Man with recent history of multiple police contacts arrested for market theft in Alfalfa
A 65-year-old man named William Joseph Demmon was arrested Tuesday morning after allegedly stealing from an Alfalfa Market Store, damaging the…
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Motorists reminded to adjust speeds for changing road conditions in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, the Bend Police Department is reminding motorists of Violation of the Basic Rule. It means you should never drive…
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Prineville priest recovering after being struck by car in crosswalk
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 71-year-old Prineville man seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk Saturday, Oct. 3, has been…
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Scio Rural Fire Protection District receives $1.19 million federal grant
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum announced Tuesday that the Scio Rural Fire Protection District has received a $1.19 million federal…
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Coolest Thing Made in Oregon contest narrows to four semifinalists
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The field of competitors in the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Oregon contest has been narrowed to four semifinalists after the…
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Crook County School District receives $15,000 grant for leadership initiative
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County School District in Prineville, Ore., received a $15,000 grant from the Rural Oregon Community Foundation for a…
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‘Life-changing’: COCC faculty, administration reach tentative agreement, averting strike
(Update: adding comments from COCC faculty member, video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College faculty members were preparing to…
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Cascade Astronomy Festival brings free astronomy events to Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts will have several opportunities to explore the night sky this week during the Cascade…
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Crack seal work planned on B Street in Madras
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Drivers in Madras should expect temporary traffic impacts this week as city crews complete roadway maintenance on B Street.…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum backs Medicare for All, citing rising healthcare costs
CLACKAMAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum announced her support Monday for the Medicare for All Act, saying rising healthcare costs are…
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Oregon gas prices drop slightly but remain 91 cents higher than last year
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon gas prices are down slightly this week, but they’re still well above where they were a year ago. According to GasBuddy, the…
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Battery-related fires caused 96 incidents in Oregon over five years
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It’s Fire Prevention Week, and fire officials are reminding you to be careful when charging your devices. This year’s campaign…
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Sisters man surrenders, arrested following standoff after allegedly assaulting woman and children
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 31-year-old Sisters man was arrested Sunday night after allegedly breaking into an apartment and assaulting a woman and two…
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The 33rd Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth Exhibit opens Nov. 18
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Museum at Warm Springs will host an opening reception for the “33rd Annual Warm Springs Tribal Member and Youth…
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Family Access Network receives $5,000 grant to support Crook County families
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce awarded a $5,000 grant to the Family Access Network to support children and…
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Eight finalists announced for the 2026 Bend Venture Conference
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Economic Development for Central Oregon announced eight finalist companies on Monday for the 2026 Bend Venture Conference. The…
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Monday is World Teachers’ Day, honoring educators and marking 60-year milestone
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students and families across Central Oregon can join people around the world Monday in recognizing the educators who help…
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Central Oregon Community College reaches tentative deal with Faculty Forum
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College and the Faculty Forum reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement on Friday, Oct. 2,…
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13-year-old boy faces critical injuries after e-motorcycle accident
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 13-year-old boy from Bend suffered critical injuries Friday evening after the e-motorcycle he was riding collided with a…
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Free children’s clothing at “God’s Closet” in Bend Oct. 4th
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Cascade Seventh-day Adventist Church will host God’s Closet this Sunday. From 9 a.m. till 1 p.m, they’re offering free clothing…
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