Madras City Administrator selection process narrows to three finalists
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Madras has identified three finalists for its next City Administrator position, advancing Brenda Fahey, Maurice…
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Alfalfa Fire District Rescinds Policy Days Before Federal Hearing, District Remains Under State Investigation
ALFALFA, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Alfalfa Fire District Board has rescinded their policy restricting access to district facilities following public…
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Structure fire in Bend Thursday evening leaves two homes uninhabitable
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At 11:30 pm on Thursday, May 21 2026, multiple 911 callers reported a structure fire near Boyd Acres Rd in NE Bend. First…
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Update: The 0197 Fire burning west of Sunriver has been contained
Update: According to information provided by Watch Duty, the fire has been contained. Update: According to information provided by Watch Duty, the…
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Mt. Bachelor invests in modernization project for Northwest chairlift
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor has begun a significant modernization project on its Northwest chairlift, with construction activities commencing…
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Tulsi Gabbard resigns from Trump Cabinet
This story was originally published by FOX News. Click here for live updates. WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — Tulsi Gabbard is resigning from her…
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Scam Alert: Bend Police warn of scammers posing as law enforcement
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police have reported a significant increase in scams impersonating law enforcement over the past several weeks, with…
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COCC to award first associate degrees at Oregon prison
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College’s education program at Deer Ridge Correctional Institution is set to confer its first-ever…
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Happening Next: Learn About Homeownership Opportunities at an Affordable Home Fair
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon residents are invited to a free Affordable Homeownership Fair on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at…
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Boating safety tips for a memorable Oregon waterway experience
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s waterways are therapeutic, no matter the activity. For mental health, physical fitness, angling, and spending time…
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Oregon’s Cliff Bentz focuses on rural issues after decisive primary win
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — After winning the Republican primary in Oregon’s Second Congressional District, Cliff Bentz is now turning his full…
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Jamie Collins to replace Tony DeBone as Deschutes County commissioner
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jamie Collins will assume the role of Deschutes County Commissioner from Position One, taking over from Tony DeBone in…
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One Class at a Time: Native American leader educates Pine Ridge fourth graders on culture and regalia
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Laurie Danzuka, who leads the Native American Success Collective, recently visited fourth-grade students at Pine Ridge Elementary.…
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Sneezing more lately? Central Oregon allergens are surging again
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Allergy symptoms are currently high in the High Desert region, leading many people to experience sniffling and sneezing. Local…
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Made in Central Oregon: Inside the Bend shop behind Breedlove Guitars
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Inside a Bend manufacturing facility, thousands of guitars are handcrafted each year. They’re played on stages around the world,…
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Crook County High School NJROTC cadets to represent Oregon in National Memorial Day Parade
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — Crook County High School NJROTC cadets have arrived in Washington, D.C., where they will represent Oregon in the National…
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Kyle Busch, a 2-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, dead at 41
By Jacob Lev, CNN (CNN) — Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, has died at the age of 41, just hours after his family said he was…
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Think Wild adds new hands-on volunteer opportunities for kids and families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife hospital and conservation center, is launching a series of new youth and family volunteer…
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend to host first-ever Baseball Skills Camp
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend (BGCB) will host its first-ever Baseball Skills Camp from June 22 through June 26 at Juniper…
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Local agencies urge e-bike safety amidst increase in accidents
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Local agencies are issuing a community-wide reminder about e-bike safety and laws as warmer weather increases the number of road…
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