SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon taxpayers must file their tax year 2025 federal and state personal income tax returns by midnight Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The Oregon Department of Revenue has information and options available for taxpayers during the final filing period. Oregon is returning $1.41 billion in revenue above projections to taxpayers through a
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UPDATE: Corrected concert date – May 15th, 2026 BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Renowned Cellist Peter Wiley and pianist Anna Polonsky will return to Central Oregon to perform High Desert Chamber Music’s Celebrity Recitals on May 15th, 2026, in Bend. The program includes a selection of works: Beethoven’s Variations on The Magic Flute, Schubert’s Arpeggione Sonata
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynne Ouchida of the Humane Society of Central Oregon dropped by Friday with a great dog named Jesse, who just might be best pooch for you or your family. You can visit and meet “amazing” Jesse this weekend, and he’ll be ready to adopt starting on Tuesday.
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Meet Rex! Rex is a 2-year-old mixed breed looking for his forever home at BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond. He arrived at Brightside as a stray and has been full of energy ever since. Staff say he’s a happy guy who loves a good game of fetch and enjoys playtime with
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EASTERN OREGON (KTVZ) The farming families of Gilliam County are used to hardship, but this year’s fuel and shipping costs are testing even the most seasoned growers. Fifth-generation farmers say they’re doing everything they can to keep their operations alive — and their way of life intact. For Erin Heidemann and her husband, Deacon, who
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Another longtime Bend restaurant has unexpectedly closed its doors. The combination Schlotzsky’s and Cinnabon location is now permanently shut down. A note posted on the door does not provide an explanation for the sudden closure. Instead, the message thanks the community for more than 30 years of support. The shutdown appears to
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced Wednesday it will open the summit road at Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint to vehicle traffic starting at 10 a.m. Friday, May 1, for the 2026 season. Find more details from the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department below: Despite a short, dry winter, this year’s opening comes
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) A new housing development aimed at improving affordability in Central Oregon is now underway. Hayden Homes held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its latest subdivision, Parkside Place, located in east Bend just off Highway 20. The project is designed to provide more affordable housing options in a region facing ongoing demand. Parkside Place
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ – U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley as well as U.S. Reps. Val Hoyle, Andrea Salinas, Janelle Bynum and Maxine Dexter today announced Monday that more than 25 Oregon airports will receive a combined federal investment of more than $27 million to make their infrastructure safer and better. “Oregonians rely on federal investments
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynne Ouchida of the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought a special visitor Friday evening, marking Easter weekend with a bunny named Dr. Pepper!
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Meet Captain Patch! This friendly pup loves exploring, running around the play yard, and enjoying plenty of belly rubs. BrightSide Animal Center says he has all the qualities of a true ranch dog, and he was found at Crooked River Ranch. If you’re looking for a loyal companion to be by
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mountain View Roadhouse has opened its doors in East Bend, taking over the former location of “The Phoenix.” The new restaurant features a broad, roadhouse-style menu designed to serve families and large groups. The establishment is one of the few restaurants in Bend to remain open past 9 p.m., serving its
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has appointed Ellen Waterston of Bend to a second term as Oregon’s poet laureate, Oregon Humanities announced Thursday. A celebrated poet/writer, educator and speaker who founded the Writing Ranch and the Waterston Desert Writing Prize, Waterston will serve a second two-year term, ending in August 2028. Waterston is
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Van Perry has joined the Family Access Network Board of Directors, bringing more than 30 years of global leadership experience to the Central Oregon nonprofit. Perry has a background in scaling organizations across multiple industries, including technology, real estate and the public sector. The Family Access Network, which began in 1993,
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Seed to Table Oregon, a Sisters-based nonprofit, has opened sign-ups for its 2026 Produce Share program featuring a “no-questions-asked” sliding-scale payment model. The farm share program provides fresh, organic vegetables from May through November with weekly prices starting at $26. Unlike traditional sliding-scale programs, the nonprofit does not require an application
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This article was written by Vince Ybarra with KPTV News PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) – A cold case has been solved in Oregon after a man went missing in 1974 while traveling from Montana to California. Oregon State Police said Mark Smith went missing sometime in 1974 while traveling from Montana to California. Four years later, a logging
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There’s a new furry face at the Humane Society of Central Oregon, and he’s ready to steal some hearts. Amber from the Humane Society joined us for this week’s Pet Pals segment to introduce Kiwi, a two-month-old male kitten who’s just about to be available for adoption. Kiwi is scheduled to be neutered by the shelter’s veterinarian
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WASHINGTON (NBC) — The Senate agreed unanimously early Friday to fund the Department of Homeland Security, but without funding for immigration enforcement and deportation operations. Senators approved the package at 2:20 a.m. by voice vote following a marathon session. The 42-day funding lapse has seen them go without pay, leading many to call out of
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Meet Beezus! This 8 year old tortoiseshell cat has a sweet personality with a little bit of spice, just like many torties. She enjoys her wet food, long naps, and curling up in a warm sunny spot. She would do best in a quiet and gentle home where she can be
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond’s Commission for Art in Public Places announced Thursday a call for Oregon artists to submit digital images of original two-dimensional paintings for an art display at Centennial Park that will honor America’s 250th birthday. The selected artworks will be enlarged into 5-by-5-foot Aluminum Composite Material panels and displayed outdoors for about two
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