Klamath Falls man pleads guilty to selling illegal explosives
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Klamath Falls man pleaded guilty on Monday to illegally distributing explosive devices, an announcement made by U.S.…
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Bend rallies for “Truth, Equality & Freedom” on June 27
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — 50501 Central Oregon will join communities across the country on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for “All of U.S. 250: Truth,…
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Limited access to Pilot Butte first week of July
Community members will have limited access to Pilot Butte State Park in Bend from July 1-5 as preparations are made for the July 4th public fireworks…
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Sen. Wyden investigates Trump-linked firm’s Venezuela investments
BEND, ORE. (KTVZ) — Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., the Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member, launched an inquiry today into Yorkville International…
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Bend’s ‘Stars and Stripes’ event to kick off holiday weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Discovery West will host a free “Stars and Stripes” event on Friday, July 3, from 8 to 10 p.m. in Bend, Ore., celebrating the…
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One Class at a Time: Civil Air Patrol Cadet program receives grant
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Civil Air Patrol Cadet program recently received a $1,000 grant from Mid Oregon Credit Union and KTVZ’s “One Class at a…
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Redmond community to honor fallen firefighter/paramedic Michael Kienzle
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Fire & Rescue has announced details for the memorial service honoring Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Kienzle. The…
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Trump cancels housing bill signing, leaving Central Oregon with questions
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — President Donald Trump’s last-minute decision to cancel the planned signing of a bipartisan housing bill is putting new…
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Redmond woman accused of killing mother appears in court as case prepares to proceed
(Update: adding information from June 24th’s hearing) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Redmond woman accused of killing her mother last summer was back before…
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‘We Just Want Justice’: Parents of Newlyweds Killed in Highway 20 Crash Oppose Deportation of Truck Driver Before Trial
Family blasts California’s program that issues CDL licenses to undocumented immigrants. BROTHERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — For Elizabeth Carter, sleep has…
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Josephine and Wasco counties face severe drought conditions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency in Josephine and Wasco counties through Executive Order 26-11. This…
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Bend Summer Criterium Series returns for five-week cycling event
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Summer Criterium Series, presented by McGlone Property Group-EXP Realty, is returning for a five-week series. The…
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Klamath Falls man killed on Highway 97 while rescuing dog
CRESCENT, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Klamath Falls man was killed Monday night on Highway 97 after stepping into traffic while trying to retrieve a dog that…
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Backcountry Offroad Expo brings off-road community together in Sisters
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Backcountry Offroad Expo is coming to Sisters High School August 1-2. The expo takes place August 1 & 2 and brings…
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Gas prices continue to drop ahead of Independence Day, but still near record highs
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Pump prices continue to decline this week and have steadily decreased since May 22. But uncertainty remains regarding the…
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UPDATE: Lordina Maxwell Ordered to Serve 10 Days in Jail, Four Years Probation Following Animal Neglect Case
UPDATE: Lordina Maxwell was sentenced in a Deschutes County Courtroom earlier this month. According to online court records, Maxwell will serve 10…
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Update: Multiple Pieces of Heavy Equipment Catch Fire at Deschutes Co. Landfill
UPDATE: KTVZ News received this press release from Bend Fire and Rescue BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — About 6:40 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, Bend Fire & Rescue…
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BPRD continues nonlethal approach to goose control
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BEND, Ore. — Bend’s long-running goose management program is drawing renewed attention as the Bend Park and Recreation…
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First air traffic control tower at Bend Airport nears start of operations
(Update: adding video, comments from Bend Airport manager) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Municipal Airport is nearing a major safety milestone as its…
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Brenda Fahey to take helm as Madras city administrator
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Brenda Fahey has been named the new city administrator for Madras, following a months-long search. The Madras City Council…
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