(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — We are just a handful of days away from the beginning of the 2026 legislative short session. As lawmakers prep their bags and finalize the details they take one last opportunity to speak face to face with their constituents. On Sunday, Representatives Emerson Levy and Jason Kropf as well
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By Curt Devine, Thomas Bordeaux, Isabelle Chapman, Casey Tolan, Yahya Abou-Ghazala, CNN (CNN) — Just minutes before his fatal encounter with federal immigration agents on Saturday, Alex Pretti was confronted on a Minneapolis street by an officer who was later on the scene of his shooting, video analyzed by CNN shows. That video, combined with
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In the last 24 hours, Hoodoo Ski Area received a fresh inch of snow — increasing their base to 19″. Others have retained their base and continue to groom the slopes, allowing for solid runs.
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According to the National Weather Service: .TONIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid to upper 20s. Lightwind..MONDAY…Cloudy in the morning, becoming partly sunny. Highs inthe mid to upper 40s. Light wind..MONDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid to upper 20s.Light wind..TUESDAY…Mostly cloudy. Highs in the 40s. Light wind..TUESDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 20s to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Avalanches are not only dangerous, but they can be life-threatening. That’s why ski resorts take the utmost precautions to ensure guest safety. Part of that protection comes from adorable — and intelligent — dogs. Meet Shasta. She is a 5-year-old golden retriever and one of several avalanche dogs at Mount Bachelor.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local pack of Cub Scouts held their annual Pinewood Derby on Saturday. The Pinewood Derby is a classic Scouting event that goes back decades, and this year was no different. Held at Audi of Bend, the Cub Scouts got to be a part of the annual tradition. One parent of
Continue Reading No new snow to report, but decent mountain coverage remains. Most terrain that’s been open remains accessible with some areas seeing sunshine for spring-like afternoons on the slopes.
Continue Reading According to the National Weather Service: .TONIGHT…Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 20s. Light wind. .SUNDAY…Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower to mid 30s. Light wind. .SUNDAY NIGHT…Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid to upper 20s. Light wind. .MONDAY…Mostly cloudy. Highs in the mid to upper 40s. Light wind. .MONDAY NIGHT…Partly cloudy. Lows in the
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Saturday will see highs in the low to middle 30s with partly to mostly sunny skies and light winds. Although the foggy pattern is taking a break, this will give the sun a chance to provide some melting of the soft ice on our trees and fences. Sunday will be misty in a few pockets
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Four $2,500 scholarship opportunities are available to seniors from Redmond High School and Crook County High School who are interested in pursuing higher education in psychology, behavioral health, addiction studies, psychiatry, social work, and related fields. Students are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. The top student applicants from Redmond High and Crook County High School will be selected. The application submission deadline
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Today was the First Annual Career Day held at High Desert Middle School. The goal of the day was to have a variety of professionals provide information essential to help the students choose specific career paths they may want to follow in the future. From all walks of life, the students learned from firefighters, engineers,
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ)– Diné Elder Lupita McClanahan from the Navajo Nation will share her profound journey of preserving Indigenous culture and living in harmony with nature at The Museum at Warm Springs on Feb. 3rd. Raised in secrecy to avoid boarding schools, Lupita’s life story offers invaluable lessons on bridging traditional Diné practices with
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A garage fire early Friday caused significant damage to a home in the Starwood subdivision off Tumalo Road, according to Bend Fire and Rescue. The cause is linked to an electrical fault called a “floating neutral”, and the smoke alarms did not go off. No one was injured after a child
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center released a new update on Mama Eva. She’s the Cane Corso dog we told you about in our Problem Solvers Report. She was first spotted wandering near Billy Chinook and is believed to have traveled nearly 40 miles before ending up near Smith Rock. After being safely captured, she
Continue Reading The nasty snowy day at lower elevations is not what is going on across the Cascades. Once you get above 5500 feet, expect to see sunshine and mild temperatures. Here is the view from the Nordic Center today, Friday as well as mid-mountain.
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ)— The persistent pattern of freezing fog has yet to change. There thought was that the high-pressure ridge was breaking down and that would de-couple the trapped fog in the region. That has not occurred yet, and in fact, there has been snow falling lightly through the morning. Roads are slick and visibility
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After sharing Central Oregon’s stories, KTVZ’s Lynsey Harris is saying goodbye to the newsroom and the community she has come to call home. Harris is leaving KTVZ News as she prepares for a move to California, where she will be closer to her family. Her departure marks the end of a
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ)– Influenza season officially began in Central Oregon as of January 2026, with a significant increase in flu cases attributed to recent holiday gatherings. Recent data indicates that flu positivity rates in Central Oregon have surged to 22.7%, mirroring trends observed during the 2024-2025 season when cases peaked at 28% in early January.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Hospital has made notable changes in regards to patient care and safety after a sentinel event in March of 2025. The hospital is now in compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) standards for patient care and safety. Some of the notable improvements include: Increased collaboration
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(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the Deschutes County Road Department, speed limits will soon be reduced on several County roadways in an attempt to enhance safety and accommodate the needs of all road users. New speed limits will be posted on the following roads: Old Bend-Redmond Highway: From U.S. 20 to Young
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