Central Oregon law enforcement to boost traffic patrols for summer events
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon law enforcement agencies will increase traffic patrols and enforcement efforts from June 10 through June 14,…
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Oregon Senators urge reinstatement of BLM fire information staff ahead of fire season
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Senators Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, and Patty Murray, D-Washington, today demanded the Trump…
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Les Schwab Restructures Staffing, 70 Positions Impacted
(Update: statement from Bend Chamber of Commerce) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Les Schwab Tires confirmed Monday it is restructuring portions of its Central…
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Redmond woman dies after Highway 97 crash near Terrebonne; 3 others injured
TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) — One person died and several others were injured in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 97 in Deschutes County on Friday, June…
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Oregon gas prices follow national trend, fall 13.6 cents in a week
OREGON (KTVZ) — Average gasoline prices in Oregon decreased by 13.6 cents per gallon over the last week, currently averaging $5.05 per gallon,…
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Decision 2026: Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler to run for reelection
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler announced Monday, June 8th, that she will seek re-election for a second term in November 2026. Kebler…
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Candidate for Deschutes County Sheriff says he’s been placed on administrative leave
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — One day after the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office announced three staff members had been placed on administrative leave due to…
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Tmsh Fire reported near Highway 26 in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new wildfire has been reported east of Highway 26 and west of Highway 97, between the boundaries of Jefferson…
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New creative arts center opens in Bend with focus on teens
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A once-vacant building on NE Greenwood Avenue is becoming a new creative hub for Bend’s youth and local artists. The Open…
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Crook County contractor dispute moves from mediation to court
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (PRINEVILLE REVIEW) — A dispute between a Crook County homeowner and a Central Oregon contractor has escalated from a…
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Bob Packwood, Oregon Republican senator who resigned amid sexual assault investigation, dies at 93
PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW) — Bob Packwood, a former Oregon senator who resigned amid a sexual assault investigation, has died at 93 years old. …
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Oregon Gov. Kotek sends chief of staff to head troubled state transportation agency, ODOT
By: Mia MaldonadoOregon Gov. Tina Kotek has appointed her chief of staff to temporarily lead the state’s transportation agency. Chris Warner, who…
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Caldera High School Softball Team Wins State Championship
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Caldera High School softball team has won the 5A state championship. KTVZ Sports Director Dylan Anderman will have full…
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Oregon State Police investigate arrowed deer case in Burns, asking for public’s help
BURNS, Ore. (KTVZ) The Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Division is investigating a deer found alive with an arrow in its head on May 21, 2026,…
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Mid Oregon Credit Union’s La Pine branch wins Business of the Year award
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) Mid Oregon Credit Union’s La Pine branch has been named the 2025 Business of the Year by the La Pine Chamber of Commerce. The…
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Deschutes County Sheriff places staff on leave amid misconduct allegations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sheriff Ty Rupert of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has placed three members of his staff on paid administrative leave.…
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Crook County High School seniors celebrate graduation in style with parade tradition
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County High School graduates celebrated their achievements today by taking part in a long-standing Prineville…
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Mountain View High School celebrates Class of 2026 graduation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Against a stunning sunset, Mountain View High School celebrated the Class of 2026, honoring 271 graduates, including…
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Sisters 4th Fest returns July 4 with free family-friendly events in downtown Sisters
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 3rd annual Sisters 4th Fest, a free and family-friendly Independence Day celebration, will take place from 7 a.m. to…
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Oregon Summer EBT program begins, providing $120 in food benefits per child
OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) program began today, providing a one-time payment of $120 in food…
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