Report of active shooter at Villanova University a ‘cruel hoax,’ university president says
By Cindy Von Quednow, Michael Callahan, CNN (CNN) — A “cruel hoax” sent Villanova University students sheltering into place on the first…
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LOCAL ALERT WEATHER DAY: Extreme Heat is forecasted for Central Oregon, Here’s how you can prepare
SALEM, Ore. — The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for several regions across Oregon beginning the morning of Friday,…
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New salon opens in growing Discovery Corner neighborhood in northwest Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Anna Salon had its grand opening Wednesday night in Discovery Corner, featuring refreshments and a raffle with local businesses…
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Erik Menendez denied parole after yearslong fight for release. His brother has yet to receive a decision
CNN By Elizabeth Wolfe, Matthew Friedman, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — A California parole board has denied parole for Erik Menendez, who was…
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The Humane Society of the Ochocos is helping “Clear the Shelters” of long time residents and new
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Since 2015, NBC Universal’s nationwide pet adoption initiative, Clear The Shelters, has helped nearly 1.2 million pets find…
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Maury Mountains Rescue: Crook County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue locates missing woman
A missing Oregon woman has been safely located and reunited with family after being reported missing in the Maury Mountains last…
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As temperatures heat up again, Central Oregon officials say recent rain did little to ease wildfire danger
UPDATE: Adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Recent rain showers across Central Oregon have provided short-term relief, but fuels remain dry and the…
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Rep. Cliff Bentz plans Sept. 8 ‘Tele-Town Hall’ for Central Oregon constituents
UPDATE: Adding video WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-2nd District, announced Wednesday that he will be hosting a Tele-Town Hall on…
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Ask the Mayor: Redmond’s Ed Fitch responds to traffic concerns and canyon questions
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From traffic on Highway 97 to mowing dry brush in the canyon, Mayor Ed Fitch answers viewer-submitted questions for this…
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Medford woman pleads guilty, sentenced to 10 years for fatal DUII crash that took the life of a well-known Bend chef
MEDFORD, Ore. (KTVZ)– A Medford woman arrested after a DUII crash in Medford last fall that took the life of a well-known, long-time Bend chef,…
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Prosecution, defense paint differing views as trial begins of Smith Rock mass shooting plot suspect Samson Garner
The attempted murder trial of a Portland man accused of plotting a mass shooting at a Smith Rock climbing event in 2023 began Wednesday with a…
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What’s next in the battle over redistricting as the Texas House passes new GOP maps
By Ben Kamisar The Republican-controlled state House in Texas has passed new congressional maps that aim to pad the party’s majority in…
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‘Times are harder now’: La Pine Community Kitchen hosting Labor Day food drive to address drop in donations
(update: Adding video, adding comments from kitchen guests, kitchen manager) LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) – La Pine Community Kitchen is calling on the…
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UPDATE: Missing Deschutes County man found safe in Portland area
Hours after seeking the public’s help, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said in an update that a missing man, 34-year-old Michael Gifford,…
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30 Oregon school districts selected to receive literacy funding boost
OREGON (KTVZ) — 30 school districts across Oregon have been selected to receive a funding boost, all in the name of literacy. The Oregon Department…
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Prineville man dies at Lake Billy Chinook after trying to retrieve disabled friend and their drifting boat
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office said 56-year-old Vaughn Alan Waugaman of Prineville died Monday evening while…
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Hundreds of items just got a lot more expensive to import into the US because of Trump’s tariffs
By Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN (CNN) — Hundreds of different goods just got a lot more expensive to import into the United States, now that…
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Pursuit of speeding, reckless driver who hit patrol car, missed several other vehicles ends in Bend man’s arrest
(Update: DCSO clarifies some details of events) SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — A pursuit of a reckless driver that began in Bend ended in Sunriver Tuesday…
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Jury seated in trial of Samson Garner, accused of planning 2023 mass shooting at Smith Rock
UPDATE: On Tuesday, a jury was seated in the Samson Garner trial. A jury of 7 men and 8 women were seated. Twelve jurors were sworn in on Tuesday…
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Feline overload: More than 100 cats are up for adoption at the Humane Society of the Ochocos
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A recent large-scale cat rescue has left nearly 100 cats up for adoption in Prineville. The Humane Society of the Ochocos…
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