There’s Good News: Bend school resource officer repairs bikes for students in need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Officer John Horvath, with the City of Bend Police Department, recently collected, repaired and donated bicycles to students at…
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Hotshot crews are battling a fast-moving 1,000-acre wildfire in Wasco County
(Update: adding new size, videos, and images from Central Oregon Fire.) WASCO COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Zen wildfire has quickly grown to 1000…
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Redmond honors fallen service members with Memorial Day ceremonies and flag displays
REDMOND, Ore. — Memorial Day in Redmond began early Monday morning, with rows of American flags lining Terrebonne Pioneer Cemetery as the community…
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‘We are Remebering’, Veteran shares story of fallen friend on Memorial Day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Memorial Day, the names, ages and hometowns of every U.S. service person killed in Afghanistan and Iraq were read in Troy…
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String of residential fires in Central Oregon sparks safety reminder
(update: adding comments from Bend Fire, Red Cross) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A string of residential fires across Central Oregon this month is serving as…
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Failed power transformer along Highway 97 cause of Redmond vegetation fire
(Update: adding information from Fire Marshal Tom Mooney about the cause and property damage.) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A failed power transformer…
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Windy and mild today, rainy pattern begins overnight
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The region is dealing with gusty winds this afternoon and tonight as a cold front approaches from the northwest. Portions…
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Memorial Day tributes across Central Oregon remember the ultimate sacrifice
Cities across Central Oregon mourned and honored the military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country this Memorial…
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Oregon Lightning fall 54–33 to Arsenal in high scoring matchup
All Oregon Lightning home games are livestreamed for free on KTVZ+. REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Lightning fell 54–33 to the Michigan…
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Central Oregon NJROTC cadets represent the region in Washington, D.C. Memorial Day Parade
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KTVZ) — Cadets with the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) from Mountain View High School, La Pine, and Crook…
Continue Reading Warm & gusty, wind advisory goes into effect today
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We enjoyed several days of dry and warm weather across Central Oregon, but we’re tracking some changes ahead. A cold front…
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Pet Pals: Meet Zeus the Puppy
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon is back for our weekly segment “Pet Pals.” They have a variety of other fun animals to…
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Tumalo house fire causes extensive damage, no injuries reported
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — A house fire in the Tumalo area Sunday afternoon caused significant damage to a home and nearby vegetation, but no injuries…
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Oregon gas prices soar, impacting Memorial Day travel plans
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon residents and travelers are facing significantly higher costs for gas and groceries this Memorial Day, impacting travel…
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Memorial Day Wind Advisory for Central Oregon
CENTRAL OREGON — The National Weather Service in Pendleton has finalized details on a potent holiday weather system, keeping a Wind Advisory in…
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Mill 3 Fire in Jefferson County near Warm Springs
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mill 3 Fire, burning in the northwest region of Jefferson County near Warm Springs, was first reported on May…
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High Desert vs. high costs: Central Oregon heads outdoors for Memorial Day weekend activities
(update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend is once again a top Memorial Day weekend destination. This year, as travel, gas, and food costs…
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Sun and 80s for the Weekend, But Severe Monday Winds Loom for Central Oregon
Central Oregon is serving up a spectacular start to the holiday weekend, locking in a warm, clear pattern for Saturday and Sunday. If you are…
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Central Oregon students explore computer science careers at OSU-Cascades showcase
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — About 60 Central Oregon high school students spent part of Friday at OSU-Cascades exploring the computer science field, meeting…
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There’s Good News: Bend teacher named runner-up in OnPoint prize, awarded $5,000
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend Senior High teacher is being recognized in OnPoint Community Credit Union’s 2026 Prize for Excellence in Education.…
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