Update: All Evacuation Orders Dropped in Deschutes County following Vegetation Fire
Update: All evacuation orders have been dropped. Update: Evacuation orders have been downgraded to Level 1 – BE READY Forward progress has been…
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Governor declares state of emergency as wildfires threaten Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has declared a state of emergency across Oregon due to the imminent threat of wildfire, a move that…
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Fire sprinklers contain blaze at Bend apartment complex
Bend Fire & Rescue responded to a fire in a third-floor apartment at the Stonebriar Apartment Complex in Bend before 1 p.m. The building’s fire…
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City officials talk of legacy and future goals after Prineville Mayor Jason Beebe resigns
(Update: adding comments from Prineville City Manager) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville Mayor Jason Beebe has announced his immediate…
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Redmond to accept applications for final retail marijuana dispensary
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond will begin accepting applications for its final retail marijuana dispensary on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.…
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Oregon Governor declares state of emergency due to wildfire threat
OREGON (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency for Oregon today, citing an imminent threat of wildfire. This executive order…
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Burns Fire Department receives funding for summer staffing boost
BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Burns Fire Department has been awarded funding from the Oregon State Fire Marshal Staffing Grant for 2026. The agency says…
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Petition filed to increase transparency and control over data centers in La Pine
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — An initiative petition has been filed in La Pine, Ore., to establish noise and lighting standards for data centers operating…
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Redmond traffic cameras begin issuing tickets, drawing mixed reaction from residents
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drivers in Redmond are now being ticketed by traffic cameras, as the city’s automated photo enforcement program moves into…
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Rattlesnake Aversion Training for dogs returns to Central Oregon for another successful season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dogs and their owners gathered on the outskirts of Bend this week for an annual training aimed at helping dogs avoid…
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Arrest made in Bend after robbery and assaults at two locations
UPDATE: Bend Police have provided an update concerning this case adding that the incident did not happen at the Express Eco Laundromat. BEND, Ore.…
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Trader Joe’s to Expand in Bend, Adding Second Location
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News has confirmed Trader Joe’s is looking to expand in Bend, adding a second location in the former Joanne Fabric and…
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5 things to know for June 16: G7 summit, primaries, test flight tragedy, southern floods, Trump rally
CNN By Alexandra Banner, CNN The James Beard Awards are among the highest honors a chef can receive, often turning acclaimed restaurants into…
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Avoid parking woes: CET’s summer shuttles to outdoor destinations are back
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit (CET) has reinstated its summer recreation shuttle services, offering convenient access to Central…
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Oregon prepares for busy fire season with statewide restrictions
OREGON (KTVZ) — As of June 15th, all Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) districts have entered fire season, implementing fire restrictions across…
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HDCM Spotlight Chamber Players conclude season with free concert
The High Desert Chamber Music (HDCM) Spotlight Chamber Players will present their final performance of the season on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at…
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Oregon gas prices continue to drop, averaging $4.96 per gallon
OREGON (KTVZ) — Good news for Oregon drivers—gas prices are continuing to fall. According to GasBuddy, the average price for a gallon of regular…
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Prineville Man Dies Following Motorcycle Crash, Deputies Say
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A motorcyclist was involved in a deadly crash on Saturday along Ochoco Ranger Station Road. According to the Crook County…
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Deal reached between the United States and Iran, Trump says
By: Dennis Romero and Chantal Da Silva LONDON & NEW YORK (NBC News) — An agreement has been reached between the United States and Iran,…
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Deschutes Co. Deputies Rescue Three Dogs from Locked Vehicle, Animal Neglect Charges Pending
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is reminding pet owners not to leave their animals in locked vehicles, especially as…
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