Flexibility and conservation efforts urged as drought unfolds in Oregon
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drought conditions are continuing to impact water availability and irrigation operations across the region. Ongoing…
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A Texas man accused of killing his pregnant wife fled to Italy weeks before trial. He’s asking a judge not to send him back
By Chris Boyette, Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN (CNN) — A Texas man, weeks away from standing trial for the death of his pregnant wife, showed up in…
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Oct. 7 attackers could face death penalty after Israel approves war crimes tribunal
By Tal Shalev, CNN (CNN) — Hundreds of Hamas militants accused of committing war crimes during their October 2023 attack could face the death…
Continue ReadingTeen takeovers, chewing gum ruse, ‘Wordle’ game show: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! The word game that reeled people in and went V-I-R-A-L a few years back is expanding to TV.…
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Visualizing the hantavirus cruise outbreak in maps and charts
By Henrik Pettersson, Renée Rigdon, Lou Robinson, Gillian Roberts, CNN (CNN) — The hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship…
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Iran’s ‘garbage’ peace offering is proof it thinks it has won the war
By Mostafa Salem, CNN (CNN) — The United States waited 10 days for Iran’s response to its framework for ending the war. When Tehran’s…
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Michael Hartke to succeed Dr. Steve Gordon as St. Charles Health System CEO
Michael Hartke will become the next President and CEO of St. Charles Health System, with his official transition taking place July 5. He will succeed…
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The Local Lens – Episode 8 – Amy Sabbadini Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Amy Sabbadini who is running for Deschutes County…
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 7 – Amanda Page Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Amanda Page who is running for Deschutes County…
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 6 – Samuel Facey Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Samuel Facey who is running for Deschutes County…
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 5 – Lauren Connally Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Lauren Connally who is running for Deschutes County…
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 4 – Gary W. Campbell Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Gary W. Campbell who is running for Deschutes County…
Continue Reading The Local Lens – Episode 3 – Charles Webster Baer Interview
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Charles Webster Baer who is running for Deschutes County Commissioner.…
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History Bricks 2026: Recreate Deschutes County landmarks with LEGO
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes Historical Museum is hosting the History Bricks 2026 LEGO Contest, inviting community members to recreate historic…
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Newberry Volcano arts and culture celebration to take place in Bend, here’s how you can attend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Origins Project will present “Echoes of Eruption,” a multifaceted program exploring the Newberry Volcano through…
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Oregon Lottery Revenue Bond sale generates $140.1M for affordable housing and more
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s recent Lottery Revenue Bond sale successfully generated $140.1 million this month, providing crucial funding for…
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‘Coolest Thing Made in Oregon’ contest returns, submission window open now
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon Business & Industry has announced the fourth annual ‘Coolest Thing Made in Oregon’ contest is open now through July.…
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Crook County Fire and Rescue closes outdoor pile burning, moves to summer burning restrictions
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to Crook County Fire and Rescue, outdoor debris pile burning closed on Saturday, May 9th. Summer burning…
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Deschutes County prepares for fire season with alert system test May 13th
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County residents are preparing for fire season this May as the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office of…
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Gas prices in Oregon rise to $5.27, up 30.4 cents from last month
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening now, average gasoline prices in Oregon have risen 8.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $5.27 cents a…
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