BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council announced Tuesday that it’s been selected as one of 25 Community Host organizations for the 2026 Weaver Awards, a national initiative of Weave: The Social Fabric Project at the Aspen Institute. The Weaver Awards are part of a collection of activities designed to celebrate and support weavers—everyday neighbors who are building
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hey kids! It’s time to “ready, set, skate!” for FREE with Camp Fire Central Oregon on Sunday at The Pavilion in Bend. The nonprofit youth development organization is inviting the whole community to its annual Absolutely Incredible Kid Day (aka #KidDay) celebration—three action-packed hours of *FREE ice skating for the first
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A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for portions of Deschutes and Jefferson Counties, but only for locations above 5000 feet. The mountain passes will be impacted by the snow as 5 – 7″ of snow may fall on Highway 20 (Santiam Pass) and points north. Highway 22 and 26 will be impacted by more
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A robust system is coming to the Cascades, mostly north, but Bachelor and Willamette Pass will still get snow. The system will generate gusty winds so there may be some issues with safety Wednesday as gusts may inhibit lift operations. Check with the resort you wish to enjoy for hours of operation and restrictions. Stay
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(Update: adding video, comments from students, dean of OSU-Cascades, and local lawmakers) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Years of growth are continuing here in Central Oregon, as OSU-Cascades is taking another major step to support student wellness and campus life. The Oregon Legislature has approved $42 million for a new Student Health and Recreation Center, giving students access to
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By Natasha Bertrand (CNN) — Iran has begun laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s most important energy chokepoint that carries about one-fifth of all crude oil, according to two people familiar with US intelligence reporting on the issue. The mining is not extensive yet, with a few dozen having been laid in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend is moving forward on a transformative infrastructure project designed to eliminate frustrating railroad crossings on Reed Market Road. The Reed Market Bridge will lift vehicles, bikes, and pedestrians over the tracks, delivering safer, faster east-west travel through southeast Bend. Project Background Reed Market Road serves as a key arterial south
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Anyone who drives knows all too well the local impacts of crude oil prices that have skyrocketed following the strikes on Iran by the U.S. and Israel, and the stalling of tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Add in the normal seasonal factors are also putting upward pressure on pump
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By Gloria Pazmino, John Miller, CNN (CNN) — A device found in the area around Carl Shurz Park in upper Manhattan, near Gracie Mansion, has been determined to be non-threatening, the New York Police Department said. A New York City Parks Department worker flagged the item earlier on Tuesday, a law enforcement official briefed on
Continue Reading There will be periods of snow in the Cascades this week, with heavier totals expected farther north at resorts like Timberline and Mt. Hood Meadows. Snow amounts will be lighter farther south. Mt. Bachelor picked up a trace overnight and could see a couple more inches over the next few days. There are Winter Weather
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, March 10th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.com.
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Pacific Power will host an online discussion today, March 10, 2026, at 1 p.m. to address wildfire safety and preparedness. The webinar will focus on steps taken to protect the electrical grid and ensure customer safety during the upcoming wildfire season. The meeting will provide details on the company’s comprehensive wildfire mitigation plan and current
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon will see mostly dry and chilly conditions Tuesday, with afternoon highs in the upper 30s to 40s under partly to mostly cloudy skies. A Winter Weather Advisory begins at 11am today for the east slopes of the Cascades and lasts until 5pm Wednesday. Snow is expected above 4,500 feet,
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — RootedHomes recently announced that it has opened applications for Rooted at Antler, a permanently affordable, net-zero homeownership community at 1699 West Antler Avenue in Redmond. The Antler Campus is the second RootedHomes community in Redmond. Recognizing the need for both affordable and mid-market housing in Central Oregon, RootedHomes said it has developed this community for families
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Republican gubernatorial candidate Chris Dudley held a campaign stop in Sisters on Monday to present his platform to local voters. The event focused on three primary pillars of his campaign: education, the economy and livability. The campaign stop attracted community members of all ages who gathered to hear the candidate’s message
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today, KTVZ news learned Desiree Johnson, the truck driver charged in the crash that took the life of Elise Adair Farrens from La Pine, was arraigned in Klamath County court today. She was recently extradited from Florida where authorities found her, a year after a nationwide warrant was issued for her
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By Jessie Yeung, Issy Ronald, Kara Fox, CNN (CNN) — As strikes continue across the Middle East for a second week, the Trump administration has given conflicting messages about how long the war will last, while Iran signals it’s prepared for a long fight. The humanitarian toll is mounting, with hundreds of thousands of residents
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Terranaut Beer, a northeast Bend brewery that opened less than two years ago, has been named one of USA Today’s 10Best “Best New Breweries” in the United States, putting Central Oregon’s newest taproom on a national stage. The recognition comes through USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, which highlight standout new
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The American Red Cross is urging donors to help the national blood supply recover following a severe shortage in February and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. Donors of all blood types remain critical to keeping momentum up and the blood supply steady headed into
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Health Authority is urging riders to take safety precautions when using e-scooters and e-bicycles, as new data show a sharp increase in serious injuries associated with these “micromobility,” or motorized devices. An analysis by OHA’s Injury and Violence Prevention Program, using Oregon hospital and emergency department discharge data, shows that e-scooter-related injuries more than doubled between
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