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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Bend Police investigate alleged dump truck theft and hours-long joyride
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police are investigating after a dump truck worth more than half a million dollars was stolen from a job site and later…
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Up to 10 skiers missing, six survive California avalanche in area where Bend snowmobiler died
TRUCKEE, Calif. (KTVZ) — As many 10 skiers were missing Tuesday after an avalanche struck a group of 16 people skiing in the Castle Peak area near…
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Seeing smoke? Deschutes County is starting winter pile burning southwest of Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Natural Resources alerted residents Tuesday that winter pile burning was getting underway near the Seventh…
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Incoming laughter: Comedian John Mulaney to perform in Bend, along with Fred Armisen, Mike Birbiglia
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A night of stories and laughs from three well-known comedians will be one of this year’s early-season gatherings at Bend’s…
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“We definitely feel UNPREPARED”: Humane Society of Central Oregon’s disaster trailer stolen
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon’s disaster trailer was stolen Saturday night, Feb. 14, from its facility in Bend. The theft…
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Mt. Bachelor wraps up a busy Presidents Day weekend with big crowds, a bit more snow – and plenty of wind
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Many Central Oregonians spent part of their Presidents Day weekend skiing and snowboarding at Mt. Bachelor following recent…
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Oregon agencies team up to offer free tax help
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon taxpayers can get free help filing their federal and state income tax returns at WorkSource Oregon centers across the…
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Central Oregon’s WinterFest brings community together for winter fun
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Residents from across the Northwest gathered in Central Oregon this weekend for Bend WinterFest 2026. Despite a lack of…
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Love is in the air, even in a courtroom: ‘Cupid’s Docket’ happens a day early, despite the date
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With Valentine’s Day falling on a Saturday this year, Central Oregon judges offered their “Cupid’s Docket” matrimonial…
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WorkSource Oregon, Department of Revenue team up for free tax help events; one set for next month in Bend
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ — Oregon taxpayers can get free help filing their federal and state personal income tax returns electronically at six…
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Big Bend brew news: Cascade Lakes Brewing owners acquire Crux Fermentation as part of new 5-brewery collective
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The family that owns Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. has purchased the Crux Fermentation Project, part of a newly announced coalition…
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Bend’s Street Dog Hero welcomes 30+ Chihuahua mixes rescued from Central California
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Street Dog Hero has welcomed 31 Chihuahua mixes rescued from a cramped hoarding home in Central California. “The dogs were found…
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Oregon Dept. of Revenue’s Bend office has a free e-filing kiosk to get your refund and kicker much quicker
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue is urging taxpayers to use public computer kiosks in its regional offices – including Bend -…
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Wildhorse Harley-Davidson Kawasaki in Bend closes after 26 years
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Wildhorse Harley-Davidson Kawasaki location on the north side of Bend is closing after nearly 26 years in business. The…
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Downtown Bend drivers get relief: Olney Avenue fully reopens, more than a year after project began
More than a year after the city of Bend began an improvement project on a key east-west thoroughfare – work that was beset by several unexpected…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler responds to viewer-submitted questions on ICE, the city’s transportation fee, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From her stance on ICE activity to questions about the city’s transportation fee, KTVZ News asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler your…
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Dear Mom Cafe wins top prize at third annual SOUPer Bowl with Khao Soi, a Northern Thai curry noodle soup
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dear Mom Cafe earned the top prize at the High Desert Food & Farm Alliance’s third annual SOUPer Bowl on Saturday, February…
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Bend Chamber marks 100 years of supporting business community; Centennial Celebration set for May
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026, marking a century of supporting the regional business…
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Bend Comedy Festival returns Labor Day weekend with bigger lineup
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After a sold-out debut last year, the Bend Comedy Festival is returning Labor Day weekend, Sept. 4-6, with…
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