Big Ol’ Fish: Steve’s 24 pounds of bragging rights, and more
The Alsea River’s running rich – and Steve’s the latest to cash in! Plus, James’ catch proves, it’s not about the size of the fish, but the size…
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Rainy period coming to an end, warming over the weekend
(KTVZ, Bend Ore). Today will be the last day of rain for a while as the string of showers comes to an end. The region saw less than a…
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‘We all need to work together’: State and local leaders highlight growing wildfire threat in Central Oregon
Local and state leaders say wildfire seasons are lasting longer across Central Oregon, and the threat is only…
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Closer proximity to cannabis retail stores linked with more cannabis use but less drinking
CORVALLIS, Ore. – A statewide study of more than 60,000 adult Oregonians shows that living near cannabis retail stores is associated with…
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Exclusive: Crews race the clock as Elmer’s moves into former Shari’s site in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — We’re just weeks away from Oregon’s own Elmer’s Restaurant opening its newest location in Bend—and KTVZ got an exclusive…
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Bend-La Pine Schools to relocate Realms High and Middle Schools from shared lease space next year
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Realms Middle School and Realms High School, which share a leased building in northeast Bend, will relocate to other sites owned…
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Four injured following construction accident in Bend, police confirm
(Update: Adding video KTVZ+ livestreamed from the scene) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Emergency crews responded within minutes to a construction site…
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Sustainable commute: Oregonians log nearly 4,000 trips in annual statewide ‘Get There Challenge’
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Commute Options announced Thursday the results from its region’s participation in the annual Get There…
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Sweet music: Bend’s Breedlove Guitars is donating 75 guitars to six area middle and high schools
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend guitar manufacturer Breedlove Guitars will donate 75 guitars to middle and high schools throughout the Bend-La Pine School…
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Here’s how much Oregon’s vehicle title and registration fees will be rising Dec. 31 to cover ODOT’s shortfall
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As part of House Bill 3991, passed by lawmakers this fall, vehicle title and registration fees will increase starting…
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Democrats expected to block GOP push to reopen government without more health care commitments
By Manu Raju, Sarah Ferris, Ted Barrett, CNN (CNN) — After days of real progress in bipartisan talks to end the government shutdown, the Senate…
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Certain obesity drugs will cost as little as $149 and Medicare will start covering them under White House deals
By Tami Luhby, Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — Certain blockbuster obesity drugs will be available for as little as $149 per month and more Medicare…
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Here’s what to do if your flight is canceled or delayed
(CNN) — Delays and cancellations are affecting major airports across the country as the government shutdown — the longest in history —…
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Faces of Freedom: Thursday, November 6th
This Veterans Day, KTVZ presents ‘Faces of Freedom’. It’s a special way to honor the heroes who served our country. Here are Thursday, November…
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Faces of Freedom: Wednesday, November 5th
This Veterans Day, KTVZ presents ‘Faces of Freedom’. It’s a special way to honor the heroes who served our country. Here are Wednesday, November…
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A last push of rain today before drier and quieter weather returns for the weekend
Bend, OR (KTVZ) -Rain totals for the week are generally between 0.20-0.40”. Today is the last little push of wet weather before we see drier and…
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Bend unveils $1.48B budget plan as city prepares for continued growth
BEND, Ore. {KTVZ} — As Bend continues to expand, city leaders have released the 2025–2027 Budget in Brief, outlining a $1.48 billion spending…
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Affordable housing in Sisters? The City Council meets to discuss housing projects
(UPDATE: Adding video and quotes from Council President Sarah Mcdougall, Council Member Gary Ross, and a Sisters Resident.) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The…
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Junior Forecaster: Happy Birthday Matthew, who turns 9 years old today
Matthew is in 3rd grade at Desert Sky Montessori School and is forecasting the weather on his birthday. He is turning 9 today and has plans to hang…
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Community Conversations: East Bend Library prepares to close as community looks ahead to new central location
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – After serving the East Bend neighborhood for years, the East Bend Library is preparing to close its doors, marking the end of an…
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