Dry Thursday ahead with comfortable afternoon temperatures
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re tracking a beautiful spring day across Central Oregon with mostly sunny skies and dry conditions. Highs will climb into…
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Congrats Grad 2026: First round of senior shoutouts
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A special salute to grads across Central Oregon! This is a time to honor the hard work, dedication, and bright futures of our…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler speaks on water conservation, traffic cameras, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From questions about the new red light traffic cameras to what the city is doing to conserve water, KTVZ asked Bend Mayor…
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Update: Confusion at Alfalfa Fire District Board Concerning Proposed Levy, Possible Board Resignations
UPDATE: KTVZ News has posted the entire board meeting from Wednesday night, which included a public comment period. You can watch the entire meeting…
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Junior Forecaster: Sammy has his own YouTube Channel, and enjoys comedy
Sammy is in the sixth grade at Sisters Middle School, and his favorite subject is science. The best part of science is learning about plants and…
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‘We can immediately push that message’: Deschutes County tests emergency alerts, reaching 72,000 people
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office recently tested its emergency alert system by sending messages to 72,000…
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Luau and auction fundraiser happening this month benefitting La Pine Community Kitchen
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening this month, one of the most important pillars of southern Deschutes County is holding a fundraiser. On Saturday,…
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Central Oregon makes strides in reducing homelessness, count reveals
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The Homeless Leadership Coalition announced a significant decrease in homelessness for Bend and the Central Oregon region,…
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SeaPort Airlines launches seasonal service from Redmond, Oregon
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – SeaPort Airlines is launching new seasonal service from Redmond with flights scheduled to begin May 22nd with destinations…
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Bend-La Pine Schools hosting “Drive & Apply” events to recruit bus drivers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools is looking to hire 10 bus drivers as a wave of longtime employees retire, and the district is inviting…
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New Interview: Sen. Jeff Merkley Discusses Iran Conflict, Insider Trading
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — KTVZ’s Spencer Sacks spoke with Sen. Jeff Merkley on Wednesday to discuss his concerns and position on the Iran Conflict…
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Windy and chilly pattern today after the record heat Tuesday
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Gusty winds will continue today and tonight as we dry out from the mountain rain and high elevation wintry mix last night. The…
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New app from ODF helps Oregon residents check local burn regulations and stay safe
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — May is Wildfire Awareness Month and the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) is urging residents to take extra precautions to…
Continue Reading Gradual clearing today with cooler temps & gusty winds
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Some showers and thunderstorms moved through early Wednesday, but skies should gradually clear through the afternoon. Much cooler…
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There’s Good News: Project Happy Face returns to Bend Farmers Market with mobile dermatology clinic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s Good News today, and it has to do with being proactive. Right now, it’s Melanoma Awareness Month. Throughout May,…
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Decision 2026: Oregon voters urged to use drop boxes as mail-in ballot deadline nears
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is reminding voters that today marks the final recommended day to return ballots by mail…
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Increased patrols in Central Oregon as part of national seat belt blitz
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon law enforcement agencies are increasing patrols on local roadways. This initiative is part of the National…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, May 13th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, May 13th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Decision 2026: GOP Candidates for Governor Focus on Educational Issues
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The hotly contested Oregon Republican gubernatorial race is heating up as candidates approach the May 19 primary. Education has…
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Central Library opens in Stevens Ranch, linking library expansion with Bend growth
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The new Bend Central Library opened on May 11th, at 61956 SE Santorini Street, establishing a major presence within the Stevens…
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