HSCO in Bend offers “name your price” dog adoptions amid overcrowding
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO) is inviting adopters to name their own dog adoption fee through Tuesday, June 30, as…
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Take a shelter dog out for the day: BrightSide Animal Shelter launches new program
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond, has launched its new Dog Day Out Program. This initiative allows community members to…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office balances $72.2M budget, finds $1M in savings
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office says it has balanced a $72.2 million budget for Fiscal Year 2026–27 after…
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Problem Solvers: Jefferson County Leaders, Businesses Call for more Transparency from OHA over Algae Bloom Advisories
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County leaders and tourism advocates are calling on the Oregon Health Authority to provide clearer…
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Furry Friends: Clyde loves a pool day!
This week’s Furry Friend is Clyde! He came to Brightside as an owner surrender alongside his sister, Bonnie. His sister has been adopted, but…
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Cooler pattern takes over, breezy Friday with rain
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A low moving into the Pacific Northwest is bringing a cooler and wetter pattern through the weekend. Rain moved in overnight and…
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Oregon State Parks reminds visitors to leave the fireworks at home this 4th of July weekend
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon State Parks is reminding visitors to leave the fireworks to the professionals this 4th of July. Fireworks and explosives are…
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Save the Date: From a 5k beer run to a free Pure Barre class in the park, here are some events 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 a 5k beer run/walk at Crux to…
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34 DUII arrests made, over 500 citations issued during Central Oregon traffic enforcement effort
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Central Oregon Multi-Agency Traffic Team (MATT) conducted a high-visibility enforcement effort between June 10 and June 14,…
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Wet and cool pattern through the weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The well above normal temperatures over the past few days will be coming to an end today as the ridge of high pressure breaks…
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Madras among 17 rural Oregon counties to receive maternity care funding
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services approved Oregon’s proposed state directed payment plan, unlocking up to $37.5…
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Bend Parks and Recreation seeks volunteers for lifeguard and swim instructor programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Parks and Recreation is seeking teen and adult volunteers for its lifeguard and Swim-Aid programs at its swimming pools…
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Volunteers restore old Shevlin Park trail, reconnecting Tumalo Creek to picnic area
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sixteen volunteers restored an old trail in Shevlin Park as part of Bend Park and Recreation’s Volunteer Days projects. The…
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UPDATE: Former Shilo Inn in Bend Sold, New Owner Plans Major Renovations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News has confirmed that the former Shilo Inn in Bend has been sold. The new owner is expected to take possession of the…
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Klamath Falls man pleads guilty to selling illegal explosives
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Klamath Falls man pleaded guilty on Monday to illegally distributing explosive devices, an announcement made by U.S.…
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Bend rallies for “Truth, Equality & Freedom” on June 27
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — 50501 Central Oregon will join communities across the country on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for “All of U.S. 250: Truth,…
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First Pitch Forecast: Thursday, June 25th
We’re tracking temperatures in the 70s and low 80s for the Bend Elks game! Skies stay mostly cloudy with just a slight chance for rain tonight…
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Fire weather concerns today, rain and cooler temperatures to follow
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A change in the weather pattern is on the way for Central Oregon. We’ll reach the upper 70s to low 80s today, and temperatures…
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Bend’s ‘Stars and Stripes’ event to kick off holiday weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Discovery West will host a free “Stars and Stripes” event on Friday, July 3, from 8 to 10 p.m. in Bend, Ore., celebrating the…
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One Class at a Time: Civil Air Patrol Cadet program receives grant
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Civil Air Patrol Cadet program recently received a $1,000 grant from Mid Oregon Credit Union and KTVZ’s “One Class at a…
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