Central Oregon makes strides in reducing homelessness, count reveals
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The Homeless Leadership Coalition announced a significant decrease in homelessness for Bend and the Central Oregon region,…
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SeaPort Airlines launches seasonal service from Redmond, Oregon
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – SeaPort Airlines is launching new seasonal service from Redmond with flights scheduled to begin May 22nd with destinations…
Continue ReadingTrump’s bizarre behavior, solar revolution, life on the go: Catch up on the day’s stories
By Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Could a new name for a common medical condition help dispel myths? Experts hope renaming PCOS, which…
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Livestreamer known for posting racist content faces attempted murder charge after shooting outside courthouse
By Emma Tucker, Caroll Alvarado, CNN (CNN) — A livestreamer known for posting controversial videos using racial slurs toward Black people and…
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Bend-La Pine Schools hosting “Drive & Apply” events to recruit bus drivers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools is looking to hire 10 bus drivers as a wave of longtime employees retire, and the district is inviting…
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New Interview: Sen. Jeff Merkley Discusses Iran Conflict, Insider Trading
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — KTVZ’s Spencer Sacks spoke with Sen. Jeff Merkley on Wednesday to discuss his concerns and position on the Iran Conflict…
Continue ReadingVirginia’s new election map gets thrown out in a dispute about what ‘election’ means
By Harmeet Kaur, CNN (CNN) — Virginia’s Supreme Court dealt a blow to Democrats last week in the tit-for-tat redistricting war playing out…
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Deschutes Children’s Foundation expands support for nonprofits serving children and families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes Children’s Foundation announced May 13, 2026, it has office space available for nonprofit organizations dedicated to…
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On the road to Tehran, Iranians on edge as threat of resumption of war looms
By Chief Global Affairs Correspondent Matthew Chance, CNN Near Tabriz (CNN) — Flanked by glistening, snow-capped peaks, the long road to Tehran…
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Redmond East Gateway project seeks zoning change for commercial and industrial use
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, to review the proposed…
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Deschutes County launches Clean Cart education program in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Solid Waste, in collaboration with The Recycling Partnership, City of Bend, Cascade Disposal and Republic…
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Putin flexes muscle with test of powerful nuclear-capable missile
By Zahra Ullah, Brad Lendon, CNN Moscow (CNN) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed that what he called the world’s most powerful…
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New app from ODF helps Oregon residents check local burn regulations and stay safe
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — May is Wildfire Awareness Month and the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) is urging residents to take extra precautions to…
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1,700 passengers held on cruise ship over potential acute stomach bug sickness
By Joseph Ataman, Pierre P Bairin, Sophie Tanno, CNN (CNN) — As many as 1,700 passengers are being held on board a cruise ship in southwest…
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BLM seeks artist-in-residence to capture Oregon’s Yaquina Head beauty
SALEM, Ore. — The Bureau of Land Management is seeking an Artist-in-Residence at the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area in Newport, Oregon. The…
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Oregon Senator Ron Wyden demands answers on rise in detention times for unaccompanied minors
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden has expanded a comprehensive investigation into the federal agency…
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There’s Good News: Project Happy Face returns to Bend Farmers Market with mobile dermatology clinic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s Good News today, and it has to do with being proactive. Right now, it’s Melanoma Awareness Month. Throughout May,…
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Decision 2026: Oregon voters urged to use drop boxes as mail-in ballot deadline nears
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read is reminding voters that today marks the final recommended day to return ballots by mail…
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Increased patrols in Central Oregon as part of national seat belt blitz
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon law enforcement agencies are increasing patrols on local roadways. This initiative is part of the National…
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Court overturns Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions and orders new trial
By Eric Levenson, Dianne Gallagher, CNN (CNN) — The South Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned Alex Murdaugh’s murder convictions…
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