City of Redmond to proceed with $150k homeless camp cleanup planned for June
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Officials in Redmond are moving forward with plans to clear a large homeless encampment at an eastside industrial site–a…
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Let’s Talk Weather: Culver Elementary Kindergarten classes get a visit from our Weather Team
Chief Meteorologist John Carroll stopped by to speak to the kinder kids at Culver Elementary School. What a great group of well behaved students.…
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Low snow shuts down Mt. Bachelor early, alters iconic event, impacts local businesses
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After one of its latest opening days ever on Dec. 23, Mount Bachelor has announced it will close for the season on April 19, the…
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Goodwill’s new Bend center to provide free skills training and job placement
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new superstore and community training center in north Bend today. Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler cut the ribbon before the first…
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Update: COCC board approves new union contract after deal averts strike
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College’s board of directors has approved a new collective bargaining agreement with the Classified…
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There’s Good News: A heartwarming reunion at BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s Good News: A heartwarming reunion at Brightside Animal Center happened this week in Redmond. Last week, in our Furry…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler responds to questions about city’s transportation fee, shares upcoming events
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BEND, Ore. (KTVZ). — From questions about what the city’s transportation fee funds during a dry winter to the Bend Tree Project…
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Volunteers Gear Up for 34th Annual Spring Thing at Smith Rock State Park
TERREBONNE, Ore. — Smith Rock State Park will come alive Saturday, April 25, 2026, as volunteers gather for the 34th Annual Spring…
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Sisters City Council discusses waste rate hikes, Moves Northwest Park plan forward
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters City Council held a town hall meeting Wednesday night, focusing on several proposals that could directly impact…
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There’s Good News: Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District honored for response to 2025 Flat Fire
(Update: This article has been corrected to reflect the proper name of Fire Chief Tony Prior) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural…
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Schlotzsky’s & Cinnabon in Bend suddenly closes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Another longtime Bend restaurant has unexpectedly closed its doors. The combination Schlotzsky’s and Cinnabon location is now…
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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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Smoke alert: Prescribed burns set near Bend and Sisters this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If conditions are favorable on Thursday, the Deschutes National Forest plans to continue prescribed burning operations on the…
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Grand opening of new Redmond Tractor Supply store features free treats and adoptable dogs
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tractor Supply Company will celebrate the grand opening of its new Redmond location with a family-friendly event this…
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ClearPath Healthcare hosts 2nd annual ‘Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day’ event in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — ClearPath Healthcare will host its second annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day event on Saturday, April 11, at the VFW…
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Looking for a classroom career? Central Oregon schools hiring at upcoming job fair
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Teachers and education professionals looking for new opportunities across Central Oregon will have the chance to connect…
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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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Happening Soon: Oregon Parks & Rec will open the Pilot Butte summit road for vehicle traffic on May 1st
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced Wednesday it will open the summit road at Pilot Butte State Scenic…
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More than $52 million headed to Central and Eastern Oregon for infrastructure upgrades
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — More than $52 million in new funding is coming to Central and Eastern Oregon for major infrastructure projects. The investment…
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Big changes ahead for Bend: residents weigh in at open house
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend hosted an open house, on Tuesday, to share information about the Franklin Project and others, including the…
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