LGBTQ youth suicide hotline to close
Lauren Bly EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– On Tuesday, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) announced its ending the…
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Five years later, a fuels reduction project in Crooked River Ranch passed the test posed by the Alder Springs Fire
CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — One of the key reasons firefighters were able to stop the spread of the fast-moving Alder Springs Fire this week…
Continue ReadingOregon Senator Jeff Merkley says Congress should decide whether U.S. gets involved in Israel-Iran conflict
WASHINGTON (KTVZ/CNN) — Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley discussed the latest Middle East developments Thursday with CNN’s Jake Tapper. As President…
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Three Sisters Irrigation District finishes final piping project, a major milestone in Whychus Creek restoration
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The final section of canal piping in the Three Sisters Irrigation District has been completed, marking a major milestone in…
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Crooked River Ranch residents feel anxious optimism as Alder Springs Fire is tamed, evacuation levels drop
According to Central Oregon Fire Management, crews made substantial progress Wednesday on the more than 3,200-acre Alder Springs Fire near Crooked…
Continue ReadingCongresswoman Bynum wants answers from ICE, amid reports of targeted raids in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As reports from nonprofits swirl about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Central Oregon, Rep. Janelle…
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Problem Solvers: How Redmond Airport’s team is handling expansion, safety and security
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Zachary Bass has served as the director of Redmond Airport for nine years, a job that feels like…
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Butler Market & Wells Acres Roundabout and Key Route Project Update
This project will deliver a long-desired improvement to the Butler Market and Wells Acres intersection safety and efficiency, and…
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Drones have become an increasingly useful tool to help fight blazes like the Alder Springs Fire
CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters have a relatively new and increasingly useful tool – drones – to use in various ways to help fight…
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First Pitch Forecast: Drifters and Elks finish up the series tonight
There may be some light rain falling at the game, but most of the rain will not make it to the ground. And the clouds will keep us on the cool…
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Oregon DHS distributing free emergency kits, batteries to eligible seniors and people with disabilities
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Older adults and people with disabilities who qualify for assistance can request free emergency kits and batteries to stay…
Continue Reading‘American Nightmare’ kidnapper Matthew Muller pleads guilty to 1993 kidnapping, sexual assault
By Brandon Downs Click here for updates on this story California (KOVR) — “American Nightmare” kidnapper…
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Five Bend-La Pine School Board members take oath of office
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Five community members elected in May to serve on the Board of Directors for Bend-La Pine Schools took the oath of office…
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New Deschutes County 2025-26 budget preps for five-member board, building youth mental health care facility
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners has unanimously adopted the budget for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY 26), following a series…
Continue ReadingLiving in fear in Iran, Dodger Stadium dispute, marijuana risks: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine and Sarah Hutter, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! That extra fee for a plastic shopping bag at the grocery store is actually making a…
Continue ReadingLiving in fear in Iran, Dodger Stadium dispute, marijuana risks: Catch up on the day’s stories
CNN By Daniel Wine and Sarah Hutter, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! That extra fee for a plastic shopping bag at the grocery store is actually…
Continue ReadingPark Picks: Smith Rock is a must-see in Central Oregon
(Update: Adding video) Smith Rock is known worldwide as a rock climbing destination, but you don’t need ropes or chalk to enjoy it. The 650-acre…
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Bend Chamber names Sara Odendahl as interim CEO
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Bend Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Sara Odendahl as the Interim CEO. Sara is the Chamber’s Director of…
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Assistance League of Bend, Every Child Central Oregon partner to provide emergency clothing to children in foster care
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Assistance League of Bend is proud to partner with Every Child Central Oregon to provide Emergency Clothing Bundles to…
Continue ReadingUtah ‘No Kings’ protest: What we know about the fatal shooting
By Chris Boyette, Holly Yan, CNN (CNN) — Newly released video appears to show the man arrested on suspicion of murder for the death of an…
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