BendFilm executive director departs; new leadership team announced
(Update: Added sot from Clay Pruitt) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BendFilm has announced what it calls a “leadership evolution,” as Executive Director…
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City of Bend drafts policy to bar federal immigration enforcement at any city-owned facilities
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend is preparing to enact a policy barring the use of city facilities for federal immigration enforcement, as…
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UPDATE: Bend man arrested on murder charge, accused of killing wife arraigned; Next court appearance set
(Update: Mitchell’s next court date set for January 20th) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thursday afternoon, Bend man Stephen Mitchell, arrested for the murder…
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Bend’s Powder House is expanding by building new entertainment venue
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Powder House, a long-time Bend business, is expanding – establishing a new venue called “Base Camp.” The 8,000-square-foot space…
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Problem Solvers: Lead concerns rise near Bend Airport as some aircraft still use leaded fuel
(Jillian Fortner has a full report tonight) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Many small aircraft still use a type of aviation gasoline that contains lead, and…
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Bend’s Volcanic Theatre Pub survives: Exclusive
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News can exclusively tell you that one of Bend’s best-known music venues is not going anywhere after all. Owner Johnny…
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KTVZ Meteorologist Shannon Brady Signs Off, Moving to Arizona for New Opportunity
From left to right: Kelsey Merison (Sunrise Anchor), Carson Perl (Sunrise Audio Technician), Greg Mason (KTVZ Chief Engineer), Silas Moreau (Sunrise…
Continue ReadingNew Bend school takes a different approach to learning
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new school in Bend is changing how students learn — and how teachers teach. The Bend Leadership Academy opened its doors…
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Old Boss Rambler site cleared for new building
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Demolition crews have cleared the site of the former Boss Rambler Taproom on Bend’s westside, paving the way for a major new…
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UPDATE: Tips from public help Bend police find, arrest alleged hit-and-run driver accused of hitting child on bike
Bend police released a vehicle photo Tuesday and asked for the community’s help in finding a driver who allegedly left the scene of a crash…
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Bynum applauds House passage of funding bill with nearly $1 million for Bend to replace aging water pipes
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — The U.S. House on Tuesday approved a funding package that includes over $6 million for Fifth District water infrastructure…
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Police K-9’s bite helps officers arrest hiding suspect after manhunt, neighborhood alert in NE Bend
A police K-9’s bite helped Bend police arrest a wanted Bend man found hiding in a northeast Bend backyard during an extensive search Tuesday…
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Oregon and U.S. gas prices fall to lowest levels in nearly five years – but AAA says that could change soon
PORTLAND, Ore., – The national average for regular gas has been stable over the past week, and the Oregon average continues to fall. In fact,…
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Two information nights set, applications open for new ‘choice’ high school in NE Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools is inviting the community to learn about its new “choice option” high school during two information…
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BNSF crews called to Washington flood response delay completion of Bend’s Olney Avenue project
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Work on the Olney Avenue Improvements Project continues, city officials said Tuesday, as crews proceed with the…
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‘Strong Hearts, Strong Teens’: Free heart screening event for Central Oregon youth
A simple heart screening could be the difference between early treatment and tragedy — and one Central Oregon student knows that firsthand.
On…
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Have your say: Visit Bend seeks 4 new board members for tourism & sustainability
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Visit Bend is looking for community members who want to help shape the city’s future in tourism, recreation, and…
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Oregon Adaptive Sports brings inclusive snow program back to the slopes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A beloved Central Oregon winter tradition is back on the mountain. Oregon Adaptive Sports has relaunched its long-running Ski…
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City of Bend invites students to tell the story of 100 years of exceptional water
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The City of Bend has launched its 2026 One Water Student Video Contest to honor the 100th anniversary of the City’s Water…
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Caleb Cegers’ murder trial postponed to April in 2023 downtown Bend shooting of Taylor Wyss
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The trial of Bend murder suspect Caleb Cegers has been pushed back another three months,…
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