BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Thursday, the fourth-graders at Buckingham Elementary School got a visit from KTVZ Chief Meteorologist John Carroll to discuss weather forecasting. The students were curious about the origin of the word “meteorologist” and found out it has little to do with meteors. They all became “weather detectives,” as John discussed how
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s the recorded KTVZ News livestream of Wednesday’s meeting of the Police Policy Committee of Oregon’s public safety oversight board, as members unanimously recommended a lifetime revocation of Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp’s certification. A short time later, van der Kamp gave a statement to KTVZ News, expressing disappointment
Continue ReadingWASHINGTON, DC (CNN) — Two Israeli Embassy staff members were shot and killed by a gunman who later yelled “Free Palestine!” while being arrested in Washington, DC, Wednesday night, authorities said. The slain staffers, who the Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs named as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were a couple who officials say were soon
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It’s graduation season! KTVZ News is wishing the seniors of this year’s graduating class a special congratulations for all their academic accomplishments. To submit a picture of your graduating senior, click the Contests Tab on the website and fill out the form. https://ktvz.com/play/2025/05/12/senior-sunrise-2025/
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, May 22nd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Our Junior Forecaster is an artist who is in the process of creating a “toon game” for folks to enjoy. Reina is a fifth-grade student at Pine Ridge Elementary and enjoys the sunshine more than the rain. When it is sunny out, one of her favorite hobbies is playing on the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – On Tuesday afternoon, just after 5 p.m., Bend Police responded to multiple calls about an indecent exposure incident at the Box Factory in Bend. The initial call reported a man exposing himself and soliciting people at the corner of Colorado Ave. and Staats Street. Officers arrived in the area where the
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senators Jeff Merkley and Steve Daines, as well as Representatives Andrea Salinas, Brett Guthrie and Val Hoyle, have introduced the ‘Civilian Conservation Center Enhancement Act of 2025’. It instructs the USDA and the DOI to offer specialized training to create wildland firefighters. “It’s one of many things I’ve been doing to increase our
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, May 21st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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In this week’s Pet Pics, we showcase some of Central Oregon’s cutest pets; the good, the bad, and the furry. Make sure you submit your favorite pics of your four-legged friends to enter the contest! It’s under the Contests tab at KTVZ.COM.
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ Chief Meteorologist John Carroll traveled to Prineville on Tuesday to speak with a very polite and inquisitive group of first-grade students. During his visit, John read from his book “The Adventures of Robbie the Raindrop” about the water cycle. The kiddos were curious about recycling and the water cycle, as
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The police search for a burglary and domestic violence suspect closed a busy southwest Redmond street and put two nearby schools in Secure status Tuesday. He eluded capture, prompting a call to the public for any leads to his whereabouts.
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, May 20th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Monday at Subaru of Bend, the local Ronald McDonald House was presented with a check for more than $50,000. That money came from Subaru’s Share the Love event. People who bought a new vehicle during the event were able to select a charity for Subaru to donate to in their name.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As shuttered Shari’s storefronts rocked Central Oregon, many residents were thrilled to hear another Oregon favorite – Elmer’s Restaurants, is set to move in. Now, KTVZ News has uncovered that Elmer’s operated for nearly 20 years in Bend, and its previous location is filled by a local favorite for breakfast. The
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Monday, May 19th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/. It’s under the Contests tab on KTVZ.COM.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wonderful things can come in small sizes. Take Tina, a special senior in need of a new, loving home and waiting at the Humane Society of Central Oregon.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Senior High School hosted an open house Thursday evening to show the early designs for the new auditorium, replacing the facility that was demolished last year due to structural issues. The new plans include ways to showcase more Bend High spirit. Including its wall of notable alumni. The new auditorium
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — MountainStar Family Relief Nursery is providing essential support to families facing poverty, housing instability, and other stressors across Central Oregon. Learn how their programs are helping prevent child abuse—and how the upcoming Birdies for Babies event plays a key role in funding their mission.
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This week we have Loki, a beautiful 1-2 year old mix! Loki is the sweetest pup fit for an owner with lots of energy. He’s extremely playful, yet still easygoing. Loki would do best in a home with another dog or by himself. “He’s very smart. He loves toys. So they’ll play with a stuffed
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