Variably cloudy skies with rain east, above normal temperatures return
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Variably cloudy skies today with some rain in the eastern third of Oregon. Central Oregon may see a stray shower, but generally…
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Correspondents’ dinner shooting suspect charged with attempted assassination
By: Gary Grumbach and David K. Li WASHINGTON, D.C. (NBC NEWS) — Federal prosecutors accused shooting suspect Cole Tomas Allen of seeking to…
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Economic revival: Jefferson County climbs to 8th in state distress index from 1st
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County has demonstrated significant economic improvement, moving from the state’s most economically distressed…
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Oregon State Parks Commission approves $11M grants for recreational parks
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission held a virtual meeting on April 22 where it approved several grant recommendations…
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Fresh produce and community await at Bend Farmers Market’s, begins next week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Farmers Market will return to downtown Bend on Wednesday, May 6, marking the start of another season. The market,…
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Indian Head Casino hosting job fairs for food, beverage, and facility roles
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Indian Head Casino is hosting a series of job fairs this week, starting tomorrow, with opportunities in food and…
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Over 200 vendors to showcase at Central Oregon’s Spring Home and Garden Show
The Spring Home and Garden Show is returning to Central Oregon this upcoming weekend, hosted by the Central Oregon Builders Association. Organizers…
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Gas prices in Oregon and US rise, diesel prices drop
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Average gasoline prices in Oregon have increased 7.3 cents per gallon in the last week, now averaging $5.00 per gallon…
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Prescribed burns across Central Oregon: how agencies track smoke and protect air quality
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As prescribed burning ramps up across Central Oregon, state and local agencies say a combination of real-time monitoring,…
Continue Reading Mild Monday, warming trend this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A quiet pattern continues as we close out April this week. Expect mostly sunny skies through Monday. Highs will reach the upper…
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High-speed rollover crash downs power lines on Highway 97 in Redmond
Update: adding details about DUII, crash, and suspect admitting to drinking. REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A high-speed rollover crash on Highway 97 in…
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Wildfires, water, & politics: Central Oregonians discuss pressing issues with local lawmakers at town hall
(Update: adding information from Bend’s town hall on April 26th, video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A group of Central Oregon residents gathered Sunday for…
Continue ReadingHigh Desert Sunday: Transitioning from the Gusts to a “Goldilocks” Monday
CENTRAL, OR — If you’re out on the back deck or finishing up a Sunday project, you’ve likely noticed the shift. That bright, calm morning has…
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Bend residents weigh in on push for universal health care in Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Health care reform took center stage at Trinity Episcopal Church this week, where Central Oregon residents gathered for a town…
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High Desert Spring: Crisp Nights and Sunny Bites
If you’re finishing up a hike at Smith Rock or just settling onto a patio in Bend, keep that fleece handy. We are moving into a classic Central…
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Sunriver Music Festival selects local artwork for 2026 season
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sunriver Music Festival has selected Bend artist Michele Michael’s acrylic painting “Strawberry Skies” as the…
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Heart of Oregon Corps youth & volunteers clean up Dry Canyon Park on service day
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) Hundreds of youth and volunteers from the Heart of Oregon Corps converged on Dry Canyon Park in Redmond for a major cleanup on…
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Think Wild releases Bald Eagle in Prineville after a month of care
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild released a rehabilitated bald eagle today in a field north of Prineville. Local farmers discovered the injured…
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Colder Nights, Plenty of Sun
If you have spring plants outside or haven’t quite finished winterizing your irrigation, tonight is the time to pay attention. We are looking at a…
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Insurance Coverage Crucial in Off-Leash Dog Incidents, Attorney Advises
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Following KTVZ’s recent reporting of growing community frustration with off leash pets in public spaces, personal injury…
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