Habitat for Humanity breaks ground on 34-home affordable housing community in La Pine
(Update: Adding video) La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver officially broke ground last week on its largest…
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Wind-fanned brush fire in Redmond’s Dry Canyon prompts evacuations; legal fireworks the cause, four teens cited
Four teens were cited late Monday for using legal fireworks that sparked a one-acre brush fire in Redmond’s Dry Canyon Park and prompted Level 3 GO…
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Prineville man facing murder, other charges; families, friends and neighbors shocked: ‘The system failed him’
Prineville resident Martin Ray Terry was arraigned Monday on murder, manslaughter, attempted murder and assault after an incident Friday morning in…
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‘More accessible’ river area opens at Miller’s Landing Park in Bend
(Update: Adding video, comments from parent, Visit Bend) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– River access in the Old Mill just got a whole lot easier. The Miller’s…
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‘Stay legal’: Fireworks company’s national safety expert advises Central Oregonians how to minimize fire risk
We spoke with TNT Fireworks’ National Safety Expert, James Fuller, who is also a former firefighter. “Stay legal. That’s our number one message to…
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Redmond Airport secures $8.38 million federal grant for terminal expansion project
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – “Rural airports are a critical part of keeping our communities connected and making travel accessible to everyone,”…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum hosts Redmond town hall as part of her ‘Give ’Em Hell Tour’
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum stopped in Central Oregon this morning for a public town hall at Ridgeview High School, part of her…
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Ziplining, mountain biking, and scenic chairlift rides draw summer visitors to Mt. Bachelor
(update: adding comments from Mt. Bachelor, Visit Bend, and visitors) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Although the ski season has come to end, visitors are…
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Eyewear retailer ‘Warby Parker’ is set to open in the Old Mill on July 5th, replacing half of the former Victoria Secret building
BEND, Ore. — National eyewear retailer Warby Parker is officially opening its doors in Bend’s Old Mill District on Saturday, July 5, and will…
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VIDEO: Navigating Bend’s protected intersections
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend has released an informational video helping residents navigate the safety improvements at Wall Street and Olney…
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Navigating Bend: This weeks road and traffic report from the City
For the Week of June 30-July 6: 2025 Street Preservation – Street preservation continues with street resurfacing (grind & inlay). Various…
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“Really concerning:” Local reaction to public land sale proposal, blocked in US Senate
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A contentious topic this past week: the possible sale of public land. The provision brought forth by Utah Senator Mike Lee as…
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KTVZ News to host 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, with live coverage of Bend and Redmond’s fireworks shows
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For the first year ever KTVZ News will be showcasing both Bend and Redmond’s firework shows with the our live show, The 4th of…
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What you need to know: 4th of July Pet Parade in Bend
(Update: Adding video) Bend, Ore. – (June 26, 2025) – Bend Park and Recreation District’s July 4th Pet Parade is a community…
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Family Night at the Crooked River Roundup Rodeo
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s a big week in Prineville as crowds roll in for the 80th Crooked River Roundup to celebrate…
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Congresswoman Bynum to hold town hall in Redmond on Saturday, June 28th
(Update: Adding video) Washington, DC – On Saturday, June 28th at 11:00AM PT, Congresswoman Janelle Bynum…
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Prineville city officials were blindsided with news that one of their biggest employers, Owens Corning, would be closing its doors
PRINEVILLE, Ore. [KTVZ] — One of the biggest employers in Prineville is shutting down—without giving city leaders a heads-up – leaving 184…
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Eugene man sentenced to 5 years in federal prison for trafficking fentanyl, meth in Oregon
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Eugene man was sentenced Tuesday to five years in federal prison for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine in Oregon,…
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‘Heartbroken’: Parents raise concerns over HDESD cuts affecting children with disabilities
(Update: Adding video, adding comments from parents, HDESD statement) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Parents, caregivers, and teachers are urging the High…
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County Commissioners to discuss “Potential Sheriff Transition” following van der Kamp resignation
(Update: Adding video, comments from county commissioners) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Deschutes County Commissioners will now decide Deschutes County’s…
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