From winter road maintenance to DEIA committees– and the biggest topic this month, the CFederal Funding Freeze, KTVZ News asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler your pressing questions Thursday morning. Make sure to submit your questions for the mayor here. You can remain anonymous if you wish.
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Every second counts. Bend resident Mary Taft says quick CPR and the use of an AED saved her daughter’s life.
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Deschutes County drug agents recently conducted two simultaneous raids in Bend, charging two people and seizing a variety of marijuana products prepared for the black market, including THC-infused taffy and other edibles, rosin, capsules and flower.
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Pilot Butte Middle School was placed in precautionary “secure” status Wednesday afternoon as police in the area searched for a hospital patient who walked away from nearby St. Charles Bend and was later found and arrested in Redmond.
Continue Reading(Update: Suspect charged; adding name, arraignment) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Bend man was arrested Tuesday with the help of a police K-9 and faces assault and other charges in the stabbing of another Bend man a day earlier. Around 3:15 p.m. on Monday, officers responded to the Campfire Hotel in the 700 block of
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Every year, more than three million young people are served by Boys & Girls Clubs across the country. To show their continued support in preparing today’s youth for a brighter tomorrow, Ross Stores, Inc. is partnering with Boys & Girls Clubs of America for the 11th annual three-week in-store “Help Local
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– As the dangerous temperatures continue to roll through the region, the harsh realities of the cold weather are impacting some in our community, more than others. “Facing the elements, it’s just – it’s unlike any other,” Clarance Scripture said Tuesday. He says he has been on the streets of Bend for nearly a
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The latest addition to the summer concert lineup at Bend;s Hayden Homes Amphitheater is one of the rock legends of the ’70s: Peter Frampton. Here’s Tuesday’s announcement: PETER FRAMPTON ADDS ADDITIONAL TOUR DATES IN SELECT CITIES HAYDEN HOMES AMPHITHEATER – BEND, OR JUNE 15, 2025 HIGHLY ANTICIPATED “LET’S DO IT AGAIN!”
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A Tumalo domestic assault suspect who ran barefoot for three miles, sparking a large manhunt and warning to hundreds of residents to lock their doors, was arrested Saturday night and arraigned Monday afternoon on three felony charges.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– It’s what drivers and business owners are calling a headache. Traffic backed up on Greenwood Avenue in downtown Bend, a week after the intersection of Olney Avenue and Wall Street was shut for construction a week ago -just as a snowstorm hit the area. “Essentially from open to close, it’s brake lights and tail
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Monday brought a trio of concert announcements as the Hayden Homes Amphitheater continues to fill out its summer lineup. Barenaked Ladies and Kidz Bop return to Bend after past engagements, while blues-rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa is added to this summer’s concerts as well. Old Mill District Marketing Director Beau Eastes told
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend says it recognizes that last week’s “closure of the Olney Avenue and Wall Street intersection, coupled with our first substantial winter storm of the season, has led to traffic delays around town.” “This has not gone unnoticed by the City, and we are actively working to lessen
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Even though Super Bowl 59 wasn’t the most exciting, everyone from bartenders to customers seemed to enjoy watching the game, and the halftime performance. Most locals appeared to be rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles. At Cassity’s Bar and Grill on Bend’s westside, all eyes were on Super Bowl 59. Longtime local
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Adrian Hicks is one of the volunteers with the Council on Aging of Central Oregon’s Meals on Wheels. The program delivers meals to homebound individuals who are unable to purchase or prepare their own meals.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Well below-freezing temperatures are predicted around the High Desert over the next several days and Bend Fire & Rescue said Friday it wants to remind community members that a few simple actions can help prevent disasters during and after the cold snap. Whether you are a property owner or renter, business
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(Update: adding video, comments from pet owner) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Exercising your pets helps keep them happy and healthy, but taking your dog on a walk in winter weather may not always be the best idea. Some pet owners are beating the snowy and icy conditions by bringing them to a mobile dog gym
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Bend man was arrested Wednesday after drug agents with the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement Team and Bend Police found methamphetamine in his car. Below is the press release from Central Oregon Drug Enforcement (CODE): On Wednesday, at approximately 5:00 PM, the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement Team, in collaboration with the Bend
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– The Bend Police Department announced Thursday the launch of CONNECT BEND, a community camera registry designed to leverage existing privately owned camera systems throughout the community to help officers respond to incidents more quickly and effectively.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler, backed by all six city councilors, took a strong stand Wednesday evening in support of immigrant residents who are now “living in fear” and reaffirmed their commitment to being a Welcoming City, while also chastising the Trump administration for cutting off federal funding for needed services and
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This week’s winter snowfall across much of the High Desert has made getting around the area more difficult.
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