“It was awesome”: Crowds gather in downtown for Bend’s Christmas Parade
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The holiday season is in full swing, and Saturday’s Holiday Parade drew crowds from across Bend to celebrate together. Hundreds…
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Bend’s First Friday in December rings in the holiday season
(UPDATE: adding video and quotes from Sarah Swartz, Suzy Reininger, and Sarah Roberts) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The holiday season is in full effect as a…
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Break-in at Bend Christmas tree lot can’t dim holiday spirit
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend Christmas tree lot raising money for a local rehab charity started its morning with an unwelcome surprise. Employees at…
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Bend woman killed in single-vehicle car crash
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On December 4, 2025, at 8:23 p.m., deputies with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a…
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Security footage and stolen ski pass lead to Bend burglary arrest
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man was arrested early Friday morning for allegedly committing multiple burglaries in northwest Bend. Donald Richard…
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The Taizé community rebuilds after Covid-19 pandemic
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Some community members still feel the effects of the covid pandemic – including the Taizé…
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Hot ashes ignite SW Bend shed fire; quick 911 call, fast firefighter attack keep flames from reaching nearby homes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A fast firefighter response kept a garden shed fire – sparked by disposed-of hot ashes – from reaching nearby homes in a…
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‘It’s not a moral failing’: Central Oregon expert offers holiday mental health and recovery tips
The holidays are often portrayed as cheerful and comforting — but for many people in recovery, the season can be one of the toughest stretches of…
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New Shevlin Crossing tenant brings first-in-Oregon advanced breast screening technology
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Taylor Brooks has just announced that Perk Imaging has signed a lease for Shevlin Crossing Building B, introducing an advanced…
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Crowd pleasers: Central Oregon Mastersingers perform a medley of holiday tunes at downtown Bend Library
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Mastersingers put on a free performance at the downtown Bend library Thursday afternoon. This is a…
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Problem Solvers: Business owners clash over parklets impact on sales and accessibility
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For several months, the Problem Solvers have been sharing stories about the parking challenges facing downtown Bend. Many…
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Assistance League of Bend’s ‘Raise a Glass for the Kids’ fundraiser was a community celebration of generosity
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Assistance League of Bend says it’s thrilled to announce the success of its recent fundraising event,…
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Christmas Parade returns to Downtown Bend Saturday, Mistletoe Miler before parade
BEND, Ore (KTVZ) — The annual Christmas Parade is returning to the streets of downtown Bend, this Saturday, December 6th at noon. Cascade Relays is…
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Holiday bazaar brings local artisans and festive cheer to Tetherow Resort
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Tetherow Resort hosted a special Christmas shopping event this evening, the 2025 Holiday Bazaar. The event, which ran from 4pm…
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Bend-based logging company named Eastern Oregon Operator of the Year for thinning work in crowded forests
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Two loggers – one from Bend – and a forest road builder have been chosen as Operators of The Year for their respective region…
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‘Under Pressure’: Bend’s High Desert Museum prepares upcoming exhibit exploring our volcanic past – and present
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For millions of years, volcanoes have been the most powerful force in nature. And for many in the West, the impact of volcanoes…
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Trucker accused of causing deadly Hwy. 20 crash arraigned on new manslaughter charges; bail doubled, to $500,000
A truck driver whose jackknifed rig allegedly caused a crash that killed a newlywed couple east of Bend last week was arraigned Wednesday on more…
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Bend’s beloved Pole Pedal Paddle race is turning 50; official design contest is now open for artist submissions
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation and SELCO Community Credit Union said Wednesday they are now…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office celebrates 25th annual ‘Shop with a Cop’ this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Â On Tuesday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office kicked off it’s 25th annual Shop with a Cop event, happening through…
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White SUV crashes into Bend ice cream shop
BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — KTVZ confirms a white four-door SUV crashed into Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream at 61165 S. Highway 97 in Bend Tuesday evening. 911…
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