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Oregon DMV adds new online option to report traffic collisions

May 12, 2025 5:13 pm Barney Lerten

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Getting into a collision can be stressful, sometimes scary. Fortunately, reporting the collision to Oregon DMV just got…

A new roundabout is being built at the intersection of Skyline Ranch Road and Skyliners Road. Construction is scheduled to start Monday, June 16 and continue through the end of August with a full closure of the intersection. This project is taking place over the summer months to lessen the impact on nearby schools. Once completed, this roundabout will facilitate more efficient traffic movement at this very busy intersection. This roundabout is being funded and built by the developer of the Discovery West neighborhood as part of the development agreement with the City of Bend. The construction of this roundabout will facilitate the completion of Skyline Ranch Road over the next couple of years, north to Shevlin Park Road. Skyliners and Skyline Ranch Road roundabout Bend

Construction – and detours – begin soon on new roundabout coming to Skyline Ranch and Skyliners roads

May 12, 2025 4:21 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new roundabout is about to be built at the intersection of Skyline Ranch Road and Skyliners Road on Bend’s Westside, and that…

ODF reports 32 escaped debris burns on state-protected land in 2025 – nearly double a year ago

May 12, 2025 4:52 pm Barney Lerten

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Forestry and other fire prevention experts are urging everyone to exercise caution when disposing of…

‘It’s going to feel busy’: Bend hotels gear up for record Memorial Day crowds

May 12, 2025 3:45 pm Jillian Fortner

(Update: Adding video, adding comments from Visit Bend, local hotels) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Travel over the Memorial Day weekend this year is…

Mt. Bachelor celebrates ‘a powder day in May!’ after eight fresh inches fall, with more coming down

May 12, 2025 2:01 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — “It’s a powder day in May!” Mt. Bachelor exclaimed in its Monday condition report after at least eight inches of new snow fell,…

Bees take over tree near Redmond Starbucks, now removed

May 10, 2025 6:35 pm KTVZ

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A massive bee colony was spotted in Redmond, near the Starbucks on North 6th Street. Customers were advised earlier to use the…

A special Mother’s Day Montage from KTVZ

May 11, 2025 7:51 pm KTVZ

To celebrate Mother’s Day, we’ve put together a special montage featuring photos from our viewers and KTVZ team. Thank you for sharing your…

Update: Warm Springs police say runaway teen has been found

May 9, 2025 6:22 pm Barney Lerten

(Update: Missing teen found) WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Warm Springs Police turned to the public Friday for help in locating a 14-year-old who…

Investigation launched into Crook County High School principal for alleged misuse of school resources

May 11, 2025 4:57 pm KTVZ

The commission believes Huffman may have violated state ethics laws by using his public position and school district facilities to benefit his…

Senator Merkley hosts three Central Oregon Town Halls

May 10, 2025 8:04 pm Tracee Tuesday

MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Senator Jeff Merkley  held three town halls for Oregonians in Jefferson, Crook, and Deschutes counties on Saturday. “There…

Senator Broadman and Representative Levy tour Central Oregon roads and discuss safety

May 10, 2025 6:55 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Senator Anthony Broadman and Representative Emerson Levy paid a visit to Central Oregon Friday to tour the area with officials…

La Pine man killed in Highway 97 head-on collision of minivan, semi-truck

May 8, 2025 9:43 pm Barney Lerten

A fatal head-on crash on Highway 97 involving a minivan and semi-truck killed a La Pine man Thursday night. The crash investigation and removal of…

Enjoy a Mother’s Day brunch at Sunriver Resort

May 9, 2025 9:11 pm Triton Notary

SUNRIVER, Ore. –(KTVZ)– If you’re looking for the traditional Mother’s Day brunch, Sunriver says it’s got the buffet of all buffets at the main…

Deschutes County commissioners approve new program to allow RVs as rental dwellings in unincorporated areas

May 9, 2025 6:41 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County commissioners approved a new program Wednesday that allows rural residents to use recreational vehicles as…

Bend Park and Rec District and Bend Police teaming up on reminders about dog leash rules

May 9, 2025 3:06 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend has a reputation for making lists for its love of dogs; however, one of the most common complaints and pleas for help from…

Firefighters conduct prescribed burning on 145 acres northeast of La Pine

May 8, 2025 4:14 pm Barney Lerten

Firefighters on the Deschutes National Forest continued conducting prescribed burning operations Friday on 145 acres on the Thor Unit 7 Prescribed…

More Central Oregon beef returning to your table soon with planned Madras-area meat processing facility

May 1, 2025 3:48 pm Barney Lerten

More home-grown beef should be returning to Central Oregon shelves in coming years as The Symons Beef Company soon will start building a…

Problem Solvers: The Digital Divide and the call to ease screen addiction among students

May 8, 2025 1:17 pm Matthew Draxton

Scrolling, streaming, a constant buzz, and endless distraction. Cell phones have found a permanent place in students’ pockets. Right now, there is a…

BLM planning 36-acre prescribed burn in Tumalo area within the next week

May 9, 2025 4:19 pm Barney Lerten

TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bureau of Land Management’s Prineville District said Friday it is planning a prescribed fire in the Tumalo area to take…

Multi-agency investigation leads to nearly 10-year prison sentence for Bend sex offender, drug dealer

May 9, 2025 3:46 pm Barney Lerten

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A previously convicted local sex offender was sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison Friday following a multi-agency…