FBI arrests man in Jan. 6 DC pipe bomber investigation
By Hannah Rabinowitz, Evan Perez, Holmes Lybrand, Dugald McConnell, CNN (CNN) — The FBI arrested a man from Woodbridge, Virginia, on Thursday…
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Putin vows Russia will seize Donbas region by any means, as Ukrainians prepare for more peace talks with US
By Jessie Yeung, Svitlana Vlasova (CNN) — Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow would seize Ukraine’s Donbas region “by military or…
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Deschutes County district map sparks debate; commissioners delay decision, will hold public hearing
(Update: Adding video and quotes from Commissioner Phil Chang) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners met on Wednesday to…
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Prineville pastor pleads not guilty to abuse charge for allegedly shooting and blinding ‘Pumpkin’ the kitten
Defense attorney says he shot the cat, believing it was feral and was attacking his chickens PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jason Swick, 48-year-old…
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Bend-based logging company named Eastern Oregon Operator of the Year for thinning work in crowded forests
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Two loggers – one from Bend – and a forest road builder have been chosen as Operators of The Year for their respective region…
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‘Under Pressure’: Bend’s High Desert Museum prepares upcoming exhibit exploring our volcanic past – and present
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For millions of years, volcanoes have been the most powerful force in nature. And for many in the West, the impact of volcanoes…
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Oregon Lottery returns $887 million to state, had $9 million in unclaimed prizes – and made 12 players millionaires
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Lottery will return more than $887 million to the state for the 2025 fiscal year. Compared to the previous year,…
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Trucker accused of causing deadly Hwy. 20 crash arraigned on new manslaughter charges; bail doubled, to $500,000
A truck driver whose jackknifed rig allegedly caused a crash that killed a newlywed couple east of Bend last week was arraigned Wednesday on more…
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State grants are now available to help owners of dry household wells, or ones hit by wildfire
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Water Resources Department is now accepting grant applications for the Well Abandonment, Repair and Replacement…
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Helping the helpers: Redmond Fire & Rescue launches confidential wellness app for personnel and their families
(Update: Video Added) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When community members interact with public safety professionals, they’re probably not thinking about…
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Bend’s beloved Pole Pedal Paddle race is turning 50; official design contest is now open for artist submissions
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and SELCO Community Credit Union said Wednesday they are now…
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Trump announces plan to rescind Biden-era fuel-economy standards for vehicles
CNN By Alayna Treene, Alejandra Jaramillo, Betul Tuncer, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled plans to rescind fuel-economy…
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Here are the NFL and College Football games airing on the networks of KTVZ this week
December 5thFOX (KFXO-TV)5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.Mt. West ChampionshipUNLV @ Boise StateDecember 6thFOX (KFXO-TV)3:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.Big 10…
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Powell Butte Community Charter School wins Firebusters program, hosts special Grand Prize Assembly
POWELL BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — An Air Link helicopter touched down in the field outside Powell Butte Community Charter School on Tuesday. But this…
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Trump pardons Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar
CNN By Alejandra Jaramillo, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump announced Wednesday he is issuing a “full and unconditional” pardon to Texas…
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Bend Park and Recreation Department opens registration for winter programs, sports and swim lessons on December 9
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you’re looking for an active way to enjoy the winter season, you will soon be able to sign up for Bend…
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Exclusive: Watchdog finds Hegseth risked endangering troops by sharing sensitive war plans on Signal, sources say
By Zachary Cohen, Jake Tapper, CNN (CNN) — Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth risked compromising sensitive military information, which could…
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Trump said he’s looking into an Australian-style retirement program for America. Here’s how it works
By John Towfighi, CNN (CNN) — The Trump administration is looking Down Under for inspiration on how to improve the United States’ retirement…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office celebrates 25th annual ‘Shop with a Cop’ this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office kicked off it’s 25th annual Shop with a Cop event, happening through…
Continue Reading Trump announces plan to rescind Biden-era fuel-economy standards for vehicles
By Alayna Treene, Alejandra Jaramillo, Betul Tuncer, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled plans to rescind fuel-economy…
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