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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The 2026 Great Global Greyhound Walk will take place in Bend this weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dog lovers in Central Oregon will have a chance to meet some unique breeds this weekend! The 2026 Great Global Greyhound Walk is…
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Think Wild seeks $13,000 for critical laundry system overhaul in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild, a wildlife hospital based in Bend is seeking $13,000 in community donations to overhaul its laundry system with…
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New psilocybin therapy program aims to help veterans in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drop Thesis, a licensed psilocybin service center in Bend, Ore., has partnered with the Returning Veterans Project to launch The…
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‘Shine a Light’ Vigil in Drake Park
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 24-hour mental health vigil titled “Shine a Light” will begin this Friday at 7 p.m. in Drake Park. Organized by Hearts…
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Great Bark Bash draws hundreds to downtown Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hundreds of people attended the 2026 Great Bark Bash in downtown Bend. The event took place as part of the local Oktoberfest…
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When should Central Oregon drivers switch to winter tires? What to know before the cold arrives
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fall is just getting underway, but now is a good time for Central Oregon drivers to start thinking about getting their vehicles…
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Lights Out: Helping Migrating Birds Across Oregon
As millions of birds migrate through Oregon this fall, residents are being asked to dim unnecessary lights at night. Many birds travel after dark,…
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Bend Police arrest four suspects on assault, sexual assault, robbery charges
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police and the Central Oregon Emergency Response Team arrested four people yesterday, Sept. 16, in connection with multiple…
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Bend shuts Franklin Avenue underpass through Thanksgiving
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A segment of Franklin Avenue between Hill and First streets in downtown Bend is closed as crews begin work on a major utility…
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Forest Service road 2017 and Pine Mountain Campground reopen in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest today rescinded the temporary emergency closure of Forest Service Road 2017 and Pine Mountain…
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Duck race raises millions for local nonprofits in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Vibrant rubber ducks filled the Deschutes River on Sunday for the 37th Great Drake Park Duck Race in Central Oregon. Because…
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Historic 9/11 Newspaper Exhibit Displayed on Bend Garage, Educating Community and Reflecting
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A unique 9/11 memorial is currently on display for the public in Bend. The exhibit is located at the intersection of Nashville…
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How a flag reached Bend’s Old Mill smokestack after September 11th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — 25 years ago, a flag went up on one of Bend’s Old Mill District smokestacks, just hours after the September 11th attacks.…
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Latino Community Association urges Bend to stand with immigrants during Welcoming Week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Latino Community Association is calling on Bend residents to stand in solidarity with immigrant and refugee neighbors during…
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Central Oregon — Communities across Central Oregon are marking 25 years since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with memorials and displays…
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Handel’s Ice Cream Coming to Downtown Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new sweet spot is coming to downtown Redmond this fall. Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is preparing to open a location near…
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Bend Firefighter Reflects on 25 years Since Deployment to Ground Zero
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Former Bend Fire and Rescue Shift Battalion Chief Bob Madden reflected on his deployment to Ground Zero and the lasting impacts…
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Update: Bend police arrest suspect in restaurant burglary after owners release surveillance video
Update: KTVZ News has removed the photos and videos of the suspect due to their age. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A suspect in a burglary at a Bend…
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Boneyard Pub on Division Street in Bend will close on Oct. 11, 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Boneyard Pub announced today that its location on NE Division St. in Bend will close on October 11th, 2026. While the restaurant…
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