Democratic states sue Trump administration over new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
By Casey Gannon, CNN (CNN) — A coalition of blue states is suing the Trump administration over its fee of $100,000 for H-1B Visas, several…
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UPDATE: Missing, endangered Warm Springs woman found safe; U.S. marshals hunting for fugitive companion
A Warm Springs woman reported missing and endangered a week ago was found safe and in good condition on the reservation Friday morning, authorities…
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18-year-old Bend resident arrested after brandishing BB gun during road rage incident
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An 18-year-old Bend man, identified as Alex Rojo, was arrested on suspicion of unlawful use of a weapon following a road rage…
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Historic preservation group sues over Trump’s White House ballroom plans
By Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — The nation’s top historic preservation group is suing the Trump administration to block construction of…
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The Bureau of Land Management continues successful prescribed burn season, contributes to resilience of lands
(Update: Video Added) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management says it is continuing a very successful prescribed burns season, with…
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One of the best meteor showers of the year will peak this weekend
By Gina Park, CNN (CNN) — Avid sky-gazers spend all year anticipating the peak of the annual Geminid meteor shower. Now, it’s finally here.…
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More atmospheric rivers coming for flooded Washington and the West Coast
By Meteorologist Mary Gilbert, Alaa Elassar, CNN (CNN) — Rain has finally come to an end in flooded Washington and the Pacific Northwest, but…
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US lottery jackpots used to never reach $1 billion. They’ve done it 12 times in the last 5 years
By Toni Odejimi, CNN (CNN) — Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing went without a jackpot winner, pushing the top prize to an estimated $1…
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No snow, less dough: When fewer visitors come, Bend businesses say locals make a big difference
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For businesses, no snow means less dough in a town dependent on tourism and outdoor recreation. A late start to the ski season…
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Half of Oregonians don’t answer jury duty call or ask to be excused; new task force aims to ease barriers to serving
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — National surveys show that most Americans think juries are important, but about one in four Oregonians didn’t respond when…
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Records fall, but not snow: Warm weeks stall start of Central Oregon’s ski season; feds declare ‘snow drought’
Record-high temperatures are keeping Mt. Bachelor from opening as planned, leaving the slopes bare well into December and raising questions about…
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Bynum cites Flat Fire, introduces bill targeting recreational drones hampering firefighting efforts
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum (OR-05) and fellow Reps. Eli Crane (AZ-02), Joe Neguse (CO-02), and Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) introduced…
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Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver names ReStore Upcycle Challenge winners; online auction underway
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver said Thursday it’s excited to unveil the winners of the 2025 ReStore Upcycle…
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AAA Expects Sleigh-busting Crowds on the Move this Holiday Season
More than 122 million Americans including 1.7 million Oregonians ready to dash away PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA projects 122.4 million Americans (36% of…
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Oregon whooping cough cases hit record; pertussis vaccination, safety measures urged to protect babies
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pertussis cases in Oregon have reached an all-time high, the Oregon Health Authority said Wednesday, prompting state…
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25th annual Shop with a Cop’s final tally: Nearly 100 kids teamed up with 79 officers to choose gifts for families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday that it’s proud to celebrate the success of the recent, 25th annual Shop…
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Critical mineral: BLM approves lithium exploration drill sites in southeast Oregon’s Malheur County
VALE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management said Thursday it recently approved the expansion of lithium exploration activities in southern…
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Fences for Fido leads delivery of 20,000 pounds of donated pet food for Warm Springs families
(Update: Video Added) WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — As families on the Warm Springs Reservation prepare for the winter months and the holiday season,…
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Redmond High alum Mitch Dahlen to run Oregon State offense
CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Central Oregon native is coming home to help lead the Beavers’ offense. Redmond native Mitch Dahlen has been named…
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House cleaner, two others arrested in burglary of NW Bend home caught on camera; pair of raids recover loot
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A house cleaner and two other Bend residents have been arrested on burglary and theft charges, accused of stealing about $1,200…
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