Electric mobility grants to boost Central Oregon transportation access
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Several Central Oregon organizations are among more than a dozen across the state receiving e-mobility grants aimed at…
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Grace and Hammer expands in Redmond with live music, menu updates under new ownership
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Grace and Hammer restaurant in Redmond is expanding its offerings in its fourth month under new ownership. The establishment,…
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Actor who played Dwight on ‘The Office’ promotes religious freedom on Capitol Hill
Editor’s Note: Rainn Wilson is also a Central Oregon resident and was evacuated during the 2025 Flat Fire. By:Ashley Murray-June 9, 2026 WASHINGTON…
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Crook county residents gain free, year-round mattress recycling drop-off site
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today, residents of Prineville and Crook County gained a new, permanent, no-cost option to recycle unwanted mattresses and…
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Over 74,000 ponderosa pine seedlings planted in Ochoco National Forest
PRINEVILLE, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) and the Ochoco National Forest have completed a pioneering reforestation project in the…
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Projected Social Security benefits cliff creeps up to 2032
By: Jennifer Shutt WASHINGTON — Congress must act to shore up Social Security during the next six years to avoid an automatic drop-off in benefits…
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Sisters Rodeo kicks off 86th year of “Biggest Little Show in the World”
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 86th Annual Sisters Rodeo kicks off Wednesday, bringing one of Central Oregon’s most iconic traditions back to life.…
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US inflation tops 4% for first time in three years as oil prices jump
This story was originally published by CNN. Click here for live updates. (CNN) — Annual inflation rose to a three-year-high of 4.2% in May,…
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President Trump argues lawsuit seeking to halt White House UFC fight was brought too late
WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNN) — Right now, the Trump Administration is urging a federal judge to reject a bid to stop an upcoming UFC fight at the White…
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Cascades East Transit and Bend schools partner for free student bus passes this summer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Cascades East Transit and Bend-La Pine Schools are partnering to provide free summer bus passes to all current students. These…
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Bend-La Pine School District launches free summer meal program for kids ages 1 to 18
(Update: Summer lunch program offers La Pine students the option to take their lunch to-go) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When the school year ends,…
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Deschutes County nonprofits receive $135K in Cow Creek foundation grants
(KTVZ) — Some Central Oregon nonprofits are getting a funding boost from the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation, which awarded $606,815 today to 87…
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‘Live Well, Age Well’ expo connects Bend seniors with resources, health services and activities
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The “Live Well, Age Well” senior resource fair was held today at The Pavilion in Bend. The event offered free information and…
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Run, play, rescue: Heroes on the Run returns with 7th annual Bend event benefiting Street Dog Hero
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 7th Annual Heroes on the Run event, presented by Subaru of Bend, will take place on Sunday, June 14, in Bend’s Old Mill…
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First Responders Rush to Rollover Accident in Bend; No injuries reported
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police along with Bend Fire and Rescue responded to a rollover crash on NE 3rd Street and NE Marshall Avenue around noon…
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There’s Good News: Bend Firefighters Rescue Dog from Rocky Cliff in Must-See Video
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire and Rescue posted a video on their social media platforms that is gaining a lot of attention. In the video, two…
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Water supply crisis in Tumalo leaves residents high and dry
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Tumalo resident says his irrigation water has been completely shut off, despite having deeded water rights, as drought…
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Deadline approaching for Oregon Homeowner Assistance Fund applications
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) will close the Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) program to new applications at 8…
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Urgent call for blood and platelet donors in the region: Here’s where you can donate in Central Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The American Red Cross is facing an urgent need for blood and platelet donors across the region, calling on people to…
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Drone rescues two US crew members after Apache helicopter went down
This story was originally published by CNN. Click here for live updates. (CNN) — A US uncrewed drone boat “found and rescued” two crew…
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