Trump says he plans to host UFC fight at the White House
By Kaanita Iyer and Alejandra Jaramillo, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump on Thursday said he plans to host a UFC fight on White House…
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An ambitious vision of a city built from lava
By Francesca Perry, CNN Venice, Italy (CNN) — Erupting from fiery volcanoes, lava has historically been an uncontrollable force that destroys…
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Recreational use advisory lifted for Lake Billy Chinook as toxin level drops; dog owners urged to keep them away
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Health Authority announced Tuesday it has lifted the recreational use health advisory issued for Lake Billy…
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Deschutes County moves online dog licensing program to user-friendly platform, in bid to boost registration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is moving its online dog licensing program to DocuPet, simplifying the process for owners to license their…
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Problem Solvers: Uncovering the hidden hazards that led to nearly 40 deer entanglements in Central Oregon last year
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — After distraught neighbors in Redmond contacted the KTVZ Problem Solvers about a mother doe with a trap stuck to her lip,…
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At 90, the Dalai Lama braces for final showdown with Beijing: his reincarnation
By Simone McCarthy and CNN Staff Hong Kong (CNN) — For much of the past century, the Dalai Lama has been the living embodiment of Tibet’s…
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Problem Solvers: Prineville car salesman accused of scamming 13 customers facing 35 ID theft, forgery, other charges
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The owner of a Prineville car dealership, the focus of recent KTVZ Problem Solvers reports for allegedly scamming clients…
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Bend Elks to put on big fireworks show after Thursday night game at Vince Genna Stadium
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nothing says summer like baseball and fireworks, and the Bend Elks have both Thursday night. Around 9 p.m., the team will hold…
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A colorful, sparkling gift ‘for the city of Bend’: Sureshot Fireworks prepares fifth annual Pilot Butte display
The colorful, bombastic Pilot Butte Fireworks Show is just a day away, and Sure Shot Fireworks and fire officials are preparing for the big…
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Community Conversations: Play Now Kids helps children reconnect through play
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A new local program called Play Now Kids is helping Central Oregon children ages 8 to 12 recover from pandemic setbacks through…
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Think Wild Volunteer Day launches habitat restoration project in Prineville
Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife conservation nonprofit, invited community members to join a volunteer day on Thursday to help launch a new…
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Bend-La Pine Schools reminder: Fireworks are prohibited on all school campuses
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools said Thursday it would like to remind residents and visitors that the use of fireworks is not permitted on…
Continue ReadingRussia becomes first nation to recognize Taliban government of Afghanistan since 2021 takeover
By Max Saltman and Nina Subkhanberdina, CNN (CNN) — Russia has become the first nation to recognize the Taliban government of Afghanistan since…
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Deschutes County Planning Commission sets public hearing on proposed changes to outdoor lighting rules
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As part of its commitment to enhancing dark skies in the community, the Deschutes County Planning…
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Powell Butte community meeting planned with PacifiCorp on proposed transmission line
(Update: Adding video) POWELL BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Board of Commissioners have invited representatives from PacifiCorp to…
Continue ReadingConfusion over timing of a military flyover in March preceded a close call at Washington, D.C. area airport, NTSB finds
By Pete Muntean, Aaron Cooper, CNN Washington (CNN) — A change in timing of a military flyover at Arlington National Cemetery ended with four…
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George Takei is 88 years old and will never stop fighting for equality
CNN By Lisa Respers France and Audie Cornish, CNN (CNN) — George Takei has a very personal view about current US immigration enforcement…
Continue ReadingAmerican food trivia, four-day workweek, how much to exercise: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Sarah Hutter, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! The Fourth of July is officially upon us, and no country knows how to celebrate its birthday quite…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon has some safety tips to share with Bend Pet Parade participants
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — While tradition calls for fun at the 4th of July Pet Parade, precautions are necessary for pets and people. The Humane Society…
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Air and ground crews have 624-acre Grizzly Flat Fire SE of Madras 65% contained, evacuations lifted
Numerous firefighters on the ground and in the air stopped the spread of a new grass fire that burned about 500 acres southeast of Madras near the…
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