Tips to prevent heat-related illnesses in Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is urging residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their families from…
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Sunshine and Low 80s
Pure sunshine and perfect high-desert weather across Central Oregon today. We are heading into the low 80s this afternoon before clear skies drop us…
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New Wrestling Room at Crook County Middle School to Improve Training for Athletes
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County School District is set to enhance its athletic facilities with the construction of a new wrestling room at…
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School year officially comes to a close for Central Oregon districts, Bend PD SRO’s ready for summer fun
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the temperatures start to rise and summer activities get underway, the school year is officially coming to a close for…
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President Donald Trump brushed off a spike in inflation driven by the war in Iran, insisting on Wednesday that “the numbers were great”
WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNN) — Annual inflation rose to a three-year-high of 4.2% in May, underscoring how elevated energy prices are rippling through the…
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Drought emergency declared in Oregon counties, 17 of 36 now affected
Update: Adding video SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency for Douglas, Gilliam, Harney, Lake and Malheur…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, June 11th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, June 11th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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First Pitch Forecast: sunny skies and warm temperatures
We have beautiful weather in store for the Bend Elks game tonight! Expect sunny skies and temperatures in the mid to upper 70s for most of the…
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Annual ceremony in Salem honors Oregon’s fallen firefighters
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A solemn tribute will take place next week in Salem as Oregon honors firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line…
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s starting to feel more like summer across Central Oregon as a warming trend takes over. Expect mostly sunny skies today…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler responds to questions about fireworks, e-bikes, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From concerns for the upcoming 4th of July fireworks show due to dry conditions to e-bike enforcement, KTVZ asked Bend Mayor…
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Congrats Grad 2026: Final round of senior shoutouts!
A special salute to grads across Central Oregon! This is a time to honor the hard work, dedication, and bright futures of our local graduates who are…
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Community meets finalists for Madras city administrator position
(UPDATE: ADDING CONTENT FROM EVENT & QUOTES FROM RESIDENTS AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR CANDIDATES) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three finalists for the…
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Free community shred event in La Pine this Saturday
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and Republic Services are partnering to host a free Community Shred Event this Saturday,…
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OnPoint grant funds BendNEXT program for emerging Central Oregon leaders
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — OnPoint Community Credit Union has awarded a $3,500 grant to the BendNEXT Foundation to fund leadership development scholarships…
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Bend’s 15th Street and Ferguson Road intersection to close for construction
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Construction on the roundabout at the intersection of 15th Street and Ferguson Road in Bend, Ore., will begin June 22. The…
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Junior Forecaster: 6th Grader Noah from La Pine Middle loves Math and Soccer
Noah, a sixth grade student from La Pine Middle School, recently appeared as a junior forecaster, delivering the weather report for several local…
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Watch Duty enhances emergency response with new flood alert features
(Update: adding comments from Watch Duty) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Summer in Central Oregon is a time many people spend outdoors, but as wildfire season…
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There’s Good News: Warm Springs students celebrate last day of school with annual powwow
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students, families and staff at Warm Springs K-8 Academy marked the last day of school with a celebration centered on…
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Electric mobility grants to boost Central Oregon transportation access
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Several Central Oregon organizations are among more than a dozen across the state receiving e-mobility grants aimed at…
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