BendFilm executive director departs; new leadership team announced
(Update: Added sot from Clay Pruitt) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BendFilm has announced what it calls a “leadership evolution,” as Executive Director…
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Pet Pals: Theodore, 1 of 3 dachshunds looking for a new home
Theodore the dachshund was in the KTVZ studio today for Pet Pals. Other than being incredibly adorable, he is shy, sweet and loving. Lynne, Director…
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La Pine rallies around child needing heart transplant
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The community of La Pine is coming together around a child and family in need of support – and a heart. Braxton Twyman was…
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City of Bend drafts policy to bar federal immigration enforcement at any city-owned facilities
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Bend is preparing to enact a policy barring the use of city facilities for federal immigration enforcement, as…
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Deschutes County Sheriffs Office reports results of holidays DUII crackdown
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —  The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office reported on Friday the results of its participation in the national Drive Sober, Get…
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COCC leaders ask the public to sign a petition, urge lawmakers to head off budget cuts
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Facing pending budget cuts at the state level for the 2025-27 mid-biennium — likely 2%, but as much as 5% — Central Oregon…
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Update: Madras councilors accept city administrator’s resignation, name Jeff Hurd as interim successor
The Madras City Council held a special meeting Friday morning to formally accept City Administrator Will Ibershof and appointed Public Works Director…
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6.0 magnitude earthquake strikes off Oregon coast near Bandon, no tsunami expected
BANDON, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the USGS, just before 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 15th, a 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the Oregon…
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Let’s Talk Weather with John Carroll: Terrebonne Community School
The Second and Third Grade students at Terrebonne Community School were visited by our Chief Meteorologist John Carroll to discuss the weather. They…
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Central Oregon women unite to fund long-term mentoring for at-risk children; Raise more than $16k
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ)– Members of 100+ Women Who Care of Central Oregon have collectively donated $16,800 to Friends of the Children, a nonprofit…
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UPDATE: Bend man arrested on murder charge, accused of killing wife arraigned; Next court appearance set
(Update: Mitchell’s next court date set for January 20th) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thursday afternoon, Bend man Stephen Mitchell, arrested for the murder…
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Central Oregon employee-owned stores, shoppers team up for ‘Food for February’, raise $85K to fight hunger
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shoppers across Central Oregon helped raise more than $85,000 to fight hunger through the 15th annual Food for…
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Bend’s Powder House is expanding by building new entertainment venue
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Powder House, a long-time Bend business, is expanding – establishing a new venue called “Base Camp.” The 8,000-square-foot space…
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Problem Solvers: Lead concerns rise near Bend Airport as some aircraft still use leaded fuel
(Jillian Fortner has a full report tonight) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Many small aircraft still use a type of aviation gasoline that contains lead, and…
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Oregon State Fire Marshal urges caution as home heating fires rise
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As overnight temperatures dip below freezing across Oregon, the State Fire Marshal’s Office is issuing a renewed call for…
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Bend’s Volcanic Theatre Pub survives: Exclusive
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News can exclusively tell you that one of Bend’s best-known music venues is not going anywhere after all. Owner Johnny…
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COCC educators and faculty rally as contract negotiations reach standstill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– For the first time in its 75-year history, Central Oregon Community College faculty and classified staff, represented by two…
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Warm Springs man charged with firearm possession, high-speed chases after months-long manhunt
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ)– A Warm Springs, Ore., man has been charged with possessing multiple firearms as a felon and eluding police during a…
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Deschutes County seeks volunteers for Fair Board
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is looking for community members interested in helping guide the future of the Deschutes County Fair &…
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OSP seeking witnesses after fatal pedestrian crash on Highway 97 in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON CO, Ore. (KTVZ)– Oregon State Police are requesting public assistance following a fatal crash that occurred on Jan. 10, 2026, between…
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