Mild day to close out 2025, rainy day and possible freezing rain to start 2026
Bend, Ore (KTVZ)— Plenty of sunshine on the last day of the year allowing the temperatures to hit the 50s in a number of locations. Clouds…
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Cascades East Transit will roll out new fares, technology, and community programs in February
Since 2020, Cascades East Transit (CET) has operated free of charge, helping Central Oregonians reach work, school, and essential services during and…
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Increased DUII patrols during New Year’s holiday
LAKE COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Lake County Sheriff’s Office, along with other agencies across the state are increasing DUII patrols to target…
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Snow Report: Chance for a wintry mix on New Year’s Day
We haven’t seen much snowfall in the past few days due to a warmer than normal pattern over the Pacific Northwest. Moisture is moving northward on…
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RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR: Mt. Bachelor and Hoodoo are celebrating the New Year in style, even with little snow
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you’re thinking about ringing in the New Year at Mt. Bachelor, below is a look at the resort’s snow stake camera from 6:30…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, December 31st
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, December 31st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to…
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Dry finish to 2025, rain on New Year’s Day
A lack of wind has portions of Central Oregon under an Air Stagnation Advisory today. Smoke from pile burns, prescribed burns, and fireplaces won’t…
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Problem Solvers: Trump administration pushes to remove gray wolves from Endangered Species Act protections
Move brought outrage from conservation groups, while drawing praise from ranchers and Republicans VALLEY FALLS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Trump…
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DCSO Deputies honor fallen Washington state trooper
WASHINGTON (KTVZ)– Officers from the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office joined law enforcement agencies from across the Northwest this past weekend…
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‘Hold on to her’: Unsettling encounters in SE Bend raise alarms and awareness about human trafficking
Multiple Bend mothers say routine trips to Southeast Bend shopping centers have recently taken a disturbing turn, after an unknown man approached…
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Pet Pics: Sunkist, Snow cat and more holiday pets
Even the pets in Central Oregon were getting in the holiday spirit for Christmas this year, including some cats enjoying the snow and a curious…
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Warming up to close out the year, rain on New Year’s Day
Bend, Ore (KTVZ)— High pressure is drifting overhead and will keep the region dry and sunny for now. Unfortunately, the lack of wind has…
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OSU-Cascades continues community tours through 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State University–Cascades will continue offering its popular community tour program throughout 2026, responding to…
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APPLY NOW: Oregon at-large seat on Pacific Fishery Management Council
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is accepting nominations for a seat on the Pacific Fishery Management…
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Hoodoo hosting New Year’s Eve bash before closing again
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hoodoo Ski Area will host its annual New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31, then close until more snow falls. The Easy…
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$75K stovetop fire displaces Bend family and their pets from duplex
Bend Fire and Rescue says smoke alarms prevented the home from becoming a total loss. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend family and their pets were…
Continue Reading Snow Report: Lack of mountain snow to wrap up the year
Snow chances look limited for the rest of the year as high pressure keeps conditions dry. Even so, most Oregon resorts are open, which is good news…
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Air Stagnation Advisory in effect as quiet weather pattern continues
Portions of Central Oregon remain under an Air Stagnation Advisory until noon on Thursday. Light winds can allow pollutants to build up near the…
Continue Reading Sunny Tuesday, then clouds move in to close out the year
Bend, Ore (KTVZ)— Quiet pattern as we close out the year, rain arrives to begin 2026. Unfortunately, the lack of wind has prompted the National…
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Hayden Homes Amphitheater diverts more than 93% of waste from landfills in 2025 season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Hayden Homes Amphitheater has been recognized by Live Nation as the top outdoor venue in the United States for…
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