REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From questions regarding the amount of cannabis dispensaries allowed within city limits to reports of illegal firework usage over the 4th of July weekend, Mayor Ed Fitch answers viewer-submitted questions for this month’s Ask the Mayor. Viewers can submit questions for Mayor Fitch at any time as part of our monthly
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Harper is heading into the fourth grade at Sage Elementary school and is a big fan of the summer. She enjoys heading to some of the area lakes with her family to cool off in the pleasant waters here in Central Oregon. The “cooling off” in the lake is the main reason she likes the
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 60th annual Crooked River Roundup parimutuel horse races kick off Wednesday night at the Crook County Fairgrounds, bringing a long-standing Central Oregon tradition back to life with four days of racing, community spirit and regional pride. The races run July 15 through July 18 and are known for drawing the
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The well above normal temperatures continue today as the mercury will reach the low to middle 90s for the third day in a row. In Bend, we have crossed 90° eight out of 15 days so far this month, over half. The rest of the week and into the weekend will
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tamu, a 2-year-old male eastern black rhino at the Oregon Zoo, now weighs 2,040 pounds. Born on Dec. 4, 2023, he is nearing the size of his mother. Zoo staff in Portland are observing his rapid growth as he approaches the weight of an adult rhino at a young age. Tamu’s
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Hot weather continues today with another chance for showers and storms in Central Oregon. Highs will be in the mid 80s to 90s today across Central Oregon. Expect mostly sunny skies to start the day, with clouds increasing through the afternoon. The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded Central Oregon to the
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 15th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Colorado is leaning on national support as roughly eight wildfires burn across the state, including several among the largest in its history. Crews there are working to contain fires like Aspen Acres and Ferris, both now listed among Colorado’s top 10 biggest recorded wildfires as hot, dry conditions persist. In northern
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shepherd’s House Ministries is asking for urgent community support as it faces a critical shortage of food while serving hundreds of people across Central Oregon each day. The nonprofit says it currently provides about 1,000 meals daily to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, hunger, and financial hardship, but pantry supplies are
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Madras is seeking to settle an outstanding loan of approximately $1.2 million from Initiative Brewing. The city provided the brewery with a combination grant and a loan in 2024 to foster local job creation and business growth. However, the company closed its Madras location in late May 2026.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes Public Library Director Todd Dunkelberg is set to retire on Aug. 28, prompting an extended search for his successor. The Deschutes Public Library Board decided last Wednesday evening to continue its search for a new director after interviewing two candidates last week and now plans to appoint an interim director.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A video of a rattlesnake spotted by members of SmithRock.com is going viral and reminding park visitors to remain vigilant for wild animals. In a Facebook post, SmithRock.com wrote the following message: This 3 foot long rattler didn’t make a sound along the Canyon Trail this morning as it meandered along
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The heat dome in the middle of the country is continuing to impact the Pacific Northwest. The impacts come on the periphery of the ridge as moisture migrates around the edge. The heat is also continuing to arrive in the region allowing for afternoon “pop-up” storms to develop. The bulk of
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CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) — High Desert Special Olympics athletes returned home to Central Oregon with dozens of medals after competing in the Oregon Special Olympics State Summer Games in Corvallis, earning top finishes across golf, track and field, and bocce ball. Our local athletes combined to win 10 gold, 9 silver, and 4 bronze medals,
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Heat has been building across Oregon and will continue through at least the weekend. At the same time, monsoon moisture is bringing the chance for showers and storms today and Wednesday. Keep an eye on the sky today and tomorrow. High temperatures could reach the upper 80s and 90s again today,
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, July 14th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Metolius man who found himself caring for nearly 100 cats is getting help from BrightSide Animal Center, after the Central Oregon shelter stepped in to rescue the animals and provide medical care. Last week, BrightSide staff visited the man’s home for the first time and removed 61 cats, most of
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The heat is on as we move into the middle of July. Highs this week will top out over 90 each day as warmer than normal air arrives from the south. Clouds are present in eastern Oregon as well as a few showers as monsoonal moisture rides around the western edge
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, July 13th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A ridge of high pressure will continue to build across the region today bringing more heat and sunshine. High temperatures will rise into the upper 80s and 90s under mostly sunny skies. It could become a bit breezy later in the afternoon to evening with gusts around 20 to 25 mph.
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