BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BEND, Ore. (KTVZ). — From questions about what the city’s transportation fee funds during a dry winter to the Bend Tree Project volunteer opportunity, KTVZ asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler your pressing questions. Mayor Kebler also spoke on three upcoming events the City of Bend would like you to know about:
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend police have officially activated new automatic traffic cameras at three intersections as part of a pilot program aimed at improving safety and reducing crashes. Below is a map showing where these new cameras are located. KTVZ News spoke to Bend Police to understand how the cameras work. Each intersection now
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A prosecutor and defense attorney painted sharply differing views Wednesday of the events that led a 20-year-old Bend man to fatally shoot a 33-year-old Redmond man after a 2023 altercation in a downtown Bend bar. Both sides provided jurors with their first look at security and cellphone videos during opening statements Wednesday in the murder trial of Caleb Joseph Cegers, now 22, accused of the August 10, 2023 killing of Taylor
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(Update: adding statement from Bend La-Pine Schools and info about them notifying the 18 families the day after it happened). BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend-La Pine Schools bus driver is accused of driving under the influence after transporting elementary students last week, according to Bend Police. Police say 67-year-old Martha Ann Gerlicher of Bend
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced Wednesday it will open the summit road at Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint to vehicle traffic starting at 10 a.m. Friday, May 1, for the 2026 season. Find more details from the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department below: Despite a short, dry winter, this year’s opening comes
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend hosted an open house, on Tuesday, to share information about the Franklin Project and others, including the Hawthorne Crossing. Members from several city teams were on hand to answer questions, explain design changes, and gather feedback from residents. Todd Johnson, Senior Engineer with the City of Bend,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) A new housing development aimed at improving affordability in Central Oregon is now underway. Hayden Homes held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its latest subdivision, Parkside Place, located in east Bend just off Highway 20. The project is designed to provide more affordable housing options in a region facing ongoing demand. Parkside Place
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UPDATE: New details from Bend-La Pine Schools. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mosaiac Community Health, Bend La-Pine Schools, and Deschutes County Health Services have teamed up to expand and relocate the Bend High School-Based Health Center to a newly renovated facility, the trio announced Tuesday. Happening Next is a family-friendly open house being held on Thursday, May
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon-based lifestyle brand Portland Gear is set to expand beyond its home market this spring, announcing plans to open a new retail location in Bend’s Old Mill District. The store, which will occupy the former Wild Child space at 450 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 403, marks the company’s first brick-and-mortar location
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Anglers and outdoor enthusiasts in Central Oregon have something special to look forward to this week. On Thursday, April 9th, the local fly fishing community will gather in Bend for an evening that blends camaraderie, craft, and conservation. The Fly Fishing Social will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At Worthy Brewing in Bend, sustainability is showing up in both the brewery’s hops and the produce grown for its menu. The brewery says many of its hops come from Indy Hops, an Oregon-based company that works with growers using environmentally responsible practices. Some of those hops are certified through Salmon-Safe,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, April 14th, Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration, serving up free scoops of ice cream to fans around the world. During the much-loved tradition, Ben & Jerry’s aims to spread some joy across the globe, one ice cream-filled cone at a time. Last year, fans showed
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A brochure now landing in Bend mailboxes strongly urges residents to speak out against the city’s plans to impose a “climate pollution fee” of up to $2,300 on natural gas appliances in new homes, part of an effort to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “YOUR ENERGY CHOICE IS UNDER ATTACK IN BEND,” states the front of the mailing from the Northwest
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, the Bend Parks and Recreation District is hiring for summer positions! Hopeful helpers ages 15 and up are invited and encouraged to apply for positions supporting summer camps, swimming, outdoor recreation and all things fun. Here are some of the positions you can apply for: Youth Summer Camp Leader
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DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest is planning prescribed burning operations Monday on the Bend-Fort Rock and Sisters Ranger Districts, with smoke expected to be visible in parts of Central Oregon. Firefighters on the Sisters Ranger District are planning up to 42 acres of ignitions on the SAFR 9 and 78 prescribed
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Have you ever dreamed of owning a bookstore in downtown Bend? That opportunity may soon be available. The owner of Underground Books in downtown Bend is considering passing the torch. While he has no plans to close the store, owner Justin Schlosberg told KTVZ News he’s entertaining offers. A potential sale
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(UPDATE: Adding video and quotes from business owners) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend is bursting with creativity tonight as local students showcase their work during the Youth Art Takeover, part of April’s monthly First Friday Art Walk tradition. The event featured student-led art displays, live music, and performances throughout the downtown area. The takeover gives Central Oregon’s
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Construction professionals across Central Oregon will have an opportunity to learn how to navigate a major industry shift at a free, full-day seminar hosted by Hooker Creek Companies on April 13. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Riverhouse Convention Center in Bend, followed by a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are we designing our city for happiness? That’s a question that will be asked by nonprofit organization Building a Better Bend’s 2026 lecture series will ask. The inaugural talk, titled “Is Bend Building a “Happy City?” The Science & Design Secrets of Happy Cities,” will examine how urban design can foster
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascades East Transit will implement significant service enhancements across Central Oregon beginning May 4th, 2026. The changes include increased bus frequency on Bend routes and the launch of a new route in Jefferson County connecting Warm Springs and Madras. The transit system, which is operated by the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council,
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