Bend Police Department invites community to National Night Out event
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department is inviting the community to its annual National Night Out, a free, family-friendly event aimed at…
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Governor Kotek urges Trump administration to withdraw proposed federal grant rule
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek is calling on the Trump administration to withdraw a proposed federal rule that would change how billions…
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Family Access Network receives $50,000 grant for Central Oregon families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Family Access Network has received a $50,000 grant from the Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation to support services for…
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House passes bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent
By Ellis Kim, CNN (CNN) — The US House voted Tuesday to pass a measure to enact year-round Daylight Saving Time across the country, springing…
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Applications now open for 2026 Bend Venture Conference
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Applications are now open for startups hoping to compete in the 2026 Bend Venture Conference, a long-running event that brings…
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Bend Endurance Academy launches fall youth mountain biking and climbing programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Endurance Academy is opening registration for its fall youth mountain biking and climbing programs, offering Central Oregon…
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High Desert Special Olympics athletes shine at Oregon State Summer Games
CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Special Olympics athletes returned home to Central Oregon with dozens of medals after competing in the Oregon…
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Metolius man gets help from BrightSide after nearly 100 cats rescued
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Metolius man who found himself caring for nearly 100 cats is getting help from BrightSide Animal Center, after the Central…
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Three measles exposure locations identified in Oregon, OHA urging public to speak to health care provider
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority announced Monday, the department has identified three possible locations where members of the…
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Redmond Airport offers convenient TSA PreCheck enrollment in July
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) will host a TSA PreCheck® enrollment event this July in collaboration with IDEMIA, a TSA…
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Gov. Kotek orders flags at half-staff in honor of Sen. Lindsey Graham
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek has ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff today in honor of Sen. Lindsey…
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Mpox vaccination recommended for at-risk individuals as cases rise
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Public health officials are urging individuals at higher risk of exposure to mpox to receive vaccination and health care…
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Oregon Trail Gravel Grinder brings together riders from around the globe while giving back to local communities
(Update: adding corrected video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of cyclists from around the world rolled into Central Oregon this weekend, crossing…
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Marion County judge faces safety concerns after alleged tirade, unsecured gun
MARION COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three Marion County judges say they fear for their safety after a colleague’s alleged alcohol-fueled, sexist tirade…
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Tribute to fallen soldiers ride through Central Oregon, honoring military heroes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The sound of motorcycles carried a message of remembrance and gratitude through Central Oregon as Tribute to Fallen Soldiers…
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Fir Fire sparks near Prineville, crews quickly contain spread
(Update: 7:24pm; Air attack has lined the fire with retardant.) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A small wildfire burning east of Prineville drew a swift…
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McConnell says after weeks of speculation that hospitalization was due to a fall
By Annie Grayer, Isabelle D’Antonio, CNN (CNN) — Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky on Sunday announced, after weeks of speculation,…
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Senator Lindsey Graham has passed away, Oregon Senator Merkley mourns death in statement
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, released a statement Sunday following the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, R-South…
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Central Oregon residents protest ICE actions, call for accountability
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dozens of Central Oregon residents gathered in Bend this week to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, citing…
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Decision 2026: Survey gives Drazan a slight lead over Kotek in Oregon governor’s race
By: Jamie ParfittPORTLAND, Ore. — A newly released phone survey of Oregon voters suggests that the 2026 gubernatorial race is shaping up…
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