Oregon doctors urge prevention and protection as respiratory virus season begins
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Respiratory virus season is arriving in Oregon as flu activity climbs across the state. Health officials warn that while overall…
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LIVE BLOG: Decision 2026 – WATCH Debate with Candidates for Redmond Mayor NOW on FOX
6:50 PM – Patrick’s closing statement: He’s had 26 years volunteering as a city councilor, been apart of watching how the City works, worked with…
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Heart of Oregon Corps hosts ribbon cutting ceremony for new Redmond campus
Redmond, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Heart of Oregon Corps has opened a 3.4-acre youth workforce development campus in Redmond, Oregon the new facility…
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Dry Canyon Arts Association Makes $40,000 Donation Towards Art Education in Redmond Schools
Redmond, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Dry Canyon Arts Association presented a $40,000 donation to the Redmond School District’s JumpStart Art Program during a…
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Redmond breaks ground on new youth mental health treatment center
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority and community partners broke ground Tuesday, Sept. 29, on a 16-bed residential mental health…
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Deschutes County hosts free hazardous waste disposal days through October
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Solid Waste will host three free household hazardous waste collection events in La Pine, Sisters…
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FEMA Delivers $9 Million to Help Fire and First Responder Organizations in Oregon, Idaho and Washington
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency awarded more than $9 million in grant funding this week to fire departments and first…
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COCC Faculty Plan ‘Last Chance Rally’ as Strike Deadline Nears
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College faculty members are planning a rally Thursday as contract negotiations enter their final days…
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Dan Rayfield and 20 states sue to block Trump administration’s pollution rollback
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield filed a lawsuit today against the Trump administration challenging the repeal of federal…
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Gov. Tina Kotek leads coalition of five governors in plea to delay Medicaid changes
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek led a coalition of five governors Thursday in requesting additional time from federal officials to implement…
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Trinity Lutheran School plans expansion with new football and baseball programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Trinity Lutheran School in Bend, Ore., announced plans Thursday to expand its high school athletic offerings by adding football…
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Oregon launches Charge into Fire Safety campaign as battery fires increase
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — October marks Fire Prevention Month in Oregon and state fire officials are warning residents about the growing hazards…
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley introduced legislation to extend funding for the Secure Rural Schools program for three…
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‘Batacular’ brings bat-themed education to Bend on Oct. 24
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest and nonprofit Discover Your Northwest will host “Batacular,” an educational event featuring…
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Decision 2026: WATCH – Candidates for Deschutes County Sheriff Debate
Editor’s Note: This debate aired at 6 pm on September 30, 2026 on KFXO-TV LIVE BLOG: 6:47 pm – McLaughlin’s Closing Statement: Thank you for caring…
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New Equipment Donated to Crook County High School’s Music Program, Hoping to Establish Marching Band
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County High School announced on Wednesday that following a generous donation, the school has purchased new drumline…
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Drones assist Redmond Police in apprehension of two burglary suspects
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the Redmond Police Department, drones helped officers locate and arrest two theft suspects Tuesday morning…
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Oregon Zoo maintains its status as a national leader in animal care
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Zoo has earned another five years of accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The announcement…
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Recreational use advisory downgraded to a precaution for Prineville Reservoir
Prineville, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Oregon Health Authority downgraded the recreational health advisory for Prineville Reservoir to a precaution today.…
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Oregon students reminded of potential SNAP food benefit eligibility
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As college students return to campuses across Oregon, state officials are reminding them they may qualify for SNAP food…
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