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 of our park’s splash pads, Central Oregonians have a variety to choose from.
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BEND, Ore. (KTV) — The Central Oregon Health Council is working to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our region. The organization brings together community partners, agencies, and service providers to tackle issues ranging from access to care and healthy food to housing and behavioral health. By fostering collaboration and funding innovative projects,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With triple-digit heat such as what areas of Central Oregon are experiencing this week, the risks of heatstroke go way up. Heatstroke happens when the body’s temperature exceeds 104°F. It’s more than just overheating, and can damage your internal organs – and even your brain. Fortunately, Bend Fire and Rescue’s Emergency
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(Adding video from Monday’s broadcast) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – World-class shows at Hayden Homes Amphitheater, walking along the river trail, patio happy hours, and retail therapy are highlights of the Bend Summer season. Commute Options said Thursday it’s thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Hayden Homes Amphitheater and the Old Mill District for
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Since 2015, NBC Universal’s nationwide pet adoption initiative, Clear The Shelters, has helped nearly 1.2 million pets find their forever family. Animal shelters across Central Oregon are joining in with hopes of emptying their kennels. KTVZ News will be featuring shelters in the region throughout August to highlight the local impacts.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Supervisory Deputy District Attorney Stacy Neil received the Oregon Sex Crimes Prosecutor of the Year Award from the Oregon District Attorneys Association at a ceremony Thursday at the Riverhouse Convention Center in Bend. The award was created to recognize an Oregon prosecutor for outstanding accomplishments in seeking justice for
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Galveston Avenue corridor on Bend’s westside has blown up with businesses and visitors. Now, major upgrades to two buildings are sparking more debate on issues relating to traffic, parking and street safety. The Problem Solvers have previously reported on parking issues in the area, which have
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — While reporting on the growth and gridlock on Bend’s Galveston Avenue corridor, the Problem Solvers learned from the owners of the Bakery Building that major upgrades are planned, including adding a third restaurant space, which includes a back patio. The historic building currently houses Sunriver Brewing and Bosa. The local family
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department alerted community members Thursday of a recent uptick in scams they are seeing frequently offering tips,in an effort to help you avoid becoming a victim. “So far in 2025, we have received at least 243 calls reporting scams and fraud attempts,” Bend Police Communications Manager Sheila Miller
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(Update: Adding video) News Team AMERICAN FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Idaho State Police are investigating a fatal wrong-way crash that happened Wednesday night on Interstate 86 near American Falls and killed a Bend, Oregon man. Around 8:55 PM, an 81-year-old man from Bend was reportedly driving a Honda Civic westbound in the eastbound lanes at
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A California man arrested last weekend in a recent stabbing at a Bend gas station that nearly killed the victim appeared in court from jail Thursday afternoon after two no-shows due to illness earlier in the week and, the judge kept his bail at $500,000.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Keeping the fridge full is becoming costly. According to Nielsen IQ, food costs are rising across the board. When comparing the price of eggs, between this July and last July, the price has risen 60 percent. The price of eggs hit a record high in 2025, due to the bird flu
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend has installed a camera on the Portland Avenue Bridge, but it’s not for surveillance. The camera sits atop a light pole on the bridge and is designed to record traffic data. It’s not just cars – it’s recording the number of people walking and cycling over the
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(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Housing Works, the regional housing authority for Central Oregon, held a grand opening event on Wednesday to celebrate the completion of a 59-unit rental community in southwest Bend. Housing Works said it was thrilled to celebrate the opening of the College View Apartments at 198 SW 18th Street
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Taylor Brooks announced Wednesday that a new tenant will be waking up its Shevlin Crossing development this fall: WildRoots Coffeehouse. “The coffee shop will be a great addition to both the neighborhood and the beautiful new complex, which is located at 2230 NW Labiche Lane, along Shevlin Park Road in northwest
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tuesday marked the grand opening for Sparrow Mercado at the new Bend westside development, Discovery West. It’s joining several other businesses in the hub of the development called Discovery Corner. It’s meant to be a small market for residents and visitors, with grab-and-go goods or simple meals you can cook yourself. The
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An upcoming two-day event in Bend will offer employers and workers a comprehensive set of learning opportunities designed to upgrade their skills in creating and maintaining safe and healthy workplaces. The Central Oregon Occupational Safety & Health Conference – scheduled Sept. 15-16 at the Riverhouse Lodge – will address everything from
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jake Garner, a local mountain biker and member of Boy Scout Troop 21 in Bend, reached out to the Central Oregon Trails Alliance in search of an Eagle Scout project for this summer, and now it’s mission accomplished. Together, they identified a long-overdue task: replacing the orange safety fencing and adding
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Northwest developer Killian Pacific said Tuesday it has secured a long-term retail lease with two beloved Central Oregon businesses – the Way West, a Western-inspired bar with a fresh-cut deli and provisions counter from Bend Brewing Company, in collaboration with Sisters Meat & Smokehouse – at Jackstraw, its 313-unit mixed-use residential
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The delayed fireworks show after the Bend Elks game Monday night dazzled the crowd at Vince Genna Stadium. Here’s a look at what they enjoyed! The show was planned to happen last month, but lightning storms that night postponed the event.
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