Deschutes County launches Clean Cart education program in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Solid Waste, in collaboration with The Recycling Partnership, City of Bend, Cascade Disposal and Republic…
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New app from ODF helps Oregon residents check local burn regulations and stay safe
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — May is Wildfire Awareness Month and the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) is urging residents to take extra precautions to…
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Oregon Senator Ron Wyden demands answers on rise in detention times for unaccompanied minors
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden has expanded a comprehensive investigation into the federal agency…
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There’s Good News: Project Happy Face returns to Bend Farmers Market with mobile dermatology clinic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s Good News today, and it has to do with being proactive. Right now, it’s Melanoma Awareness Month. Throughout May,…
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Decision 2026: Oregon voters urged to use drop boxes as mail-in ballot deadline nears
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is reminding voters that today marks the final recommended day to return ballots by mail…
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Increased patrols in Central Oregon as part of national seat belt blitz
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon law enforcement agencies are increasing patrols on local roadways. This initiative is part of the National…
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Decision 2026: GOP Candidates for Governor Focus on Educational Issues
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The hotly contested Oregon Republican gubernatorial race is heating up as candidates approach the May 19 primary. Education has…
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Proposed bridge over Deschutes River sparks debate in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The local advocacy group Connect Bend released an artist’s rendering of the possible crossing that would connect southern Bend…
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Culver School District appoints Kevin Dinning as Superintendent
CULVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Culver School District Board of Education appointed Kevin Dinning as Superintendent of Schools. Dinning is set to…
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Free swim program empowers Sisters students with life safety skills
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters Athletic Club recently completed its four-week third grade Learn to Swim program, providing essential swim…
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Central Library opens in Stevens Ranch, linking library expansion with Bend growth
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The new Bend Central Library opened on May 11th, at 61956 SE Santorini Street, establishing a major presence within the Stevens…
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Bend Fire & Rescue Trench Rescue Training
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire and Rescue conducted a unique training exercise this Tuesday: a simulated trench rescue. The training exercise took…
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Bend’s Stereo Planet collaborates with Smith Rock Records for grand reopening
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Stereo Planet, a Bend business for 45 years, is reopening its doors with a new collaboration in downtown Bend. The grand…
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Mountain View High School student wins state art contest, heads to regional competition
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Presley Abell, a student at Mountain View High School, has won the state-level “Celebrate the West” art competition. She is…
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Oregon gas prices soar to $5.32 a gallon, national average reaches $4.50
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gas prices are up in most states again this week, including Oregon, whose average rose four cents to $5.32 a gallon. The…
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Happening Now: Volunteers needed for park and trail projects through October
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Park and Recreation District is inviting community members to join its Natural Resources and Trails team with upcoming…
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Employers beware: Oregon OSHA scams on the rise
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division has alerted employers to two active scams targeting businesses, with…
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FINAL UPDATE: Pine Mountain Fire now 100% contained, estimated at 2,589 acres
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to Central Oregon Fire Info, the Pine Mountain Fire is now 100% contained at 2,589 acres as of Tuesday morning. The…
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Fire danger in Malheur National Forest increases with warmer weather
HINES, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening now, with increasing temperatures and lower fuel moisture, the Malheur National Forest will move from a low to a…
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Smith Rock eaglet “Phoenix” thriving at 24 days old
TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) — We have good news to share with you! A young bald eagle is drawing attention at Smith Rock State Park as it continues to…
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