BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nearly 65,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in Washington state as wildfires cause widespread destruction. The American Red Cross is currently coordinating relief efforts and requesting local support to assist those displaced by the fires. The organization is accepting monetary donations and blood to support ongoing disaster relief operations.
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Sources and documents uncovered by KTVZ News appear to show that Sherman Bloomer, the dean and chancellor of Oregon State University-Cascades, is under investigation for alleged inappropriate sexual conduct involving students.
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – After a few days with highs in the 80s, the heat will return by the middle of the week. Highs on Wednesday and will be in the middle 90s the approach the triple digits on Thursday. A ridge of high pressure, centered in the Desert Southwest, will push well into Canada
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By Linda Takahashi, Shayna Jacobs, Nollaig O’Connor and Dennis Romero Wildfires in the Spokane, Washington, region continued burning Sunday, destroying at least 700 structures and forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. The three blazes, collectively called the Spokane Complex Fire, have burned 8,026 acres and are zero percent contained, according to a federal incident management team coordinating the
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Temperatures will reach the upper 70s to low 80s today, so enjoy the cooler weather before the heat returns this week. Expect sunshine mixed with some smoke and haze. Winds will be lighter today, but conditions remain very dry. Overnight lows will fall into the 40s before temperatures climb into the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency authorized federal funds yesterday to assist with firefighting costs for the Rowe Creek Complex – West Zone Fire in Crook and Jefferson counties. The decision allows the federal government to pay 75% of eligible expenses for the blaze, which is currently threatening local homes and infrastructure.
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TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Three people are dead and seven others were injured following a shooting at a Twin Falls restaurant this past Saturday. Police identified the gunman as 24-year-old Chad Williams, who died by suicide after opening fire on patrons with a rifle. The shooting occurred at approximately 2:30 p.m. at an In-N-Out
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(Update: adding comments from fire official, updates, and video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Round Butte Fire is one of the newest of several significant wildfires burning across Central Oregon, but the threat isn’t always obvious from the sky. Even with relatively clear conditions in town, firefighters say the same winds helping push smoke away
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Saturday is a Local Alert Weather Day across Central Oregon as gusty winds, low humidity and several active wildfires combine to create critical fire weather conditions.A Red Flag Warning remains in effect through 11 p.m. Saturday for portions of Central Oregon. The National Weather Service has identified today’s fire weather setup as a Particularly Dangerous
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News is broadcasting live from the 106th annual Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo tonight. KTVZ’s Tracee Tuesday will take viewers through what’s happening at this year’s fair, highlighting the local traditions, rodeo action and community events that make it Central Oregon’s largest annual gathering. Fair opens with America’s 250th tribute
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The Local Alert Weather Team has issued a Local Alert Weather Day for today, Saturday August 1st. Most of Central Oregon will be under a Red Flag Warning for high fire danger. The National Weather Service has placed a “PDS” tag on this Red Flag Warning. PDS stands for Particularly Dangerous Situation, due to the
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Fairgrounds has contracted a private parking personnel company to manage traffic and congestion for this year’s event. A team of 25 people is dedicated to directing vehicles entering and leaving the fairgrounds. Additionally, the Redmond Police Department has assigned two units for traffic patrol to assist with the
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The Local Alert Weather Team has issued a Local Alert Weather Day for Saturday, August 1st. Most of Central Oregon will be under a Red Flag Warning for high fire danger. The weather conditions Saturday will be warm, dry and windy. These three aspects to the day will provide the perfect
Continue Reading Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The Local Alert Weather Team has issued a Local Alert Weather Day for Saturday, August 1st. Most of Central Oregon will be under a Red Flag Warning for high fire danger. The weather conditions Saturday will be warm, dry and windy. These three aspects to the day will provide the perfect
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UPDATE: The Oregon State Marine Board has updated their guidance concerning Lake Billy Chinook, below is their updated press release. CORRECTION: Recreational Boaters Urged to Give Way to Aircraft for Wildfire Operations The Oregon State Marine Board, on behalf of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, is asking recreational boaters to giveway to aircraft on all
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Kenneth Michael Anderson, an Oregon Department of Human Services employee, was arrested yesterday on a charge of second-degree child neglect. Police said Anderson left an eight-month-old child in an unattended vehicle for 30 minutes this past Tuesday at the agency’s office in Bend. Anderson, a 56-year-old family time coordinator, had driven
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Marked for Love, the organization known locally as Every Child Central Oregon, has joined NeighborImpact to form a new Supportive Services department. The transition integrates the group’s staff, warehouse operations and family support services into NeighborImpact’s existing regional infrastructure. Every Child Central Oregon is one of KTVZ’s 21 Cares for Kids
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Judge Bethany P. Flint is retiring from the Deschutes County Bench effective July 31, 2026, following an announcement by Governor Tina Kotek. Her seat on the bench will appear on the November ballot. She was appointed by Governor Kate Brown (D) on February 12, 2015, to succeed Judge Roger J. DeHoog, who was appointed
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This week’s Furry Friend is River! River is an energetic and loving pup with heterochromia, meaning he has two different-colored eyes. BrightSide Animal Center staff members describe River as smart and protective of his people. His favorite activity at the Redmond shelter is swimming in the dog pool. “He loves doing tricks and learning, and
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Central Oregon will be hot and dry today with high temperatures returning to the 90s. Wildfire smoke will continue to impact parts of the region today. Winds will stay light out of the north, but they’re expected to pick up on Saturday. A cold front moves through tomorrow, bringing cooler air
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