There’s Good News: A beaver birthday celebration at the Oregon Zoo!
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Zoo’s favorite “branch manager” celebrated a milestone this week, turning 15 years old. Despite his age,…
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Worst spring drought on record grips US, fueling wildfires and water worries
By Meteorologist Chris Dolce, CNN (CNN) — Drought in the continental United States has expanded to its record-highest level for spring, and…
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Justice Department reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug
By Hannah Rabinowitz, Steve Contorno, Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed an order Thursday reclassifying…
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Stocks are at record highs and shrugging off the war with Iran
By John Towfighi, CNN New York (CNN) — Brent crude has climbed back above $100 per barrel and the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for the…
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Warm Springs artist Lillian Pitt’s pin chosen for America’s 250th birthday time capsule, to be opened in 2276
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On July 4, 2026, America250 will bury the Semiquincentennial Time Capsule in Independence National Historical Park in…
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Deschutes County commissioners send William Bailey’s firing appeal to advisory arbitrator, will decide his fate later
Deschutes County commissioners voted 3-0 Wednesday to send a grievance filed by former Sheriff’s Captain William Bailey over his firing to an…
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Some Oregon students are getting years more in school than their peers, depending on district, study finds
By the time they graduate from high school, some Oregon students have spent the equivalent of three years more at schools than their peers in other…
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Oregon governor signs housing bills addressing affordability, urban growth boundaries
Six new Oregon housing laws aim to make it easier for cities and developers to build housing and prioritize affordable housing for families and older…
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US Navy Secretary Phelan fired as naval blockade of Iran continues
By Haley Britzky, Zachary Cohen, Kristen Holmes, Natasha Bertrand, Kaitlan Collins, CNN (CNN) — Secretary of the Navy John Phelan was ousted…
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Bend police: teens accused of targeting people with airsoft guns at Old Mill District
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend police say several teenagers are facing consequences after an alleged incident involving airsoft-style weapons in one of…
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Decision 2026: Meet the two Republicans vying to flip Oregon’s 5th Congressional District
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. — Republican voters in Oregon’s 5th Congressional District will choose between a longtime…
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COCC invites public to ribbon-cutting ceremony for expanded Madras campus
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College is inviting the public to its official ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for its Madras…
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City of Bend’s new ‘home-hardening’ rules to reduce wildfire threat will take effect May 15
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend will enact “home-hardening” requirements on May 15 for new homes, to improve their resiliency in the face of…
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Better Together Central Oregon announces transition to operational independence
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Better Together Central Oregon, a nonprofit focused on connecting communities and advancing opportunities for children, youth…
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Oregon Lightning face Albany Firebirds in home opener
REDMOND, Ore. – The Oregon Lightning will host the defending Arena Football One champions, the Albany Firebirds, this Saturday, April 25, 2026, for…
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Cascades East Transit to boost bus service frequency in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit will increase bus service frequency and improve connections across Bend beginning May 4, 2026. The transit…
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Dispose of unwanted prescriptions at Bend Police DEA Drug Takeback
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening this weekend, the Bend Police Department will host a DEA Drug Takeback event. The department says it’s to give…
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Lake Billy Chinook to host Oregon marine law enforcement training
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, Lake Billy Chinook is about to get very busy. The Oregon State Marine Board will conduct its annual…
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COLD CASE SOLVED: 20-year sentence for man in 1983 Oregon manslaughter
GRANTS PASS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for a 1983 cold case in Oregon. The state justice departments says…
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Are you missing a pig? Crook County Sheriff’s Office asks for public’s help reuniting lost swine with owner
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville readers, are you missing a pig? The Crook County Sheriff’s Office posted this to their facebook page on…
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