Deschutes County’s population has grown the most in Oregon this decade; Crook County’s growth rate tops state
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Halfway through the 2020s – a decade in which Americans’ lives were greatly impacted by the COVID…
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Driver alert: ODOT to begin nighttime curb ramp upgrades on U.S. Highway 20 in Sisters
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Transportation begins several weeks of overnight construction on Sunday night along U.S. Highway 20…
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Central Oregon experiencing hard-hitting allergy season, but there are treatment options that can help
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon residents are facing a surge in allergy symptoms. The obvious culprit is the blooming juniper, but birch pollen…
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There’s Good News: Shepherd’s House expands housing for women and children with $3 million award
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shepherd’s House Ministries has received a $3 million award to grow their “Abi’s House” program, which houses at-risk women and…
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Increased transportation options for Prineville and Central Oregon residents
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit is expanding its Dial-A-Ride service beginning March 30 to increase transportation options for…
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UPDATE: Doorbell, driveway videos help deputies ID, arrest suspect in string of La Pine vehicle break-ins, thefts
Videos from several doorbell and driveway security cameras helped Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies identify and arrest a La Pine man responsible…
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Developer Taylor Brooks sells lot at Bend’s Juniper Ridge to Central Oregon Irrigation District
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Real estate developer Taylor Brooks recently announced that it has sold Lot 5 of the Cooley Road Industrial Lots subdivision…
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There’s Good News: Sprouts Montessori of Bend awarded $719,200 state grant
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sprouts Montessori of Bend has been awarded a $719,200 property acquisition grant to open a new licensed child care facility for…
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SuperDeluxe in Bend suddenly shuts down operations
(Update: adding more background information on SuperDeluxe, and its bankruptcy). BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — SuperDeluxe has officially closed its…
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City of Redmond issues call for artists for exhibit of paintings to honor America’s 250th birthday
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond’s Commission for Art in Public Places announced Thursday a call for Oregon artists…
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Redmond man arrested and indicted on child sex abuse charges following DCSO investigation
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 23-year-old Redmond man was indicted by a Deschutes County grand jury this week6 on 20 felony counts related to the sharing…
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Crook County Democrats schedule ‘No Kings’ protest for March 28th
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) President Trump’s administration is facing mounting criticism as masked agents are deployed in American streets, targeting…
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Snowpack Shortfall: What a dry winter means for Central Oregon water supply
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon is experiencing one of its driest winters in more than 30 years, leaving the basin with a snowpack…
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The Cowsills to perform benefit concert for Jefferson County Historical Museum project
(Update: adding comments from Paul Cowsill and board member of historical society) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A classic American pop-rock group is…
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City Of Madras confronts conditions behind Madras Homeless Shelter, implements camping ordinance & clean up
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening now, The City of Madras staff are confronting conditions in the area behind the Madras Homeless Shelter. The City…
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Oregon gas prices hit record high, nearing $5 per gallon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gas prices continue to soar due to the Iran conflict, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, Middle East energy…
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PIE Fest 2026: $69,000 donated to Central Oregon nonprofits by business members
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The business membership program Purpose in Expenses distributed nearly $69,000 to Central Oregon nonprofits during a community…
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Crook County Foundation Scholarship Applications open, CCHS seniors & those seeking higher education eligible to apply
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Foundation opened its 2026 Scholarship Applications on March 16th, offering funding opportunities for…
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Oregon sends 21 firefighters to North Carolina for wildfire assistance
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) The Oregon Department of Forestry deployed 21 firefighters and one agency representative to North Carolina over the weekend. The…
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Care for the Land ‘Spring Trash Bash’ set for May 30th in Central Oregon
CABIN BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Discover Your Northwest will host the first annual Care for the Land ‘Spring Trash Bash’ on May 30th in the Cabin Butte…
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