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 these types of incidents. Numerous people have lost their lives to the dangerous rapids over the decades.
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HILLSBORO, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek on Monday commemorated the signing of House Bill 2138, House Bill 3031, House Bill 2258, Senate Bill 684, and House Bill 3145, “bipartisan bills aimed at building the housing that Oregonians need with the urgency they deserve.” “These bills are an essential component of the Governor’s work to break down barriers to more
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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 Blockbuster Video on Earth. It’s owned by a family from Singapore who wanted to bring a variety of different dishes to Bend. Its cart features a rotating menu from Laos and
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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 the weekend that firefighters stopped from spreading.
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(Update: three missing children located) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The three young children who went missing with their mother in Bend earlier this week have been found, according to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office. The children were found at a residence in Klamath County following an extensive search effort led by the DSCO, with assistance
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With Central Oregon in the thick of summer and daytime temperatures consistently in the 90s, individuals experiencing homelessness are at heightened risk of dehydration and heat-related illness.
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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 as the Thursday evening commute began. Bend Fire Deputy Fire Marshal Dan Derlacki said crews called to the scene around 4:15 p.m. found an older sedan burning
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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 event kicks off with a sunrise balloon launch at Jewell Elementary School. Organizers recommend arriving around 6:15 a.m. to grab a good viewing spot. The sunrise launches continue Saturday
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The board of the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training voted Wednesday to accept a committee recommendation and revoke Sheriff Kent van der Kamp’s police certification permanently. But it won’t happen before his planned retirement next week, because he is contesting the decision, prompting a long appeal process.
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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 location on the north side of Bend on the corner of U.S. Highway 20 and Robal Lane. As for the old Costco location? Back in March 2025, KTVZ News learned that the
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A specialized crisis line for LGBTQ+ youth under 988 has officially shut down, sparking concern among mental health advocates.
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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 restaurant (on NW Hill Avenue) is proud to announce its rebrand to Simon — a new name that reflects a renewed vision while honoring the flavors and traditions that
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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 manslaughter, along with two other charges.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend said Tuesday it is joining the Youth Career Connect program to engage with local youth, offer valuable interview and on-the-job experience and foster a deeper understanding of the essential services that keep our city thriving. Youth Career Connect is a program that brings together Central Oregon high
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(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 fire, which was caused by a road flare, is being investigated as arson. Anna Berry recalls the moment she saw her car in flames. “We woke up to the sound
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man wanted on three felony arrest warrants and with four drug-dealing convictions in his lengthy criminal history was arrested late Monday night by drug agents who deployed a drug-detection K-9 and seized methamphetamine, cocaine and fentanyl powder found in his pickup truck. Members of the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement
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(Correction: Cars and Coffee is a monthly event authorized by Dilly Dally Coffee.) BEND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Residents were stunned Sunday morning when they heard and saw a car burning rubber in West Bend. According to the Bend Police Department, a man crashed his classic car after speeding out of the SW Colorado Avenue roundabout.
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On Monday morning, crews continued their recovery efforts in the water for the two people who were still considered missing after Saturday’s tragedy at Dillon Falls — the incident in which six people on inner-tubes went over the falls.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting Monday and through September 21, nonprofit organizations and government entities (including colleges and universities) are invited to apply for funding through the City of Bend’s new Climate Action Partner Grant Program. “This is the first year that the program is being offered, and the program goal is to help reduce
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bethlehem Inn, a local nonprofit providing shelter and support for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, is happy to announce the hiring of their new Development Director Jon Baker. Jon has been a Central Oregon community member for nearly 20 years and in recent years has served as the director of
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