Oregon braces for Christmas Eve windstorm, travelers urged to plan ahead
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is urging travelers to plan carefully around a strong windstorm expected to…
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ODOT crews work to reopen roads closed by flooding, landslides; safety reminders offered
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Storm impacts continue to affect roads across Oregon, and travel is expected to remain challenging heading into the weekend,…
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Crook County Sheriff’s Office among recent recipients of high-capacity sandbagging machines
SALEM, Ore. — The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) has expanded statewide flood response capabilities with the distribution of five…
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Step into 2026: Free First Day hikes offered Jan. 1 at 25 state parks; here’s info on the four local outings
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Whether you prefer a moderate hike through a desert landscape or a paved wooded trail inside city limits, Oregon State Parks…
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U.S. House votes to delist gray wolves: Bentz in support, Bynum, fellow Oregon Democrats opposed
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — The U.S. House voted mostly along party lines Thursday to approve a bill that would remove Endangered Species Act protections…
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Oregon expects to add 141,000 jobs by 2034, a 6% rise; here’s what categories are expected to lead the way
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Employment Department projected Thursday that Oregon’s total employment will grow by 141,000 jobs, or 6% in the…
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Critical audit says Oregon’s Measure 110 efforts lack stability, coordination and clear data on results
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Measure 110 is still far from achieving its promise to help Oregonians struggling with addiction due to frequent policy…
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Pacific Power is prepared to respond to weather-related outages ahead of forecast storms
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pacific Power is keeping a close eye on a storm system moving into parts of Oregon and Washington, as KTVZ News has issued…
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Oregon Health Plan members can now receive free over-the-counter birth control pills at pharmacies
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Starting Tuesday, Oregon Health Plan (OHP / Medicaid) members will be able to get over-the-counter birth control pills,…
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield applauds court ruling blocking SNAP fines on states
(Update: Video Added) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Monday, a federal judge blocked efforts by the Trump administration to fine states millions of dollars…
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DECISION 2026: One-on-one with gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Former Oregon House Minority Leader and current state senator Christine Drazan brought her campaign for governor to Central…
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Oregon State Police launch statewide holiday traffic safety operation on Highway 97, surrounding highways
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Police (OSP) launched a large-scale traffic safety initiative Friday, ramping up patrols across Highway 97 and…
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Wyden, Senate colleagues demand answers from Forest Service after sharp drop in wildfire fuel reduction work
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., said Friday he and Senate colleagues are demanding information from the Trump administration about…
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Massive landslide closes state highway in Oregon’s Coast Range, takes out part of road
A large landslide following days of heavy rain and high water has closed Oregon Highway 229 in the Coast Range, the Oregon Department of…
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UPDATE: Campaign to send gas tax and vehicle fee hikes to voters turns in nearly 200,000 petition signatures
The chief petitioners on a referendum to have voters decide the fate of gas tax and vehicle fee increases aimed at funding ODOT delivered to the…
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The Bureau of Land Management continues successful prescribed burn season, contributes to resilience of lands
(Update: Video Added) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management says it is continuing a very successful prescribed burns season, with…
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AAAÂ Expects Sleigh-busting Crowds on the Move this Holiday Season
More than 122 million Americans including 1.7 million Oregonians ready to dash away PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA projects 122.4 million Americans (36% of…
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Oregon whooping cough cases hit record; pertussis vaccination, safety measures urged to protect babies
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pertussis cases in Oregon have reached an all-time high, the Oregon Health Authority said Wednesday, prompting state…
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Critical mineral: BLM approves lithium exploration drill sites in southeast Oregon’s Malheur County
VALE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management said Thursday it recently approved the expansion of lithium exploration activities in southern…
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Redmond High alum Mitch Dahlen to run Oregon State offense
CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Central Oregon native is coming home to help lead the Beavers’ offense. Redmond native Mitch Dahlen has been named…
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