Bend Police warn residents about use of electric motorcycles
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Bend Police are sounding the alarm on electric motorcycles. These are different than e-bikes and are illegal on the road.…
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Oregon DEQ issues report on 2024 smoke trends: Longer wildfire seasons mean more unhealthy air days in Bend, elsewhere
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has released the 2025 Wildfire Smoke Trends Report, which gathers and examines data about how the…
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Heather Quinn wins 2025 Waterston Desert Prize; High Desert Museum event to feature award-winning author Dan Flores
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Heather Quinn, a Minnesota-based writer, photographer and filmmaker, has been officially selected as the winner of the 11th…
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Bend and Central Oregon again top AAA’s list of favorite Labor Day weekend travel destinations around the Northwest
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s been a record-breaking summer travel season, and many will squeeze in one final trip over the Labor Day weekend…
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Super Burrito 3 closes under unusual circumstances
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A secondary location of the popular local restaurant ‘Super Burrito’ appears to be closed. The doors are locked, and the lights…
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City of Bend hosting community meeting on plans to expand Outback water filtration, wells and reservoirs site
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is hosting a community meeting about the future of the “Outback” site from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday,…
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Looking good: National fashion retailer Madewell set to open in Bend’s Old Mill District early next year
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — National fashion retailer Madewell is expanding into Central Oregon with a new storefront set to open in Bend’s Old Mill…
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Problem Solvers: ‘Disaster waiting to happen’: Bend neighbors call for action on dangerous speeds along NE Purcell Boulevard
(Jillian Fortner has a Problem Solvers report at 6) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Residents in a Northeast Bend neighborhood are raising concerns about…
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City of Bend hosting pre-construction open house for Butler Market and Wells Acres roundabout, key route project
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City Council recently approved the construction contract for the Butler Market & Wells Acres Roundabout & Butler…
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Bend man facing child abuse, drug charges who fled to Thailand makes court appearance
A Bend man facing numerous child sexual exploitation and drug charges after a 2024 raid on his home fled to Florida, then to Thailand before his…
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Another quiet week at the gas pumps as August settles in; Bend’s average price rose slightly, AAA reports
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The first full week of August was another week with just small price changes at the gas pumps around the U.S., Oregon and…
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Bend man arrested in stabbing assault on younger brother; woman also facing charges
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man was arrested Wednesday afternoon on assault and other charges, accused of stabbing his older…
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Bend-La Pine Education Foundation receives $5,000 grant from to support classroom enrichments
July 2025 – The Bend-LaPine Education Foundation is proud to announce a recent award from the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation. The $5,000 award…
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City of Bend and St. Charles Health Systems announce plans for Bend’s Welcoming Week 2025
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend and St. Charles Health Systems said Tuesday they are thrilled to announce the eighth annual celebration of…
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Two Bend-La Pine bus programs help families prepare for return to school
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The first day of school is Wednesday, September 3, and the Bend-La Pine Transportation Department is preparing families and…
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A new community resource is out to become a helpful tool: the Central Oregon Tool Library launches Sept. 5
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new community resource is coming to Central Oregon: the Central Oregon Tool Library (COTool), a nonprofit lending library for…
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Bend man accused of beating, dragging his dog on NE Third Street arrested on animal abuse charges
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man has been arrested on animal abuse charges, accused of beating his dog in public view on a busy northeast Bend street,…
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What’s in a name? Bend Park and Rec District seeks applicants to serve on Naming Committee
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Park and Recreation District is seeking community members to help name future park, facility and trail projects.…
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Some downtown Bend businesses may be feeling the pinch from President Trump’s tariffs
Local business owners say the added costs on items like jewelry, clothing, and specialty goods may lead to higher prices for customers — or slimmer…
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Water is the draw for Central Oregonians trying to beat the heat; Bend Park & Rec offers suggestions and safety tips
With this week’s scorching forecast, the most popular way to cool off is to head to the water. Whether it’s the river, a community pool, or one…
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