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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“IT WAS VERY SCARY”: Local resident reacts to Highway 97 incident; at least 2 cars have been damaged
The windshields of at least two vehicles – one an Oregon State Police patrol car – were damaged early Sunday morning after rocks or concrete were…
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‘Make the safe choice,’ Prineville police urge after seven DUII arrests in four days over Presidents Day weekend
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — From Friday through Monday of Presidents Day weekend, Prineville Police Department officers made seven DUII arrests in the…
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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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Legal fights over President Trump’s attempt to deploy National Guard to Portland come to an end
By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. — Ongoing legal fights over President Donald Trump’s attempt to send hundreds of Oregon,…
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Therapist Testifies in Sarah Session Trial, Session Accused of Mistreatment of Stepson
Editor’s Note: The information presented in this story might not be suitable for all ages. Discretion is advised. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A licensed…
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‘We are her voice’: Family seeks justice for Warm Springs elder killed in hit-and-run on Highway 26
(Update: correction to time truck driver called to report) WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The FBI is asking for the public’s help after a fatal…
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DA Hathorn says Crook County has no unrepresented criminal cases after Supreme Court dismissal, but warns risks remain
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Supreme Court’s recent right-to-counsel decision has resulted in the dismissal of nearly 1,500 criminal…
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BREAKING NEWS: Crooked River Ranch man who admitted to Redmond cafe holdup killed in crash during freeway chase
WEST LINN, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Crooked River Ranch man who pleaded guilty to the Halloween night masked holdup of a downtown Redmond cafe failed to…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office reports results of ‘Click It or Ticket’ seat belt, car seat enforcement
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office reported the results Thursday of its recent participation in the national Click It or…
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Crook County Library considers meeting room restrictions amid security issues, alcohol use, misuse concerns
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County’s public library may soon restrict use of its meeting rooms to normal operating hours after staff raised…
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Redmond Police Department is opening a new location for sex offender registration
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Police Department will open a new sex offender registration office next Tuesday, providing a private location for…
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Oregon Humane Society helps rescue 17 dogs, six cats in Christmas Valley neglect case; 3 puppies found dead
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – At the request of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, the Oregon Humane Society assisted with the rescue of 17 dogs…
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Oregon lawmakers propose criminal penalties for alarming, threatening public officials
By Shaanth Nanguneri, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. — As threats of violence against public officials continue to rise nationwide, Oregon…
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Man shot near Redmond Fairgrounds after property dispute; few details out amid investigation
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A man was shot Sunday night in an undeveloped area south of the Deschutes County Fairgrounds after a property dispute, but…
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New defense attorney granted delay in murder trial of Bend man accused in 2024 fatal stabbing of roommate
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After a change in defense attorneys, a murder trial has been delayed a second time for a Bend man accused of the fatal stabbing…
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Prineville police take man into custody after social media threats prompt Crook County schools alert, increased patrols
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville police took a man into custody Monday morning following reports of threats circulating on social media that…
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‘Don’t take the bait!’: Latest text message scams target ODOT, DMV; here’s what to watch out for
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new year brings another set of phishing text messages making the rounds from scammers falsely claiming to be from ODOT and…
Continue Reading Federal judge blocks immigration agents from making warrantless arrests in Oregon
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A federal judge issued a ruling Wednesday blocking federal immigration agents from…
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Bend, Redmond mayors join Gov. Kotek in letter calling for immediate halt to federal immigration enforcement actions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek and more than 30 Oregon mayors sent a letter Thursday to the Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem and President…
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