US and Russia to appoint teams to negotiate end of Ukraine war in talks that excluded Kyiv
By Ivana Kottasová and Jennifer Hansler, CNN (CNN) — The United States and Russia will appoint high-level teams to negotiate the end of the…
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Hamas says it will release bodies of four hostages, including Bibas children, on Thursday and six living hostages on Saturday
By Kareem Khadder and Mick Krever and Sarah Sirgany, CNN (CNN) — Hamas on Tuesday said that it will release the dead bodies of four Israeli…
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Gov. Tina Kotek places Oregon Youth Authority director on administrative leave
By Amy-Xiaoshi DePaola, KGW SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek has placed the director of the Oregon Youth Authority on administrative leave,…
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Nome Italiano on Bend’s Westside closes its doors
(Updating with new details and video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Italian restaurant Nome Italiano announced on its website Monday that it is officially…
Continue ReadingSurvivors of Delta plane crash in Toronto describe ‘hanging like bats’ and chaos inside the upside-down aircraft
By Elizabeth Wolfe, Taylor Romine and Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — Stiff winds blew over Canada’s Toronto Pearson Airport Monday afternoon as a…
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Black History Month: Dr. Dalton Miller-Jones, Civil Rights Activist
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — As KTVZ News celebrates Black History Month, we shine a spotlight on Central Oregonians who have made substantive…
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Nationwide ‘Not My President’ Presidents Day protests take place in Central Oregon
Dozens of demonstrators from across Deschutes County rallied against the Trump administration and Elon Musk on Presidents Day, some for the second…
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KTVZ announces launch of KTVZ+, now available for streaming on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Roku devices
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – KTVZ is excited to announce the launch of KTVZ+, bringing 24/7 streaming access from Central Oregon’s News Leader. Now, viewers…
Continue ReadingAt least 14 dead in multi-state floods as rivers rise and rescues continue
CNN By Amanda Musa, Mary Gilbert, Robert Shackelford and Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN (CNN) — Rescues were ongoing Monday as water levels continued…
Continue ReadingTrump leans on close ties to Saudi prince as he looks for a deal on Ukraine
By Kevin Liptak and Jeff Zeleny, CNN (CNN) — As President Donald Trump presses ahead with his attempt to end the war in Ukraine, he is leaning…
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Caught on camera: Driver of out-of-control pickup nearly hits Jefferson County deputy, slams into stopped car
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Recent challenging driving conditions are frighteningly clear in videos shared Friday by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office…
Continue ReadingDOGE seeks access to highly sensitive taxpayer data at IRS
By Alayna Treene and David Goldman, CNN (CNN) — Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency is seeking access to the Internal Revenue…
Continue ReadingNew real estate rules threatened to upend homebuying for Americans. Here’s what experts say has changed
By Samantha Delouya, CNN (CNN) — Last summer, rule changes from the National Association of Realtors, the powerful real estate trade…
Continue ReadingWhat’s open and closed on Presidents Day
By Ramishah Maruf, CNN New York (CNN) — Many Americans enjoy a day off on the third Monday of February every year. That’s because it’s…
Continue ReadingBarred from US-Russia talks on Ukraine, Europe scrambles for response with Paris summit
By Christian Edwards, Helen Regan, Michael Rios and Lauren Kent, CNN (CNN) — Reeling from shocks delivered by the Trump administration last…
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Bend couple escapes fire thanks to working smoke alarms
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two residents escaped a fire in their home Saturday evening after being alerted by smoke alarms. The fire broke out around 9:50…
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An eruption is possible at Alaska’s Mount Spurr. What we know about the volcano
By Maria Aguilar Prieto, CNN (CNN) — A volcano near Alaska’s most populous city could be on the brink of eruption after showing signs of…
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‘Free beef!’ is back: Now it’s a contest by Abby’s Legendary Pizza in Prineville and Ericksons Thriftway
Say the words “free beef!” to long-time Central Oregonians, and many will well remember the yearly promotional event and ad campaign by Les…
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‘Thinking about drinking’ this holiday weekend? Then don’t drive: Bend Police plan overtime patrols targeting DUIIs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – With a lot going on around town, from Friday’s Valentine’s Day to WinterFest and the Presidents Day holiday, Bend Police…
Continue ReadingOpenAI board rejects Elon Musk-led $97 billion purchase offer
By Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — OpenAI’s board of directors has formally rejected a $97.4 billion bid by Elon Musk and other investors…
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