DEVELOPING NEWS: Wildfire reported in Jefferson County, Boxcar Fire
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – A wildfire known as the Boxcar Fire has burned approximately four acres in Jefferson County, according to reports from Watch…
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Central Oregon animal shelters see increase in lost pets during July 4th holiday
Animals shelters throughout Central Oregon tend to see at least ten times the normal amount of intakes during the Fourth of July holiday.
Nationally,…
WATCH NOW: The KTVZ 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you missed the big show on Friday, don’t worry you can still catch the KTVZ 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular. The special…
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Quiet and warm weather for the rest of the holiday weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ). Today will be a pleasant and dry day as the mercury in the thermometer gets back into the low 80s. Plenty of sunshine and light…
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Bend climber takes 1st in youth national bouldering; Earns spot on U.S. youth national team
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A Bend teen is climbing to new heights. Nathaniel Perullo from the Bend Endurance Academy just took first place in bouldering at…
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Storms linger into the evening, flooding possible along with dangerous lightning
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Rainy and stormy pattern comes to an end in the late afternoon or early evening. The region is under a Flash Flood Watch until 8 pm…
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Despite Rain, Bend’s Fourth of July Pet Parade Draws Big Crowd and Patriotic Pups
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A little rain didn’t stop the celebration Thursday morning as Bend’s annual Fourth of July Pet Parade returned to downtown,…
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– For the first time ever, KTVZ News is bringing the Independence Day celebration straight to you – LIVE – from both Bend and…
Continue Reading Early rain and a chance for isolated storms
BEND, Ore (KTVZ)- A Local Alert Weather Day has been issued. UPDATE: FLASH FLOOD WATCH RELEASED FOR PORTIONS OF CENTRAL OREGON TODAY. MODERATE TO…
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Save the Date: Inaugural Americana, Frontier Days, Saturday Market
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from Inaugural Americana in…
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Furry Friends: Sassy is sweet as apple pie!
This week we have the not so sassy dog named Sassy. She’s a 5 year old Husky Mix, who is just sweeter than apple pie. Her gentle touch is sure to…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, July 4th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, July 4th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Making a Difference: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon harbors safe, positive relationships through mentoring
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For this month’s ‘21 Cares for Kids: Making a Difference’ spotlight, we’re highlighting Big Brothers Big Sisters of…
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Rain showers expected overnight and linger into Friday morning
Update: 9 pm Bend, Or (KTVZ) Strong storms are moving across the Cascades and through Sunriver and La Pine, moving across Central Oregon for the next…
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Out and About: Central Oregon Shines with summer heat
More stunning shots coming in from our beautiful Central Oregon! Despite the summer heat hitting 90 degrees and everyone enjoying the water, the…
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Recreational use advisory lifted for Lake Billy Chinook as toxin level drops; dog owners urged to keep them away
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) —The Oregon Health Authority announced Tuesday it has lifted the recreational use health advisory issued for Lake Billy…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Family fishing adventures!
From Lucca’s first trout with Grandpa to Grandma’s quick 16-inch Brook Trout, and Ayden’s Ocean Bass, these family fishing adventures are…
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Problem Solvers: Uncovering the hidden hazards that led to nearly 40 deer entanglements in Central Oregon last year
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — After distraught neighbors in Redmond contacted the KTVZ Problem Solvers about a mother doe with a trap stuck to her lip,…
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Problem Solvers: Prineville car salesman accused of scamming 13 customers facing 35 ID theft, forgery, other charges
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The owner of a Prineville car dealership, the focus of recent KTVZ Problem Solvers reports for allegedly scamming clients…
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Bend Elks to put on big fireworks show after Thursday night game at Vince Genna Stadium
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nothing says summer like baseball and fireworks, and the Bend Elks have both Thursday night. Around 9 p.m., the team will hold…
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