An injury crash involving a car and a semi-truck closed U.S. Highway 20 just east of Santiam Pass for about two hours Monday afternoon, and holiday travelers encountered long backups in both directions.
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The High Desert Food & Farm Alliance is investing $25,000 in 10 Central Oregon farms this winter through its On-Farm Efficiency Grant program, supporting projects that promote efficient, sustainable practices with lasting environmental and community impact. Grant recipients will use the grant funding – up to $3,000 to each recipient – for
Continue Reading
Many will be glad to hear we’re settling into an active winter pattern this week. Snow is expected in the Cascades today, with snow showers continuing over the next several days. It could be heavy at times. A few inches of snow each day will be a welcome boost for area resorts. Mt. Bachelor Outback
Continue Reading
MEDFORD, Ore. (KTVZ) — Medford City Councilor and U.S. Navy veteran Kevin Stine filed for the Democratic nomination for Oregon State Senate District 3 on Monday. Stine’s campaign centers on steady leadership, educational improvement and long-term economic opportunity for the Rogue Valley. Stine has served on the Medford City Council for 11 years and spent
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re tracking a persistent pattern of mountain snow this week, with a Winter Weather Advisory in effect through Tuesday for the Cascades and east slopes. There will be around 2 to 3 inches of snowfall daily which will help steadily boost resort totals and improve seasonal conditions. Snow accumulation on the
Continue Reading
The 2026 Cutest Couple Photo Contest is now closed. Here are some of the final viewer-submitted photos! Thank you to everyone who entered. The winner will be contacted privately.
Continue Reading
Moving forward through the new work week, with President’s Day included, we will see a decent persistent pattern of snow across the Cascades. There will about 2 – 3″ of new snow each day that will get the resorts much more up to speed as far as seasonal snowfall is concerned. A Dense Fog Advisory
Continue Reading This season has been challenging as the snow has been well below normal. We may have a chance to make up for it this week. Periods of snow, some heavy at times, will provide several inches of new snow each day through at least Thursday. Enjoy the President’s Day snow as there should be a
Continue Reading
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services is warning Spanish-speaking workers about a scam targeting injured employees in several states, including Oregon and nearby Idaho and Montana. According to the agency, scammers are contacting workers through phone calls, emails, and social media platforms such as Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp. They
Continue Reading
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon taxpayers can get free help filing their federal and state income tax returns at WorkSource Oregon centers across the state this February and March. WorkSource Oregon and the Oregon Department of Revenue are partnering to provide in-person assistance at six locations. The first event is Wednesday, Feb. 18, at the
Continue Reading
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — With the annual school vaccination deadline approaching, the Oregon Health Authority is reminding parents and caregivers to make sure their children’s immunizations are up to date or risk missing school. Under state law, all students attending public and private schools, preschools, Head Start and certified child care programs must have documentation
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Residents from across the Northwest gathered in Central Oregon this weekend for Bend WinterFest 2026. Despite a lack of significant snowfall, attendees enjoyed a wide range of festivities including food, crafts and live entertainment. The event drew visitors from as far as Idaho and Portland to celebrate the season in Bend.
Continue Reading
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Supreme Court’s recent right-to-counsel decision has resulted in the dismissal of nearly 1,500 criminal cases statewide, but no such dismissals have been reported in Crook County, the Prineville Review reports. The ruling, which imposes firm deadlines on the state to provide court-appointed attorneys for defendants who qualify, has already reshaped
Continue Reading
Sunday will start off with fog and mist. The temperature readings will be above freezing so only afoew pockets may see some icy roads. There may be a few pockets of sub-freezing conditions south of Lava Butte and west to Sisters. Travel issues will be a concern early in the day due to the reduced
Continue Reading A passing moisture system delivered new snow to nearly all of Oregon’s major ski areas, bringing a welcome refresh to the slopes. Timberline and Mt. Hood Meadows led the way, each picking up about 4″ of new snow over the past 24 hours. Despite the boost, this winter’s mild temperatures have kept base depths thin.
Continue Reading
According to the National Weather Service: .TONIGHT…Cloudy. A chance of rain and high mountain snow in the evening, then a chance of rain overnight. Lows in the lower to mid 30s. Light wind. Chance of precipitation 50 percent..SUNDAY…Cloudy in the morning, becoming partly sunny. Highs in the mid 40s to lower 50s. Light wind..SUNDAY NIGHT…Mostly
Continue Reading
Expect to see some mountain snow to continue today with a couple of inches expected across the Cascades. Accumulations across the Cascades will be in the 2 – 3” range by the end of this first round today. At lower elevations across the high desert a mix of cold rain off and on today, and
Continue Reading
La Pine, Ore. (KTVZ) — A La Pine home was saved Thursday morning after a fire that started in a nearby shop spread to the residence. Firefighters contained the flames on Burlwood Lane and reported no injuries. The fire broke out when an RV inside a shop ignited. Dispatch reports indicate the blaze then moved
Continue Reading
Benito has already overcome incredible odds and now, this little pup is ready for his forever home. The Oregon Humane Society rescued Benito, along with 16 other animals, from a neglect case in Lake County. When responders found him, the 3-month-old terrier-chihuahua mix had a dangerously low body temperature of just 91 degrees, about ten
Continue Reading
ROSEBURG, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Ford Family Foundation’s Visual Arts Program has announced Warm Springs artist Lillian Pitt (Warm Springs, Wasco, Yakama) as the inaugural recipient of the 1905 Legacy Award. Named in honor of Hallie E. Ford’s birth year, the 1905 Legacy Award recognizes outstanding Oregon artists whose extensive careers and sustained excellence have significantly impacted the artistic community of Oregon. The award will be given
Continue Reading