Oregon agencies team up to offer free tax help
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon taxpayers can get free help filing their federal and state income tax returns at WorkSource Oregon centers across the…
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Central Oregon’s WinterFest brings community together for winter fun
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Residents from across the Northwest gathered in Central Oregon this weekend for Bend WinterFest 2026. Despite a lack of…
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DA Hathorn says Crook County has no unrepresented criminal cases after Supreme Court dismissal, but warns risks remain
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Supreme Court’s recent right-to-counsel decision has resulted in the dismissal of nearly 1,500 criminal…
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Firefighters contain blaze that threatened La Pine residence
La Pine, Ore. (KTVZ) — A La Pine home was saved Thursday morning after a fire that started in a nearby shop spread to the residence. Firefighters…
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Pet Pals: Meet Benito, a brave pup with a big heart
Benito has already overcome incredible odds and now, this little pup is ready for his forever home. The Oregon Humane Society rescued Benito, along…
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Warm Springs artist Lillian Pitt receives Ford Family Foundation’s inaugural 1905 Legacy Award in the Visual Arts
ROSEBURG, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Ford Family Foundation’s Visual Arts Program has announced Warm Springs artist Lillian Pitt (Warm Springs, Wasco,…
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There’s Good News: Downtown Bend to get covered in hearts this Valentine’s Day
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend will be bursting with handmade hearts this Valentine’s weekend, all part of a community tradition that’s all…
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‘Show love’: MountainStar Family Relief Nursery invites community to donate hygiene, household cleaning supplies
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This month, as MountainStar Family Relief Nursery continues celebrating its 25th anniversary year, the organization is…
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United Way of Central Oregon announces 2025 impact milestones, launches new basic needs and stabilization programs
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — United Way of Central Oregon announced this week the successful results of its 2025 initiatives, “highlighting a year of…
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America’s symbol: Two Central Oregon bald eagles rescued but don’t survive crash, severe lead poisoning
(Update: adding video of bald eagle) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The folks at Think Wild Central Oregon wildlife hospital are thrilled to care…
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Love is in the air, even in a courtroom: ‘Cupid’s Docket’ happens a day early, despite the date
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With Valentine’s Day falling on a Saturday this year, Central Oregon judges offered their “Cupid’s Docket” matrimonial…
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WorkSource Oregon, Department of Revenue team up for free tax help events; one set for next month in Bend
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ — Oregon taxpayers can get free help filing their federal and state personal income tax returns electronically at six…
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85-Year-Old Dies After Hit by Vehicle Outside of Bend Grocery Store
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An 85-year-old woman died Thursday after being struck by a vehicle in a Safeway parking lot in Bend. Melinda Ann Lyons was hit…
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Big Bend brew news: Cascade Lakes Brewing owners acquire Crux Fermentation as part of new 5-brewery collective
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The family that owns Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. has purchased the Crux Fermentation Project, part of a newly announced coalition…
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Oregon Lottery sees $1.3M+ revenue from Super Bowl bets
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregonians wagered $8.4 million on this year’s Super Bowl, making it the state’s largest single sports betting event of the year.…
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Uphill climb; Commissioner, campaign foes weigh in on candidate’s Bachelor buyout proposal
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Rob Imhoff, a candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner, has proposed that the county purchase Mount Bachelor to ensure the…
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Big Ol’ Fish: Wahoo-ly smokes! Cassie wrangles a catch nearly as big as she is, and more
Brian Faddis kicks things off with an impressive 8-pound rainbow trout from Tumalo Reservoir, followed by Jacob Rudback’s massive rainbow out of…
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BREAKING NEWS: Crooked River Ranch man who admitted to Redmond cafe holdup killed in crash during freeway chase
WEST LINN, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Crooked River Ranch man who pleaded guilty to the Halloween night masked holdup of a downtown Redmond cafe failed to…
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‘It’s tragic’: Locals weigh in on unusually warm winter ahead of major ski holiday, President’s Day Weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With the weather recently, folks in Downtown Bend were seen swapping their heavy coats for light jackets. The…
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Oregon Dept. of Revenue’s Bend office has a free e-filing kiosk to get your refund and kicker much quicker
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue is urging taxpayers to use public computer kiosks in its regional offices – including Bend -…
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