MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Law enforcement agencies in Central Oregon arrested seven people Wednesday as part of a drug investigation in Madras. The operation led to the seizure of a handgun, suspected fentanyl, suspected methamphetamine and materials investigators say are consistent with drug distribution. The investigation was conducted by members of the Central Oregon Drug
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office employees are on administrative leave as an independent party investigates a formal complaint filed with the county.Lieutenant James McLaughlin, who is currently running for Deschutes County Sheriff, admitted in a social media post and video that he is one of the staff members under investigation.At this
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO) is inviting adopters to name their own dog adoption fee through Tuesday, June 30, as part of its “Summer of Love” promotion. The initiative comes as the shelter’s kennels in Bend remain full. In the 10 days leading up to June 26, 89 animals
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond, has launched its new Dog Day Out Program. This initiative allows community members to take shelter dogs on short outings, providing them a temporary break from the shelter environment. The program aims to reduce daily stress for the dogs and offers a rewarding way for the
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sunriver Resort, near Bend, has reopened The Spa at Sunriver Resort following a multi-million dollar renovation. The updates include a redesigned interior and a new service menu. The resort is managed by CoralTree Hospitality. The spa updates are part of expanded wellness offerings across the resort’s 3,300-acre property, including guest rooms
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DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office says it has balanced a $72.2 million budget for Fiscal Year 2026–27 after identifying approximately $1 million in reduced costs and operational efficiencies. The agency says the changes will allow it to maintain core public safety services. Interim Sheriff Ty Rupert said the effort reflects
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By Oren Liebermann, Sean Lyngaas, and Charbel Mallo, CNN (CNN) — Israel will withdraw from two areas in southern Lebanon, transferring the sites to the Lebanese military, under an initial agreement signed Friday after four days of talks in Washington. The deal, which both sides framed as a first step, comes as Israel has been
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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County leaders and tourism advocates are calling on the Oregon Health Authority to provide clearer communication and greater transparency regarding recreational advisories for harmful algae blooms, arguing the warnings are creating confusion and hurting the local economy. The concerns center around advisories issued for Lake Billy Chinook and other Oregon waterways. While local
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This week’s Furry Friend is Clyde! He came to Brightside as an owner surrender alongside his sister, Bonnie. His sister has been adopted, but Clyde still needs a forever home! The shelter describes him as a sweet and sensitive boy. He’s been making the most of summer at the shelter, enjoying walks, playtime in the
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By Andi Babineau, Nicki Brown, CNN (CNN) — A Utah judge in the case against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk ruled Friday to hold a prosecutor in civil contempt for violating a pretrial publicity order but opted to leave the death penalty in place as a possible outcome in the murder trial. The
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OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon State Parks is reminding visitors to leave the fireworks to the professionals this 4th of July. Fireworks and explosives are banned in all Oregon State Parks and along the entire ocean shore because of the wildfire risk and potential danger to people, wildlife, and park resources. Park officials say just one
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By Steven Jiang, Mike Valerio, CNN Beijing (CNN) — A small aircraft appeared to have struck the tallest building in China’s capital on Friday afternoon, in a shocking incident in one of the world’s most fortified cities. Dramatic footage from Beijing posted on social media showed debris falling from the 109-story CITIC Tower, also known
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By Uriel Blanco, Mary Triny Mena, Hira Humayun, Camille Rodríguez Montilla, CNN (CNN) — In Venezuela’s coastal state of La Guaira, which was hardest hit in the massive twin earthquakes on Wednesday, residents said they spent the night awake and reported that several people remained trapped in the rubble after severe damage to dozens of
Continue ReadingBy Alexandra Banner, CNN President Donald Trump will present the World Cup trophy in New Jersey on July 19 — and depending on who wins, the ceremony could be very awkward. He’s waged war against one country in the tournament, imposed tariffs on others and traded barbs with leaders whose teams could end up standing
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By Andy Rose, CNN (CNN) — After two decades behind bars and with few options left, Marquez Powell sat down several years ago and wrote a letter from a rural Georgia prison more than 100 miles from his Atlanta home. It would eventually help win his freedom. After being prosecuted at the age of 20,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Central Oregon Multi-Agency Traffic Team (MATT) conducted a high-visibility enforcement effort between June 10 and June 14, increasing patrols and traffic enforcement across the region. The operation aimed to enhance traffic safety during a busy week of local events and travel. The effort focused on deterring impaired driving and addressing various
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CNN, POOL, VTV, VANTOR, @DEPTOFWAR, @DELCYRODRIGUEZV By Jessie Yeung, Michael Rios, Taylor Ward, Issy Ronald, Charlotte Reck, CNN (CNN) — Rescuers are desperately searching through piles of rubble in Venezuela after the country was rocked by two powerful earthquakes on Wednesday, leaving scores of people dead and widespread destruction in a country already beset by
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By Zahra Ullah, Katharina Krebs, Daria Tarasova-Markina, CNN (CNN) — Russian-installed authorities declared a state of emergency in Crimea on Friday, as repeated, intensified Ukrainian strikes on the peninsula lead to widespread power outages and fuel shortages. Blackouts have plagued Sevastopol, the largest city in Russian-controlled Crimea, for days. The Kremlin-installed governor of the city,
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By Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN (CNN) — The Texas State Board of Education has approved a proposal that will establish lists of required reading — including Bible verses alongside classic titles — for its K-12 English and literature curriculum. The plan will impact more than 5 million public school students, as Texas emerges as a leader
Continue ReadingBy Rhea Mogul, Deepak Rao and Vijay Bedi, CNN New Delhi (CNN) — What started as an online joke has now spilled onto the streets of India’s capital. Since Saturday, Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the satirical Cockroach Janta Party, has been camped out in the heart of New Delhi, leading a crowd of protesters
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