Help name Oregon State Police’s new K-9 trooper, a one-year-old red Labrador Retriever
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Police has a new K-9 recruit and Oregon kiddos are invited to help name him. He’s a one-year-old red Labrador…
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Save the Date: Local markets and the return of an annual car show happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from two local markets to an annual…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, June 5th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, June 5th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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21 Cares for Kids: Highlighting our six incredible community partners making a difference for Central Oregon children
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A warm bed. A caring mentor. New clothes for school. For many children, these simple things can make all the difference. That’s…
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Bend Doctor Who Took Charge During Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak Finally Returns Home
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After weeks spent aboard a cruise ship off the coast of Africa, followed by a lengthy stay inside one of the nation’s most…
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Boys & Girls Club of Bend members reach gold card status; announces La Pine expansion; and name change
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dozens of kids at the Boys and Girls Club of Bend celebrated a big milestone on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. KTVZ’s Tracee Tuesday…
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75-year-old hiker rescued after medical emergency in Badlands Wilderness near Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Search and Rescue volunteers and Bend Fire & Rescue personnel rescued a 75-year-old Portland area woman who…
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Oregon Zoo welcomes rare red panda Enoki
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Enoki, a red panda born June 13, 2023, has arrived at the Oregon Zoo in Portland, Ore., and is settling into her new…
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Congrats Grad 2026: Fourth 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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Wear orange and red for Ember: How you can support the Cuen family following a tragic loss
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians are asked to wear orange and red on Friday, June 5th, for a local girl named Ember. Ember is the…
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Pleasant Thursday with mostly quiet conditions through the weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – As we head through the end of the week, expect mostly quiet weather across the High Desert. Today will be dry and mostly sunny…
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Sunriver Resort Farmers Market returns with fresh produce and artisan crafts through September
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) The Sunriver Resort Farmers Market has returned for the 2026 season, offering Central Oregon residents and visitors a vibrant…
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Deschutes County hosts free health fair for families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Parents and children across Deschutes County recently attended a free health fair in Bend today at the Deschutes County Health…
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Junior Forecaster: Kai has a birthday forecast for Central Oregon
Kai is a fourth grade student at North Star Elementary School and is a fan of math and social studies. The big news for the day for Kai is that he is…
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Make plans for Pet Anxiety before the 4th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pet owners are advised to start planning now for potential pet anxiety related to July 4th fireworks. It can take a while to get…
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Employee injured, vehicles destroyed in fire at Bend auto wrecking yard
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A vehicle fire broke out at B&R Auto Wrecking on Highway 97 just north of Bend today. The accidental blaze, caused by a…
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Students raise funds for Environmental Center through sneaker drive
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Students from North Star Elementary School’s Green Team, recently collected more than 400 used sneakers. The…
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Madras to elect Mayor and City Council Members in November
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Voters in Madras will be electing a new Mayor in November. Mayor Mike Lepin has announced he is not running for reelection.…
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Train fire near Deschutes River Woods highlights value of defensible space
(UPDATE – 6/3/26: vegetation mitigation helped stop the spread of the fire) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A locomotive fire Tuesday afternoon near Deschutes…
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Stray showers today then dry heading into the weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – A few scattered showers today in the region, but nothing widespread or organized. The normal high temperature for the high…
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