Bend man pleads not guilty to 27 counts of sexual abuse, luring minors online; two trials set for October
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man arrested four times last year pleaded not guilty Monday to nearly 30 counts in two…
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New year brings Redmond’s first marijuana dispensary; second coming soon
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond’s first-ever marijuana dispensary has opened its doors. Oregrown is a well-known dispensary with over a decade of…
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Congresswoman Bynum announces Sisters town hall with Wyden
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ)– Congresswoman Janelle Bynum is kicking off 2026 with a town hall in Sisters, giving Deschutes County residents a chance to…
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Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert holding more town halls in Terrebonne this week, Sisters next week
TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office reminded residents Monday about this week’s community Town Hall meeting on…
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Prison inmate serving 30-year sentence for 2001 killing of girlfriend in Bend dies at age 76
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — An Oregon State Penitentiary inmate serving a 30-year term for killing his girlfriend in Bend nearly 35 years ago has died in…
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OVER THE WEEKEND: Central Oregon joins nationwide anti-ICE protests
People across the country — including here in Central Oregon — participated in anti-ICE protests over the weekend following the deadly shooting…
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Highway 97 vehicle vs. pedestrian crash under investigation near Madras
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash along U.S. Highway 97 near Falcon Lane in Madras is under investigation. Authorities say the…
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Sunriver Resort’s 30th annual Gingerbread Junction raises record $6,100 for Habitat for Humanity
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sunriver Resort’s beloved Gingerbread Junction competition celebrated a major milestone in December, marking its 30th…
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Making a Difference: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon asks you to step up and become a mentor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here at KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our 21 Cares…
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Problem Solvers: Bend residents raise concerns over aircraft noise
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The City of Bend says one of the busiest airports in Oregon is located right here in Central Oregon with more than 140,000 annual…
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Destination Rehab launches free Walking Soccer program for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Destination Rehab says it is excited to announce the launch of its Walking Soccer for Parkinson’s program, a nine-week indoor…
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Serán Bioscience holds topping-out ceremony for new NE Bend manufacturing facility
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Serán Bioscience, LLC, in collaboration with leading developer and design-builder Mortenson, hosted a topping-out ceremony…
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Latino Community Association set to break ground on 128 affordable apartments in SE Bend
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Latino Community Association is breaking ground next week on 128 affordable apartments at SE Easton…
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Oregon limits nitrous oxide access amid misuse concerns under House Bill 3447
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A new Oregon law now requires retailers to verify ID and prohibits sales of nitrous oxide to anyone under 18, in response to…
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As ‘short session’ approaches, lawmakers grapple with ODOT, other budget issues
(UPDATE: Adding quotes from Rep. Emerson Levy, (D) – Bend) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –It’s a tense time in the state of Oregon as budget planners are…
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UPDATE: City of Bend turns off, will uninstall Flock license-plate reader cameras amid security concerns
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After hearing citizen concerns from a packed crowd and sharing their own, Bend city councilors agreed Wednesday night to turn…
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Senator Wyden holding town halls soon in Madras and Sisters; Rep. Bynum to co-host Sisters event
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., announced Thursday that he will hold eight open-to-all town halls starting next week in…
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Mt. Bachelor opens Outback chairlift as more snow piles up on the slopes, but high winds bring a pause for some
MT. BACHELOR, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor skiers and boarders had lots of fresh powder and a newly opened chairlift to enjoy Thursday as a result of…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler speaks on Flock cameras, train traffic, road planning, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — From the use of Flock cameras in Bend to road planning, KTVZ News asked Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler your pressing questions…
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New hemp bill could streamline federal policy, bring more clarity for consumers
(UPDATE: Adding quotes from Senator Merkley and video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After weeks of confusion regarding the legality of hemp on a federal…
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