Community meeting scheduled in Prineville regarding Rowe Creek Fire
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, much of our region will be under a red flag warning, as firefighters continue to button up the active…
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30 years after Skeleton fire, Deschutes fire agencies urge residents to prepare for next wildfire
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thirty years after the Skeleton Fire burned more than 17,000 acres southeast of Bend, local fire agencies are urging Central…
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Attorneys for Nolan Wells’ friends threaten to sue the Rev. Al Sharpton for defamation
By Alisha Ebrahimji, Holly Yan, Dalia Faheid, CNN (CNN) — The Rev. Al Sharpton, who has spoken publicly about the death of Nolan Wells and…
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Big Ol fish: Matt lands a monster 20-Pound Chinook on the Deschutes
In this week’s Big Ol’ Fish, local anglers shared their notable catches, including a large brown trout from Wickiup Reservoir, a small mouth bass…
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BendFilm unveils first 22 competition features for 2026 festival
BEND, Ore. — The countdown to the 23rd annual Bend Film Festival is underway, with organizers announcing the first 22 competition features selected…
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Oregon Working Families Party nominates Gov. Tina Kotek for reelection
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Working Families Party has cross-nominated Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek for a second term in the state’s gubernatorial…
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Decision 2026: Republican candidate Drazan vows to fight for all of Oregon in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Republican gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan met with local business leaders and workers during a campaign stop in…
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Wyden and Merkley introduce bill to block domestic abusers from buying guns
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ)— U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley joined Congressional colleagues Friday to introduce legislation aimed at preventing…
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In the city where Haitian deportees are being sent, locals say they’re not ready
By Caitlin Stephen Hu, and Etant Dupain (CNN) — Haiti’s northern coast is where the country faces the vast Atlantic with all its baggage.…
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Oregon approved for own health insurance marketplace starting Nov. 1, 2026
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Oregon has received conditional approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to launch Explore Health, a new…
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Friday Night Races at Mount Bachelor, “What’s Your Wild Ride” Car Show in Redmond, The River’s Place Free Swing Lesson
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Adrielle Hasara highlights three local events, from the Friday Night Races at…
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Zelensky vows response after Russian strike on shopping mall kills 16
By Kosta Gak, Issy Ronald, CNN (CNN) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has vowed to respond to a brutal Russian “double-tap” strike…
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Lindsay Clancy’s triple-murder trial nears its end as defense attorney rests his case
By Nicki Brown, CNN (CNN) — The defense rested Friday in Lindsay Clancy’s triple-murder trial, as the case – which has ignited…
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COCC student government offers paid leadership roles
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College student government will offer several paid positions for students seeking to develop…
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‘Life is not rosy here’: Migrant workers in Spain’s greenhouses tell of poor pay and hardships
By Vasco Cotovio, Jomana Karadsheh, Li-Lian Ahlskog Hou, and Li-Lian Ahlskog Hou, CNN Almería province, Spain (CNN) — On a hot sunny summer…
Continue ReadingWorld’s oldest person Ethel Caterham celebrates 117th birthday
By Sadie Andrew, CNN (CNN) — The world’s oldest person, British woman Ethel Caterham, celebrated her 117th birthday on Friday. Caterham, who…
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Furry Friends: Sir Rattles is very chatty!
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Sir Rattles is still waiting to find his forever home! This talkative cat has plenty to say and enjoys showing affection with…
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Python receives pioneering cancer treatment usually used in humans
By Charlotte Reck, CNN (CNN) — A 15-foot python has made an impressive recovery after becoming what is believed to be the first snake in the…
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Prince Harry, Elton John and other celebrities hit with initial $13 million bill after losing case against UK tabloid
By Issy Ronald, Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN London (CNN) — Prince Harry and six other high-profile figures will have to make an initial payment…
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