REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond High School is getting a $5,000 boost, and could be in line for a much bigger prize. The Panthers were randomly selected as a $5K Fridays winner through T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights competition, which celebrates small-town football and community pride. The school is now also competing for a $1 million football
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OREGON (KTVZ) Oregon Senator Ron Wyden is demanding answers about a $2 million payment made to a company connected to President Trump. Wyden is asking the commerce department to provide information about its relationship with South Korean company Base Group. Trump’s 2026 financial disclosure shows Base Group paid $2 million last year to the President’s
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — New childcare options are coming to the OSU-Cascades campus this fall, following the closure of Bend’s Little Kits Early Learning Center. NeighborImpact plans to open three Head Start classrooms at OSU-Cascades on September 8th, serving up to 33 children through state- and federally subsidized Head Start programs. The new classrooms will
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A young golden eagle is back in the wild after more than six weeks of rehabilitation in Bend. The eagle was rescued near Summer Lake in June after being found unable to fly, with severe damage to the feathers on its right wing. Think Wild treated the bird, and replaced three
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, a celebration of community, culture, and connection is coming back to Bend. Welcoming Week returns September 10th through the 19th, bringing events designed to highlight the people and cultures that make Central Oregon home. This year’s theme is “Stories We Share,” focusing on community voices and creating opportunities for
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) Two red pandas at the Oregon Zoo are getting to know each other, but they’re doing it on red panda time. Enoki and Liu have been sharing space since late June, and caregivers say they’re slowly becoming more comfortable together. At first, Enoki spent their introduction sleeping in her den. Now, the two are
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A single-vehicle crash in La Pine sent one person to the hospital Monday morning. The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to the crash on Finley Butte Road at about 10:51 a.m. Investigators say the driver of a Midstate Electric Ford F-150 hit a power pole, then went through
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CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Many evacuation zones around the Rowe Creek Complex have now been reduced as firefighters continue their work on containment. However, areas along Ochoco Ranger Station Road and the Highway 26 corridor remain at Level 3 – Go Now as crews continue working to strengthen containment lines. Residents are urged to stay
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Base Camp, a new tavern and food cart lot, opened its doors behind Powder House Ski & Patio. The venue features 10 food carts offering options ranging from Thai food to pizza. Inside, visitors can find sushi and a bakery serving desserts. There’s a wide selection of drinks, both alcoholic and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon is back for our weekly segment “Pet Pals.” They have a variety of other fun animals to consider adopting, including puppies. Lynne Ouchida introduced us to Garfield for Friday’s Pet Pals segment.
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drivers in Prineville should expect delays and temporary road closures as sealcoating work continues on several streets. The project schedule has changed because of construction conflicts and an asphalt plant breakdown. Sealcoating is now scheduled for Thursday, September 4th and Friday, September 5th, weather permitting, on NE Mariposa, NE Brookstone Loop, and
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OREGON (KTVZ) — Right now, Oregon schools are seeing an increase in students regularly attending class, but one state lawmaker says more work is needed. New data shows more than 7,000 additional students regularly attended school during the 2025-26 school year. That brings Oregon’s regular attendance rate to 64.5%. State Representative Lamar Wise says the numbers
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UMATILLA COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon National Guard crews are making a big difference in the fight against the Hagen Fire in Umatilla County. Black Hawk and Chinook helicopters are dropping water on the fire, helping ground crews slow the flames and protect nearby communities. So far this season, Oregon National Guard aircrews have made
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Governor Tina Kotek says the state will continue following medical guidance on childhood vaccinations, despite recent changes at the federal level. Governor Kotek says Oregon will continue to follow the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommended childhood and adolescent immunization schedule. The West Coast Health Alliance, made up of Oregon, Washington,
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OREGON (KTVZ) — Right now, fire officials are asking Oregonians to use extreme caution as wildfires continue burning across the state and firefighting resources remain stretched. The National Weather Service is warning of critical fire weather, including thunderstorms, lightning and strong, unpredictable winds. Officials say even a small spark could quickly start a new fire.
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Highway 26 between Prineville and Mitchell reopened Thursday, August 13th, following a closure due to wildfires. The Crook County Sheriff’s Office announced the re-opening, and also stated that the Marks Creek Community along Highway 26 has been reduced to Level 2 – BE SET. The department also asked residents to please
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OREGON (KTVZ) — As wildfires and smoke continue to impact Oregon, health officials are reminding people to take care of their mental health, too. The Oregon Health Authority says wildfires can cause stress, anxiety, grief and trouble sleeping, even for people who aren’t directly affected by a fire. Officials recommend staying connected with friends and neighbors
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –The Bend-La Pine School District is changing how their students use technology with one simple adjustment. As part of getting ready for the next school year, the tech department is preparing 139 iPad charging carts. In previous years, students were permitted to bring their iPads home. Now, only the high school students
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 50-year-old Bend man was arrested Wednesday night after police said he threatened to shoot a resident who was walking his dog, then fired an AR-style rifle outside his home. Joshua Lee Russell was taken into custody in the 2700 block of NE Great Horned Place following reports of gunshots in
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Another great set of gardens and garden potpourri that defines the greatness and singularity of each creation. This week we have a hard working garden simply called, Our Garden. Then we have a couple caught on camera, a momma and a baby deer hanging out in a lovely setting. Finally, everyone needs a little Hei
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