Rare, orphaned flying squirrel rescued, is being cared for by Think Wild in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Think Wild, Central Oregon’s wildlife hospital and conservation center, said Monday it recently admitted an orphaned northern…
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‘That shouldn’t happen again’: Local man recalls family’s tragic loss at Dillon Falls, wants to see cable across river
Following the recent tragic accident at Dillon Falls just outside of Bend, the public is questioning why a barrier of sorts does not exist to prevent…
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Bend homeowner joins others hailing five bills aimed at boosting housing, signed into law by Governor Kotek
HILLSBORO, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek on Monday commemorated the signing of House Bill 2138, House Bill 3031, House Bill 2258, Senate…
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Tekka Tiger, a new food cart across from Blockbuster, opens in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– There’s a new food destination in Bend with Southeast Asian flavor. Tekka Tiger is just across the street from the last…
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Bend woman arrested on reckless burning, theft charges, accused of starting two fires near Deschutes River, Sawyer Park
A Bend woman has been arrested on reckless burning and other charges, accused of starting two fires near the Deschutes River west of Sawyer Park over…
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Missing children safely located in Klamath County through help of DSCO and OSP
(Update: three missing children located) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The three young children who went missing with their mother in Bend earlier this week…
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Shepherd’s House Ministries issues urgent plea for bottled water donations amid more summer heat
With Central Oregon in the thick of summer and daytime temperatures consistently in the 90s, individuals experiencing homelessness are at heightened…
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Traffic alert: Vehicle fire along southbound Bend Parkway clogs evening commute for many
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Vehicle fires appear to ramp up in the summertime, and another one on the Bend Parkway led to a southbound traffic jam into town…
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Look to the skies for Balloons Over Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Hot air balloons will fill the skies once again as Balloons Over Bend returns for a three day celebration starting Friday. The…
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Sheriff van der Kamp could get $50,000 a year in retirement, despite board vote to revoke certification
The board of the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training voted Wednesday to accept a committee recommendation and revoke Sheriff…
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Old Costco location in east Bend, up for sale
BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Back in October 2024, Costco located along U.S. Highway 20, in the Forum Shopping Center in east Bend, moved to a new…
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‘Devastating’: 988 LGBTQ+ help line cut, but local resources still available in Central Oregon
A specialized crisis line for LGBTQ+ youth under 988 has officially shut down, sparking concern among mental health…
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Fresh chapter: Favorite Bend restaurant formerly known as Esta Bien is reborn under new owners as Simon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A familiar favorite in Bend’s culinary scene is turning the page to an exciting new chapter. “Formerly known as Esta Bien, the…
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Bend man who admitted killing his mother receives nearly 28-year prison term for manslaughter, other crimes
On the day of his scheduled murder trial for killing his mother, a Bend man was sentenced Tuesday to nearly 28 years in prison on a reduced charge of…
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City of Bend joins Youth Career Connect Program to offer internships
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend said Tuesday it is joining the Youth Career Connect program to engage with local youth, offer valuable…
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‘Worry and fear’: Bend resident asks for public’s help after her car is destroyed in suspected arson
(Update: Adding video, Adding more details) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Around 1 a.m. on Sunday, Bend Police responded to a car fire near Pilot Butte. The…
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Central Oregon drug agents arrest Bend man wanted on felony warrants, seize drugs found in pickup
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man wanted on three felony arrest warrants and with four drug-dealing convictions in his lengthy criminal history was…
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Bend driver crashes classic car, blames deer
(Correction: Cars and Coffee is a monthly event authorized by Dilly Dally Coffee.) BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Residents were stunned Sunday morning when…
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Recovery efforts continue for one remaining victim in Dillon Falls tragedy
On Monday morning, crews continued their recovery efforts in the water for the two people who were still considered missing after Saturday’s…
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City of Bend opens application period for new Climate Action Partner Grant Program
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting Monday and through September 21, nonprofit organizations and government entities (including colleges and universities)…
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