Central Oregon man recalls 9/11 experience, serving in the National Guard
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When it comes to remembering September 11th, many of us weren’t there on that fateful day, but our lives…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler discusses bus stop renovations, west-side low income housing, ADU’s impact on parking, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ). — From bus stop renovations, to west-side low income housing, to ADU impacts on street parking, to parking regulations, and to…
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‘Heartwarmers’ joined by First Interstate Bank volunteers for a day of gift-making
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Every September 10th, First Interstate Bank has a “volunteer day”, where bank staff are given time off to help out local…
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Downtown Redmond’s Carnaval Mexican Grill announces closure after 6 years in business
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A popular Mexican food restaurant in downtown Redmond announced it will be closing its doors. Carnaval Mexican Grill shared…
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World Suicide Prevention Day: NAMI Central Oregon offers hope and support
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Mental illness in the United States has been steadily increasing in recent years. According to the National Institute of Mental…
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City of Sisters at the forefront of ODOT Funding Bill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the Oregon House and Senate discuss and debate the ODOT funding bill in the special session, the sisters maintenance site has…
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Final day of testimony concludes in Samson Garner trial before closing arguments begin
The trial of Samson Garner neared its end on Wednesday as final witnesses were called. Garner is the man accused of planning a mass shooting at…
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NFL and College Football games airing this week on the networks of KTVZ
09/12 – College Football – FOX (KFXO-TV) 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. – Kansas State @ Arizona 09/13 – College Football – The CW (NTVZ-TV)1:00 p.m. – 1:30…
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Bend’s Education Center marks 100 years with centennial celebration
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Education Center is celebrating 100 years, and the community is invited to join the festivities. “It…
Continue Reading Where to watch the Oregon State vs. Oregon football game on September 20
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fans eager to watch the Oregon State vs. Oregon football game on September 20 will need to tune in to the Big Ten Network at…
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Firefighting crews continue mop-up efforts of Marks Creek Fire as Flash Flood Watch Issued in Central Oregon Fire Area
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Firefighting crews continued mop-up efforts around the perimeter of the fire throughout the day yesterday and overnight,…
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Deschutes County sees surge in Emergency Alert Registrations following Flat Fire
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Alerts program has seen a significant jump in new registrations following the…
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Prineville Honors 9/11 victims with memorial and flag display
PRINEVILLE, Ore. {KTVZ} – Volunteers in Prineville are preparing a powerful remembrance memorial to honor the victims of the September 11th…
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Prosecution cross-examines Samson Garner in trial over alleged Smith Rock mass shooting attempt
The trial of Samson Garner — the man accused of planning a mass shooting at Smith Rock in late 2023 — continued Tuesday at the Deschutes County…
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Apple’s big reveal, mapping the brain, MAHA strategy: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! First came a disastrous logo rollout that sparked intense backlash and sent the company’s stock…
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Local Woman Arrested in Alfalfa Puppy Mill Case; 49 Felony Counts of Animal Neglect Filed
ALFALFA, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 62-year-old woman was arrested Friday on 49 felony counts of second-degree animal neglect after Deschutes County…
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Oregon Department of Forestry says thousands of fires have sparked statewide so far this year
OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry shared an update on the state’s active wildland fires. Right now, two active large fires are…
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Mt. Bachelor announces lift upgrades, new passholder perks as it gears up for 2025-26 season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Snow sport enthusiasts–Mt. Bachelor has some exciting news! While winter may seem far away, the resort is gearing up for…
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Officials warn of high fire risk in Central Oregon despite recent rainfall
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fire risk remains high in Central Oregon despite recent rainfall. According to Central Oregon Fire Info, recent weather systems…
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Oregon Congressman Cliff Bentz hosts telephone town hall
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tonight Republican Representative Cliff Bentz held his first town hall since announcing last week that he will no longer be…
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