This Just In: Idaho climber missing on Mt. Jefferson
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jared John Empey, a 37-year-old climber from Kuna, Idaho, is missing after falling on Mount Jefferson last Friday. Recovery…
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Jefferson County Fair offers new attractions, sheriff’s trading cards
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Jefferson County Fair is currently underway, offering classic fair attractions and entertainment despite ongoing wildfires…
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Balloons Over Bend lifts off with morning launches, Night Glow events this weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The annual “Balloons Over Bend” event is taking place this weekend in Central Oregon, offering morning balloon flights and…
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Decision 2026: Petition to ban hunting and fishing in Oregon fails to make November ballot
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office, IP-28 – also known as Initiative Petition 28, failed to gather enough…
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Deschutes County Search and Rescue crews rescue two hikers in back-to-back missions
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue volunteers responded to two back-to-back missions this week,…
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Gov. Tina Kotek’s addresses the latest on the Akawa Butte Fire
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek visited Central Oregon Friday to tour the Akawa Butte Fire, announcing federal approval for a Fire Management…
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Oregon health officials investigate local cyclical outbreaks during lettuce recall
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is investigating two Oregon residents who developed Cyclospora infections. These cases are…
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Oregon Governor Tina Kotek in Central Oregon as Akawa Butte Fire Becomes Nation’s Top Wildfire Priority
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Akawa Butte Fire has been designated as the nation’s top priority wildfire, ensuring additional resources are available for…
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Blood drive honors fallen Redmond firefighter-paramedic Michael Kienzle
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members rolled up their sleeves Friday to honor the life and legacy of Redmond firefighter-paramedic Michael…
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Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs urges vigilance following reported ICE activity
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Tribal Government of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs is monitoring a recent U.S. Immigration and Customs…
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Community briefing planned for tonight for Prineville fires
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Local officials and partner agencies are scheduled to hold a community briefing on the Prineville fires at 6:00 p.m. at…
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“It affects you the same way as it does them.” Sister’s residents react to latest information on Akawa Fire
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the Akawa Butte Fire continues burning areas near Sisters, Residents gathered at Sisters High School to hear from fire…
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Sisters businesses offer help to firefighters and evacuees
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The community of Sisters is rallying to support firefighters and residents affected by nearby fires. Local businesses Lucky’s…
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FIRE ALERT: US 97 Closed in Jefferson County due to Wildfire
UPDATE: ODOT has closed US 97 northeast of Madras due to the Ten Mile Fire JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — A civil authority issued a fire warning…
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Sisters Athletic Club offers free services to Akawa Butte Fire evacuees and firefighters
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sisters Athletic Club opened its facilities today to offer free showers and Wi-Fi access to evacuees and firefighters…
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Redmond High main building closed for school year after asbestos disturbance
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The main academic building at Redmond High School will close for the 2026-27 school year after construction activities…
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Deschutes County Home Lost in Akawa Butte Fire, Sheriff says
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has informed KTVZ News, a home in the Stevens Canyon area north of Sisters has been…
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Problem Solvers: DIY air purifiers offer affordable relief amid Central Oregon smoke from ongoing wildfires
(Update: adding EPA instructions) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As wildfire smoke continues to affect Central Oregon, many commercial air purifiers have sold…
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Central Oregon fairgrounds provide refuge for livestock during wildfire evacuations
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — As wildfire evacuation orders continue to be issued across Central Oregon, it’s not just people who need a safe place…
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Wyden, Merkley Demand Enhanced Wildfire Prevention and Response Assistance from Trump Administration
Bend ORE. (KTVZ) — After KTVZ reached out to the offices of Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley regarding the wildfires burning across Central…
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