K-pop superstars BTS announce end of hiatus with a new album and world tour in 2026
By Associated Press (CNN) — Their reunion? It’s smooth like butter. The K-pop septet BTS will return in spring 2026 with a new album and…
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To ensure firefighter safety, Bend Fire and Rescue carry bulletproof safety vests on each engine
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– As the world watches in shock as firefighters in Idaho were brutally attacked and gunned down while on a call. Bend Fire and…
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Lightning apparently sparks 10-acre brush fire in NE Redmond as thunderstorms rumble through region
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Lightning from one of several thunderstorms rumbling through Central Oregon Tuesday apparently sparked a brush fire that…
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C.O. Health Council launches ‘Be Well Central Oregon’ campaign, unveils Regional Health Improvement Plan
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Health Council is pleased to introduce a bold new campaign — Be Well Central Oregon — to mark the launch…
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Redmond city leaders approve emergency post-holiday fireworks ban due to wildfire concerns
After hearing comments from many in the community on the issue, Redmond city leaders approved a proposal Tuesday to ban the use of fireworks starting…
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‘The choice was made for us’: Bend’s Unofficial Logging Co. owner speaks of business closure
Following five years of community events, concerts, and axe-throwing, Bend’s Unofficial Logging Company is calling it quits as of Wednesday, July…
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Man arrested after ember from illegal trash burn sparks 2-acre fire in SW Redmond
A man burning trash illegally in southwest Redmond was arrested on a reckless burning charge Tuesday after an ember sparked a 2-acre vegetation fire,…
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The famed Clydesdale horses have a special mission for their rare Deschutes County Fair appearance
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales are making their way to Central Oregon for a rare appearance at the 2025 Bi-Mart…
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Problem Solvers: Gov. Kotek slams lawmakers after transportation bill fails, hundreds of ODOT layoffs announced
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The legislative session officially ended Friday, and transportation funding failed to pass. Democrats presented the package just…
Continue ReadingEndangered turtles share this Mexican beach with SpaceX rocket debris. The company says there’s no risk of harm
By Ivonne Valdes, Max Saltman, Ana Melgar and Isa Cardona, CNN (CNN) — The debris arrives in the rockets’ wake: melted plastics, aluminum and…
Continue ReadingIsraeli official says country has accepted 60-day Gaza ceasefire deal detailed by Trump
By Kristen Holmes, Kylie Atwood and Jeremy Diamond, CNN (CNN) — Israel has accepted the latest Gaza ceasefire and hostage release proposal,…
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Gas prices fall ahead of Fourth of July holiday; Bend’s average drops 8 cents a gallon in a week, AAA reports
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Gas prices are easing ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, AAA Oregon/Idaho reported Tuesday. Oregon and most other states…
Continue ReadingA plea deal is set to keep Bryan Kohberger locked up for life. Families of the Idaho victims have a range of emotions
CNN By Hanna Park, Josh Campbell and Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — The grieving family of 21-year-old Kaylee Goncalves spent weeks waiting for an…
Continue ReadingTrump brushes off past rivalry with DeSantis at opening of Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
CNN By Steve Contorno and Kit Maher, CNN (CNN) — Just months after President Donald Trump’s administration quietly moved to undercut a…
Continue ReadingBreaking down Trump’s big bill, VA morale, polar explorer: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! San Marino sits high on a hill in northeastern Italy, and it’s one of Europe’s smallest and most…
Continue ReadingDonald Trump dice que “tendría que arrestar” a Zohran Mamdani si desafía a los agentes de inmigración en Nueva York
Por Kit Maher, CNN El presidente de EE.UU. Donald Trump dijo que “tendrá que arrestar” Zohran Mamdani —quien se alzó con la victoria en las…
Continue Reading5 things to know for July 2: USAID, Ukraine munitions, Trump megabill, Climate change, Paramount settlement
CNN By Jade Walker, CNN (CNN) — Tennessee teens who pick on their classmates may soon have to walk to school. A new state law that took effect this…
Continue ReadingFood assistance recipient scammed, wants Indiana to improve card technology
By Kody Fisher Click here for updates on this story RICHMOND, Indiana (WISH) — A man who was recently scammed out of…
Continue ReadingTrump administration releases $175 million in federal funding to Penn after transgender athletes agreement
By Amanda Musa, Betsy Klein, CNN (CNN) — The Trump administration has released $175 million in previously frozen federal funding to the…
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Prineville man accused of ‘unprovoked attack,’ arrested on attempted murder, burglary and assault charges
(Update: Details of arraignment, crime, suspect’s history of mental illness) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville man was arrested Monday…
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