Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, December 5th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, December 5th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Save the Date: Here are some holiday events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local festive events, from a toy drive benefit…
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Furry Friends: Gus the gorgeous guy loves to play fetch
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Gus, a 3-6 year old Pit Bull mix looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in…
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Widespread rain today, chance for showers at times through the weekend
Bend, OR (KTVZ) -It will be a wet and windy day today. Widespread, steady rain is expected through the early to mid afternoon. Rain will be light to…
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The Taizé community rebuilds after Covid-19 pandemic
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Some community members still feel the effects of the covid pandemic – including the Taizé…
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Out & About: Even bucks have to quench their thirst & a beautiful rainbow
It was another week of amazing photos sent in by viewers. From animals wandering close to home for a little sip of water to this gorgeous shot of a…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Sarah Marie catches first rainbow trout, plus Wynn reels in a massive Mackinaw
Check out these impressive catches from this week’s segment. Not only did we have a massive 32-inch Mackinaw from Wynn out of Odell lake but we also…
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‘It’s not a moral failing’: Central Oregon expert offers holiday mental health and recovery tips
The holidays are often portrayed as cheerful and comforting — but for many people in recovery, the season can be one of the toughest stretches of…
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Governor Tina Kotek announces she will run for re-election, could again face Republican Christine Drazan
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announced Thursday that she will run for re-election – read her statement below, and one from Republican Christine Drazan,…
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Crowd pleasers: Central Oregon Mastersingers perform a medley of holiday tunes at downtown Bend Library
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Mastersingers put on a free performance at the downtown Bend library Thursday afternoon. This is a…
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THIS JUST IN: Minnesota Manufacturing Company Expanding in Prineville
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lexington Manufacturing, based in Minnesota, is expanding their operations and establishing a manufacturing facility in…
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Snow Report: Not much good news about our snow
We may see some snow off and on over the weekend, but it will be more of a wet snow than a nice powder. The next chance for any significant snow…
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Rainy and above normal pattern begins, lingers next week
Bend, Ore (KTVZ). The region will be seeing a good deal of cloud cover and rain off and on over the next several days. A steady flow of…
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Problem Solvers: Business owners clash over parklets impact on sales and accessibility
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For several months, the Problem Solvers have been sharing stories about the parking challenges facing downtown Bend. Many…
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Decision 2026: Candidate Conversations – Republican Danielle Bethell
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As midterm races approach, KTVZ is bringing viewers in-depth interviews with candidates in local and statewide contests. If you…
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Assistance League of Bend’s ‘Raise a Glass for the Kids’ fundraiser was a community celebration of generosity
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Assistance League of Bend says it’s thrilled to announce the success of its recent fundraising event,…
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‘It’s never too late’: Oregon Health Authority urges vaccinations as flu activity rises and the holidays approach
(Update: Adding video) PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – As influenza activity increases over the next two months before its expected peak in early spring,…
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UPDATE: Four-vehicle injury crash on U.S. Highway 97 near La Pine
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to Oregon State Police, OSP responded to a four-vehicle injury crash Wednesday on Highway 97 near milepost 167…
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Oregon Senators Wyden, Merkley make urgent plea for House to approve Secure Rural Schools funding
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) –– Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley (both D-Oregon), alongside Senators Mike Crapo and James Risch (both R-Idaho) are…
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Redmond planning commission denies MonteVista Homes’ proposed curvilinear neighborhood
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A major housing proposal in southwest Redmond faced an unexpected setback this week after the Redmond Urban Area Planning…
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