Long-time community advocate Family Access Network welcomes its newest board member
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Megan Geiss of Bend has joined the Family Access Network (FAN) foundation Board of Directors, the organization announced…
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OSU scientists develop new material that destroys cancer cells
PORTLAND, Ore. — Scientists at Oregon State University have developed a nanomaterial that triggers chemical reactions to kill cancer cells through…
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Oregon Revenue Chair’s agree to proposed Revenue Deal, ODOT Funding Still Uncertain
(Update: Added quotes from Senator Anthony Broadman and Representative Emerson Levy. Correction, proposed deal was made by leaders of the Revenue…
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Oregon-based alpine skier Jackie Wiles headed to her fourth Olympics
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon-based alpine skier Jackie Wiles just qualified for her fourth Olympics and will head to Cortina to represent Team USA.…
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Oregon Zoo’s youngest elephant celebrates first birthday with message of hope
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Asian elephant calf Tula-Tu, the youngest member of the Oregon Zoo’s elephant herd, just marked a major milestone: her…
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Oregon corrects tax credit error affecting early filers
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue says its free online filing tool, Direct File Oregon, has been updated to fix an error that…
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Veterans ski weekend brings healing and camaraderie to Mount Bachelor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Veterans’ mental and physical health remains a major concern. According to a 2023 Veterans Affairs report, roughly 31%…
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Oregon’s top election officer says lawmakers can move up transportation referendum date – if they act quickly
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capitol Chronicle SALEM, Ore. — Democratic lawmakers and Gov. Tina Kotek have less than one month to pass a bill if they…
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Oregon’s high school graduation rate inches up to record high, still below U.S. average; look up your school, district
(Update: Adding Crook County, Redmond statements) By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon high schoolers in the…
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Team USA Opening Ceremony sweaters made using Central Oregon wool, celebration planned in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shaniko Wool Company, located in the small town of Shaniko, Oregon, just north of Antelope, has been honored once again with an…
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On eve of Oregon Legislature’s short session, budget crisis and transportation funding top lawmakers’ agenda
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting Monday, legislators from across Oregon will gather in Salem for a 35-day “short session” sprint to tackle some of the…
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Fewer immigrants are seeking Oregon health care benefits under Trump
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. — Thousands fewer people are receiving health care through a Medicaid-like Oregon program…
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Oregon DHS taking steps to protect rural access to SNAP benefits; Jefferson, Crook counties included
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting next Monday, Feb. 1, some people who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits and live…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum pitches patchwork ‘K-30’ plan to tackle generational affordability issues
By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital Chronicle WEST LINN, Ore.— At a library in suburban West Linn, nursing students, millennial parents and recent…
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Oregon in top 10 of America’s most arts-vibrant communities for third consecutive year
(Update: Video Added) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon has secured its spot as a national cultural staple, coming in at number 10 in the 10th annual Arts…
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West Coast Health Alliance endorses updated immunization guidelines
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) is voicing strong support for the American Academy of Pediatrics’ newly updated…
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Tigard mother, daughter indicted on forced labor and health care fraud charges
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Just days after the City of Bend recognized Human Trafficking Awareness Month with a proclamation, federal prosecutors…
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OSP K-9 team seizes meth and cocaine during I-5 traffic stop in Marion County
MARION COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Police say a routine traffic stop on Interstate 5 led to a major drug seizure in Marion County. On Friday…
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Portland police identify, arrest suspect in shooting of two officers
By Anthony Macuk, KGW PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW) — Portland police said Monday they have arrested a man suspected of shooting two police officers in the…
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Authorities identify climber killed in 300-foot fall on Mount Hood
Authorities on Monday identified a climber from Portland who was killed in a 300-foot fall on Mount Hood on Sunday morning when he apparently lost…
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