Consumer confidence improves for the first time since November
By Bryan Mena, CNN Washington (CNN) — It’s been a little while since Americans had an inkling of optimism about the economy. Consumer…
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Crews tackle wildfire that has burned nearly 1,800 acres along John Day River north of Clarno
(Update: Adding video) CLARNO, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to more accurate mapping, the Butte Creek Fire that broke out over the weekend on the east side of…
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RFK Jr. says Covid-19 shot will no longer be recommended for healthy children and pregnant women
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Tuesday that the Covid-19 vaccine will no…
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Memorial Day at Bend’s VFW combines a piece of little-known history alongside military-themed comfort foodÂ
BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Following a number of Memorial Day ceremonies, many gathered at Post 1643, Veterans of Foreign Wars in Bend, on Monday, to…
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112 Bend veterans who lost their lives during combat, honored by Bend Heroes Foundation
BEND, ORE. (KTVZ) — Bend’s first observance of Memorial Day began at 7AM, as the Bend Heroes Foundation and volunteers honored Bend’s 112 war dead…
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After a historic opening, Mt. Bachelor closes shop for the ski season after a weekend filled with celebrations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Coming off of a historic ski season, hundreds packed Mt. Bachelor on Monday for its last day of the 6-month season, after a…
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Prineville commemorates Memorial Day with parade, followed by events to honor the fallen
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville’s annual Memorial Day Parade took place Monday morning to honor service members who…
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Summer pattern this week, isolated storms Wednesday, Yellow Alert Day
A large ridge of high pressure will be aiding in the warmth this week as the area my experience our first 90° day. Earlier this month we…
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Cascade Relays launches its Big Butte Challenge
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Cascade Relay’s Big Butte Challenge is back. Hikers have from Memorial Day weekend to October 1st to hike 10 local buttes. After…
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Honoring Our Heroes: A Memorial Day Tribute to All Who Served
As the sun rises on this Memorial Day, we pause not only to enjoy a long weekend but to reflect on the profound meaning behind this solemn occasion.…
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Fire Restrictions begin June 1st on county owned land
BEND, Ore. –(KTVZ)– With summer almost here and the weather getting warmer the need for caution dealing with fires is growing. As such. fire…
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Pet Pals: Lela a very energetic and loving kitty needs to find a forever home
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For this week’s Pet Pals, the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought us in Lela. She loves families, kids, and is a fur ball…
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House Bill prohibiting cell phone use in schools fails in Senate
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — House Bill 2251, better known as the ‘Cell Phone Bill’, was hotly debated amongst citizens before it…
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New changes to Oregon’s bottle bill could have big impacts on Bend’s central district
(Update: Adding video, comments from business owners) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Oregon State Legislature approved updates to the state’s 1971 bottle…
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Community Conversation: Turning bare rooms into hope
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In this weeks Community Conversation we sit down with Bend non-profit Furnish Hope as it transforms empty spaces into warm,…
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Update: U.S. 97 reopens following deadly crash north of La Pine
(Update: Adding video) UPDATE: Oregon State Police have released new information on Friday’s crash, including the names of the people involved. Below…
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Track traffic conditions and travel times with ODOT’s TripCheck
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Memorial Day weekend kicks off the unofficial start of summer, Central Oregon residents and visitors are urged to plan ahead…
Continue Reading Honor and Remember: Share Your Photos of Veterans This Memorial Day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor the men and women who have served our country — from those who made the ultimate…
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Bend man found guilty of assaulting Yellowstone National Park employee
CANYON VILLAGE, Wyo. (KTVZ) – 67-year-old Bend resident David Tyler Regnier was convicted by a federal jury on May 21st for assaulting a federal…
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Volunteers work to protect native pollinators with new hummingbird garden
(update: adding new video, comments from PPB president) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend’s Orchard Park has now planted a hummingbird habitat thanks to the…
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