DECISION 2026: One-on-one with gubernatorial candidate David Medina
(UPDATE: Adding Interview in Full) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Republican gubernatorial candidate David Medina visited Central Oregon this week as the…
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‘Women of the Snow’ workshop starts Feb. 26, building skills and confidence at Mt. Bachelor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Women of the Snow Spring 6-Week Workshop begins Thursday, Feb. 26, offering consecutive weekly sessions for intermediate and…
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Detour on Division for Irrigation project
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A detour on Division Street from Highway 97 is in place while The North Unit Irrigation District replaces fish screens in the…
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UPDATE: Prineville Police investigate stabbing after reported domestic dispute, 18-year-old arrested
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — UPDATE: 02/24/2026: According to the Prineville Police Department, just after 9 p.m. Sunday evening, the 18-year-old…
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House Republicans halt floor work, demand investigation for complaint against Bend lawmaker
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon House Republicans paused floor deliberations Monday to protest the handling of a conduct complaint against Representative…
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Run for the Roses: Bend FFA’s benefit dinner and auction set for March 7
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend chapter of the Future Farmers of America will hold its Run for the Roses Benefit Dinner and Auction on Saturday, March…
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City of Bend opens spring application period for organizations to seek city sponsorship, grant funding
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend says it is offering sponsorship and grant funding to organizations working to build a more connected, inclusive…
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Cascades East Transit set to host ‘Transit 101’ pop-up and pass sign-up events around region
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Increase your mobility and confidence with Cascades East Transit’s Transit 101 and pass enrollment pop-up events, the agency…
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COCC president responds after classified workers declare impasse, which may lead to Oregon’s first community college strike
Central Oregon Community College classified workers declared an impasse in their contract talks and mediation efforts on Monday, setting the stage…
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15-year-old who left secure J Bar J facility in Bend without permission is found, arrested at Redmond restaurant
A 15-year-old male juvenile who left a secure J Bar J Youth Services facility without permission late Sunday night, prompting a search and an alert…
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Bend 15-year-old arrested for string of disturbing TikTok videos taken at public spaces across the city
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police said Monday they have arrested a 15-year-old resident on over two-dozen charges after a series of recent TikTok…
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Three Bend residents arrested for child sex abuse offenses
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Bend Police arrested three local men over the past two months in connection with separate investigations into child sexual abuse…
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St. Charles Bend nurses ratify contract, securing wage increase
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Registered nurses at St. Charles Bend voted overwhelmingly to ratify a two-and-a-half year contract agreement on Thursday, Feb.…
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Loud and proud: Monster trucks will invade the Redmond Fairgrounds for a pair of Saturday shows
(UPDATE: adding video)REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Monster X Tour will once again bring national monster truck competitions to the First Interstate…
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Husband of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer accused of sexually assaulting 2 staffers
Author: Amy-Xiaoshi DePaola, Katherine Cook WASHINGTON D.C., DC — The husband of Lori Chavez-DeRemer, U.S. Labor Secretary and former Oregon…
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Readers report improper billing increases on TDS “Price for Life” internet plans in Central Oregon
Published by our media partner, Prineville Review, on 02/18/2026. Click here to learn more. BEND, Ore. (Prineville Review) — The Prineville…
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McDonald’s in Madras damaged by fire, cause under investigation
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jefferson County Fire & EMS crews extinguished a structure fire at the McDonald’s restaurant in Madras Friday morning. No…
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$15.4M+ in December storm damages prompt Oregon governor’s plea for federal support
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek requested a major disaster declaration from President Donald Trump following severe storms in December that…
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City of Bend is celebrating a century of water service, invites public to tap into fun, learning and exploration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend announced Thursday it’s launching an interactive campaign to celebrate its 100-year anniversary of providing…
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Broadman, GOP colleague speak out against initiative that would criminalize fishing, hunting and trapping
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Senate co-chairs of the Oregon Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, Senator David Brock Smith (R-Port Orford) and Senator…
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