‘I’m still the sheriff’: Deschutes Sheriff Kent van der Kamp to attend national sheriffs’ conference, weeks before retiring
This week, tension and turmoil continue to surround the Deschutes County Sheriff’s…
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Redmond celebrates Father’s Day with Classic Car Show at General Duffy’s
General Duffy’s put on a Father’s Day celebration that was anything but ordinary.
The venue hosted its annual Father’s Day Classic Car Show —…
Central Oregon residents join ‘No Kings’ protests across the region
On Saturday, the ‘No Kings’ movement organized protests across the country, including five cities in Central…
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‘No Kings’ protests planned across Central Oregon
This Saturday is Flag Day, the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday…and, a day of protests.
In response to the Trump administration’s recent controversial…
Oregon Department of Forestry talks about new fire restrictions, local ‘high fire danger’ update
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry announced Tuesday that additional fire restrictions would go into…
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First Bend ‘Core Area’ revitalization project on NE Second Street now complete
Bend’s Northeast Second Street between Franklin and Greenwood avenues reopened to two-way traffic on Wednesday.…
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Redmond woman arraigned on murder charge, accused of fatally stabbing her mother at their home
A Redmond woman was arrested on a murder charge Tuesday night, accused of fatally stabbing her mother at their southwest Redmond home, police…
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Bend man arrested following gas station burglary, throwing Molotov cocktail at deputies
A Bend man has been arrested following an early Friday gas station burglary, followed by an attempted attack on law enforcement officers, police…
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Over 60 Grocery Outlet locations across Oregon sued for alleged deceptive pricing
Grocery Outlet, which calls itself the ‘Bargain Market’, is alleged to be without true bargains, according to three Oregon consumers who filed a…
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Wildfire season begins in Central Oregon: what you need to know to prepare
(Update: Adding video, full story, interviews, and resources) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tuesday’s Euston fire in Redmond triggered evacuation alerts and…
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Creativity on display: OSU-Cascades showcases Outdoor Products students’ final projects
Students in the OSU-Cascades Outdoor Products program recently were able to put their final projects on display for public…
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Man pulled from Deschutes River in Bend has passed away, family confirms
The man pulled unconscious from the Deschutes River near Pioneer Park has unfortunately passed away, his family confirmed. They identified him as…
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‘Pricing everyone out of the American Dream’: Wildfire risk causes insurance distress for Central Oregon homeowners
(Update: adding video, comments by insurance agent, homeowner) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From staggering rate increases to notices of cancellation, a…
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Prineville commemorates Memorial Day with parade, followed by events to honor the fallen
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville’s annual Memorial Day Parade took place Monday morning to honor service members who…
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House Bill prohibiting cell phone use in schools fails in Senate
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — House Bill 2251, better known as the ‘Cell Phone Bill’, was hotly debated amongst citizens before it…
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Neighborhood Association pushes for expansion of major roundabout in Old Mill to be prioritized
Update: Adding video. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you drive around Bend, chances are you’re familiar with the Reed Market and Bond Street…
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Sundance Meadows Ranch hosts ‘Antique and Artisan Market’ to showcase local vendors
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An Antique and Artisan Market is being held at Sundance Meadows Ranch in southeast Bend. Local artists, antique vendors, and…
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‘We can build hope’: Habitat for Humanity holds Women Build Week in SE Bend neighborhood
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build Week is not just an event — it’s a movement to showcase the…
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Central Oregonians talk about their allergy woes as severe season ramps up
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Allergy season is typically rough on the High Desert, but this year seems especially brutal for residents. We spoke with…
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Oregon Parks holding series of focus groups, seek feedback from trail users for future statewide plan
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department and Oregon Trails Coalition are asking for input from those who frequent trails…
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