Timely topic: Deschutes County accepting nominations for 2025 Safe Sidewalk Awards
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is asking community members to nominate local businesses,…
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More snow, cold keep C.O. roads slick; Crook-Jefferson court closes early, 509-J cancels after-school activities
Central Oregon’s two-week bout of cold, snowy weather ramped up again on Thursday morning with a few inches of new snow around the still-very cold…
Continue Reading3 men found guilty of murder in drugging, robbery scheme at NYC gay bars that killed 2
By Nic F. Anderson, CNN (CNN) — Three men were convicted on Monday of murder, conspiracy and other charges for drugging and robbing patrons at…
Continue ReadingHumpback whale swallows and spits out kayaker in incident captured on camera
By Abel Alvarado, CNN, and Gabriela Frias and Daniela Patino, CNNE (CNN) — A humpback whale briefly swallowed a 24-year-old kayaker last…
Continue ReadingNYC mayor preps executive order allowing ICE agents into Rikers Island after meeting border czar
By Eric Levenson, Gloria Pazmino and Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — New York City Mayor Eric Adams said Thursday he will use his executive powers…
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Habitat for Humanity now accepting applications for 18 new homes in SW Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity says it is excited to announce that applications are now open for 18 new homes in southwest…
Continue ReadingEvacuations issued in Southern California as heavy rain brings threat of debris flows in areas scarred by wildfires
KCAL, KCBS, ANDREAS TOMRPOS, TEAM RUBICON USA, CNN By Hanna Park, Stephanie Elam, Robert Shackelford and Mary Gilbert, CNN (CNN) — Southern…
Continue ReadingTrump orders up a plan for more tariffs, even as inflation heats up
By Elisabeth Buchwald and David Goldman, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump doubled down on his extraordinary push for more balanced trade,…
Continue ReadingScores of firings have begun at federal agencies
By Rene Marsh and Tami Luhby, CNN (CNN) — Scores of firings have begun at federal agencies, with terminations of probationary employees…
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COCC board names Dr. Greg Pereira as college’s next president
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Community College board of directors announced Wednesday the appointment of Dr. Greg Pereira as the…
Continue ReadingIran is rearming its missile program and a ship of supplies just arrived from China, Western sources say
By Saskya Vandoorne, Gianluca Mezzofiore, Simone McCarthy and Yong Xiong, CNN (CNN) — The first of two vessels carrying 1,000 tons of a…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum introduces bipartisan bill focused on helping rural small businesses find funding
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., has introduced a bill that would require the SEC to annually report on the issues “rural small…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler responds to questions on road maintenance, DEIA, and federal funding freeze
From winter road maintenance to DEIA committees– and the biggest topic this month, the CFederal Funding Freeze, KTVZ News asked Bend Mayor Melanie…
Continue ReadingSenate confirms RFK Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary
By Clare Foran, Morgan Rimmer and Ted Barrett, CNN Washington (CNN) — The Senate voted on Thursday to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Health and…
Continue ReadingAmericans are finding it harder and harder to pay off their debt
By Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — Americans are having a harder time managing rising debt burdens and in some cases haven’t been this…
Continue Reading2024 was the deadliest year for journalists in over three decades. Nearly 70% were killed by Israel, report says
By Lucas Lilieholm, CNN (CNN) — Last year was the deadliest for journalists in more than three decades, with the majority killed in the Middle…
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American Heart Month: Bend mother shares how her daughter survived sudden cardiac arrest
Every second counts. Bend resident Mary Taft says quick CPR and the use of an AED saved her daughter’s…
Continue ReadingSnow Report: Thursday, February 13, AM
Snow is falling along the Cascades through the day, which should replenish your runs if you’re hitting the slopes…
Continue ReadingWe analyzed nearly 600 Hallmark cards. Here’s what we learned
By Lou Robinson and Soph Warnes, CNN Valentine’s Day means flowers, chocolate and picking out the perfect card to express your love. And what…
Continue ReadingUS wholesale prices remained high last month, a sign progress on inflation may have stalled
By Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — US wholesale inflation remained stubbornly elevated last month, another sign that even higher prices could be…
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