BEND, Ore (KTVZ) -Records continue to fall in Central Oregon. The last two days have seen record breaking warmth for many cities in the Tri-County area and the coming days will be no different. With highs in the 50s and 60s into next week, records are forecasted to keep falling.Skies will be bright and full
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By Meteorologist Mary Gilbert, Alaa Elassar, CNN (CNN) — Rain has finally come to an end in flooded Washington and the Pacific Northwest, but the region can’t breathe easy: More heavy rain from new atmospheric rivers will arrive next week. As of Saturday, Stehekin Valley, a remote area of Washington only reachable by boat or
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History is being made in Eugene as the Oregon Ducks prepare to host their first-ever College Football Playoff game at Autzen Stadium. This marks the second year of the expanded 12‑team playoff format, which creates new matchups and opportunities for programs across the country including smaller schools like James Madison facing powerhouse programs like the
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The beautiful landscape we call home here in Central Oregon was on full display this week in our Out and About segment. This photo from Brenda shows the snowy mountains on fire as the sun rises on another great day in the tri-counties. Share your photos with us and you might be next week’s featured
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Grandpa Joe was the only submission this week and it was a good one. He reeled in an impressive trout out of clear lake. Keep those Big Ol’ Fish coming Grandpa Joe. We need all the submissions we can get. Share your catches with us, all you gotta do is click the share tab.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– RE/MAX Key Properties carried out its annual holiday tradition Thursday afternoon, stuffing stockings for children served by The Giving Plate food bank. Employees and volunteers from the real estate agency spent the afternoon filling stockings with mostly food items, along with some holiday treats, hygiene products, and a small stuffed animal. The
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– One of Bend’s key east-west routes will stay closed longer than expected as construction continues near the railroad crossing on Northeast Olney Avenue. The stretch of Olney Avenue between NW Wall Street and NE First Street is now anticipated to remain closed through January 2026, city officials announced this week. The extended
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For businesses, no snow means less dough in a town dependent on tourism and outdoor recreation. A late start to the ski season has economic impacts. Hotels and restaurants could feel an impact this year. KTVZ News spoke with a chef at the Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge in Bend, who says
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — In the spirit of the holiday season, Sisters-based Country Natural Beef, the country’s largest rancher-owned beef cooperative, is sharing comfort and hearty meals with families staying at Ronald McDonald Houses across the Northwest. Founded nearly 40 years ago, Country Natural Beef has deep roots in the region and a long-standing commitment to the
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Not much going on, but there is some hope that next Wednesday we will see some snow falling on the Cascades. Might be the beginning of several days of snow, no guarantees, but some hope.
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ)–Today will be partly cloudy with the mercury in the thermometer rising into the low 60s. Normal high temperatures for mid-December are around 40, so we are significantly warmer than usual. This warmth will continue through at least Monday as the ridge of high pressure responsible for this warmth is still in place.Wednesday
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Record-high temperatures are keeping Mt. Bachelor from opening as planned, leaving the slopes bare well into December and raising questions about what the delay means for Central Oregon’s winter tourism.
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum (OR-05) and fellow Reps. Eli Crane (AZ-02), Joe Neguse (CO-02), and Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) introduced the bipartisan Wildfire Aerial Response Safety Act on Thursday to support wildfire response operations by addressing the impact of unauthorized drones flying in restricted airspace during a wildfire. When an unauthorized drone enters restricted airspace during a wildfire, fire response agencies
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La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver said Thursday it’s excited to unveil the winners of the 2025 ReStore Upcycle Challenge—an inspiring showcase of creativity, craftsmanship, and community spirit. All winning pieces—and many more one-of-a-kind upcycled creations—are now available in the Upcycle Challenge Auction, open until Friday, December 19. 2025
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More than 122 million Americans including 1.7 million Oregonians ready to dash away PORTLAND, Ore., – AAA projects 122.4 million Americans (36% of the population) including 1.7 million Oregonians will travel 50 miles or more for the Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year holidays. This year’s travel volume is up 2.2% over 2024, surpassing last year’s
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pertussis cases in Oregon have reached an all-time high, the Oregon Health Authority said Wednesday, prompting state officials to urge people to make sure they and their families are up to date on vaccinations — especially those who are pregnant or spend time with babies — and take steps to reduce
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By Samantha Waldenberg, Hadas Gold, Clare Duffy, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order that blocks states from enforcing their own regulations around artificial intelligence and instead aims to create a “single national framework” for AI. “This is an executive order that orders aspects of your administration to take decisive
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday that it’s proud to celebrate the success of the recent, 25th annual Shop with a Cop program, which provided warmth, comfort, and holiday cheer to 95 children across Deschutes County. Thanks to the generosity of donors, volunteers, and law enforcement partners, the program invested $57,000
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(Update: Video Added) WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — As families on the Warm Springs Reservation prepare for the winter months and the holiday season, a substantial gift of support for their pets is on its way. Fences For Fido, a Greater Good Ambassador, in partnership with Warm Springs Commodities, has received 20,000 pounds of donated dog and cat
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CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Central Oregon native is coming home to help lead the Beavers’ offense. Redmond native Mitch Dahlen has been named Oregon State’s Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach, Head Coach JaMarcus Shephard announced Thursday. Dahlen grew up in Redmond, played quarterback for the Redmond High Panthers, and spent many Saturdays in the
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