BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Class is back in session but kids are not showing up. As of the 23-24 academic school year 33 percent of all students in the Bend-LaPine School district were considered chronically absentee.That is one in three students are constantly missing class. The Bend-LaPine School District has decided to take action. On
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.A Madras man was arrested Thursday and was arraigned on several charges Friday after allegedly kidnapping and robbing a Prineville woman at gunpoint last weekend, Bend Police said.
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(Update: Adding video of explosion from viewer) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Numerous residents in the Romaine Village area of southern Bend were awakened early Friday by the sound of explosions or a possible crash morning, bringing numerous police to the area as one caller reported seeing a person walking around with a gun. Nothing was
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cybercrimes like phishing, extortion and personal data breaches are spiking nationwide, with claimed losses totaling more than $16 billion in 2024, reports the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center — a 33% increase from the year before. As part of national Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Central Oregon Community College is hosting a free
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Discover Your Forest, the non-profit partner of the Deschutes National Forest, is hosting the annual Winter Volunteer Information Night for volunteers who are interested in winter volunteer opportunities on the Deschutes National Forest. The event will be held on Tuesday, October 28th, from 5-6 p.m. at Embark Coworking Community, located at 2843 NW
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center says it’s thrilled to partner with Subaru of Bend this October to celebrate Subaru Loves Pets Month, a nationwide campaign dedicated to helping shelter animals across the country. In support of this mission, BrightSide is hosting a special “Name Your Own Adoption Fee” Day on Wednesday, October 22,
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(Update: Adding video) Cuppa Yo, the beloved Bend-born frozen yogurt brand, is celebrating continued growth with the opening of its newest location on Bend’s north side, right next to the new Costco. The doors opened on Friday, inviting Northsiders to swirl, top, and chill with Cuppa Yo’s signature flavors. Here’s the full news release on the
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Discovery West and the Bend Park and Recreation District hosted a dedication event this week for new public art by celebrated Warm Springs artist Lillian Pitt, with creative collaboration from Ben Dye and Juno Lachman. The piece is located in Discovery Park and features two sculptures that depict the Native American
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The Bend FFA chapter has been recognized in 2025 National Chapter Award Program from the National FFA Organization. They were given a 2-star ranking – truly a mark of their exceptionalism. Fewer than 10% of chapters nationwide are given a ranking from the National FFA Organization. The National Chapter Award Program recognizes outstanding FFA chapters
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(Update: Adding video) With fall in full swing and Halloween right around the corner, you might be looking for something fun to do this season. There are a number of places across Central Oregon where you can pick out a pumpkin and celebrate the season.Smith Rock Ranch in Terrebonne is the regions largest “u-pick” pumpkin
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Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation Board of Directors announced on Thursday the appointment of Kevin Perkey as the organization’s new executive director. “Perkey joins MBSEF following an extensive search process and brings a deep background in nonprofit leadership, strategic growth, and community engagement,” the organization said in
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Brand new bikes were unveiled at R.E. Jewell Elementary in southeast Bend Thursday afternoon, kicking off a new program for kindergarteners. The school introduced its All Kids Bike program. It’s a national initiative that makes learning to ride part of P.E. class. Funded by a $9,000 donation from Cascade Natural Gas
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Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning on Monday, Nov. 3, the one-way traffic on Franklin Avenue between Fourth Street and Eighth Street will switch directions (eastbound open, westbound closed) to complete the next phase of construction on an improvements project, the city said Thursday. The temporary traffic direction switch will open the eastbound
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(Update: Adding video) EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man accused of shooting at another man on a busy northeast Bend street over a year ago was sentenced Thursday to nearly seven years in federal prison for being a felon in possession and use of a handgun. Chief Judge Michael McShane sentenced Aaron Brandon Polit,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend City Council took two major steps Wednesday night to ensure continued funding and operations for one of the city’s most vital homeless shelters — the Franklin Avenue Shelter.At Tuesday’s meeting, councilors unanimously approved two motions tied to the facility. The first authorizes the city manager to accept nearly $975,000
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After the recent and sudden closure of Spa W in Bend, many former customers are voicing their frustration with the business. Without the opportunity to redeem gift cards, questions are being asked as to why the cards were recently sold when the business was at risk of quickly closing its door.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes Children’s Foundation (DCF) teamed up with the Mount Bachelor Rotary Club for a community service day, hosting a seasonal outdoor cleanup at DCF’s Rosie Bareis Community Campus in Bend. Volunteers from the Rotary Club spent the day removing debris and preparing outdoor areas for fall. The joint effort aimed to
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A passionate group of animal advocates, local leaders, and residents gathered at Silvermoon Brewing Tuesday evening for a special event: The State of Animal Welfare in Central Oregon. The event, hosted by the Companion Animal Medical Project (CAMP), aimed to address the growing challenges facing pets and their owners across the region
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – State Senator Anthony Broadman (D,-Bend) announced Tuesday a $4 million state loan guarantee to support the Joule housing development in Bend, a project that will add 134 new multifamily housing units, including income-restricted units for households earning at or below 90 percent of the area median income. “The project aims to
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Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Ranae Staley has made the decision to step down from her role as The Giving Plate’s executive director, effective September 15th. “We are sincerely grateful for her dedication and the many accomplishments achieved during her tenure,” a message from Board President Tara Penn said Tuesday. “Under her guidance,
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