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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, August 7th

August 7, 2026 9:09 am Adrielle Hasara

Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, August 7th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https:

Hot pattern in place, breezy at times this weekend

August 7, 2026 3:01 am Jillian Fortner

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re tracking another toasty day, with temperatures nearing the triple digits. Bend reached 100 degrees yesterday, breaking the previous record of 97. A ridge of high pressure extending into Oregon from the Desert Southwest has brought hotter temperatures and mostly clear skies to the region. Smoke and haze will remain possible,

Big Ol’ Fish: From Montana to South Twin Lake, this week’s catches reel us in

August 6, 2026 7:18 pm Campbell Porter

This week’s Big Ol’ Fish features a rainbow trout caught in Montana and an impressive haul of rainbow trout from South Twin Lake. We’re also looking for more entries—upload your favorite fishing photos through the Contests tab at KTVZ.com for a chance to be featured on air.

Habitat for Humanity gets $350k for affordable housing project

August 6, 2026 6:12 pm Tyson Beauchemin

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend City Council approved $350,000 in homebuyer assistance Thursday to support eight local households purchasing homes through Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity. The funding addresses a financial barrier for buyers who can afford monthly payments but cannot qualify for a mortgage large enough to cover the cost of a home in

Highway 26 between Prineville and Mitchell remains closed, possibly through the weekend

August 6, 2026 5:48 pm Kelsey Merison

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, if you plan to drive through Central Oregon, plan for continued delays. U.S. Highway 26 remains closed between Prineville and Mitchell as wildfire activity and heavy smoke continue to make travel unsafe. Transportation officials say crews are monitoring conditions around the clock, and will reopen the highway as soon as it’s

Fire restrictions remain in effect on Oregon and Washington BLM lands

August 6, 2026 5:37 pm Kelsey Merison

OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire restrictions remain in effect on all BLM public lands in Oregon and Washington as wildfire activity continues. BLM urges anyone planning to recreate outdoors to check current fire restrictions, road closures, and air quality before heading out. Smoke and fire conditions can change rapidly. Anyone who starts a wildfire could face fines of up to $100,000, up

Wildfire Victims: Free screening of ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ scheduled for August 9th

August 6, 2026 3:12 pm Kelsey Merison

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families affected by the recent Central Oregon wildfires are being invited to enjoy a free day at the movies this weekend. The community event will take place Sunday (August 9th) at McMenamins Old St. Francis School in Bend, and is open to families impacted by the fires. Organizers say the day is meant

Sept. 1 deadline nears for Oregon Summer EBT food assistance

August 6, 2026 5:34 pm Campbell Porter

OREGON (KTVZ) — Families in Oregon have until Sept. 1, 2026, to apply for food assistance through the Summer EBT program. The program provides $120 per eligible child to help cover grocery costs while school is out. The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) are urging households to

3 new doctors join Madras residency program aimed at expanding rural healthcare

August 6, 2026 2:18 pm Campbell Porter

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three new medical residents joined the Three Sisters Rural Track Program in Madras this week to focus on rural family medicine. Drs. Nathaniel Cheney, Jolene Gremel and Patrick Roach will provide care for up to 1,200 patients annually in Jefferson County primary care clinics and at St. Charles Madras. The residency,

Former Bend-La Pine Schools bus driver charged with 19 misdemeanors following April incident

August 6, 2026 1:52 pm Claire Elmer

(Update: adding ‘former’ – the bus driver is no longer employed with Bend-La Pine Schools) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A former Bend-La Pine Schools bus driver accused of driving under the influence after transporting elementary students in April has been formally charged with 19 misdemeanor counts. Deschutes County court records show prosecutors filed charges July

Pilot killed in plane crash indicted by Deschutes County Grand Jury hours before incident, case dismissed following death

August 5, 2026 3:55 pm Claire Elmer

Update: As of August 6th, Deschutes County Circuit Court records show the pending case against Steven Charlton has been dismissed. The judgment of dismissal applies to all five felony counts Charlton was indicted on by the Grand Jury. Any outstanding warrant in the matter is recalled. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Steven Nicholas Charlton, the pilot

LOCAL ALERT WEATHER DAY: Hot and smoky pattern will impact your plans

August 6, 2026 12:36 pm John Carroll

Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The Local Alert Weather Team has issued a Local Alert Weather Day due to the smoke and heat today. The mercury in the thermometer will peak near 100 degrees this afternoon. When you factor in the smoke from the area wildfires, it will impact your outdoor plans. If you do go

Police arrest man in connection with deadly March burglary on NW Braid Drive in Bend

August 6, 2026 10:26 am Gregory Deffenbaugh

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police detectives arrested a second suspect Tuesday in connection with a March burglary and death investigation on NW Braid Drive. Jacob Charles Teeter, 37, was arrested in Prineville on suspicion of first-degree burglary, fourth-degree assault, tampering with physical evidence and criminal conspiracy. The arrest stems from a March 12, 2026,

LOCAL ALERT WEATHER DAY TODAY: Poor air quality, peak of the heat this week

August 6, 2026 2:55 am Jillian Fortner

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Today will bring some more smoke and poor air quality along with the peak of the heat. Due to this combination, we have a Local Alert Weather Day in place for Thursday. Dense wildfire smoke continues to hover over the region. Light winds have prevented the smoke from mixing out, resulting

Bend Fire & Rescue offers free life-saving classes

August 5, 2026 11:54 am Tracee Tuesday

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire & Rescue is offering two free monthly trainings designed to help Central Oregon residents respond during life-threatening emergencies. The Hands-Only CPR class teaches participants what to expect when calling 911, how to perform CPR correctly and effectively, and what happens when first responders arrive. The class is open to

Oregon fire officials warn drivers of rising wildfire dangers

August 5, 2026 7:52 pm Kelsey Merison

OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire officials are reminding motorists to exercise caution behind the wheel as wildfire danger continues. One small spark can start a wildfire. Small actions such as parking on dry grass, dragging chains, or operating machinery near dry vegetation can create dangerous sparks.

Show Us Your Garden: Early August blooming and veggies

August 5, 2026 7:49 pm John Carroll

The weeks “Show Us Your Garden” segment features an awesome garden with “Old Glory” the American Flag prominently featured in the picture. Another photo the shows off some great veggies in early stages of development. Finally we see an owner and gardener showing off her “happy place” on the back deck.

Junior Forecaster: Esme is a fan of both the summer and the winter

August 5, 2026 7:37 pm John Carroll

Esme is heading into the third grade at Miller Elementary School, but is taking time to enjoy all the warmth that the summer months have to offer. When she is not riding around on her scooter she is hanging out at the pool cooling off. In the winter, she enjoys heading up to Mount Bachelor

Madras Aquatic Center Board reacts to recall

August 5, 2026 6:50 pm Tyson Beauchemin

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Four of five Madras Aquatic Center Recreation District board members are expected to be removed from office following a special recall election. Current results show most of the recalls passing by more than 300 votes Approximately 23% of ballots have been returned so far, which is the expected turn-out for a

Bend police target cell phone use in recent traffic safety operation

August 5, 2026 5:45 pm Kelsey Merison

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police are reminding you to put down your phones, after a targeted distracted driving enforcement operation. Last Friday, officers spent two hours at the intersection of NE Third Street and Burnside Avenue looking for drivers using cell phones behind the wheel. During the enforcement effort, police issued 30 citations and 10 warnings. Three drivers