Bend, Ore (KTVZ)– Central Oregon is experiencing a milder than normal pattern that will continue through the weekend. The mercury in the thermometer is expected to rise past the 60° mark through Monday, when normally we should only hit the low 40s. This pattern is very “fall-like” as far as temperatures go since normal highs
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We have no new snow to report as we head into the weekend. The milder than normal weather continues to keep the resorts from accumulating any snow. Next Wednesday may be the start of a snowy pattern, so we can hope that comes to fruition. The latest Mt. Bachelor has opened for the season was
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynsey Harris got to meet sweet little Milo, a kitten who’s been through a lot, but is ready to give his heart and attention to a new family. You can meet him starting Saturday at the Humane Society of Central Oregon.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When the holiday lights come down and Christmas trees start shedding their needles, the Scouts of America are stepping in to help Central Oregon recycle responsibly. Scouts from across Central Oregon are once again offering their annual Christmas tree recycling program, collecting used trees from the community and ensuring they are
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A large landslide following days of heavy rain and high water has closed Oregon Highway 229 in the Coast Range, the Oregon Department of Transportation said Friday.
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A Crook County official on Friday thanked Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Ore., and his congressional colleagues for passing a key bill to restore stable federal funding for rural timber-dependent counties.
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The chief petitioners on a referendum to have voters decide the fate of gas tax and vehicle fee increases aimed at funding ODOT delivered to the state Elections Division nearly 200,000 signatures on Friday, more than twice as many as required to make the fall 2026 ballot.
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By Casey Gannon, CNN (CNN) — A coalition of blue states is suing the Trump administration over its fee of $100,000 for H-1B Visas, several Democratic attorneys general announced on Friday. The Trump administration announced in September that it would be implementing the fee for H-1B visas, citing that the program for the visas is
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A Warm Springs woman reported missing and endangered a week ago was found safe and in good condition on the reservation Friday morning, authorities said. She was with a federal fugitive who escaped custody and is on the run.
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By Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — The nation’s top historic preservation group is suing the Trump administration to block construction of President Donald Trump’s plans for a massive new White House ballroom until review boards weigh in on the project. The National Trust for Historic Preservation, a congressionally chartered non-profit tasked with preserving historic buildings,
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(Update: Video Added) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management says it is continuing a very successful prescribed burns season, with more than 18,000 acres treated since the beginning of September. The Bureau says these burns are necessary, natural, and contribute to the health and preservation of the lands and their ecosystems. Read
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By Gina Park, CNN (CNN) — Avid sky-gazers spend all year anticipating the peak of the annual Geminid meteor shower. Now, it’s finally here. This weekend, dozens of meteors, including some especially brilliant ones called fireballs, are expected to streak across the night sky in a dazzling display. The celestial event is widely considered one
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Kodiac, a 5-year-old Siberian Husky looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. This fluff ball came into the shelter as a stray but absolutely loves humans–and truly lives up to the Husky name! “He loves to talk and tell you all about
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Capture the magic of the season! Join KTVZ and Advanced Northwest Welding for our Sweet Santa Photo Contest and share your best Santa snapshots for a chance to receive a $150 VISA Gift Card from Advanced Northwest Welding. Your photo could also be featured on KTVZ News at Sunrise! Snap a pic, share the cheer,
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Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a Maker’s Market in Redmond to a Christmas ‘pawty’ for dogs. For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, December 12th. 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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BEND, Ore (KTVZ) -Records continue to fall in Central Oregon. The last two days have seen record breaking warmth for many cities in the Tri-County area and the coming days will be no different. With highs in the 50s and 60s into next week, records are forecasted to keep falling.Skies will be bright and full
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By Meteorologist Mary Gilbert, Alaa Elassar, CNN (CNN) — Rain has finally come to an end in flooded Washington and the Pacific Northwest, but the region can’t breathe easy: More heavy rain from new atmospheric rivers will arrive next week. As of Saturday, Stehekin Valley, a remote area of Washington only reachable by boat or
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History is being made in Eugene as the Oregon Ducks prepare to host their first-ever College Football Playoff game at Autzen Stadium. This marks the second year of the expanded 12‑team playoff format, which creates new matchups and opportunities for programs across the country including smaller schools like James Madison facing powerhouse programs like the
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The beautiful landscape we call home here in Central Oregon was on full display this week in our Out and About segment. This photo from Brenda shows the snowy mountains on fire as the sun rises on another great day in the tri-counties. Share your photos with us and you might be next week’s featured
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