Fire intensifies near Sisters, Oregon with wind and heat driving new activity
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fire activity intensified today near Sisters, Ore., with short-range spotting occurring in the southeast part of the fire.…
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Extreme Fire Danger Across Central Oregon: Here’s How You Can Help
Hot, dry weather, low humidity, and occasional gusty winds continue to keep fire danger very high across Central Oregon. With several active…
Continue Reading‘There is freedom’: Why Asian women are leaving their husbands in their 50s and 60s
By Jessie Yeung, Yumi Asada, CNN (CNN) — Eiko Toyama had waited 32 years to leave her husband. Throughout their marriage, she said, she did all…
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FIRE ALERT: Progress Update on Central Oregon Wildfires Released, Here’s the latest as of Saturday Evening
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters in Central Oregon are actively managing multiple wildfires today as red flag warning conditions, including gusty…
Continue Reading FIRE ALERT: Ochoco National Forest Emergency Closures Due to Wildfires
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Ochoco National Forest expanded emergency area closures yesterday at 5:00 p.m. due to critical fire activity on…
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This Just In: Idaho climber missing on Mt. Jefferson
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jared John Empey, a 37-year-old climber from Kuna, Idaho, is missing after falling on Mount Jefferson last Friday. Recovery…
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‘A miracle’: Teen murdered nearly 26 years ago identified through genetic genealogy
By Sneha Dhandapani, Chris Boyette, CNN After nearly 26 years, “Chelsea Jane Doe” was finally identified by her name this summer: Tiffany…
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For years, the US went after Mexico’s drug lords. Now it’s looking at the politicians
By Mary Beth Sheridan, CNN Mexico City (CNN) — For decades, drug lords with names like “El Chapo” and “El Mencho” have been the poster…
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India’s education minister resigns after days of ‘Cockroach’ youth protests over exam paper leaks
By Rhea Mogul, CNN (CNN) — India’s education minister said Saturday he had resigned in a major victory for young protesters, whose spiraling…
Continue ReadingWhat’s horned, fluffy, and ethically dubious? Yak clones
By Jessie Yeung, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — On the high-altitude plains of Tibet, ringed by snowy mountains and buffeted by harsh winds, scientists…
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Singer d4vd’s preliminary hearing sheds new light on the investigation into teen girl’s killing. Here are the takeaways
By Jason Kravarik, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — A preliminary hearing revealed new details on some of the evidence prosecutors say they have…
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Jefferson County Fair offers new attractions, sheriff’s trading cards
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Jefferson County Fair is currently underway, offering classic fair attractions and entertainment despite ongoing wildfires…
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Balloons Over Bend lifts off with morning launches, Night Glow events this weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The annual “Balloons Over Bend” event is taking place this weekend in Central Oregon, offering morning balloon flights and…
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Decision 2026: Petition to ban hunting and fishing in Oregon fails to make November ballot
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office, IP-28 – also known as Initiative Petition 28, failed to gather enough…
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Deschutes County Search and Rescue crews rescue two hikers in back-to-back missions
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue volunteers responded to two back-to-back missions this week,…
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Substance in Houston ICE shooting van was not drugs, district attorney’s office says testing confirms
By Elise Hammond, Ed Lavandera, Ashley Killough, Emma Tucker, CNN (CNN) — The substance collected from the van driven by Lorenzo Salgado Araujo…
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Gov. Tina Kotek’s addresses the latest on the Akawa Butte Fire
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek visited Central Oregon Friday to tour the Akawa Butte Fire, announcing federal approval for a Fire Management…
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Oregon health officials investigate local cyclical outbreaks during lettuce recall
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is investigating two Oregon residents who developed Cyclospora infections. These cases are…
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Investigators reveal new details of school shooting after guilty plea, emotional victim statements
By Eric Levenson and CNN Staff (CNN) – Colt Gray, now 16, pleaded guilty Friday to murder and other crimes for the 2024 shooting at his high…
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Oregon Governor Tina Kotek in Central Oregon as Akawa Butte Fire Becomes Nation’s Top Wildfire Priority
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Akawa Butte Fire has been designated as the nation’s top priority wildfire, ensuring additional resources are available for…
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