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‘It allows these folks to be seen’: Bend company’s ‘Pink Lights for Hope’ honors breast cancer survivors across US

October 4, 2024 4:12 pm Kelsey McGee

(Update: Adding video, comments from CEO) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — People around the country are marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month. One Bend…

Costco’s new, larger Bend store just days away from opening; members eager to check it out

October 15, 2024 4:45 pm Kelsey McGee

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ Just days away, the final touches are being completed on Central Oregon’s new Costco, and members are excited to check it all…

Judge rejects defense request to toss indictment in Bend baseball-bat attack over leg restraint, 2 deputies in grand jury room

October 14, 2024 9:19 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Deschutes County judge on Monday rejected a defense request to throw out the indictment of a Bend man accused of attempted…

‘I was very overjoyed’: Central Oregon Symphony adds two Caldera High students to ensemble

October 14, 2024 11:38 am Isabella Warren

Two Caldera High School musicians recently were accepted to join the Central Oregon Symphony, a rare and exciting…

Downtown Bend businesses report a drop in foot traffic as Central Oregon’s wildfire smoke lingers well into fall

October 14, 2024 4:55 pm Kelsey McGee

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The latest round of smoke from the continued, lingering wildfires has again affected air quality levels for more than a…

‘Blown away’: Woman undergoing breast cancer treatment says family and friends have made journey easy

October 14, 2024 5:09 pm Isabella Warren

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A warm smile and lots of positivity: That’s what’s helping Kristi Testerman through her breast cancer journey. “What I bring…

‘They’re not alone’: Nearly 400 people take part in this year’s C. Oregon Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Riverbend Park

October 13, 2024 10:28 am Kelsey McGee

(Update: Adding video, comments from walk manager, participant) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the Alzheimer’s Association, nearly 7 million…

‘It reaffirms why we’re doing this’: Hundreds gather at Drake Park to support local bid to buy Mt. Bachelor

October 12, 2024 10:39 pm Kelsey McGee

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Earlier this year, POWDR announced its intent to sell Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort. Now, a local duo is leading an effort for…

Students from COCC and Bend’s sister city of Belluno, Italy complete cross-cultural mural project

October 11, 2024 11:12 pm KTVZ News Team

Three COCC students and three visiting college students from Bend’s sister city of Belluno, Italy have been involved in a special mural project here…

Wyden addresses hemp beverage industry summit in Bend, calls for standardized consumer protections

October 11, 2024 9:08 pm Matthew Draxton

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon Senator Ron Wyden gave a keynote address Friday at the Pacific Hemp Beverage Industry Summit at Worthy Brewing, talking…

City of Bend considers allowing limited debris, vegetation burning in hard-to-reach areas

October 11, 2024 8:33 pm Barney Lerten

For more than a decade, the city of Bend has banned open burning of yard debris, also known as backyard burning, within the city limits. But…

21st annual Bend Film Festival celebrates independent cinema; we talk to filmmakers

October 11, 2024 11:55 am Jillian Fortner

(update: adding video, comments from director and cinematographer) Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) — The Bend Film Festival is back for its 21st edition,…

Two former employees of Saving Grace say they were denied the very services the organization provides

October 11, 2024 5:58 pm Isabella Warren

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Monica and Michelle are former employees at Saving Grace, the only nonprofit in Central Oregon providing resources for…

City of Bend and Deschutes County fleshing out plans for Juniper Ridge homeless ‘Temporary Safe Stay Area’

October 11, 2024 4:59 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County commissioners will hold a public hearing next Wednesday and consider alternative draft resolutions to assist…

Oregon Transportation Commission meets in Bend, gets update on steps taken over DMV voter registration errors

October 10, 2024 11:59 am Barney Lerten, Jillian Fortner

(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Transportation Commission met in Bend on Thursday and got updates on a variety of issues, from…

Several people injured when ‘dust devil’ hits ODOT ribbon-cutting ceremony for Bend North Corridor project

October 9, 2024 4:55 pm KTVZ News Team

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Several people were injured Wednesday afternoon when a “dust devil” hit a tent as dignitaries gathered for the ribbon-cutting of…

Bend-La Pine School Board selects three finalists for Zone 6 board vacancy; joint interview set for Nov. 12

October 9, 2024 3:43 pm KTVZ News Sources

The Board of Directors for Bend-La Pine Schools will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, November 12 to interview finalists for the vacant Zone 6 seat…

Bend Chamber launches new ‘NEXTUp Leaders’ program to support leadership skills development

October 9, 2024 11:41 am KTVZ News Sources

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Many employees are initially excited when they first step into management or leadership roles, but this can quickly turn to…

OSU-Cascades early fall numbers show enrollment holding steady, increasing freshman diversity

October 9, 2024 10:40 am KTVZ News Sources

Oregon State University–Cascades’ preliminary enrollment report shows a total of 1,370 students served at the Bend campus this fall, the Bend…

Ask the Mayor: Melanie Kebler answers your questions on roundabout signals, vehicle camping, more

October 9, 2024 9:27 am KTVZ News Sources

Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler joins Kelsey Merison and Matthew Draxton on our Sunrise show Wednesday to answer your questions on issues ranging from…