OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire restrictions remain in effect on all BLM public lands in Oregon and Washington as the Pacific Northwest faces a record-setting wildfire season. More than 2.5 million acres have already burned across the Northwest. BLM officials are urging hikers, hunters, and other recreators to use extreme caution and follow all fire restrictions
Continue Reading
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, evacuation levels are continuing to be reduced around the Rowe Creek Complex thanks to the ongoing work of fire crews. The Crook County Sheriff’s Office says there are now no Level 3 – Go Now or Level 2 – Be Set evacuation notifications remaining for the fire. A
Continue Reading
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — An accidental house fire caused an estimated $315,000 in damage in Northwest Bend this morning before firefighters quickly contained the blaze, officials said. Bend Fire & Rescue crews were dispatched just before 9 a.m. to a reported structure fire in the 1200 block of NW Fresno Avenue. Firefighters arrived on the
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will host its sixth annual Redline Rally this Saturday, Aug. 29. The invite-only mountain bike competition showcases riders ranging from local youth competitors to seasoned professionals. Named after the resort’s Redline jump trail, the event brings together local and regional mountain bikers alongside professional athletes. Competitors will perform tricks
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians can help protect local waterways this September as SOLVE brings its second annual “Pick It Up, Bend!” community cleanup to town. Volunteer registration is now officially open for the event, which takes place Sunday, September 27, in the Old Mill District and around the Hayden Homes Amphitheater. The local
Continue Reading
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield filed a lawsuit against the federal government today over new restrictions placed on Title X family planning funds. Rayfield joined a coalition of 22 other state attorneys general in challenging the rule changes instituted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The federal health agency
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to documents filed with the City of Bend, HomeGoods – which is owned by the same company as TJ Maxx – has submitted documents to remodel the former Bend Big Lots store into a Central Oregon location.Here’s what we know:The company is looking to transform the property to include a
Continue Reading
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Plenty of sunshine today and the skies will be clear overnight. Highs today will be in the middle 80s and the winds are expected to be from the southwest at around 10 mph. Smoke from the Austin Fire will migrate to the northeast while some low-level smoke from the Rowe Creek
Continue Reading
EDITOR’S NOTE: In this episode of The Local Lens, Spencer Sacks interviews Patti Adair who is running for election for Oregon’s 5th Congressional District.
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From concerns regarding the fire evacuation concerns to infrastructure additions, and road contracts KTVZ asked Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch your pressing questions. Viewers can submit questions for Mayor Fitch at any time as part of our exclusive monthly segment and have your question featured on next months live visit to the
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Skies will remain mostly cloudy through mid-morning before gradually clearing. Highs will range from the upper 70s to mid 80s today, with breezy winds. Temperatures will gradually drop into the weekend as a low pressure system brings cooler air to the region. Friday will be sunny and seasonable, with highs in
Continue Reading
Summer is coming to an end shortly, but it is also getting closer to “Harvest Time” in the area. This week’s featured gardens include a box garden, or raised garden, a pollinator’s paradise along with a long standing garden of “red ladies” continuing to stand tall.
Continue Reading
Cambria is heading into the 8th grade at Sky View Middle School and is looking forward to her social studies classes and choir. A big fan of the Today Show, Cambria has been looking forward to becoming a Junior Forecaster for a long time. She understands the difficulty forecasting the weather and is curious about
Continue Reading
(KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Fire Prevention Cooperative received a $500 Pay It Forward award from KTVZ, Dutch Bros Coffee and Mid Oregon Credit Union for its fire safety outreach and education efforts across the region. The cooperative acts as a coordinating organization that combines nearly every local fire agency in Central Oregon. Its primary
Continue Reading
(Update: adding video, comments from Bend Park and Rec) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From new pickleball courts to upgraded ball fields and trails, an $8 million improvement project at Pine Nursery Park is nearing completion. Some of the newest additions include eight pickleball courts, a full basketball court, three new entrances to the off-leash area,
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Ruffwear, a dog clothing company based in Bend, donated approximately $15,000 in cash and gear to the Humane Society of Central Oregon in recognition of International Dog Day. The holiday is observed to celebrate dogs and encourage pet adoption. In addition to the financial and product donation, Ruffwear employees spent the
Continue Reading
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Kiwanis Club of Redmond is getting a $25,000 boost toward a new playground! The grant from the Kiwanis International Foundation will help fund a playground at the new Redmond Hub. The center is expected to open in early fall. The grant brings the Kiwanis Club’s three-year fundraising total to $143,000
Continue Reading
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today is National Dog Day, and local law enforcement is celebrating with some very good boys and girls. Bend Police K9’s Maggie, Billy, and Buck are getting some extra treats. Drug Detection K9 Bonnie is getting some extra love too — if she can ever sit still long enough for it! Happy
Continue Reading
OREGON (KTVZ) — Happening next, AAA is expecting a busy, and more expensive, labor day weekend for travelers. AAA booking data shows Alaska cruises, national parks, Central Oregon, and the Oregon coast are among the top destinations for Oregonians. Many travel expenses are up compared to last year, including domestic flights, hotels, cruises and gas–but rental cars and
Continue Reading
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s latest revenue and economic forecast is holding steady overall, but some numbers are raising concerns about the state’s economy. The forecast shows corporate income tax and corporate activities tax revenue projections dropping by a combined $187 million. House Republican Leader Lucetta Elmer of McMinnville says the numbers are a warning sign
Continue Reading