Sunrise Birthdays: Thursday, May 28th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, May 28th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Congrats Grad 2026: Third round of senior shoutouts!
A special salute to grads across Central Oregon! This is a time to honor the hard work, dedication, and bright futures of our local graduates who are…
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Upcoming community fundraiser in Redmond for orphaned foal Rocky Balboa
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On May 13, 2026, 3 Sisters Equine Refuge in Redmond, Ore., received an orphaned foal named Rocky Balboa, who was immediately…
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Zen Fire Containment Grows as Crews Make Progress on Suppression Efforts
Update: Central Oregon Fire Information is reporting the Zen Fire is now 40% contained, with the fire burning 1,500 acres. According to the latest…
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St. Charles switches from AirLink to Life Flight for air medical transport in Central Oregon
(Update: adding video, Life Flight Network is a not-for-profit air medical transport organization) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles Health System…
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Local Bishop reacts to Pope’s stance on Artifical Intelligence
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The pope recently released a large announcement regarding artificial intelligence, clarifying the church’s position on the…
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Junior Forecaster: Hollis is good at math, baseball and football
Hollis is in the third grade at Miller Elementary school and is another one of our Jr. Forecasters who loves math. He especially enjoys…
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PacifiCorp’s interim rate hike request rejected by Oregon regulators
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) has denied PacifiCorp’s request for an interim rate increase. This denial comes as…
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New automated traffic enforcement program starts in Bend on May 30
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend and the Bend Police Department will begin issuing citations for speeding and red-light violations through the…
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Prineville approves transfer of remaining Ochoco Pointe lots from Pahlisch to Lennar
(Update: adding comments from Prineville Planning Director) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville housing development is moving forward with a new…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, May 27th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, May 27th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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New affordable housing community in La Pine to open applications
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Applications for Wickiup Station Apartments, a new affordable housing community in La Pine, will open on Thursday, May 28,…
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Memorial Day gas prices in Oregon hit record high despite recent drop
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Gas prices are pulling back in 44 states, including Oregon this week. But Memorial Day weekend gas prices in Oregon were…
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Bullet tears through neighbor’s TV in one of two accidental Bend gun discharges this month
(UPDATE: Adding quotes from Bend PD PIO, Shelia Miller and from a neighbor of one of the shootings) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police issued gun…
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OSU-Cascades launches Energy Innovation Center for energy solutions
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University-Cascades has launched the Energy Innovation Center in Bend to accelerate research and development in…
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St. Charles Foundation’s ‘Give for Good Day’ supports health system services & their workers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) The St. Charles Foundation is inviting the community to express gratitude and support health care workers during Give for Good Day…
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COCC’s community education program offers 70+ youth camps in 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Central Oregon Community College will host youth camps from June 15 to Aug. 27, 2026. The hands-on, multi-day programs will take…
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Caught on Camera: Theft from Marijuana Dispensary
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A suspected robbery of marijuana vapes was captured on camera. The business, Wacky Tobacky on Greenwood, seeks public assistance…
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Gas prices fall slightly in Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon drivers are getting a little relief at the pump this week. According to GasBuddy, the average price for regular gas in…
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2026 Wildfire Awareness Month: Have a Plan, Build a Go-bag, Get Insured, Be Ready to Evacuate
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon is going to be a tinderbox this wildfire season. With counties across the state already declaring drought emergencies,…
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