Bend parks officials look to curb damage in north Shevlin Park as use grows
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As Bend continues to expand, city park officials are working to stay ahead of environmental damage in a lesser-used area of…
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New AI tool developed at the University of Oregon could speed discovery of life-changing new drugs
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — For every life-changing new drug that comes to market, many candidates fail along the way. An artificial intelligence-based…
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Roller season gets underway at The Pavilion in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District said Tuesday it has completed its seasonal changeover at The Pavilion and is now open for…
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AAA: Gas prices ease for now, but rising crude oil prices may curb relief for Oregon drivers
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Most states, including Oregon, are seeing stable or falling gas prices this week. But crude oil prices are rising again,…
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Sisters High students take part in ‘bioblitz,’ count flora and fauna at proposed Highway 20 wildlife crossing sites
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Oregon State University-Cascades, and Sisters High School are teaming up this…
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Scattered showers and isolated storms today, rain lingers Wednesday
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Rainy conditions are expected today as the steady stream of moisture arrives from the south. The rainfall is due to a complex…
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Update: Deschutes National Forest cancels Tuesday’s prescribed burn SE of Bend
The Deschutes National Forest has cancelled a Tuesday planned 501-acre prescribed burning operation that it began Monday on the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, April 21st
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, April 21st. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Bend man pleads guilty in 2020 murder-for-hire killing of Bend couple; his uncle got a 25-year prison term
UPDATE: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man facing two counts of murder and conspiracy in the 2020 murder-for-hire…
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Oregon safari owner pleads guilty to animal neglect, faces sentencing
BANDON, Ore. (KTVZ) — Back in February 2025, KTVZ News brought you a developing story regarding the West Coast Game Park Safari in Bandon, after a…
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Off and on rain today, isolated storms possible
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – We’re tracking a midweek pattern change bringing cooler and more unsettled weather to Central Oregon. Highs will only reach the…
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Historic victory: Oregon Webfoots claim inaugural March Madness title in 1939
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) The Oregon Webfoots made history on March 27, 1939, by winning the first-ever NCAA basketball tournament. The team defeated the…
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There’s Good News: 100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon donates to nonprofit that helps women in recovery
UPDATE: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Members of 100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon have collectively donated $19,500 as of…
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Decision 2026: Oregon secretary of state releases elections toolkit, reminds of key voter registration, other dates
SALEM, OR — Today, the Oregon Secretary of State Office released on Monday the official 2026 Elections Toolkit, a collection of civic education…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon to host “The Big Draft” at Greg’s Grill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon (BBBSCO) has launched “The Big Draft” recruitment campaign this week. It’s a…
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Secretary McMahon tours Crook County schools as part of nationwide education tour
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Crook County High School and Crooked River Elementary School in…
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Madras man pleads guilty to manslaughter, faces 25-year prison sentence in 2022 fatal shooting
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Madras man facing trial on murder, kidnap and other charges in the 2022 fatal shooting of another Madras man…
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Outdoor burning rules vary across Central Oregon after dry, mild winter
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon fire districts are moving up the end of outdoor debris burning to April 30, citing dry conditions, gusty winds…
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Snow Report: Thanks for keeping riders safe this year
The season has concluded at Mt. Bachelor. It was a rough season, but the crews really worked hard to keep the poor conditions as best they could for…
Continue Reading Rainy pattern through mid-week, occasional thunderstorms Tuesday
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – Mild pattern this week will be accompanied by showers and a few isolated thunderstorms. The rainy pattern is expected to begin…
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