Oregon Department of Forestry’s new regional air-attack platform sees quick success
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s wildfire response continues to evolve with the Oregon Department of Forestry’s recent addition of regional air…
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As August begins, the Northwest already has seen 53 large fires on over 200,000 acres; most across U.S. human-caused
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As August begins, fire weather forecasters predict higher-than-average temperatures will continue to dry fuels in the region…
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‘She’s not protecting our well-being’: La Pine chief petitioner speaks out on why he began recall effort targeting Governor Kotek
A recall effort is underway against Oregon Governor Tina Kotek, and it’s led by a Central Oregonian. William Minnix, a resident of La Pine,…
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Oregon Army National Guard field artillery regiment returns from year-long Middle East deployment
HAPPY VALLEY, Ore. (KTVZ) – About 230 members of the Oregon Army National Guard’s 2nd Battalion, 218th Field Artillery Regiment returned to Oregon…
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August is here, and so is peak wildfire season: Oregon officials remind us to stay informed and be prepared
(Update: Adding video) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Oregon heads into its peak wildfire months, August and September, Oregon’s public safety services…
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Oregon Wildlife Foundation offers tips on how you can help wildlife during wildfires
(Update: Adding video) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ_ Oregon’s wildlife has evolved alongside fire, with many species adapted to periodic burns. However, the…
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Governor Kotek declares drought emergencies in Douglas, Morrow and Douglas counties, for a total of 5 Oregon counties so far
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Governor Tina Kotek said Monday she has declared a drought in Douglas, Morrow, and Union counties through Executive…
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Oregon Department of Justice renews urgent alert after another ‘gold bar scam’ victim loses large sum
The Oregon Department of Justice is issuing an urgent warning to Oregonians as reports of a sophisticated “gold bar scam” continue to climb in…
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Oregon State Parks raising visitor fees; day-use parking fees to take effect at La Pine, Prineville Reservoir state parks
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced Friday that it’s updating some visitor fees at select parks “as part of a…
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Governor Kotek issues notice of potential vetoes for 2025 Legislative Session
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) – On Thursdsay, pursuant to Article V, Section 15b(4), of the Oregon Constitution, Governor Tina Kotek provided notice to the…
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Happy half-birthday to Tula-Tu! Oregon Zoo’s elephant calf is just 6 months old, and already a star
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Zoo’s youngest Asian elephant is halfway to 1 today, and what a year it’s been so far: In her first six…
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I-5 traffic stop turns up 120 pounds of methamphetamine, cocaine and fentanyl pills; 2 men face federal charges
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two suspected drug traffickers face federal charges after they were caught transporting approximately 120 pounds of…
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Governor Kotek signs four education bills, says they aim to ‘build on the fundamentals,’ hold schools accountable
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek commemorated the signing Thursday of Senate Bill 141, House Bill 2140, House Bill 3037, and House Bill…
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End of July is a good time to give thirsty urban trees a good soaking, Oregon Department of Forestry says
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Forestry wants to remind urban homeowners that now is the perfect time to remember to water your…
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Coast Guard helicopter crew evacuates woman with health emergency from cruise ship off Washington coast
ASTORIA, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Coast Guard MH-60 helicopter crew from Air Station Astoria medevaced a woman experiencing a health emergency onboard the…
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‘Very different spot’: ODF says 2025 wildfire season has seen much less acreage burned so far, compared to last year
Millions of acres were burned across Oregon during the 2024 wildfire season. Six “mega-fires” (over 100,000 acres each) burned across Eastern…
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Tsunami advisory lifted along Northwest coast; no big waves, but officials still urging visitors to exercise caution
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Tsunami Advisory has been canceled for the coastal areas of Oregon and Washington from the Oregon-California border to the…
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A huge earthquake sent tsunami waves hurtling across the Pacific – but little damage was reported. Here’s what we know
By Lex Harvey, CNN (CNN) — One of the most powerful earthquakes in modern history shook Russia’s remote east coast Wednesday, sending tsunami…
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Oregon Department of Corrections outlines moves to improve health care after Department of Justice investigation
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Corrections said Tuesday it “has taken major steps to improve health care services for adults in…
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Oregon counties, cities and AFSCME union call on governor, top lawmakers to fix and stabilize transportation funding
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — In a unified call to action, the Association of Oregon Counties, the League of Oregon Cities and Oregon AFSCME sent a joint…
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