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Trump’s attempt to revamp elections with proof of citizenship requirement challenged in court

March 31, 2025 5:55 pm CNN Newsource

By Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — Democratic groups and non-partisan organizations separately sued Monday over an executive order targeting…

Springtime brings major preparation for Hayden Homes Amphitheater ahead of busy summer concert season

March 31, 2025 5:34 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Hayden Homes Amphitheater is preparing for one of the busiest times of the year: summer concert season. This year touts nearly 50…

Smith Rock rescues Deschutes County SAR Foundation

Deschutes County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue assists injured, lost Smith Rock hikers in separate incidents

March 31, 2025 5:21 pm Barney Lerten

(Update: Adding video) TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies and Search and Rescue volunteers responded to help an…

State crews, Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office helping Burns, Harney County deal with the worst flooding in decades

March 31, 2025 11:59 am Barney Lerten

(Update: Adding photos, video) BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) – The state of Oregon and Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office are among agencies rushing to help…

Redmond residents invited to vote in 2025 People’s Choice Art Contest

March 31, 2025 3:50 pm Barney Lerten

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Commission for Art in Public Places invites residents to vote for their favorite sculpture in the 2025 People’s…

RootedHomes opens lottery for Rooted at 19th affordable Net Zero homes in Redmond

March 31, 2025 2:25 pm Barney Lerten

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — RootedHomes is excited to announce the opening of the Rooted at 19th housing lottery. This unique opportunity allows…

Analysis finds growing health care, biotech sectors are critical for Bend’s economy over the next 20 years

March 31, 2025 12:38 pm Barney Lerten

A new analysis conducted for the city of Bend shows planning for growth in sectors like health care and biotech-related fields will be critical in…

American flags fly outside a car dealership in Alhambra

Looming car tariffs have some Americans rushing to dealerships to avoid sticker shock

March 30, 2025 11:33 am CNN Newsource

By Auzinea Bacon, CNN (CNN) — Auto dealerships across the United States could see a jump in customer traffic this week as cost-conscious buyers…

President Donald Trump seen here on the South Lawn of the White House promoted April 2 as “Liberation Day” in America

Trump is now planning a splashy ‘Liberation Day’ announcement. What he’ll say is still up in the air

March 31, 2025 11:57 am CNN Newsource

By David Goldman and Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — For weeks, President Donald Trump has promoted April 2 as “Liberation Day” in America, when…

Dangerous line of storms targets nearly entire Eastern Seaboard after killing at least 7 in central US

March 31, 2025 1:23 am CNN Newsource

By Matthew Rehbein, Hanna Park and CNN Meteorologists Mary Gilbert and Gene Norman (CNN) — A dangerous, wide-reaching storm is threatening tens…

PacifiCorp involved in bills in Oregon, other western states to limit utility wildfire liability, damages

March 31, 2025 10:49 am Barney Lerten

The Oregon Legislature is expected to advance two bills this week that could provide electric utilities with a financial safety net and some level of…

One night only: Comedian, former Daily Show host Trevor Noah plans special performance in Bend

March 31, 2025 10:26 am Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Trevor Noah, the Emmy-winning comedian and former host of The Daily Show, has announced a special performance in Bend this…

University of Oregon and United Academics reach tentative agreement, averting strike

March 31, 2025 9:45 am KTVZ

EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — In a late-night negotiation between the University of Oregon and its faculty union, United Academics, a tentative agreement…

U.S. soldiers stand near military vehicles parked at a training range in Pabrade

Bodies of three out of four US soldiers whose vehicle was submerged in Lithuania are recovered

March 31, 2025 7:36 am CNN Newsource

By Haley Britzky and Natasha Bertrand, CNN (CNN) — The bodies of three of the four US soldiers who were reported missing after their vehicle…

BLM seeking public comment for Southeastern Oregon lithium-drilling project

March 31, 2025 3:03 am Kelsey Merison

Update: Adding video VALE, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Monday, March 31st, the public comment period for a lithium-drilling project in Vale, Oregon (Malheur…

Governor Tina Kotek has issued an emergency declaration for Harney County due to severe flooding

March 30, 2025 1:30 am Tracee Tuesday

BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Flooding in Harney County has prompted Governor Tina Kotek to declare an emergency for the area. Evacuation notices have been…

Band of Brothers honors Vietnam veterans with special ceremony and pins

March 28, 2025 8:01 pm Tyson Beauchemin

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Vietnam Veterans Day approaches, the Band of Brothers held a special ceremony in Redmond on Friday to honor those who…

Humane Society of Central Oregon Responds to Urgent Dog Surrender Bend, OR (March 27, 2025) – In a major coordinated effort with the Klamath County Sheriff’s Department and Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control, the Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO) is currently addressing the surrender of over 30 dogs from a property south of La Pine. The dogs, ranging from young puppies to senior dogs, are suffering from various health issues, including malnourishment, significant injuries, and chronic disease. This urgent circumstance has put a strain on the resources of the shelter, which is at full capacity for dogs. With an ongoing effort to care for and manage this large intake of dogs, HSCO is calling for community support: Adoptions: Visit the shelter to adopt one of our currently available dogs, helping free up resources for incoming animals. All available animals are listed at hsco.org/adopt. Fostering: We are in need of short-term foster care for young and senior dogs. Donations: Many of the animals will need ongoing medical treatment and long-term care requiring significant funding. Secure donations can be made directly at hsco.org/donate. Executive Director’s Statement: Amber Kostoff, Executive Director of HSCO, says, "Right now, our top priority is giving these animals the medical care they urgently need. We’re calling on our community for help: adopt, foster, or donate. Your support will help ensure these animals get the care they need.” About the Dogs and Care Efforts: The surrendered animals are receiving comprehensive medical assessments and treatments from HSCO’s veterinary team. The dogs will become available as they are medically cleared and have been spayed or neutered. When the dogs become available for adoption, they will be listed on HSCO’s website: hsco.org.

La Pine-area woman facing 69 animal neglect charges; 18 of the surrendered dogs brought to HSCO in Bend

March 28, 2025 11:09 am Barney Lerten, Harley Coldiron

A woman was cited on 69 counts of first-degree animal neglect after surrendering dozens of dogs from her property south of La Pine, Klamath County…

South Deschutes County man arrested on charges of posing as a minor online to receive explicit images of girls

March 28, 2025 1:48 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A 51-year-old south Deschutes County resident has been arrested and indicted on nine felony counts of encouraging child sex…

‘Theater is exploding in Central Oregon’: Ovation Performing Arts in Bend is expanding

March 28, 2025 10:34 am Jillian Fortner

Ovation Performing Arts in Bend is…