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council authorized the temporary transportation assistance to support the local
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield is encouraging residents across the state to dispose of expired and unused prescription medications during National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24. Hosted by the Drug Enforcement Administration, the event offers free and anonymous drop-off sites at participating pharmacies and law enforcement agencies from
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(KTVZ) — This week, local anglers shared their recent successes, including Jasmine’s 25-pound Chinook salmon from the Siletz River, Kristi’s brown trout from East Lake and Daniel’s 18-pound Chinook salmon also from the Siletz River. If you’re interested in participating, upload your catch photos through the contest tab.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Friday, October 23rd, Bo’s on Century Drive in Bend will again be giving away free food to the community. This, after the locally-owned shop also gave away free meals last week to anyone who needed one. Bo’s is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is located at 70
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 66-year-old Bend-area man faces numerous firearm charges after a raid on a home in Deschutes River Woods turned up 69 firearms, mostly undetectable “ghost guns” without a serial number, authorities said Thursday. In recent days, detectives with Central Oregon Drug Enforcement (CODE) Team began investigating a report of a person
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A toy collection drive for Silver Rail called “Toys for Hope” is underway across Central Oregon. Their goal is to provide therapeutic toys for Silver Rail elementary students. The effort is sanctioned by the school district and coordinated by local businesses. Organized by Amber McDermott, the initiative asks for brand-new sensory
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening this weekend, the Central Oregon community is coming together to honor the life of Megan Lambert, the 25-year-old teacher killed in last week’s shooting at Silver Rail Elementary. The “Walk for Megan” takes place Sunday, October 25th, starting in the Old Mill District and following a route along the Deschutes River. Organizers
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the wake of last week’s tragedy, it’s important to highlight some of the good news happening in our community. If you drive around Bend right now, you’ll see signs of support across the community. And, a local Bend business was giving away decals for community members who wanted to show their
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