Injury single-vehicle crash slows traffic on Highway 20 near Sisters
(Update: Adding video) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A single-vehicle injury crash occurred Wednesday afternoon and slowed traffic on U.S. Highway 20 just…
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Governor Kotek signs gun bill that bans rapid-fire devices, clarifies where firearms can, can’t be carried
(Update: Video Added) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek hosted an event Tuesday commemorating the signing of Senate Bill 243, known as…
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More than 500 acres of pile burning begins soon near Grizzly Mountain on Crooked River National Grassland
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) –Fire managers on the Ochoco National Forest plan to begin prescribed pile burning in the PACE…
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Oregon’s wolves surge to historic high, but sparks new farm frustration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s wolf population is on the rise, reaching its highest numbers in years and fueling hope for species recovery among…
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Fluoride in drinking water does not negatively affect cognitive ability — and may actually provide benefit, study finds
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — The longstanding public health practice of adding fluoride to community drinking water is facing heavy…
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‘Member of fox community’ pays his regular visit to a yard on Bend’s Eastside
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A resident of Bend’s Eastside shared with KTVZ News Wednesday a security camera video of an early-morning visitor: a fox.…
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Federal officials unveil more charges against the former Olympic snowboarder accused of running international drug ring
By Hannah Rabinowitz, Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — Federal officials unveiled additional charges on Wednesday against a former Olympic snowboarder…
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Destination Rehab’s Rock Climbing for Parkinson’s Disease program reaches new heights in Bend
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Destination Rehab says it’s proud to announce the ongoing success of its innovative Rock Climbing for…
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Chilly morning, rain and wintry mix expected overnight and early Thursday
Bend, OR (KTVZ) -Yesterday’s stubborn cloud cover cleared overnight. With cloud cover gone, and cool, dry air sliding in, temperatures dropped…
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Fireworks ban and new traffic cameras on Redmond City Council agenda
REDMOND, Ore. {KTVZ} — Redmond City Council addressed two significant public safety issues Tuesday night during their regularly scheduled city…
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Pet Pics: Andi on a hike with a gorgeous view, & more
This week on pet pics there was no shortage of adorable photos to choose from. This one was absolutely stunning with a smiling pup in the foreground…
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Oregon sees surge in wolf attacks on livestock in Eastern Oregon
(Update: Adding video) MORROW COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon wildlife officials have confirmed a new series of wolf attacks on livestock in Eastern…
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Snow Report: Possible light snow Wednesday night
Not much good news on the mountains this week as there is very little chance for the mountains to see much snow. Light snow is possible Wednesday…
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Cold night ahead, wintry mix expected early Thursday
Bend, Ore (KTVZ). After a quiet and dry day today, there will be some changes on the horizon tomorrow. Currently we have mostly to partly cloudy…
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988 crisis line offers 24/7 mental health support in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the holiday season approaches, mental health leaders are emphasizing the availability of the 988 crisis line, which provides…
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Floating solar panels show promise, but new OSU-USGS study finds the environmental impacts vary by location
(Update: Adding video) CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Floating solar panels are emerging as a promising clean energy solution with environmental…
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Caldera High Principal Chris Boyd honored as Bend-La Pine Schools’ 2025 Administrator of the Year
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools presented its Administrator of the Year award Tuesday to Caldera High School…
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Crook County Road Department to dedicate a new flagpole and plaque honoring employees
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Road Department has announced the upcoming dedication marking the installation of…
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WATCH: River otter pays surprise visit to Central Oregon middle school
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A river otter made an unexpected visit to Crooked River Middle School in Central Oregon, wandering from a nearby river to…
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Sign of the season: Deschutes County road crews close gates on Cascade Lakes Highway, Paulina Lake Road for the winter
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Road Department crews closed the gates to the Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Road for the winter…
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