There’s Good News: Madras students plant more than 1,000 mangroves in Costa Rica
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Madras High School students participated in a significant mangrove restoration project in Costa Rica. On a recent conservation…
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Crook County adopts new public records policy, advancing transparency initiatives
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (PRINEVILLE REVIEW) — The Crook County Board of Commissioners has approved a new public records policy, marking the second major…
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Bend Police: Two Teenagers Arrested, Accused of Assault and Unlawful use of a Weapon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two 14-year olds were arrested on Sunday. According to Bend Police, the teenagers are facing charges including second-degree…
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Deschutes County seeks public input for 2026 natural hazards plan update
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) to gather public…
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Mt. Bachelor’s summer operations begin with expanded terrain and activities
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin summer operations on Thursday, June 25. The opening will feature the most expansive…
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Problem Solvers: From silence to support, local contractors offer help after roofing business fallout
(Update: adding comments from contractors) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After KTVZ’s Problem Solvers reported on a Central Oregon homeowner who said he…
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Bend Fire and Rescue Responds to Two Incidents, Firefighters Concerned with Fire Danger
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire & Rescue crews responded to two separate fires, with a structure fire reported west of Bend on Highway 20 near…
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Fire restrictions in effect for BLM lands in Oregon and Washington
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Statewide fire restrictions are now in effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands across Oregon and Washington Many…
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Jonathan Moore named music director of Central Oregon Symphony
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jonathan Moore has been appointed Music Director and Conductor of the Central Oregon Symphony. Moore will also serve as Music…
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Bend-La Pine Schools health centers open throughout the summer for students
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools school-based health centers are offering access all summer long for students. Bend Senior High…
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Oregon gas prices continue to drop, still 79 cents higher than this time last year
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon drivers are getting some relief at the pump this week. According to GasBuddy, the average price of gasoline in Oregon…
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Classic cars, planes, and bikes draw hundreds to Prineville Airport event
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of people gathered at Prineville Airport for the 2026 Wings and Wheels event, which showcased nearly 70 diverse…
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Cascade Cycling Classic brings cyclists and community together in downtown Bend
(Update: adding video, comments from race director) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend streets closed to traffic Sunday as cyclists took over for the…
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Medical emergency suspected in Prineville creek death
A man found dead in Ochoco Creek on Saturday morning likely died from a medical emergency, according to Prineville…
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After 33 Years Serving La Pine, Assistant Fire Chief Dan Daugherty Retires
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dan Daugherty, assistant fire chief for La Pine Fire District, has retired after 33 years dedicated to the community. Joyce…
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Oregon Lightning and Bend FC partner for youth football camps in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Lightning and Bend FC have partnered to launch a new series of youth football development camps in Bend, Ore. The…
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The ‘earthquake gate’ stopping a San Andreas disaster is under its highest stress in 1,000 years
By Kasha Patel, CNN (CNN) — It’s like a scene from a Hollywood movie: A major earthquake along the San Andreas fault ripples through Los…
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Gas Leak Closes Bend Street After Construction Crew Strikes Natural Gas Line
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A natural gas leak prompted road closures and shelter-in-place precautions in a southwest Bend neighborhood Thursday afternoon…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Oregon 126 Open Between Redmond and Sisters Following Crash
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News has learned OR 126 has reopened, however the crash reported earlier is still being reported. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — ODOT…
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FIFA World Cup: How to Watch USA Vs. Australia
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially underway, Team USA will participate in their second match on Friday at Seattle Stadium.…
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