Caleb Cegers trial continues with testimony on video evidence, crime scene
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The trial of Caleb Cegers continued this week, as jurors heard new testimony related to the 2023 fatal shooting of Taylor Wyss…
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Bend Police roll out automatic traffic cameras at three intersections, here’s how they work
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend police have officially activated new automatic traffic cameras at three intersections as part of a pilot program aimed at…
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Bend-La Pine driver arrested, accused of drinking before student bus route
(Update: adding statement from Bend La-Pine Schools and info about them notifying the 18 families the day after it happened). BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A…
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Family speaks out after indictment in toddler’s death at unlicensed daycare
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Crook County family is speaking publicly for the first time since a grand jury indicted a woman in connection with the…
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McMinnville man sentenced to federal prison for possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A McMinnville, Oregon, man was sentenced to federal prison last Tuesday, (3/31), after being caught in possession of…
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Bend Police seek public help in identifying Abby’s Pizza robbery suspect
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Bend Police are searching for a man who robbed an Abby’s of 86 cents at gunpoint Wednesday night. The incident occurred at Abby’s…
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Bend man arrested after allegedly threatening deputy; motorcycle pursuit temporarily halts train traffic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 40-year-old Bend man was arrested Tuesday – for the second time in a month – after he allegedly threatened a Deschutes County…
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Crook County woman indicted for manslaughter in toddler’s unlicensed day care death
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Crook County woman has been indicted on charges including manslaughter following the September 2025 death of a toddler…
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Naked man breaks into Bend business, faces multiple charges
(Update: Adding information and quotes from the business owner, Findley’s extensive criminal record). BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A…
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Oregon cold case solved after more than 50 years
This article was written by Vince Ybarra with KPTV News PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) – A cold case has been solved in Oregon after a man went…
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Multi-agency effort aims to reduce crashes and fatalities in Deschutes County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Law enforcement agencies across Central Oregon are ramping up patrols for Spring Break, launching a three-day traffic safety…
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DCSO: Speeds over 100 mph on Hwy 97 spark safety warning in Deschutes County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is increasing traffic enforcement after three recent incidents involving speeds more than…
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UPDATE: Bend Police identify home invasion suspect, say he died after struggle, fall from balcony
Bend Police on Monday released the name of last week’s home invasion suspect and said he died after falling from the home’s second-story balcony…
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If you heard a ‘boom’ and saw a flash Sunday night, you’re not alone. But Bend police could not find the cause
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend police investigated several reports of a loud explosion and a flash of light on the south end of town Sunday evening. They…
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No bail: Man accused of murdering mother to remain in jail after first court hearing
(Update: Earlier reporting misstated the location of Bates’ residence and the alleged crime; both occurred outside La Pine city limits,…
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City of Bend to install traffic cameras at four intersections
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Over the next few weeks, the City of Bend will be installing automated traffic enforcement cameras to detect red light…
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New deputies bring military, law enforcement experience to Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office welcomed three new deputies Friday morning during an official swearing-in ceremony.…
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Bend Police arrest sex abuse suspect, seek any additional victims in ongoing case
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police said Thursday they have arrested a convicted sex offender and are seeking any additional victims. Bend resident…
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Bend Police investigate alleged dump truck theft and hours-long joyride
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police are investigating after a dump truck worth more than half a million dollars was stolen from a job site and later…
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Man detained for questioning in Guthrie investigation, person familiar says
NBC News – A man has been detained by law enforcement for questioning in the investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, a person familiar with…
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