Heat continues before a late-week cooldown
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The hot pattern continues today with most spots reaching into the upper 80s and low 90s. We could see more high-level clouds…
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Paramedic mourns infant son as hospital decision sparks concern among coworkers
HARNEY COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Harney County paramedic is grieving the loss of her infant son while raising concerns about a decision by her…
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There’s Good News: Madras students plant more than 1,000 mangroves in Costa Rica
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Madras High School students participated in a significant mangrove restoration project in Costa Rica. On a recent conservation…
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Bend Police: Two Teenagers Arrested, Accused of Assault and Unlawful use of a Weapon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two 14-year olds were arrested on Sunday. According to Bend Police, the teenagers are facing charges including second-degree…
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Deschutes County seeks public input for 2026 natural hazards plan update
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC) to gather public…
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Mt. Bachelor’s summer operations begin with expanded terrain and activities
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin summer operations on Thursday, June 25. The opening will feature the most expansive…
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The heat is back; showers cool us down into the weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Plenty of sunshine to start the new work week and kick off the first week of summer. High temperatures are likely to hit the…
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Problem Solvers: From silence to support, local contractors offer help after roofing business fallout
(Update: adding comments from contractors) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After KTVZ’s Problem Solvers reported on a Central Oregon homeowner who said he…
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Fire restrictions in effect for BLM lands in Oregon and Washington
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Statewide fire restrictions are now in effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands across Oregon and Washington Many…
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Warm start to Astronomical Summer, cooler weather arrives late week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Good Monday morning! Astronomical summer officially began Sunday with the Summer Solstice. After the longest day of the year,…
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Bend-La Pine Schools health centers open throughout the summer for students
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools school-based health centers are offering access all summer long for students. Bend Senior High…
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Oregon gas prices continue to drop, still 79 cents higher than this time last year
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon drivers are getting some relief at the pump this week. According to GasBuddy, the average price of gasoline in Oregon…
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Classic cars, planes, and bikes draw hundreds to Prineville Airport event
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of people gathered at Prineville Airport for the 2026 Wings and Wheels event, which showcased nearly 70 diverse…
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Cascade Cycling Classic brings cyclists and community together in downtown Bend
(Update: adding video, comments from race director) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend streets closed to traffic Sunday as cyclists took over for the…
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Sunny start to the week before late-week rain chances
Central Oregon is in for a clear, sunny start to the workweek, though the National Weather Service is tracking a significant pattern shift that will…
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Red Flag Warning | Weekend Outlook
The National Weather Service in Pendleton has placed Fire Weather Zone 700 (Central Mountains of Oregon) under a Red Flag Warning for Saturday…
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SAVE THE DATE: Oregon’s largest open air garage and vintage sale, Juneteenth celebration, and celebrating dad
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Harley Coldiron highlights three local events, from a garage & vintage sale…
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After 33 Years Serving La Pine, Assistant Fire Chief Dan Daugherty Retires
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dan Daugherty, assistant fire chief for La Pine Fire District, has retired after 33 years dedicated to the community. Joyce…
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Oregon Lightning and Bend FC partner for youth football camps in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Lightning and Bend FC have partnered to launch a new series of youth football development camps in Bend, Ore. The…
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Gas Leak Closes Bend Street After Construction Crew Strikes Natural Gas Line
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A natural gas leak prompted road closures and shelter-in-place precautions in a southwest Bend neighborhood Thursday afternoon…
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