Teen kills classmates, teachers, and his grandparents in Thai gun rampage, police say
By Helen Regan, Kocha Olarn, Angie Puranasamriddhi, CNN Bangkok (CNN) — A teenage gunman went on a rampage at his high school in Thailand on…
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Habitat for Humanity gets $350k for affordable housing project
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend City Council approved $350,000 in homebuyer assistance Thursday to support eight local households purchasing homes…
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Highway 26 between Prineville and Mitchell remains closed, possibly through the weekend
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, if you plan to drive through Central Oregon, plan for continued delays. U.S. Highway 26 remains closed…
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Fire restrictions remain in effect on Oregon and Washington BLM lands
OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire restrictions remain in effect on all BLM public lands in Oregon and Washington as wildfire activity continues. BLM…
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Wildfire Victims: Free screening of ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ scheduled for August 9th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families affected by the recent Central Oregon wildfires are being invited to enjoy a free day at the movies this weekend. The…
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Sept. 1 deadline nears for Oregon Summer EBT food assistance
OREGON (KTVZ) — Families in Oregon have until Sept. 1, 2026, to apply for food assistance through the Summer EBT program. The program provides $120…
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Saudi Arabia braces for attacks on ports and airports by Iraqi militias working with Iran-backed Houthis
By Nic Robertson, Hira Humayun, CNN (CNN) — Saudi Arabia is bracing for a “multiple coordinated attacks” by Iraqi militias factions and…
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3 new doctors join Madras residency program aimed at expanding rural healthcare
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three new medical residents joined the Three Sisters Rural Track Program in Madras this week to focus on rural family…
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Alleged arsonist admits to starting one Spokane wildfire and more than two dozen others since last year, prosecutors say
By Emma Tucker, CNN The alleged arsonist in the first of three devastating wildfires in Washington state that have been burning over the past several…
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US-backed democracy talks start in Venezuela without Nobel laureate Machado
By Anabella González, Germán Padinger, Michael Rios, CNN (CNN) — The Venezuelan government met with opposition figures in Caracas on Thursday…
Continue ReadingReturning flames, fed-up health workers, skydiver’s delivery: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Gina Park, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Should you always brace your core? If you’ve spent any time in a gym, you’ve probably heard that…
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Former Bend-La Pine Schools bus driver charged with 19 misdemeanors following April incident
(Update: adding ‘former’ – the bus driver is no longer employed with Bend-La Pine Schools) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A former Bend-La Pine Schools bus…
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Pilot killed in plane crash indicted by Deschutes County Grand Jury hours before incident, case dismissed following death
Update: As of August 6th, Deschutes County Circuit Court records show the pending case against Steven Charlton has been dismissed. The judgment of…
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Oregon Health Officials Issue Wildfire Smoke Safety Advisory as Summer Fires Persist
BEND, Ore. — KTVZ’s weather team has issued a Local Alert Weather Day for Central Oregon due to air quality from wild fire smoke. The Oregon Health…
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Decision 2026: KTVZ News to Host Oregon’s 5th Congressional District Debate on October 14
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News will host a LIVE debate featuring the Democrat and Republican candidates for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District on…
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Police arrest man in connection with deadly March burglary on NW Braid Drive in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police detectives arrested a second suspect Tuesday in connection with a March burglary and death investigation on NW Braid…
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Emerald ash borer expands into Beaverton, Salem and rockcreek area
BEAVERTON, Ore. (KTVZ) — The emerald ash borer has been confirmed in several new locations across northwest Oregon, including first-time detections…
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US suspends avocado inspections in Mexican state, potentially disrupting fruit’s export from top producing region
By Michael Rios, CNN (CNN) — The US suspended government activities in Mexico’s Michoacan state on Wednesday due to an unspecified “threat…
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FAA orders inspection of hundreds of 737 Max jets for cracks
By Pete Muntean, CNN (CNN) — The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets for cracks in the…
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Alex Murdaugh’s lawsuit against former court clerk is dismissed by a federal judge
By Dianne Gallagher, CNN (CNN) — A federal judge on Wednesday dismissed Alex Murdaugh’s lawsuit against the former clerk of court whose…
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