‘It’s vital’: Cascades East Transit launches fund to provide bus passes for financially burdened individuals
Cascades East Transit is rolling out two new programs to strengthen community connection across Central…
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Warm Springs Tribes awarded $1 million state grant for Tribal housing solar and battery storage
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Warm Springs Power and Water Enterprises and the Warm Springs Housing Authority have been awarded a $1 million state…
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Turning Point USA adds Club America chapter in Deschutes County
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the wake of Turning Point USA’s founder Charlie Kirk’s assassination last September, Turning Point and Club America…
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Bend’s Eddie Bauer Outlet store set to close amid reports operator will file for bankruptcy, shut all U.S. stores
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Eddie Bauer Outlet at Bend Factory Stores will close amid several news and industry reports that the outdoor apparel…
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Oregon Health Authority offers tips to stay safe and healthy during Super Bowl LX celebrations
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Super Bowl LX is on Sunday, and that means a lot of people will be gathering to watch the game, root for their favorite…
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‘Deceptive practice’: Hayden Homes Amphitheater backs Oregon bill to ban speculative ticketing
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill to ban resellers or people affiliated with…
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‘Don’t take the bait!’: Latest text message scams target ODOT, DMV; here’s what to watch out for
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new year brings another set of phishing text messages making the rounds from scammers falsely claiming to be from ODOT and…
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Stocks hit historic milestone as Dow crosses 50,000 points for first time ever
By John Towfighi, CNN New York (CNN) — The Dow just hit 50,000 points for the first time ever. The blue-chip index on Friday surged 1,207…
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Reducing the risk: City of Redmond to start wildfire mitigation work in Dry Canyon Park
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Redmond said Friday it will begin wildfire mitigation work in Dry Canyon Park next week, calling it a proactive…
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‘A safe place’: The Juniper House, a sober living home for women in Bend, prepares to open
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new Central Oregon sober living home for women is preparing for its first residents. Since 2020, New Each Morning has acted as…
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Making a Difference: Every Child Central Oregon urges you to give back to local foster children
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our 21 Cares…
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Flight delays and cancellations hit Redmond airport due to low visibility
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Several arriving and departing flights have been diverted or cancelled on Thursday. According to several airlines , at the time…
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Free tax preparation help available for seniors across Oregon through AARP’s Tax-Aide
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Older Oregonians can get expert help filing their taxes at no cost this tax season through AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, the…
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Three local organizations among Oregon 250 grant recipients to mark America’s special birthday
Portland, OR — The America 250 Oregon Commission, in partnership with Oregon Heritage and the Oregon Historical Society, has announced the…
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Oregon agricultural community gathers at Jefferson County Farm Fair
Madras, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Madras Fairgrounds hosted the 46th Annual Farm Fair today. The event brings together agricultural professionals for a…
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Deschutes County seeks new Planning Commission member from Redmond/Terrebonne area
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County has invited residents in the Redmond/Terrebonne community to apply for a vacant position on the county’s…
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Oregon woman to prepare Olympic curling ice in Milan for Winter Games
PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW) — An Oregon woman who began curling seven years ago after watching the Winter Olympics has been selected to help create the…
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There’s Good News: Middle schoolers provide academic support at Buff Elementary
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — National Junior Honor Society students from JCMS recently volunteered in kindergarten through second-grade classrooms at Buff…
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Federal judge blocks immigration agents from making warrantless arrests in Oregon
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A federal judge issued a ruling Wednesday blocking federal immigration agents from…
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Bend, Redmond mayors join Gov. Kotek in letter calling for immediate halt to federal immigration enforcement actions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek and more than 30 Oregon mayors sent a letter Thursday to the Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem and President…
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