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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SHOP LOCAL: ‘Central Oregon Fill Your Pantry’ event takes place at Deschutes County Fairgrounds
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening Saturday, November 8th, the 10th annual Central Oregon Fill Your Pantry event is taking place at the Deschutes…
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Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon launches nonprofit PetsForward, to expand access to advanced care
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – What began as a local act of compassion has grown into a powerful mission to change the future of…
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Furry Friends: Sully the sweet boy is searching for a forever family
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Sully, a 7-year-old border collie mix looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in…
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Local nonprofit HUE hosts ‘Art from the Heart’ event to empower young artists
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A Bend nonprofit is giving young artists a chance to shine, and heal, through art and music. Hearts Unknown Education, or HUE, is…
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Sweet music: Bend’s Breedlove Guitars is donating 75 guitars to six area middle and high schools
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend guitar manufacturer Breedlove Guitars will donate 75 guitars to middle and high schools throughout the Bend-La Pine School…
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Here’s what to do if your flight is canceled or delayed
(CNN) — Delays and cancellations are affecting major airports across the country as the government shutdown — the longest in history —…
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Oregon Arts Commission makes more than $1.75 million in Sustaining Arts Program grants to over 350 organizations
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Grant awards totaling more than $ 1.75 million will be distributed to 355 Oregon arts organizations through the Oregon Arts…
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Bend Design conference marks 10 years with new home at OSU-Cascades
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Design conference is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year—and for the first time, the event will be held at the…
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Redmond Senior Center launches year-end fundraising campaign to support key programs
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Redmond Senior Center has launched its year-end fundraising campaign, with a goal of raising $100,000 by Dec, 31. The…
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SNAP funding uncertainty leaves Central Oregon food banks scrambling to feed families
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –Uncertainty surrounding federal food assistance is putting pressure on local food banks across Oregon — including Shepherd’s…
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Comedian Jim Gaffigan is bringing his ‘Everything is Wonderful!’ Tour to Bend next June
NEW YORK (KTVZ) – After a widely successful tour run in 2025, Jim Gaffigan announced on Monday 20 new dates from January through June for…
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Prineville pastor, accused of shooting cat, now charged with first-degree animal abuse
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville church pastor who allegedly shot a neighborhood cat and placed in a church dumpster…
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Furry Friends: Bullseye the beautiful boy is looking for a loving family
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Bullseye, a 2-year-old German Shepherd mix looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal…
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Meet Baobao: Central Oregon’s first robot server rolls into Bend restaurant
Jia Asian Street Kitchen in southwest Bend has introduced a robot server, the first of its kind in Central Oregon. Her name is Baobao, and she’s…
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Beloved store cat killed by Waymo
By Amanda Hari Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) — People in San Francisco’s Mission District are mourning after a…
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CELEBRITY DINNER: Bend’s Hawkeye & Huckleberry hosting special event with Brie Larson
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hawkeye & Huckleberry Lounge in Bend has announced it’s welcoming in Captain Marvel herself, Brie Larson, for her ‘Party…
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Form Pilates opening in December at Discovery Corner
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new Pilates studio, Form Pilates, is scheduled to open in December at Discovery Corner in Discovery West. The studio will be…
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Sunriver Music Festival issues call to artists for 49th season poster
Update: Adding video SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sunriver Music Festival invites a Central Oregon artist to create the commemorative 49th season…
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There’s furry fun for all at the annual Howl-o-ween Pet Costume Contest in Bend’s Old Mill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Humane Society of Central Oregon is inviting companion animals to enjoy the ghastly delights of Halloween at a special…
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