Nick Reiner’s arraignment delayed after high-profile attorney withdraws as counsel
CNN, KCAL, KCBS, MONA EDWARDS, GETTY IMAGES, KCAL/KCBS By Nick Watt, Alli Rosenbloom, Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — Nick Reiner…
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US seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela
By Nic Robertson, Natasha Bertrand, CNN (CNN) — The US has seized an oil tanker linked to Venezuela after tracking it across the Atlantic,…
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Trust, transparency and tough questions: Deschutes Sheriff hopeful Ty Rupert makes his pitch to voters
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert used a Sunriver town hall to highlight his focus on rebuilding trust, transparency and…
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Snow in the forecast could mean difficulties with schools; how school districts prepare for winter weather
(UPDATE: adding video and quotes from Bend-LaPine Schools Director of Communications, Scott Maben) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Snow, Sleet, Ice, all…
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DCSO welcomes Dozer, a new drug detection K-9
(UPDATE: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office announced a new 4-legged deputy: Dozer, the…
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Military officially demobilizing National Guard troops activated in Portland, Los Angeles and Chicago
(UPDATE: Adding Video) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — After months of court fights and legal limbo over their call-up by President Trump, hundreds of Oregon…
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Update: Bend snowmobiler killed in California avalanche remembered as active, true outdoorsman
A Bend snowmobiler was buried in snow and killed in an avalanche Monday during an outing with four friends in the Castle Peak area near Truckee,…
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“Tons of people”: Downtown Bend sees holiday rush despite delayed ski season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Holiday decorations line the streets of downtown Bend as shoppers move in and out of stores during the final days of the season.…
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Construction to community corridor: Franklin Avenue in midtown Bend reopens with new safety improvements
Traffic is flowing again along Franklin Avenue in midtown Bend after months of construction — and it’s sporting a new look. The upgrades are part of…
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Oregon Adaptive Sports, Mt. Bachelor to celebrate remodel of OAS office with ribbon-cutting
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Adaptive Sports and Mt. Bachelor will host a ribbon-cutting on Friday at 9 a.m. to celebrate the…
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Housing Works to open waiting list for 2026 Housing Choice Voucher Program next week
(Update: Video Added) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Housing Works, a housing organization dedicated to fostering stability and affordability in Central…
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Oregon State Parks seek public input on proposed rules for drone takeoffs, landings in state parks
(Update: Video Added) SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public feedback on proposed rules governing…
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‘Skiers and riders are in for a treat’: Mt. Bachelor ‘elated’ by lots of long-awaited snow due this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After a late start to winter and weeks of tantalizing and teasing storms that brought some, but not a lot of snow to the slopes…
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As new year begins, AAA says Oregon and Washington see the largest gas price declines in the nation
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – It’s another week of declines at the gas pumps as 2026 begins, AAA Oregon/Idaho reported Tuesday. Gas prices continue to…
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Oregon Parks Forever announces its 6th annual Happy Little Virtual 5K inspired by Bob Ross
(Update: Video Added) OREGON (KTVZ) — Registration is now open for a virtual 5K sponsored by Oregon Parks Forever! Folks all over the country can…
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Hoodoo Ski Area plans to open Thursday; up to 50 inches of snow in the forecast
(Update: Adding Hoodoo news release) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Hoodoo Ski Area plans to open Thursday, with the current weather forecast of up to 50…
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Bend Police nab suspect driving stolen Jetta
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend police arrested a 35-year-old local man Monday afternoon after stopping a reported stolen vehicle near Terranaut Brewing on…
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Crook County School Board seeks input on naming Interim Superintendent Dr. Joel Hoff to permanent post
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County School Board is seeking input from stakeholders to inform its decision regarding the…
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More snow means more people coming to Central Oregon
(UPDATE: added videos and quotes from Todd Mcgee, Owner of Powderhouse) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With snow already piling onto the mountains, more people…
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BendFilm executive director departs; new leadership team announced
(Update: Video Added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BendFilm has announced what it calls a “leadership evolution,” as Executive Director Giancarlo Gatto…
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