Central Oregon’s hot spell brings a risk of heat-related illnesses, such as heatstroke
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With triple-digit heat such as what areas of Central Oregon are experiencing this week, the risks of heatstroke go way up.…
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Landslide risk doesn’t always rise after a wildfire, University of Oregon study finds
(Adding video from 5PM broadcast) EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the wake of a wildfire, there’s often an assumption that burned landscapes will be more…
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Old Mill District, Hayden Homes Aphitheater and Commute Options partner in ‘August Car-Free Commute Challenge’
(Adding video from Monday’s broadcast) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – World-class shows at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, walking along the river trail, patio…
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Extreme Heat today and Tuesday, Local Alert Weather Days in place
The hot pattern will peak today as the mercury in the thermometer will reach the triple digits in a number of locations. The heat will remain…
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SELCO to start taking applications for $125,000 in educator support, including grants, classroom makeovers
EUGENE, Ore.) — SELCO Community Credit Union will once again support educators with up to $125,000 through its two flagship educator programs, each…
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Canal Fire near Redmond’s Roberts Field burns 23 acres, reaches 30% containment; officials say it was human-caused
A wind-fanned, human-caused wildfire dubbed the Canal Fire broke out Sunday afternoon near Redmond’s Roberts Field and scorched 23 acres before…
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Trump to take over D.C. police and deploy the National Guard in effort to fight crime in the nation’s capital
By Megan Lebowitz and Raquel Coronell Uribe WASHINGTON (NBC News) — President Donald Trump on Monday announced he will deploy…
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Explosion reported at U.S. Steel Clairton plant, multiple people injured
By Garrett Behanna Click here for updates on this story CLAIRTON, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — Multiple people have been injured after a reported…
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Temperatures peak today, extreme heat continues tomorrow
Bend, OR (KTVZ) – We’ve issued a Local Alert Weather Day for today and tomorrow as temperatures are reaching the mid to upper 90s and into the…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Monday, August 11th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, August 11th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Beyond the Score: Episode 9
Bend, Or (KTVZ)- On Episode 9 of Beyond the Score we highlight last year’s 5A Athletic Director of the year Mike Carpenter as he enjoys his…
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Yellow Local Alert Weather Day tomorrow as heat peaks
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Hot conditions are expected in the coming days as a ridge of high pressure strengthens over the region. An Extreme Heat Warning…
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Red Cross issues advice to stay safe during extreme heat
We’re expecting some extreme heat the next couple of days across Oregon and SW Washington. The American Red Cross urges everyone to take three…
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New preschool opens in Redmond, student spots still available
Redmond Preschool is now enrolling infants and toddlers. For families who qualify, there’s an opportunity for students to attend at no…
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Chevy Fire in Madras contained, evacuation notice dropped after swift response by firefighters
The Chevy Fire sparked just after 12:30 Saturday afternoon on vacant land off Highway 97 in Madras. Officials say a mini excavator working in dry…
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Sisters Rodeo is accepting applications for its 2026 Rodeo Queen Contest
(Adding video from Monday’s broadcast) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Do you have what it takes to represent the western way of life, lead with poise and…
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LOCAL ALERT WEATHER DAY: High heat is forecasted in the high desert
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A ridge of high pressure is building across the Pacific Northwest through Monday, resulting in warmer and drier conditions here…
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Emory University update: Officer killed, suspect dead in shooting near Atlanta campus, CDC offices
 A DeKalb County officer was fatally shot Friday while responding to a call of an active shooter at an intersection near Emory University and the…
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Central Oregon animal shelters are joining national ‘Clear The Shelters’ event throughout August
Since 2015, NBC Universal’s nationwide pet adoption initiative, Clear The Shelters, has helped nearly 1.2 million pets find their forever family.…
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Deschutes County Deputy DA Stacy Neil honored as Oregon’s Sex Crimes Prosecutor of the Year
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Supervisory Deputy District Attorney Stacy Neil received the Oregon Sex Crimes Prosecutor of the Year Award…
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