Bend Police Department Seeks Community Members for Advisory Council
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Bend Police Department is now accepting applications for the Police Chief’s Advisory Council…
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Mt. Bachelor Opens for Summer Activities, Kicking Off Season with Live Music, BBQ, and Scenic Views
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor is officially open for summer activities today, June 26, with clear blue skies setting the…
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Oregon Fire Marshals stage defensible space demonstration to promote wildfire preparedness
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – On Wednesday, Oregon State fire marshals Partnered with the Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) to conducted a…
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Prineville city officials were blindsided with news that one of their biggest employers, Owens Corning, would be closing its doorsÂ
PRINEVILLE, Ore. [KTVZ] — One of the biggest employers in Prineville is shutting down—without giving city leaders a heads-up – leaving 184…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, June 26th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, June 26th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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The stable pattern continues with warm temperatures
We’ll close out the work week with temperatures a few degrees above normal. Normal for this time of year is in the mid to upper 70s, and we’ll…
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Junior Forecaster: June is the month for June, who enjoys the great outdoors
Our Junior Forecaster has the name of June, so it was only fitting to have her help John Carroll out with the forecast in the month of June. She…
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Owens Corning shutting down Prineville plant; all 184 workers to be laid-off starting in late August
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Owens Corning is closing its Prineville manufacturing facility in Central Oregon, marking a significant reduction in its local…
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Preparations are in full swing for the 80th Crooked River Roundup
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds are pouring into the cowboy capital of Oregon for this years Crooked River Roundup. The…
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‘Heartbroken’: Parents raise concerns over HDESD cuts affecting children with disabilities
(Update: Adding video, adding comments from parents, HDESD statement) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Parents, caregivers, and teachers are urging the High…
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County Commissioners to discuss “Potential Sheriff Transition” following van der Kamp resignation
(Update: Adding video, comments from county commissioners) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Deschutes County Commissioners will now decide Deschutes County’s…
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Fast-moving grass fire sparks in Redmond, named Canyon Fire
UPDATE: Per Watch Duty: Additional units are being called-off from the scene. REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A fast-moving vegetation fire has been reported…
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Bentz’s Bill Seeks Federal Land Transfer to The Dalles for Water Supply Expansion
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Congressman Cliff Bentz’s (R-OR) legislation aimed at transferring 150 acres of U.S. Forest Service land to the City of The…
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Bentz Opposes Large-Scale Federal Land Sales, Cites Need for Local Input and Proper Management
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Congressman Cliff Bentz (R-OR) expressed his opposition this week to proposals that would mandate the sale or disposal of…
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Street Paving Work in the City of Bend Kicks off June 30
As part of the City’s annual street preservation program, contractors will begin paving some busy streets around the community starting June 30 and…
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Summer pattern over the region with above normal temperatures
Starting out sunny most days ahead with some cloud cover returning to the area in the afternoon. Our general flow of air is defined as a west to east…
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CVS to Acquire Three Rite Aid Locations in Central Oregon, Transitioning to CVS Pharmacies
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — CVS Health announced plans to acquire and operate three Rite Aid locations in Central Oregon, located at 1900 NE 3rd Street in…
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Temperatures stay warm into the weekend, hot temperatures just around the corner
For the remainder of the work week, temperatures will drop a couple degrees each day, but are expected to remain above normal. Highs today will be…
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Sen. Anthony Broadman proposes tax on all nicotine pouches to fund wildfire effortsÂ
BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Oregon Senator Anthony Broadman has introduced a bold amendment aimed at better funding the state’s wildfire prevention…
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Bend Police Chief Clarifies Role Amid Immigration Enforcement Concerns, Misinformation on Social Media
(Update: Adding video & comment from Police Chief Krantz) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – KTVZ News spoke to Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz on Wednesday…
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