Bend parks officials look to curb damage in north Shevlin Park as use grows
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Bend continues to expand, city park officials are working to stay ahead of environmental damage in a lesser-used area of…
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New AI tool developed at the University of Oregon could speed discovery of life-changing new drugs
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — For every life-changing new drug that comes to market, many candidates fail along the way. An artificial intelligence-based…
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Roller season gets underway at The Pavilion in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District said Tuesday it has completed its seasonal changeover at The Pavilion and is now open for…
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Oregon’s GOP beat out critics to launch an anti-tax ballot referral. Can they do it again?
By Shaanth Nanguneri, Oregon Capital Chronicle Oregon Republicans have developed something of a familiar strategy when they seek to block…
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AAA: Gas prices ease for now, but rising crude oil prices may curb relief for Oregon drivers
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Most states, including Oregon, are seeing stable or falling gas prices this week. But crude oil prices are rising again,…
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Sisters High students take part in ‘bioblitz,’ count flora and fauna at proposed Highway 20 wildlife crossing sites
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Oregon State University-Cascades, and Sisters High School are teaming up this…
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Florida Democrat resigns from Congress minutes before House ethics panel was set to weigh her expulsion
By Annie Grayer, Sarah Ferris, CNN (CNN) — Embattled Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from the US House of Representatives Tuesday,…
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Bend-La Pine Schools invite families to ‘On the Road to Kindergarten’ events at neighborhood parks
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families in the Bend-La Pine School District with children entering kindergarten this fall can register at a neighborhood park…
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BLM is reminding visitors that Teaters Road remains open for public access
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the busy recreation season begins, the Bureau of Land Management’s Prineville District is reminding visitors that…
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Update: Deschutes National Forest cancels Tuesday’s prescribed burn SE of Bend
The Deschutes National Forest has cancelled a Tuesday planned 501-acre prescribed burning operation that it began Monday on the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger…
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Weatherization workforce training in Oregon addresses energy affordability crisis
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — In recognition of Earth Day, Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is highlighting its investment in a more sustainable…
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Pentagon makes flu shot optional for troops, rescinding requirement
By Kaanita Iyer, CNN (CNN) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Tuesday that the US military will no longer require the annual flu…
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Bend man pleads guilty in 2020 murder-for-hire killing of Bend couple; his uncle got a 25-year prison term
UPDATE: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man facing two counts of murder and conspiracy in the 2020 murder-for-hire…
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Oregon safari owner pleads guilty to animal neglect, faces sentencing
BANDON, Ore. (KTVZ) — Back in February 2025, KTVZ News brought you a developing story regarding the West Coast Game Park Safari in Bandon, after a…
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Retail sales post biggest jump in more than 3 years on record spike in gas prices
By Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — Americans saw large chunks of their wallets get eaten up by soaring gas prices in March; however, consumers…
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‘The land is healing’: Closure of Cabin Butte area near China Hat extended as Deschutes National Forest continues restoration
(Update: adding comments from district ranger and forest official) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The closure of the Cabin Butte area, commonly known as China…
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There’s Good News: 100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon donates to nonprofit that helps women in recovery
UPDATE: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Members of 100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon have collectively donated $19,500 as of…
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Decision 2026: Oregon secretary of state releases elections toolkit, reminds of key voter registration, other dates
SALEM, OR — Today, the Oregon Secretary of State Office released on Monday the official 2026 Elections Toolkit, a collection of civic education…
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Volunteers needed for 2026 Cascade Cycling Classic Criterium in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The Cascade Cycling Classic Downtown Criterium, presented by Hayden Homes and Simplicity, is scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026,…
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Lori Chavez-DeRemer out as Labor secretary
By Alejandra Jaramillo, Alicia Wallace, CNN (CNN) — Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is stepping down from the Trump administration to take…
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