Hunter Hess’ journey from Bend to the 2026 Winter Olympic Games
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– What started as casual midweek laps on the mountain has turned into an Olympic dream realized. “I just kind of started doing it…
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There’s Good News: Bend cyclists of all ages invited to hit the course at Cascade Cycling Classic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For one afternoon, downtown Bend streets, usually filled with traffic, will belong to cyclists of every age and ability.…
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Problem Solvers: Lawsuit and customer accusations surround local roofing company
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Complaints from Central Oregon residents involving local company 541 Roofing allege customers paid thousands of dollars in…
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Bend City Council approves Climate Pollution Fee on natural gas appliances in new homes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After years of debate, Bend City Council has approved a new Climate Pollution Fee that will place charges on certain natural…
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Bend woman killed in suspected DUI crash while cycling in California
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two bicyclists were killed and a third was injured in a suspected DUI crash on June 11 on the Pacific Coast Highway in Ventura…
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Concert season strikes a chord with central oregon economy
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As concert season ramps up across Central Oregon, venues in Bend, Redmond and beyond are doing more than drawing…
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Bend police arrest man in sexual abuse case, seek additional victims
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police arrested 19-year-old Alex Roger Stanley today, on suspicion of sexual abuse charges involving a minor. Authorities…
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Bend Bikes, Central Oregon YIMBY to host community social on housing, transportation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon YIMBY (Yes In My Back Yard) and Bend Bikes are teaming up for a community social event focused on the future of…
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Nonprofits start campaign to bring proportional ranked choice voting to Deschutes County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new campaign is underway by several nonprofits in Deschutes County that its supporters say could reshape how local leaders…
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Central Oregon Earth Seeds hosts vibrant Juneteenth celebration this Saturday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Central Oregon Earth Seeds and Moonchild Artistry Events invite the community to join this Saturday’s Juneteenth Central Oregon…
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Park Picks: Sawyer Park’s $3 million transformation takes shape
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In this week’s Park Picks, we head out to Sawyer Park. The 53-acre natural area along the Deschutes River in Bend is undergoing…
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Fire sprinklers contain blaze at Bend apartment complex
Bend Fire & Rescue responded to a fire in a third-floor apartment at the Stonebriar Apartment Complex in Bend before 1 p.m. The building’s fire…
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Arrest made in Bend after robbery and assaults at two locations
UPDATE: Bend Police have provided an update concerning this case adding that the incident did not happen at the Express Eco Laundromat. BEND, Ore.…
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Avoid parking woes: CET’s summer shuttles to outdoor destinations are back
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit (CET) has reinstated its summer recreation shuttle services, offering convenient access to Central…
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There’s Good News: NICU families reunite at St. Charles Bend for heartwarming event
Families who had children treated in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at St. Charles Bend gathered on Saturday for a reunion event. The celebration…
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Mt. Bachelor kicks off summer season June 25 with bike park, events and new activities
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will begin its summer operations on Thursday, June 25, offering a downhill bike park, sunset dinners and other…
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End of an era: Bend High students say goodbye to old building on last day of school
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Today marked the final day of classes for many schools in the Bend-La Pine district, including Bend Senior High School. For…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler responds to questions about fireworks, e-bikes, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From concerns for the upcoming 4th of July fireworks show due to dry conditions to e-bike enforcement, KTVZ asked Bend Mayor…
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OnPoint grant funds BendNEXT program for emerging Central Oregon leaders
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — OnPoint Community Credit Union has awarded a $3,500 grant to the BendNEXT Foundation to fund leadership development scholarships…
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Bend’s 15th Street and Ferguson Road intersection to close for construction
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Construction on the roundabout at the intersection of 15th Street and Ferguson Road in Bend, Ore., will begin June 22. The…
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