Wyden and Merkley secure $488,500 for Oregon veteran transport
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley announced today they secured $488,500 in federal funding for key veteran health care…
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Oregon Department of Revenue schedules one-hour closure tomorrow
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue will temporarily close its Salem office and all contact centers for one hour tomorrow, July…
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Oregon animal rights proposal falls short of ballot after signature review
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A controversial proposal that could have dramatically reshaped ranching and outdoor recreation in Oregon will not appear on the…
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Fire officials to host public meeting on Coyote and Henry fires near Paulina; KTVZ to stream live
PAULINA, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fire officials are inviting Central Oregon residents to a public information meeting Monday, evening to share updates on the…
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Central Oregon Fire provides update on efforts and conditions for multiple wildfires in region
CENTRAL OREGON, Ore. (KTVZ) — As of Sunday, July 26th: Stage 2 public use fire restrictions are in effect today across all Central Oregon public…
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FIRE ALERT: Update on Rowe Creek Complex wildfire near Fossil
FOSSIL, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Rowe Creek Complex wildfire, which started on July 15th, 2026, due to lightning near Fossil, Oregon, has grown to 208,759…
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Crane High School opens for livestock evacuations in Harney County
HARNEY COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Harney County Sheriff’s Office notified the public via social media that Crane High School has a half acre available…
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Extreme Fire Danger Across Central Oregon: Here’s How You Can Help
Hot, dry weather, low humidity, and occasional gusty winds continue to keep fire danger very high across Central Oregon. With several active…
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Blood drive honors fallen Redmond firefighter-paramedic Michael Kienzle
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members rolled up their sleeves Friday to honor the life and legacy of Redmond firefighter-paramedic Michael…
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Problem Solvers: DIY air purifiers offer affordable relief amid Central Oregon smoke from ongoing wildfires
(Update: adding EPA instructions) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As wildfire smoke continues to affect Central Oregon, many commercial air purifiers have sold…
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Central Oregon fairgrounds provide refuge for livestock during wildfire evacuations
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — As wildfire evacuation orders continue to be issued across Central Oregon, it’s not just people who need a safe place…
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Wyden, Merkley Demand Enhanced Wildfire Prevention and Response Assistance from Trump Administration
Bend ORE. (KTVZ) — After KTVZ reached out to the offices of Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley regarding the wildfires burning across Central…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: U.S. 26 closed over Ochocos due to wildfire
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Highway 26 is closed over the Ochoco Mountains between Prineville and Mitchell due to active wildfire and related…
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Jefferson County Fair Opens Amid Wildfire Smoke, Bringing Community Together
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wildfire smoke has been hanging over much of Central Oregon this week, but in Jefferson County on Wednesday, the focus shifted…
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Strong storms down trees, traps vehicles near Sunriver airport
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — A sudden and powerful storm swept through parts of Sunriver Wednesday afternoon, toppling trees, blocking roads and briefly…
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BREAKING NEWS: Crook County declares state of emergency as multiple wildfires continue to threaten communities
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County commissioners declared a state of emergency Wednesday as multiple wildfires continue burning across the…
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Trial date set in Redmond murder case
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Redmond woman charged with killing her mother last summer appeared in court Tuesday for a status hearing, where a trial date…
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Bend Park and Recreation District opens fall registration Aug. 4.
Bend ORE. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District will open registration for fall recreation programs and sports leagues on Tuesday, Aug. 4,…
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FIRE ALERT: Inside the Line, The Rowe Creek Complex Fire
WHEELER COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Rowe Creek Fire, a complex of 12 separate blazes, continues to burn near Mitchell, straining firefighting…
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Smoke and wildfires won’t delay county fairs’ opening day
Central Oregon (KTVZ) — Smoke from multiple Central Oregon wildfires is raising new questions about how county fair operations may unfold this…
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