Breezy and hot today, cooler over the weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Sunny and breezy conditions today and Thursday as the region prepares for a cool down. The highs today will be well above normal…
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Deschutes National Forest reopens Akawa Butte Fire area to public
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest lifted the temporary emergency closure for the Akawa Butte Fire area today, reopening the land to…
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Prineville Police investigating deadly RV fire
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — One person died Tuesday night after a RV caught fire on NW Gardner Road in Prineville. Emergency crews were dispatched to…
Continue Reading Above normal highs today, cooler temperatures ahead
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -A ridge of high pressure will bring another day of above-normal temperatures before shifting east. Today will be slightly less…
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Clear the Shelters: Street Dog Hero helps dogs near and far find loving homes
(Clear the Shelters airs Tuesdays at 5pm through August) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – KTVZ is partnering with NBC for Clear the Shelters, a nationwide…
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Clear the Shelters: Could your new best friend be at HSCO’s annual open house?
(Clear the Shelters airs Tuesdays at 5pm through August) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – KTVZ is partnering with NBC for Clear the Shelters, a nationwide…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, August 26th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, August 26th: Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Pet Pics: This pup’s face says it all
In this week’s Pet Pics, we prove there is no shortage of adorable pets across Central Oregon. Remember to share the best photos of your pet with us…
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What to know about the wolf spotted in Central Oregon
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — A young male gray wolf recently spotted in Central Oregon is healthy and mobile, according to the Oregon Department of Fish…
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How Pacific Power customers can save money through voluntary program and strategic energy use
(Update: adding video, information on program) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For Pacific Power customers, the timing of electricity use could matter just as…
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There’s Good News: Therapy dogs bring morale boost to Rowe Creek Complex firefighters
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Firefighters at the Rowe Creek Complex got a special visit this week from some four-legged friends. Volunteers with Go Team…
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Oregon State Police investigate widespread vandalism at Lincoln County parks
LINCOLN COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Police are investigating extensive vandalism at multiple state parks in Lincoln County. The damage…
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Black bear sighted in Crooked River Ranch
CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — Next, a black bear was spotted in Crooked River Ranch on Tuesday. The sighting was reported around 7:30 a.m. on…
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Drivers urged to slow down as Bend schools return September 9th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department has a reminder for motorists: School starts September 9th, which means more kids will be walking and…
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Jefferson County lifts most evacuations near the Rowe Creek Complex
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, most evacuation levels in Jefferson County have been lifted following the Rowe Creek Complex. The only…
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Bend teen arrested after allegedly pointing replica handgun at group of teens
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 15-year-old Bend boy was arrested Tuesday morning after police say he pointed what appeared to be a handgun at three teens…
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Hot and breezy today, slight cool down into the weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – A ridge of high pressure continues to provide well above normal heat to Central Oregon. The ridge will maintain a grip on the…
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13-year-old boy dies, six others injured in Douglas County crash
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 13-year-old boy was killed and six other people were injured Friday afternoon in a head-on collision on Highway 38…
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Teen arrested after pointing replica handgun with laser sight at group in Bend
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — A 15-year-old Bend resident was arrested early Tuesday morning after police said he pointed a realistic replica handgun with a…
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Central Oregon leaders honor Dolly Parton’s legacy through Imagination Library
(UPDATE: Adding video; Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library’s impact on Central Oregon) CENTRAL OREGON, Ore. (KTVZ) — As fans around the world mourn…
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