PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County School District is set to enhance its athletic facilities with the construction of a new wrestling room at the middle school, promising improved training opportunities for young athletes.In a press release provided to KTVZ News from district superintendent Dr. Joel Hoff, Hoff said, “This project is much more than
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the temperatures start to rise and summer activities get underway, the school year is officially coming to a close for Central Oregon districts.The second week of June, districts throughout our region are dismissing students for summer break.As a reminder, local law enforcement wants to remind the public, with children out
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNN) — Annual inflation rose to a three-year-high of 4.2% in May, underscoring how elevated energy prices are rippling through the US economy, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Prices rose 0.5% on a monthly basis, driven higher by the US-Israeli war with Iran, the latest Consumer Price Index
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Update: Adding video SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has declared a drought emergency for Douglas, Gilliam, Harney, Lake and Malheur counties in Oregon. This declaration brings the total number of Oregon counties under drought emergency status to 17 out of 36. The declaration, issued through Executive Order 26-09, directs state agencies to coordinate
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, June 11th. 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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We have beautiful weather in store for the Bend Elks game tonight! Expect sunny skies and temperatures in the mid to upper 70s for most of the game.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A solemn tribute will take place next week in Salem as Oregon honors firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training and the Oregon Fire Service Honor Guard will host the annual Oregon Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial Ceremony on Tuesday,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s starting to feel more like summer across Central Oregon as a warming trend takes over. Expect mostly sunny skies today with afternoon highs reaching the upper 70s to low 80s. A light breeze will develop later in the day. Overnight lows will cool into the 40s under mostly clear skies.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From concerns for the upcoming 4th of July fireworks show due to dry conditions to e-bike enforcement, KTVZ asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler your pressing questions. Viewers can submit questions for Mayor Kebler at any time as part of our exclusive monthly segment and have your question featured on next months
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A special salute to grads across Central Oregon! This is a time to honor the hard work, dedication, and bright futures of our local graduates who are ready to take the next big step. Congrats Grad! is sponsored by Mission Linen Supply and Bright Wood. Submissions closed June 6th.
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(UPDATE: ADDING CONTENT FROM EVENT & QUOTES FROM RESIDENTS AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR CANDIDATES) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three finalists for the Madras City Administrator position recently engaged with community members during a 90-minute public meet-and-greet at Initiative Brewing in Madras. Residents had the opportunity to ask questions and get to know the candidates, who are
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LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and Republic Services are partnering to host a free Community Shred Event this Saturday, June 13, in La Pine. Residents can dispose of sensitive documents, unwanted medications and worn American flags and also donate non-perishable food items. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — OnPoint Community Credit Union has awarded a $3,500 grant to the BendNEXT Foundation to fund leadership development scholarships for 10 emerging leaders in Central Oregon. This funding aims to strengthen the region’s workforce pipeline and address ongoing employer challenges. The grant is part of OnPoint Community Credit Union’s bi-annual Community Grants
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Construction on the roundabout at the intersection of 15th Street and Ferguson Road in Bend, Ore., will begin June 22. The intersection will fully close to safely complete the work, with detours in place for motorists. The project is a voter-approved 2020 Transportation GO Bond initiative. The work includes constructing a new
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Noah, a sixth grade student from La Pine Middle School, recently appeared as a junior forecaster, delivering the weather report for several local cities. His forecast predicted mostly sunny conditions with temperatures near 80 degrees for the upcoming week. His report included specific temperature forecasts for Redmond, La Pine, Sisters and Bend. Noah, who enjoys
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(Update: adding comments from Watch Duty) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Summer in Central Oregon is a time many people spend outdoors, but as wildfire season begins, staying alert can be just as important as getting outside. Watch Duty, a nonprofit app best known for tracking wildfires, is expanding its emergency alert model to include floods.
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WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students, families and staff at Warm Springs K-8 Academy marked the last day of school with a celebration centered on culture, tradition and community. The school’s annual powwow brought students together to honor tribal traditions while celebrating the conclusion of another academic year. Families and community members gathered alongside staff
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Several Central Oregon organizations are among more than a dozen across the state receiving e-mobility grants aimed at expanding access to electric transportation, from e-bikes and electric vehicles to charging stations. The grants, funded through the Oregon Clean Fuels Program and administered by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, are designed
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Grace and Hammer restaurant in Redmond is expanding its offerings in its fourth month under new ownership. The establishment, housed in a historic building constructed in 1912, continues to operate after being purchased by a group of local friends in early 2026. The new owners aim to grow the legacy of
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Editor’s Note: Rainn Wilson is also a Central Oregon resident and was evacuated during the 2025 Flat Fire. By:Ashley Murray-June 9, 2026 WASHINGTON — As various officials and groups aim to use the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, a bipartisan group of lawmakers, with the help of a famed sitcom actor, turned the
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