Investigators believe the same group of four suspects arrested last week in a raid at a home south of Sunriver are connected to at least 39 home burglaries in the Portland area and the Willamette Valley. Bend Police are looking into whether they also could be tied to any crimes in Central Oregon.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Colder than average weather has arrived in Central Oregon this week, including single-digit and sub-zero temperatures in some areas, and Deschutes County Public Health is advising community members to take precautions. The human body loses heat faster than it produces it, when exposed to the cold for an extended period of
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WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden announced Monday he is co-sponsoring bipartisan legislation that would let national forests retain a portion of annual fees paid by ski areas operating on U.S. Forest Service lands in Oregon and nationwide. Ski areas operating on Forest Service lands pay fees to the Forest Service averaging more than $40
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Nearly four years ago, in the aftermath of the state’s most destructive wildfires in history, the Oregon Legislature passed a bipartisan package of wildfire prevention initiatives, including one that required state experts to create a map showing high wildfire risk areas statewide.
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A Tumalo domestic assault suspect who ran barefoot for three miles, sparking a large manhunt and warning to hundreds of residents to lock their doors, was arrested Saturday night and arraigned Monday afternoon on three felony charges.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Monday brought a trio of concert announcements as the Hayden Homes Amphitheater continues to fill out its summer lineup. Barenaked Ladies and Kidz Bop return to Bend after past engagements, while blues-rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa is added to this summer’s concerts as well. Old Mill District Marketing Director Beau Eastes told
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend says it recognizes that last week’s “closure of the Olney Avenue and Wall Street intersection, coupled with our first substantial winter storm of the season, has led to traffic delays around town.” “This has not gone unnoticed by the City, and we are actively working to lessen
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If a major obstacle to clearing defensible space in your neighborhood is the cost of renting a large bin and disposing of all that removed fire fuel, Deschutes County is offering to foot the bill. The county’s Natural Resources Department said Monday it is accepting applications for the 2025 Sweat Equity
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Redmond Business Owner Responds to Customer Complaints Editor’s Note: This article has updated to include an interview with XLNT Automotive owner Chris Kobernik, and to clarify details provided by Cassie Hoberecht. REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — “It was the worst experience of my life.” said Cassie Hoberecht, who reached out to the Problem Solvers to discuss service issues
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There are many organizations across Central Oregon fighting every day to help those less fortunate, even with this winter storm. Today KTVZ visited the Shepherd’s House newly renovated Lighthouse Navigation Center. This major overhaul has added a kitchen, a laundry room, and showers. One of the main focuses of the shelter
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– According to the police report, on January 10th two armed men entered the home and held the owners at gunpoint. The suspects stole jewelry and cash according to police. KTVZ spoke to members of the family who said the robbers were wearing ski masks. The family was asleep when the suspects entered.
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Adrian Hicks is one of the volunteers with the Council on Aging of Central Oregon’s Meals on Wheels. The program delivers meals to homebound individuals who are unable to purchase or prepare their own meals.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Well below-freezing temperatures are predicted around the High Desert over the next several days and Bend Fire & Rescue said Friday it wants to remind community members that a few simple actions can help prevent disasters during and after the cold snap. Whether you are a property owner or renter, business
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KTVZ News’ Tracee Tuesday spoke with Central Oregon school officials on Thursday to look at how the decisions are made on whether to cancel or delay classes due to snowy or icy road conditions.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– With nearly ideal conditions, everyone is trying to sneak up to the mountain for some skiing, even though it’s the middle of the week. In the middle of the day, the parking lot for the ski shuttle is packed. This program has been going strong for more than a decade. On Thursday,
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La Pine Community Health Center has laid off 11% of its staff of 90, pending more details about a freeze on federal funding, but said its school-based health center closed temporarily due to a power outage, not due to the federal funding situation.
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(Update: adding video, comments from pet owner) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Exercising your pets helps keep them happy and healthy, but taking your dog on a walk in winter weather may not always be the best idea. Some pet owners are beating the snowy and icy conditions by bringing them to a mobile dog gym
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Bend man was arrested Wednesday after drug agents with the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement Team and Bend Police found methamphetamine in his car. Below is the press release from Central Oregon Drug Enforcement (CODE): On Wednesday, at approximately 5:00 PM, the Central Oregon Drug Enforcement Team, in collaboration with the Bend
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Members of the KTVZ weather team spoke to the kindergarten students at Ponderosa Elementary school on February 6th. The kiddos showed a great interest in the weather and they also have a daily weather reporter that helps them prepare for the weather outside the school. The students are learning about rainbows and thermometers and other
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Inspired by Circuit Judge Raymond Crutchley’s announcement and Deschutes County’s Cupid Docket, Crook and Jefferson County Presiding Judge Annette Hillman has added Cupid Dockets on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14. Crook and Jefferson County Circuit Court Judges will perform wedding ceremonies for couples wishing to marry on Valentine’s Day. All Circuit
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