There’s Good News: Highland Elementary students blast off on ‘mission to Mars’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News launched a new initiative to end each newscast with a positive story from around Central Oregon, called “There’s Good…
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Send a valentine, support wildlife: Think Wild offers custom gifts, with local delivery
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Valentine’s Day, Think Wild is partnering with local businesses to offer local, sustainable gifts…
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DECISION 2026: Deschutes County commissioners vote 2-1 to send districting map to voters this fall
After hearing from another packed meeting room that again voiced divided opinions, DeschutesCounty commissioners voted 2-1 Wednesday to send a…
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Bend man charged with DUII, assault in Redmond pickup-pedestrian crash that injured Warm Springs woman
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man faces assault and DUII charges after a pickup-pedestrian crash on Highway 97 in Redmond Monday night that…
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Crook County Sheriff’s Office announces trio of upcoming town hall meetings
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday it will be holding three town hall meetings in upcoming weeks.…
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Scam alert: Crook County residents targeted by callers impersonating law enforcement
The Crook County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents to a phone scam involving callers who claim to be members of law enforcement. Officials say…
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Record warmth today as temperatures hit the 70s in Central Oregon
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Records fell today as the ridge of high pressure continues to push “well above normal” conditions into Central Oregon. Very mild…
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‘Going to be a big hit:’ Bend business optimistic about local super-bowl ad encouraging early allergen introduction to babies
Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — A Bend-based baby food company is making the most of Super Bowl Sunday. Square Baby, initially founded in 2018 by Katie…
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Prineville man appeals $30,000 DEQ fine for storing 1,000s of old tires on property east of Bend
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality recently fined a Prineville man more than $30,000 for storing about 6,000 old…
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Hoodoo Ski Area Suspending Operations, Lack of Snowfall Impacting Resorts Around the West
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hoodoo Ski Area is suspending all operations immediately until the region receives more snowfall. The resort announced the…
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NBC News Exclusive: President Trump to Remove Hundreds of Federal Officers from Minnesota
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NBC News & KTVZ) – President Donald Trump announced the removal of 700 federal officers from Minnesota during an exclusive…
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Deschutes County appoints experienced fair executive Jeff Curtis as new Fair & Expo Center director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County announced Wednesday it has appointed Jeff Curtis as the new director of the Deschutes County Fair & Expo…
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Update: Weather delays pile burning work on Crooked River Grassland SE of Madras
Prescribed fire operations on the Crooked River National Grassland southeast of Madras that were scheduled for Wednesday have been postponed due to…
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Federal agency probes Nike over alleged discrimination against White employees
By Ramishah Maruf, CNN New York (CNN) — The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is probing Nike in response to unspecified allegations…
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Ryan Routh sentenced to life in prison for attempted assassination of Trump in 2024 at Florida golf course
By Randi Kaye, Holmes Lybrand, CNN Fort Pierce, Florida (CNN) — After plotting, stalking and lying in wait for the right moment to shoot and…
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Snow Report: Lack of snow impacting resort operations
We’ve had lots of bluebird days, but the lack of snow has been tough for local resorts. Highs near the low 50s today will make it feel more like…
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Cutest Couple Photo Contest: Check out these adorable viewer-submitted photos!
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and we want to see your couple’s photo that makes everyone say, “Awhhhhhh!” You can enter the Cutest Couple…
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Visit Bend opens applications for arts and culture grants funded by tourism
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Visit Bend is accepting grant applications now through March 27th for high-quality arts and culture events support, funded…
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February feeling more like spring
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A ridge of high pressure over the Western US is bringing warmer than normal temperatures this week. Expect a chilly start this…
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Crude oil prices surge, pushing gas costs higher
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crude oil prices climbed to a four-month high last week, reaching more than 65 dollars a barrel. Triple-A says the surge was…
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