First Pitch Forecast: Bend Elks and sunny skies
We welcome the Bend Elks back to Bend with warm temperatures and sunny skies. Temperatures are in the 70s through the game tonight but will drop…
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Deschutes County Seeks Applicants for Interim Sheriff Role as Van der Kamp Resigns
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp set to resign at the end of July, the county’s Board of Commissioners has…
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“Really concerning:” Local reaction to public land sale proposal, blocked in US Senate
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A contentious topic this past week: the possible sale of public land. The provision brought forth by Utah Senator Mike Lee as…
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Save the Date: From free bingo to a weekend-long outdoor adventure expo, here are a few Central Oregon weekend events
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from a night of free bingo to a…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, June 27th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, June 27th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Furry Friends: Rocco the Doberman has a heart of gold
This week’s Furry Friend is Rocco, a 6-year-old Doberman looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. Rocco is blind in both…
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Warm and sunny weekend ahead with hot temperatures next week
Temperatures today will top out in the mid 70s to low 80s. Plan for mostly sunny skies and an afternoon breeze. The weekend will stay sunny and…
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Out and About: Summer on the water, winter on the mountains
More amazing photos of this gorgeous place we call home, Central Oregon. Even with 90 degree temperatures and summer fun on the water, the mountain…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Carson with an unbelievable catch, no wonder he isn’t sharing the fishing spot
Another great week of anglers across Central Oregon with their amazing catches. This catch by Carson blew us away. Awesome job Carson, keep em…
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Forward progress stopped and most evacuation notices dropped, as a wildfire near La Pine is quickly contained
(Update: Adding video, Adding fire footprint map) LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriffs office dropped the Level 1 evacuation notices…
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Dry and warm weather to close out the first full week of summer
Plenty of sunshine today has allowed the area to reach the upper 70s and low 80s. There continues to be the same type of pattern again today as…
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What you need to know: 4th of July Pet Parade in Bend
(Update: Adding video) Bend, Ore. – (June 26, 2025) – Bend Park and Recreation District’s July 4th Pet Parade is a community…
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4th of July fireworks in Redmond could look different if ban is approved
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Due to the ongoing weather conditions that are prime for vegetation and wildfires, Redmond’s City Council will be holding a…
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Family Night at the Crooked River Roundup Rodeo
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s a big week in Prineville as crowds roll in for the 80th Crooked River Roundup to celebrate…
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Reward offered for return of Idaho teens feared abducted by FLDS
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Idaho (KIFI) — An up to $5,000 reward is now being offered for information leading to the safe return of two missing Idaho teens,…
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Congresswoman Bynum to hold town hall in Redmond on Saturday, June 28th
(Update: Adding video) Washington, DC – On Saturday, June 28th at 11:00AM PT, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum…
Continue ReadingBend 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 doors
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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