Furry Friends: Lucy has a big heart and a love for peanut butter!
This week’s furry friend is Lucy! She is a sweet and gentle girl who has previously lived with both cats and dogs. She can be a little shy when…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, August 7th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, August 7th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at:…
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Hot pattern in place, breezy at times this weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re tracking another toasty day, with temperatures nearing the triple digits. Bend reached 100 degrees yesterday, breaking…
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Big Ol’ Fish: From Montana to South Twin Lake, this week’s catches reel us in
This week’s Big Ol’ Fish features a rainbow trout caught in Montana and an impressive haul of rainbow trout from South Twin Lake. We’re also…
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Habitat for Humanity gets $350k for affordable housing project
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend City Council approved $350,000 in homebuyer assistance Thursday to support eight local households purchasing homes…
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Highway 26 between Prineville and Mitchell remains closed, possibly through the weekend
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, if you plan to drive through Central Oregon, plan for continued delays. U.S. Highway 26 remains closed…
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Fire restrictions remain in effect on Oregon and Washington BLM lands
OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire restrictions remain in effect on all BLM public lands in Oregon and Washington as wildfire activity continues. BLM…
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Wildfire Victims: Free screening of ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ scheduled for August 9th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families affected by the recent Central Oregon wildfires are being invited to enjoy a free day at the movies this weekend. The…
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Sept. 1 deadline nears for Oregon Summer EBT food assistance
OREGON (KTVZ) — Families in Oregon have until Sept. 1, 2026, to apply for food assistance through the Summer EBT program. The program provides $120…
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3 new doctors join Madras residency program aimed at expanding rural healthcare
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three new medical residents joined the Three Sisters Rural Track Program in Madras this week to focus on rural family…
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Former Bend-La Pine Schools bus driver charged with 19 misdemeanors following April incident
(Update: adding ‘former’ – the bus driver is no longer employed with Bend-La Pine Schools) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A former Bend-La Pine Schools bus…
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Pilot killed in plane crash indicted by Deschutes County Grand Jury hours before incident, case dismissed following death
Update: As of August 6th, Deschutes County Circuit Court records show the pending case against Steven Charlton has been dismissed. The judgment of…
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LOCAL ALERT WEATHER DAY: Hot and smoky pattern will impact your plans
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The Local Alert Weather Team has issued a Local Alert Weather Day due to the smoke and heat today. The mercury in the…
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Police arrest man in connection with deadly March burglary on NW Braid Drive in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police detectives arrested a second suspect Tuesday in connection with a March burglary and death investigation on NW Braid…
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LOCAL ALERT WEATHER DAY TODAY: Poor air quality, peak of the heat this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Today will bring some more smoke and poor air quality along with the peak of the heat. Due to this combination, we have a Local…
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Bend Fire & Rescue offers free life-saving classes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire & Rescue is offering two free monthly trainings designed to help Central Oregon residents respond during…
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Oregon fire officials warn drivers of rising wildfire dangers
OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire officials are reminding motorists to exercise caution behind the wheel as wildfire danger continues. One small spark can start…
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Show Us Your Garden: Early August blooming and veggies
The weeks “Show Us Your Garden” segment features an awesome garden with “Old Glory” the American Flag prominently featured in the picture. Another…
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Junior Forecaster: Esme is a fan of both the summer and the winter
Esme is heading into the third grade at Miller Elementary School, but is taking time to enjoy all the warmth that the summer months have to offer.…
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Madras Aquatic Center Board reacts to recall
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Four of five Madras Aquatic Center Recreation District board members are expected to be removed from office following a…
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