Central Oregon residents take part in ‘Walk Out for Freedom’ protest against ICE in Bend
Update: Video from Jan 20th protest in Bend BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Protesters gathered today in both Bend and Redmond as part of the ongoing…
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‘Thin’ snow coverage prompts Mt. Bachelor lift closures
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Warm, sunny weather continues across Central Oregon, with highs in the upper 40s and light winds. The mild stretch is melting…
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What’s a ‘corner crossing’? Hunters know, and two Central Oregon lawmakers want to make them clearly legal
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – State senators Mike McLane (R-Powell Butte) and Anthony Broadman (D-Bend), working with the Oregon Hunters Association,…
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Snow Report: No new snow, but bluebird conditions early this morning
There is plenty of sunshine above 4300 feet so if you plan on traveling to the resorts, expect a great day. Look for the snow to be well groomed and…
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State Senator Broadman of Bend, colleagues to try again on bill to allow small Kei trucks on Oregon highways
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — State Representatives Virgle Osborne (R-Roseburg) and Alek Skarlatos (R-Canyonville) and Senator Anthony Broadman…
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Oregon bill would require home insurers to consider owners’ wildfire prevention efforts
Oregon homeowners who take steps to protect their homes from wildfire could pay less for property insurance under a southern Oregon state senator’s…
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Some patchy freezing fog this morning, but conditions are improving
Some areas are starting off with patchy freezing fog this morning, but overall conditions have improved from Monday. Be extra cautious if you’re…
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BLOOD SHORTAGE: American Red Cross urges blood donations
(UPDATE: Adding Video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s National Blood Donor Month, and right now, the American Red Cross says there’s an urgent need for…
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Mt. Bachelor’s RendezVan 2026 camping passes go on sale Wednesday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Camping passes for Mt. Bachelor’s RendezVan 2026 will go on sale at 12:00 p.m. PST on Wednesday, January 21st. The resort’s…
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One of the most extreme winter storms in years is set to deliver damaging ice and heavy snow to nearly half the US
By Meteorologist Chris Dolce, CNN (CNN) — A major winter storm — among the most extreme and widespread in years — is set to lash more than…
Continue ReadingSnow Report AM: Warmer than normal temps with more sunshine today
Sunshine dominates again this week, and while it’s great for views, the warm temps are slowly lowering base numbers. Check resort websites for the…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, January 20th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, January 20th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Volunteers lend a hand at Stirrup Purpose equine therapy in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Volunteers rolled up their sleeves Monday at Stirrup Purpose, an equine therapy nonprofit, on the east side of Bend known…
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It’s National Passenger Safety Week: Speaking up can help save lives on Central Oregon roads
The phrase “backseat driver” usually gets a bad rap — but safety advocates are giving it a new, potentially life-saving meaning this week.
The…
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To help preserve night skies, Sisters launches residential outdoor lighting rebate program
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Sisters has launched an outdoor lighting rebate program for residential property owners, to help defray the costs…
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Local Sleep in Heavenly Peace chapter holds bed-building training on Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, many people were giving their time to local charities, including Sleep in…
Continue Reading Snow Report: Sunny and mild day, no snow expected this week
The temperatures across the Cascades are well above freezing, so the overnight grooming and corduroy creation is in full gear. The sunshine will be…
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Fog starting to break up, mild and sunny week ahead
Bend, Ore (KTVZ)— There is a layer of fog trapped at the surface in a good portion of the region, with light winds and high-pressure overhead; the…
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Senators Merkley, Wyden raise concerns over Postal Service postmark practices, impacts on vote-by-mail
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley and California Senator Alex Padilla, ranking member of the Senate Committee on Rules and…
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Even some Trump advisers are wary of a military pursuit of Greenland. Is an off-ramp possible?
By Kevin Liptak, Alayna Treene, Kylie Atwood, Zachary Cohen, Natasha Bertrand, Adam Cancryn, CNN (CNN) — Flying home this month from an…
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