ODFW investigating entanglement of stranded young humpback whale that was euthanized
NEWPORT, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is helping investigate the entanglement in crab fishing gear of a young humpback…
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Oregon Rep. Cliff Bentz issues statement on his vote in favor of release of the Jeffrey Epstein files
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Ore., issued a statement Wednesday regarding his yes vote earlier this week on H.R. 4405, the Epstein Files…
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Projected state budget deficit shrinks dramatically, but governor and lawmakers say Oregonians are still struggling
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The state of Oregon’s projected budget deficit has shrunk dramatically due to “economic resilience” that brought higher…
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PacifiCorp reaches $150 million settlement with over 1,400 victims of destructive Labor Day 2020 wildfires
PORTLAND, Ore. (Nov. 19, 2025) — PacifiCorp announced Wednesday it has reached a $150 million settlement with 1,434 plaintiffs associated with…
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Oregon, other states reach $7 million settlement of rental price-fixing lawsuit against nation’s largest landlord
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced Wednesday a bipartisan coalition of nine states have filed a proposed $7…
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Governor Kotek signs gun bill that bans rapid-fire devices, clarifies where firearms can, can’t be carried
(Update: Video Added) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek hosted an event Tuesday commemorating the signing of Senate Bill 243, known as…
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Oregon’s wolves surge to historic high, but sparks new farm frustration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s wolf population is on the rise, reaching its highest numbers in years and fueling hope for species recovery among…
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Oregon sees surge in wolf attacks on livestock in Eastern Oregon
(Update: Adding video) MORROW COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon wildlife officials have confirmed a new series of wolf attacks on livestock in Eastern…
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Floating solar panels show promise, but new OSU-USGS study finds the environmental impacts vary by location
(Update: Adding video) CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Floating solar panels are emerging as a promising clean energy solution with environmental…
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Oregon, Bend gas prices hold steady ahead of Thanksgiving, but AAA says pipeline outage could push them higher
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Gas prices remain relatively stable as we approach Thanksgiving. with most states seeing prices change by a nickel or less…
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Humpback whale beached near Yachats, officials ask visitors to keep away
UPDATE: The humpback whale that washed ashore on the Oregon Coast over the weekend has now died, despite an intense, days-long rescue effort. Experts…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum, Florida Republican introduce bill to address shortage of home appraisers, boost housing access
Update: Adding video WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., and Byron Donalds, R-Fla., said Monday they have introduced the…
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OSU researchers develop first-ever common language for cannabis and hemp aromas
Update: Adding video CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon State University researchers say they have taken a significant step toward creating a…
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Pikas are potato-sized squeakers – and now we’re learning how many call Central Oregon home
Update: Adding video PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s a good time to be a pika in Oregon, or a volunteer trained to spot them. New survey data…
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Oregon Guard welcomes home soldiers with demobilization ceremony following one-year deployment
FOREST GROVE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon National Guard formally welcomed home approximately 230 members on Sunday in Forest Grove following a…
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Judge rules in favor of public defense firm suing Oregon to fight the state’s caseloads
OREGON CITY, Ore. (KGW) — A Clackamas County judge struck down a provision in a new contract between the state of Oregon and public defense firms…
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Oregon DOC reviews sentences under new court guidance
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Corrections is reviewing prison sentences again, following new guidance from the state Supreme Court on…
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Oregon GOP leaders lead petition over Oregon Department of Transportation funding
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — a new petition from Oregon’s GOP is challenging the state’s latest controversial transportation funding bill—pushing to…
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Families urged to stop using ByHeart infant formula amid botulism outbreak; two Oregon cases tied to recalled products
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — State agencies continue to track botulism cases linked to a nationally recalled infant formula — including two cases of…
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How a new Oregon marker highlights the courage of Japanese American WWII Soldiers
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The community of Hood River, in partnership with the Oregon Travel Information Council, unveiled a new…
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