Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office celebrates 25th annual ‘Shop with a Cop’ this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Â On Tuesday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office kicked off it’s 25th annual Shop with a Cop event, happening through…
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Spirit of Christmas Giving Tree returns, expected to help 200 children this holiday season
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Holiday festivities are underway in Sisters, where the Sisters–Camp Sherman Fire District has lit up its main station for…
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Oregon Parks and Recreation Department seeking public input on proposed changes to rates, reservations
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) recently announced proposed changes to reservations, fees, and more in order…
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DONATIONS ENCOURAGED: Free gift wrapping service in Bend returns thanks to Oregon nonprofit
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you in need of some extra help this holiday season? Between decorating the house, buying gifts, and planning your holiday…
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ODOT to host Hawthorne Crossing Project open house in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Transportation is hosting an open house for the community on Tuesday, December 2nd to educate…
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Furry Friends: Moose the sweet senior pup
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Moose, a 7-year-old German Shepherd mix looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center…
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Save the Date: A weekend of holiday festivities in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from a brunch in Sunriver with…
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Small Business Spotlight: The Monterey Company creates all things custom in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Black Friday is one of the busiest shopping days of the year—as many are looking ahead to the holidays and checking gifts off…
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FREE FISHING: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife announces two upcoming opportunities to fish for free statewide
OREGON (KTVZ) — Are you looking for something to do following Thanksgiving? The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has announced free fishing…
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Furry Friends: Saber the sweet snuggle bug is looking for his forever home
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Saber, a 7-year-old long-haired black cat looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal…
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WinterFest returns to Bend February 13th-15th, here’s what (and who) to expect
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend’s WinterFest is set to return February 13th-15th, 2026 in the Old Mill District. Here’s what–and who–to expect this time…
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Oregon Guard welcomes home soldiers with demobilization ceremony following one-year deployment
FOREST GROVE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon National Guard formally welcomed home approximately 230 members on Sunday in Forest Grove following a…
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Furry Friends: Winnie the sweet Rottweiler is looking for someone to cuddle
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Winnie, a 5-year-old Rottweiler looking for her forever home at Brightside Animal Center in…
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SEASON OF GIVING: ‘Bend Fire Santa Express’ donation drive taking place December 6th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Santa is once again trading his sleigh for a fire engine to ride through the city of Bend, collecting donations for The…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler discusses studded tires, the city’s unhoused population, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From the impact of studded tires on city roads to Bend’s unhoused population, KTVZ News asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler your…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Wednesday, November 12th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, November 12th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to…
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Faces of Freedom: Tuesday, November 11th
This Veterans Day, KTVZ presents ‘Faces of Freedom’. It’s a special way to honor the heroes who served our country. Here are Tuesday, November…
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Oregon taxpayers to receive kicker credit on 2025 Oregon tax returns
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregonians can plan to receive a kicker credit on their tax returns next year for 2025. According to the Oregon Department of…
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Jack Johnson returns to Bend September 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hayden Homes Amphitheater announced Jack Johnson will return to Bend September 27th, 2026 for the ‘Surfilmusic Tour’ with…
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Faces of Freedom: Friday, November 7th
This Veterans Day, KTVZ presents ‘Faces of Freedom’. It’s a special way to honor the heroes who served our country. Here are Friday, November 7th’s…
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