Destination Redmond launches new brand toolkit to help local businesses succeed
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Destination Redmond says it’s making it easier for local service and hospitality businesses to get more visitors through the…
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Here’s the scoop: Ben & Jerry’s partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend for Free Cone Day celebration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, April 14th, Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration, serving up free scoops of ice…
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Foes of Bend’s planned natural gas appliance fee send out mailing, urge residents to oppose move
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A brochure now landing in Bend mailboxes strongly urges residents to speak out against the city’s plans to impose a…
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Oregon Department of Corrections to issue computer tablets to all inmates, move to digitally scanned email
SALEM,. Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Corrections told inmates’ families and friends on Monday that at all inmates are going to receive a…
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New Oregon airport federal funds include $3.45 million for Redmond terminal expansion, $300K for Prineville Airport
WASHINGTON (KTVZ – U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley as well as U.S. Reps. Val Hoyle, Andrea Salinas, Janelle Bynum and Maxine Dexter today…
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There’s Good News: Oregon Zoo welcomes pair of fluffy penguin chicks
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two tiny Humboldt penguin chicks just came out of their shells at the Oregon Zoo. “We’ve been keeping an eye on these…
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Decision 2026: Deschutes County officials remind that political signs are not allowed in road rights of way
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the May 19 primary election approaches, the Deschutes County Road Department on Friday reminded political campaigns and…
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Oregon Zoo bids a sad farewell to Zawadi, one of North America’s oldest male lions
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Zoo bid a sad farewell Thursday to Zawadi Mungu, elder statesman of the African lion pride and one of the oldest…
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Oregon attorney general, 22 other states sue over President Trump’s executive order to limit vote-by-mail
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield joined a coalition of 22 other attorneys general and one governor on Friday to file a…
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Bend-area man gets 25-year sentence in 2020 killing of Bend couple; nephew awaits murder trial
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend-area man charged along with his nephew with murder and conspiracy in the 2020 deaths of a…
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Caution with chicks: Oregon health officials urge you not to give baby poultry as Easter gifts
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – As Easter approaches and families plan holiday gatherings, the Oregon Health Authority is urging people not to buy chicks,…
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Solar-powered new Redmond Library receives LEED ‘Platinum’ energy-efficiency certification
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Library has formally received LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum…
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Scam Alert: Deschutes County warns residents to watch out for official-looking email phishing attempts
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County reminded community members Thursday to watch out for email scams that try to steal personal or financial…
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There’s Good News: Bend Police Department and Officer Zachary Childers receive top Oregon DUII enforcement honors
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department announced Thursday that it’s been awarded the 2025 Enforcement Agency of the Year by the Oregon DUII…
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Governor Kotek appoints Bend’s Ellen Waterston to a second term as Oregon’s poet laureate
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has appointed Ellen Waterston of Bend to a second term as Oregon’s poet laureate, Oregon Humanities…
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Auto thefts plummet in Oregon and across the U.S.; there’s still simple steps you can take to avoid being a victim
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – New data from the National Insurance Crime Bureau shows a sharp drop in vehicle thefts across Oregon and nationwide,…
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Deschutes County’s free yard debris disposal returns this spring; here’s the schedule and what’s accepted
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is encouraging residents to get their homes ready for wildfire season and take advantage of the free yard…
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Fire heavily damages La Pine home, no injuries; cause may be tied to bank of solar power batteries
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A fire possibly tied to a battery bank from solar panels heavily damaged a La Pine home Wednesday afternoon, but no injuries…
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Downtown Bend Visitor Center receives ‘sensory-inclusive’ certification, offering calm, supportive space
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Visit Bend said Wednesday it has partnered with KultureCity, a national nonprofit advancing sensory accessibility and…
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Update: COCC classified workers ‘resoundingly’ approve new contract, averting strike; will get raises up to 28%
More than 100 Central Oregon Community College classified workers “resoundingly” approved a new three-year contact Wednesday that includes raises of…
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