ODOT faces layoffs, massive cuts after Oregon transportation bill fails
By Ward Jolles for KPTV SALEM Ore. (KPTV) – After the Oregon Legislature ended its session Friday without passing a major transportation bill, the…
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What we know about Wess Roley, the 20-year-old suspect in the Idaho fire shooting
By Yahya Abou-Ghazala, Bob Ortega, Casey Tolan, Danya Gainor, CNN Coeur d’Alene, Idaho (CNN) — The man who police believe killed two…
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Redmond Airport secures $8.38 million federal grant for terminal expansion project
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – “Rural airports are a critical part of keeping our communities connected and making travel accessible to everyone,”…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum hosts Redmond town hall as part of her ‘Give ’Em Hell Tour’
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum stopped in Central Oregon this morning for a public town hall at Ridgeview High School, part of her…
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Drug teams arrest two on suspicion of possessing and selling cocaine, in long-term surveillance operation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Drug Enforcement Team (CODE) and the Central Oregon Emergency Response Team (CERT) arrested two Central…
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Ziplining, mountain biking, and scenic chairlift rides draw summer visitors to Mt. Bachelor
(update: adding comments from Mt. Bachelor, Visit Bend, and visitors) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Although the ski season has come to end, visitors are…
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Eyewear retailer ‘Warby Parker’ is set to open in the Old Mill on July 5th, replacing half of the former Victoria Secret building
BEND, Ore. — National eyewear retailer Warby Parker is officially opening its doors in Bend’s Old Mill District on Saturday, July 5, and will…
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BLM to hold July 2025 geothermal lease sale in Oregon
VALE, Ore. —The Bureau of Land Management will hold a competitive geothermal lease sale on July 10, 2025, in Malheur County. The auction will offer…
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America’s Best Towns to Visit in 2025
CNN Travel (CNN) — America’s most interesting towns bring together the best of a beautiful country. Surrounded by stunning landscapes, packed…
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Kids’ Calf Scramble brings the fun at the Crooked River Roundup
PRINEVILLE, Ore. — KTVZ sponsored a crowd-favorite event at the 80th Crooked River Roundup: the high-energy Calf Scramble. During intermission,…
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Democrat Transportation Package dead, Central Oregon legislators still find success this session
(Update: Adding video, comments from Anthony Broadman) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Local legislators are reflecting on their time on the Oregon House and…
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Deschutes County Seeks Applicants for Interim Sheriff Role as Van der Kamp Resigns
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp set to resign at the end of July, the county’s Board of Commissioners has…
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Forward progress stopped and most evacuation notices dropped, as a wildfire near La Pine is quickly contained
(Update: Adding video, Adding fire footprint map) LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriffs office dropped the Level 1 evacuation notices…
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4th of July fireworks in Redmond could look different if ban is approved
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to the ongoing weather conditions that are prime for vegetation and wildfires, Redmond’s City Council will be holding a…
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Nike says tariffs will cost it $1 billion before price increases, supply chain shifts
By: Gabrielle Fonrouge (CNBC) (CNBC) — Nike on Thursday said it expects sales and profit declines to moderate ahead, after the sneaker giant took…
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Family Night at the Crooked River Roundup Rodeo
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s a big week in Prineville as crowds roll in for the 80th Crooked River Roundup to celebrate…
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Reward offered for return of Idaho teens feared abducted by FLDS
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — An up to $5,000 reward is now being offered for information leading to the safe return of two missing Idaho teens,…
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Congresswoman Bynum to hold town hall in Redmond on Saturday, June 28th
(Update: Adding video) Washington, DC – On Saturday, June 28th at 11:00AM PT, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum…
Continue ReadingBend Police Department Seeks Community Members for Advisory Council
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Bend Police Department is now accepting applications for the Police Chief’s Advisory Council…
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Mt. Bachelor Opens for Summer Activities, Kicking Off Season with Live Music, BBQ, and Scenic Views
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor is officially open for summer activities today, June 26, with clear blue skies setting the…
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