Liquids rule could be the next airport security screening change, DHS Secretary suggests
By Marnie Hunter, CNN (CNN) — The liquid rule for carry-on bags could be the next airport security measure to be overhauled. Kristi Noem,…
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Governor Kotek declares state of emergency for the rest of 2025 due to imminent threat of wildfire
Declaration allows responders to use all necessary and appropriate resources of the state to support wildfire response. SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) –…
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Wildfire smoke and your health: Best practices to stay safe outdoors and indoors
BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Where there’s smoke, there’s probably fire! In fact, Central Oregon has one of the most intense wildfire seasons, and it’s not…
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Smoky skies across Central Oregon: What you need to know to stay safe
As wildfires continue to burn across Central Oregon, many of you are seeing hazy skies and smoky air. KTVZ News wanted to know why some towns are hit…
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Wahlburgers will be making its Oregon debut at this year’s Deschutes County Fair and Rodeo
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wahlburgers is coming to the 105th Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo this summer, July 30 through Aug. 3. This marks…
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Amid hot, dry weather, the Deschutes National Forest is expanding public use fire restrictions to wilderness areas
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to continued hot and dry conditions, as well as increased fire starts, the Deschutes National Forest said Tuesday it will…
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Isabella Warren gives us a LIVE update on KTVZ+ from the lines of the fast-growing Cram Fire
ASHWOOD, Ore. (KTVZ) — The firefight intensified Tuesday as the fast-growing Cram Fire prompted Highway 97’s closure and expanded evacuation alerts…
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The Portland Fire officially return next year. Here’s everything we know about the WNBA team
(Update: Adding video) By: Anthony Macuk (KGW), Alex JensenPORTLAND, Ore. — The biggest burning question about Portland’s WNBA team got an answer…
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Quiet week at the pumps as summer travel hits high gear; Bend’s average gas price drops a nickel a gallon
(Update: Adding video) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s the heart of the summer driving season, but gas prices are showing little movement, AAA…
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Bend area has experienced 14 recent power outages due to Pacific Power’s ‘enhanced safety settings’ to curb wildfire risk
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pacific Power’s Bend service area has experienced 14 outages since early May due to the use of “enhanced safety settings,” which…
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Containment grows on Crook County’s Highland Fire, evacuation levels reduced to levels 1 and 2
As of Tuesday morning, containment of the Highland Fire in Crook County is now at 55%. All evacuation levels have been reduced to a level 1 or…
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A fire engulfed a Massachusetts assisted-living facility, killing 10 people. Here’s what we know
By Hanna Park, Andy Rose and Zoe Sottile (CNN) — Elderly residents – some in wheelchairs and some dependent on oxygen tanks – were blinded…
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Crook County community dedication helping to support unwavering firefighting efforts in Highland Fire
Containment is growing on the Highland Fire near Prineville, and so is the gratitude — from firefighters working long hours on the front lines to…
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Problem Solvers: La Pine-area man accused of striking dog with shovel pleads for other 2 dogs’ return; plea entry delayed
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A La Pine-area man accused of striking his dog repeatedly with a shovel this spring was back in court Monday, still representing…
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Supreme Court allows Trump to proceed with mass firings at Education Department
CNN By Devan Cole, John Fritze and Sunlen Serfaty, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court on Monday said President Donald Trump may proceed with his…
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Starting in August, Avelo Airlines will begin to leave Redmond Aiport, with last flight scheduled for December 2nd
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Avelo Airlines is closing its base in Burbank and will eventually cease services at the Redmond Airport, as it expands…
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Trump announces novel plan to send weapons to Ukraine and gives Russia new deadline to make peace
CNN By Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump on Monday laid out a pair of steps intended to pressure Russia to end its war in…
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Death toll rises to 10 in devastating Massachusetts assisted living facility fire
By Andy Rose and Zoe Sottile (CNN) — Ten people have died after a Massachusetts assisted living facility caught fire Sunday night, making…
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Americans could pay more for these items from Mexico and the EU if Trump makes good on his latest tariff threats
By Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump expanded his tariff threats over the weekend, calling for 30% levies on two of…
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Small plane crashes after takeoff from Sisters Eagle Airport, catches fire; all 3 people aboard escape serious injury
A small plane crashed just after takeoff from the Sisters Eagle Airport late Sunday morning, but all three people aboard were able to climb out a…
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