Gov. Kotek signs legislation to improve access to mental health and addiction services
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek today signed five bills at the University of Oregon’s Ballmer Institute in Portland, Ore., aimed at…
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Portland firefighter accused of luring Deschutes County child
This article was written by Jamie Parfitt with KGW News PORTLAND, Ore. — A Portland firefighter was arrested Wednesday after investigators…
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Oregon State study highlights link between social media and loneliness in adults
CORVALLIS, Ore. – A new study from Oregon State University scientists suggests that social media connections with strangers can contribute to…
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Oregon Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony honors 199 fallen officers
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A solemn ceremony in Oregon honored fallen law enforcement officers on Tuesday. The annual Oregon Law Enforcement Memorial…
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Gov. Tina Kotek warns of potentially severe 2026 wildfire season amid drought, low snowpack
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek received a comprehensive briefing today from state wildfire leaders regarding the potentially severe 2026…
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Record-breaking low water levels pose hazards for Oregon boaters
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB) and the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) issued a joint safety warning to…
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There’s Good News: Bend father-daughter duo honored for preserving Nisei veterans’ history in Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend father-daughter duo is being honored for helping preserve Oregon history. Eric Ballinger and his daughter Mia Ballinger…
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Wyden, Merkley push “Puppy Protection Act” to crack down on cruel breeding practices
OREGON (KTVZ) — U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley have introduced legislation aimed at strengthening protections for dogs under the care of…
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Warm winter and dry spring spell trouble for Oregon’s tree population
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon trees are facing another challenging year as climate change continues to impact the state. This spring’s conditions are…
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18 Central Oregon nonprofits receives Community Foundation Award grant totaling over $300k
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Community Foundation awarded 258 grants totaling nearly $5.2 million to nonprofit organizations across all 36…
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Homeowners encouraged to take action as Wildfire Awareness Month begins
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Fire Marshal is encouraging residents to complete defensible space and home hardening projects during Wildfire…
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Oregon mom creates app to connect neighbors with local farm stands
WHITE CITY, Ore. (KTVZ) — An Oregon mom is turning a simple drive through rural communities into a way to connect neighbors with local food. Tiffany…
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BREAKING NEWS: 6 injured, including suspect, in stabbing at Foss High School in Tacoma
This article was written by Jake Johns with KING-5 Seattle TACOMA, Wash. — Four students, a security guard and the suspect were injured in a…
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Oregon sees dramatic drop in tobacco sales to minors
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon has seen a significant decrease in tobacco sales violations to youth, with only 11% of retailers selling to minors during…
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Oregon Secretary of State launches Oregon Blue Book photo contest for 2027-2028 edition
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read announced the start of the 2027-2028 Oregon Blue Book Cover Photo Contest today in…
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Decision 2026: Deadline looms for Oregon voters to register or change party affiliation
(Correction: Party Affiliation Deadline was Tuesday, April 28th) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The final day to register to vote or change party affiliation…
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Oregon gas prices soar double digits as surge hits 49 states
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Gas prices are up in 49 states this week, with 38 states, including Oregon, showing double-digit increases. Drivers are…
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Baby born on Delta airplane, midflight from Atlanta to Portland
This article was written by Vince Ybarra with KPTV PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) — A Delta flight took to the skies from Atlanta with 153 customers in tow,…
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Oregon regulators issue cease-and-desist order to ClearShare Health
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) has issued a cease-and-desist order to ClearShare Health and its affiliates…
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Coalition of AGs challenges Trump’s executive order on mail-in voting, including Oregon’s Dan Rayfield
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Attorney General Dan Rayfield and a coalition of 23 other attorneys general, along with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro,…
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