Oregon lawmakers have approved major housing investments; here’s the funding details
SALEM, Ore. — The 2025 Oregon Legislative Session concluded on June 27, delivering significant investments in the state’s housing and…
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PLAN AHEAD: Officials offer public safety reminders ahead of Redmond’s FairWell Festival
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The annual FairWell Festival is returning to the Deschutes County Fairgrounds Friday and Saturday, bringing in thousands of…
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Salt Lake City-based Breeze Airways to begin flights from Redmond to Burbank, Las Vegas and Utah next spring
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Just days after Avelo Airlines announced it would be leaving Redmond Airport, another airline, Breeze Airways, announced…
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OSU-Cascades launching a degree in accountancy this fall to address a statewide shortage of accountants
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University–Cascades announced this week it will offer a new bachelor’s degree in accountancy this fall to…
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Willamette National Forest to implement fire restrictions, including Three Sisters and Mt. Jefferson wilderness areas
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) — As hot, dry temperatures continue, the Willamette National Forest will implement fire restrictions starting Friday,…
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Idaho judge lifts gag order in Bryan Kohberger case ahead of sentencing in student killings
By Lauren del Valle, CNN (CNN) — A state district judge in Idaho lifted the gag order that largely obscured the case of Bryan Kohberger, who…
Continue ReadingAsk the Mayor: From new city developments to drone light shows in 2026, Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch answers viewer questions
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From traffic intersections to new business developments, park programs, drone shows. Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch bring us the…
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Senate sends Trump’s DOGE cuts package to the House as deadline to pass it closes in
CNN, FOX, X, HOUSE TV, SENATE TV By Morgan Rimmer, Sarah Ferris and Ted Barrett, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump is one step closer to…
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$10 million state funding boost advances CORE3, Redmond’s regional disaster response, training hub
The Oregon Legislature has approved $10 million to help advance the long-planned CORE3 training and response center in…
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Red Cross evacuation shelter in Madras empty for a second day as Cram Fire evacuations continue to expand
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ)– Despite the size of the Cram fire the Red Cross tells KTVZ news no one has used their shelter in Madras for the last 2 days.…
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Crews contain apparent vehicle fire which broke out off Highway 97 in north Bend near the homeless encampment ‘Dirt World’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire has contained a fire that broke out at 2:35 PM in north Bend off Highway 97, near the homeless encampment known as…
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Pets and smoke: How to keep your furry friend safe with poor air quality
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, smoke and air quality concerns are top of mind for many Central Oregonians. It’s important to remember to limit…
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DEQ issues air quality advisory for Jefferson, Klamath counties due to wildfire smoke; rest of local area also affected
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory for Wednesday for Klamath and Jefferson…
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LOCAL WEATHER ALERT DAY: Cram Fire continues to grow as smoky pattern remains as the region heats up heading into the weekend
Bend, OR (KTVZ). The Cram Fire continues to generate significant smoke to the region as the footprint grows. This fire is now the largest…
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Oregon lost 6,400 jobs over the past two months; June unemployment rate edges up to 4.9%
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment declined by 4,300 jobs in June, following a revised loss of 2,100…
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Isabella Warren reports live on KTVZ+ from Cram Fire’s fire camp
ASHWOOD, Ore. (KTVZ) — Isabella Warren gave us the latest updates on the fast-growing Cram Fire during a KTVZ+ livestream Wednesday afternoon from…
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Highland Fire in Juniper Canyon SE of Prineville now 75% contained as crews continue mop-up efforts
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Highland Fire burning in the Juniper Canyon area southeast of Prineville is now 75% contained and remains at 719…
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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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