City Club of Central Oregon to host forum on urban renewal future
The City Club of Central Oregon will host a community forum on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026, to discuss the future of urban renewal in Central Oregon. The…
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Ask the Mayor: Redmond’s Ed Fitch responds to questions regarding cannabis dispensaries, firework usage, and more
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From questions regarding the amount of cannabis dispensaries allowed within city limits to reports of illegal firework usage…
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This Just In: Multiple Lightning Strikes Reported by Mt. Bachelor, Firefighting Aircraft Dispatched
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From Mt. Bachelor’s “Cloud Chaser” camera, a plume of smoke can be seen in the distance. According to the Department of…
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Crooked River Roundup races kick off in Prineville with four nights of high-stakes action
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 60th annual Crooked River Roundup parimutuel horse races kick off Wednesday night at the Crook County Fairgrounds,…
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Ochoco Viewpoint to remain open until 10 p.m. throughout summer season
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rep. Vikki Breese-Iverson announced today that Ochoco Viewpoint in Prineville, Ore., will remain open until 10 p.m., an…
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Redmond City Council considers fireworks ban after Independence Day fires
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond City Council is considering a fireworks ban following multiple fire-related calls during Independence Day…
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Senator Merkley discusses new aviation safety bill, ICE activity, and more with KTVZ News
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Oregon) sat down with KTVZ News on Wednesday to discuss new legislation he says is aimed at…
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Madras leaders approve deal for former Initiative Brewing property after closure
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Madras Redevelopment Commission (MRC) and Madras City Council yesterday approved a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the…
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Dutch Bros to donate $1 per drink for Make-A-Wish Oregon this Friday
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ)—Dutch Bros Coffee and the Dutch Bros Foundation are partnering with Make-A-Wish Oregon for a fundraiser this Friday, July 17. The…
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Deschutes National Forest opens comment period for restoration project
Sisters, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest has opened a public comment period for the draft Environmental Assessment of the Sisters…
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Central Oregon Builders Association announces Tour of Homes winners
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Builders Association has announced the winners for the 2026 Tour of Homes. The event, which continues this…
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Oregon unemployment rate held steady at 5.2% in June
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s unemployment rate remained at 5.2% in June, unchanged from the previous month and one year ago, while the U.S. rate…
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Oregon Zoo rhino Tamu reaches 2,040 pounds as conservation efforts continue
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tamu, a 2-year-old male eastern black rhino at the Oregon Zoo, now weighs 2,040 pounds. Born on Dec. 4, 2023, he is nearing…
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New Natural Grocers store to occupy former JoAnn’s Fabrics building in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Natural Grocers, a Lakewood, Colo.-based natural and organic foods retailer, is opening a new store in downtown Redmond, Ore.…
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Northwest team with Central Oregon ties deployed to Colorado’s Elk Fire
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Colorado is leaning on national support as roughly eight wildfires burn across the state, including several among the…
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Food shortage: Shepherd’s House Ministries seeks urgent community donations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shepherd’s House Ministries is asking for urgent community support as it faces a critical shortage of food while serving…
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Deschutes Public Library Board extends search for new director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes Public Library Director Todd Dunkelberg is set to retire on Aug. 28, prompting an extended search for his successor.…
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Vegetation Fire reported in Warm Springs, Sage Brush Fire
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new vegetation fire has been reported in north of Warm Springs, called the Sage Brush Fire.According to Watch Duty,…
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Caught on Camera: Rattlesnake Spotted at Smith Rock State Park
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A video of a rattlesnake spotted by members of SmithRock.com is going viral and reminding park visitors to remain vigilant…
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Oregon State Police seek witnesses to serious Highway 20 crash
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Police are asking for additional witnesses following a three-vehicle crash on Highway 20 last week that…
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