McDonald’s in Madras damaged by fire, cause under investigation
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Fire & EMS crews extinguished a structure fire at the McDonald’s restaurant in Madras Friday morning. No…
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$15.4M+ in December storm damages prompt Oregon governor’s plea for federal support
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek requested a major disaster declaration from President Donald Trump following severe storms in December that…
Continue Reading5 things to know for Feb. 20: Andrew’s arrest, Iran tensions, Plains megafire, Nancy Guthrie, Olympics
By Alexandra Banner, CNN Egg prices have been plummeting — which is great if you’re buying, though not so much if you’re selling. American…
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Climber found guilty of manslaughter after leaving girlfriend to die on Austria’s tallest mountain
By Stephanie Halasz, Billy Stockwell, CNN (CNN) — A man has been found guilty of grossly negligent manslaughter after leaving his girlfriend,…
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A visual guide to the evidence in the Nancy Guthrie investigation
By Chelsea Bailey, Way Mullery, CNN (CNN) — It’s been nearly three weeks since Nancy Guthrie vanished from her secluded Tucson, Arizona, home…
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Britain blocking use of air bases Trump says would be needed for strikes on Iran, UK media reports
By Brad Lendon, CNN (CNN) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has blocked a request from US President Donald Trump to allow US forces to use…
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One Class At a Time: Teaching craftsmanship and character in La Pine
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News and Mid Oregon Credit Union awarded a $2,000 grant to the manufacturing and forestry program at La Pine High School…
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Problem Solvers: Pacific Power invests tens of millions to boost Central Oregon grid amid record growth, need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pacific Power is investing tens of millions of dollars into Central Oregon’s electrical grid to support a population that has…
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6 close friends on a backcountry ski trip identified as among those killed in devastating avalanche
By Elizabeth Wolfe, Chris Boyette, Cindy Von Quednow, CNN (CNN) — A group of six mothers and wives, their lives linked by their great love of…
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OnPoint Community Credit Union seeks nominations for 17th annual Prize for Excellence in Education
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — OnPoint Community Credit Union is asking the public to nominate exceptional educators for its 17th annual Prize for…
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City of Bend is celebrating a century of water service, invites public to tap into fun, learning and exploration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend announced Thursday it’s launching an interactive campaign to celebrate its 100-year anniversary of providing…
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The US could strike Iran. Here’s how Tehran is getting prepared
By Mostafa Salem, Farida Elsebai, Gianluca Mezzofiore , CNN (CNN) — As the United States continues a significant military buildup in the Middle…
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Broadman, GOP colleague speak out against initiative that would criminalize fishing, hunting and trapping
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Senate co-chairs of the Oregon Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, Senator David Brock Smith (R-Port Orford) and Senator…
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Venezuela passed a law to free hundreds of political prisoners after US pressure. Here’s why some welcome it cautiously
By Alessandra Freitas, CNN Venezuelan lawmakers on Thursday passed new legislation that gives amnesty to hundreds of people who were prosecuted or…
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Fresh powder alert: Mt. Bachelor set to reopen Northwest Lift before a busy weekend of events; Hoodoo reopens
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor received 17 inches of snow in the past week, and more is on the way, just in time for a variety of special events…
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Oregon Senate advances Broadman bill to protect public lands from privatization
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Senate in a 17-11 vote Thursday advanced a Central Oregon lawmaker’s bill…
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King Charles distances himself from Andrew, but Britain’s royals face biggest crisis since death of Diana
By Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN London (CNN) — The statement from King Charles was swift, and stark. The authorities have “our full and…
Continue ReadingNew largest company, baby food fad, snowstorm scenarios: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Jordan D. Brown, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! A major snowstorm could hit the East Coast hard this weekend … or be nothing more than a minor…
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Bend man with knife tries to break into couple’s travel trailer, injures woman and assaults deputy during arrest
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man armed with a knife who repeatedly tried forcing way into a couple’s travel trailer off Highway 20 early Thursday…
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VA backs off rule that would have cut benefits amid outrage
By Brian Todd, CNN (CNN) — The Department of Veterans Affairs is halting enforcement of a new rule for determining disability payments after…
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