BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If you’re thinking about ringing in the New Year at Mt. Bachelor, below is a look at the resort’s snow stake camera from 6:30 a.m. today. As you can see, there’s not much snow at the resort, but that’s not stopping skiers and snowboarders from enjoying the start of the long-awaited
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Move brought outrage from conservation groups, while drawing praise from ranchers and Republicans VALLEY FALLS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Trump administration is moving to permanently delist the gray wolf from the Endangered Species Act, a decision spotlighting the struggles of a Southern Oregon ranch family at the heart of the nationwide debate. A Wolf at the Fence Line
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Multiple Bend mothers say routine trips to Southeast Bend shopping centers have recently taken a disturbing turn, after an unknown man approached them in parking lots and began talking about their young daughters being trafficked.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor announced it plans to start spinning Alpenglow today, December 29th. Here’s a look at the resort’s snow stake from Monday morning at 7:40 a.m.: Mt. Bachelor snow stake, 12/29/25 7:40 a.m. While it may look like there isn’t much snow on the mountain, Sunrise Lodge with access to Cloudchaser, Early
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thump Coffee and Backporch Coffee Roasters will soon join forces. The companies announced they will merge in 2026. Thump says this merger isn’t about becoming something different, it’s about strengthening what both companies already care deeply about: craft, people, community, and the ability to make someone’s day a little better, one
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –Happy Trails Horse Rescue in Bend has earned global recognition for its work helping horses in need.The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries awarded Happy Trails full accreditation earlier this month. The designation means the rescue meets rigorous animal care and management standards confirmed through an on-site inspection. GFAS leaders praised the Happy Trails
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The iconic “Prince of Egypt” is coming to Central Oregon just in time for the new year. The beloved movie is hitting the stage with iconic songs and a fun atmosphere. They are going all out with a live orchestra, grand pyramids and pillars. all they’re missing are real frogs. The
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TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — For this month’s ‘Making a Difference’, we’re spotlighting Healing Reins, where lives are transformed through the power of horse therapy. KTVZ News spoke with Executive Director Polly Cohen about what 2025 looked like at the nonprofit and what the team is looking forward to most in 2026. “These animals are incredible to talk
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Ducks have had an impressive season so far. They have gone 12-1 in the regular season and have already had a monster win against James Madison. So what has been their superpower this season? Ducks coach Dan Lanning answered this on The Pat McAfee Show. Dan Lanning said, “I think our
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Ducks gave their fans an early Christmas present. As with every week they play, the Ducks are always dressed to the nines with uniforms that amaze. On Wednesday, the Ducks released their jersey combo for their second round playoff game in the Orange Bowl. The Ducks will be wearing black
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Getting Chinese food on Christmas Eve might be a tradition for your family. Down at Chan’s in Bend, they’re bracing for their busiest day of the year. Just before noon today, they were seeing what they call the calm before the storm. Employees tell KTVZ by 6 pm the phone is
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Across Central Oregon, stores were packed with last minute shoppers. One of the business places in Bend is Leapin Lizards Toy Store downtown. They’re not just popular for last minute gifts for kids, but also because they offer free gift wrapping in store. This years toy buy trends are changing. While
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire and Rescue were called to a house on Terra Meadow Drive just before 2pm for a garage fire. The fire was traced back to a failed lithium battery in an electric vehicle. The fire was quickly put out and no damage was found in the house. Bend Fire &
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon health officials are reminding beachgoers to take precautions even though the state’s beach monitoring season has ended for the year. The Oregon Beach Monitoring Program, part of the Oregon Health Authority, wrapped up its 2025 sampling season in mid-September. Still, officials say bacteria levels can rise after periods of heavy
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon households that lost food bought with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits during recent storms now have extra time to request replacements, according to the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS). The agency announced Tuesday that residents in 19 counties will have 30 days, until Jan. 16, 2026, to report food losses caused by
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After weeks of waiting, the lifts at Mt. Bachelor are finally spinning again.
The popular Central Oregon resort officially opened Tuesday morning, and eager skiers and snowboarders lined up early to make the first tracks of the season.
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — City of Bend rolls out clearer parking rules and a streamlined ticket process starting January 1, 2026, aiming for fairer enforcement. The updates target EV charging, RVs, and commercial vehicles while shifting citations to Municipal Court. This means when you get a ticket, you must make arrangements with the municipal court
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Kotek announced a $65 million statewide investment Tuesday, to add 146 new residential behavioral health treatment beds. Among the more than a dozen funded projects across Oregon, $1 million is going towards The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. That money will fund a residential treatment home with a 5-bed capacity.
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols across Central Oregon this holiday season as part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, a U.S. Department of Transportation initiative to reduce impaired driving. Deputies will be on the lookout for drunk and impaired drivers through New Year’s Eve, joining law
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Monday, Mt. Bachelor announced it’s opening date for the 2025-26 season. The resort will open Tuesday, December 23. The latest opening date on record was during the 1976-77 season, when the resort opened on January 2nd. They’ve opened with less snow in the past, According to John Merriman, President and
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