Bend Police Department prepares for 42nd Community Academy, encourages citizen participation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department’s 42nd Community Academy is slated to kick off once again this April, and the department is…
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Local Democrat legislators address budget concerns and priorities at town hall meetings
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — We are just a handful of days away from the beginning of the 2026 legislative short session. As…
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Mount Bachelor’s avalanche dogs: Ensuring safety on the slopes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Avalanches are not only dangerous, but they can be life-threatening. That’s why ski resorts take the utmost precautions to…
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Local Cub Scouts enjoy friendly competition at Pinewood Derby
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local pack of Cub Scouts held their annual Pinewood Derby on Saturday. The Pinewood Derby is a classic Scouting event that…
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High Desert Middle School Career Day a huge success
Today was the First Annual Career Day held at High Desert Middle School. The goal of the day was to have a variety of professionals provide…
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Child alerts family during early morning Starwood Fire in Bend, $40k in damage
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A garage fire early Friday caused significant damage to a home in the Starwood subdivision off Tumalo Road, according to Bend…
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Mama Eva’s incredible transformation: From emaciated to adoptable
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BrightSide Animal Center released a new update on Mama Eva. She’s the Cane Corso dog we told you about in our Problem Solvers…
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Health officials warn: Central Oregon sees high flu activity
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ)– Influenza season officially began in Central Oregon as of January 2026, with a significant increase in flu cases attributed…
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OHA says Oregon hospitals fall short in meeting national standards for preventing some health care-associated infection measures
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to new data from the Oregon Health Authority, Oregon hospitals made gains in lowering the number of health…
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Several Deschutes County roadways will soon see speed reductions
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the Deschutes County Road Department, speed limits will soon be reduced on several County…
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Governor Kotek appoints Ken Sanchagrin as Oregon Public Defense Commission Executive Director
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Friday, January 23rd, Governor Tina Kotek announced she has selected Ken Sanchagrin as the Oregon Public Defense Commission…
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Representatives Mark Owens and Vikki Breese-Iverson, Senator Mike McLane to hold virtual town hall
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Ahead of the short legislative session beginning February 2nd, Representative Mark Owens, Representative Vikki Breese-Iverson,…
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Mt. Bachelor to host several fun, free events this weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Well, it’s set to be a busy few days at Mt. Bachelor! On Saturday, join the…
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Local arts groups win grant award
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Some local arts groups are getting some cash. The “Arts Build Communities” grants fund more than 50 organizations across the…
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‘Not a one-trick pony’: Central Oregon’s winter tourism sees only slight downturn due to low snow levels
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Despite this late start to winter, Visit Bend says the region’s winter tourism has not slowed down very much. It’s not just…
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Bend Police search for suspect who cut high-voltage electrical wires, caused outage, $20,000+ in damage
(Update: Pacific Power statement) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Thursday, Bend Police announced they are searching for a likely injured suspect in a…
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Deschutes County seeks applicants for ‘sweat equity’ bin rentals, to dispose of wildfire fuels
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Natural Resources will begin accepting applications for its 2026 Sweat Equity Bin Rental Program on Sunday,…
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City of Bend issues proclamation recognizing January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend City Council recognized Human Trafficking Prevention Month at Wednesday night’s meeting, signing a proclamation that…
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Congressman Cliff Bentz nominates 6 Central Oregon students for service academies; 16 statewide
(UPDATE: Adding video) DESCHUTES CO, Ore. (KTVZ)– Congressman Cliff Bentz today announced the nomination of sixteen Oregon students to the United…
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UPDATE: Commissioners decide to postpone Map C decision by 2 weeks after hearing from Deschutes County residents
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — County Commissioners wrapped up 2 days of public input relating to the much debated Map C Plan to district Deschutes County into…
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