SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Friday, January 23rd, Governor Tina Kotek announced she has selected Ken Sanchagrin as the Oregon Public Defense Commission Executive Director, pending Senate confirmation. Sanchagrin was selected as the interim executive director in April 2025 by Governor Kotek. “I am humbled by and appreciate the Governor’s confidence in me,” Sanchagrin said.
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from an 80’s-themed night of fun to Bingo for Brightside in Redmond! For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Well, it’s set to be a busy few days at Mt. Bachelor! On Saturday, join the resort and Discover Your Northwest for a free Jr. Ranger event at the yurt beneath Early Riser chairlift from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Outdoor activities include story time with a ranger,
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, January 23rd. 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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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Bluey, a 2 1/2-year-old Pit Bull mix looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. His name is very fitting, take a look at his beautiful blue eyes: This guy absolutely loves his toys and treats! “He loves playing. Loves the water when
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The National Weather Service has issued a special statement for pockets of freezing fog this morning for Bend and areas north. Visibility could drop as low as a quarter mile or less, so please drive carefully if you run into it. Slick spots are also possible on area roads. Most of Central Oregon has been
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Some local arts groups are getting some cash. The “Arts Build Communities” grants fund more than 50 organizations across the state of Oregon. Here in Central Oregon the High Desert Museum and the Central Oregon Symphony Association each get $5,000. The museum was singled out for its intergenerational learning film project which
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Beautiful spring-like skiing conditions, but unfortunately, it is January. We have not seen any new snow across the region for quite a while, and the base numbers are reflecting that right now. The milder than normal air has been melting the snow each day, albeit a little bit, so our numbers are going in the
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By Shaanth Nanguneri, Oregon Capital Chronicle PORTLAND, Ore. –Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek kicked off her plan Thursday to jump-start Oregon’s economy alongside some of the state’s top business and industry leaders as the state continues to battle unemployment and slow economic growth. The 16 members of Kotek’s “Prosperity Council” represent different Oregon regions and sectors
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ)— The freezing fog pattern that has plagued most of Central Oregon for the past week is starting to change. The region of high-pressure overhead that has helped keep the surface clouds or fog in place is finally breaking down. This will allow the fog to mix out much more efficiently in the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Despite this late start to winter, Visit Bend says the region’s winter tourism has not slowed down very much. It’s not just Central Oregon dealing with a slow start. All Western mountain towns are in need of snow, with snowpack across the state at near-record lows. But Bend has the advantage
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(Update: Pacific Power statement) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Thursday, Bend Police announced they are searching for a likely injured suspect in a criminal mischief case following an early Wednesday morning incident in which high-voltage power lines were cut, causing a power outage in the area for several hours. According to a press release from
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Natural Resources will begin accepting applications for its 2026 Sweat Equity Bin Rental Program on Sunday, Feb. 1. Officials say the program helps local communities remove fire fuels and improve defensible spaces around homes and other structures by covering the cost of trash bin rentals. Funds set aside for
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