UPDATE: Bend Police Department reports missing 17-year-old has been found
The Bend Police Department reported Tuesday afternoon that a missing/runaway 17-year-old, Karter William Cash Novacoff, “has been located and is no…
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Deschutes National Forest will allow Class 1, pedal-assist e-bikes on over 160 miles of mountain bike trails
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes National Forest has finalized its plan to allow Class 1, pedal-assist e-bikes on most than 160 miles of mountain…
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Grieving Crook County community comes together, holds candlelight vigil in wake of tragic crash
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A grieving and supportive Central Oregon community came together Monday evening to support two families after tragedy…
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DCSO asks for public participation in natural disaster impact survey
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is inviting community members to take part in a short,…
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Eileen Higgins will win Miami mayor’s race, breaking a nearly 30-year GOP hold
By Molly English, CNN (CNN) — Eileen Higgins will be the next mayor of the city of Miami, breaking a nearly 30-year Republican streak in…
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Raiders pride shines at Bend watch party despite tough season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — It may have been a difficult season for Raiders fans, with the team sitting at 2–11, but that didn’t stop Central…
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La Pine-area man accused of hitting dog with shovel under community restoration conditions, review hearing set
A La Pine-area man accused of hitting his dog with a shovel was back in a Deschutes County courtroom this week for another hearing on whether he is…
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Deschutes County Public Health urges community to get flu shots
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Deschutes County Public Health is urging residents to protect their health this holiday season by getting the flu vaccine. With…
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JUST ANNOUNCED: Big names coming to Bend’s Hayden Homes Amphitheater in 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Monday, Hayden Homes Amphitheater announced the return of The Goo Goo Dolls in July of 2026 as well as Toto, Christopher…
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Obsidian Middle School Wins SELCO’s Annual Classroom Makeover Program.
Redmond, Ore. (KTVZ) — Today at Obsidian Middle School in Redmond, one teacher got a big surprise. The entire school gathered for what was…
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DEADLY CRASH: 15-year-old killed in Prineville head-on collision, another juvenile remains in serious condition
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Saturday, December 6th at 9:23 p.m., deputies from the Crook County Sheriff’s Office responded to a motorcycle crash…
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Downtown Bend lights up for the holidays with annual Christmas tree lighting event
Downtown Bend kicked off the holiday season this weekend with one of the community’s favorite traditions: the annual Christmas tree lighting in the…
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Hospice of Redmond changes name to “ClearPath Healthcare” as services expand
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Hospice of Redmond is entering a new chapter, and with that comes a new name. The organization announced it will now be…
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Firefighters rescue elderly resident and pets in Madras house fire
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) – A family in Madras safely escaped a house fire Saturday morning thanks to the quick response of Jefferson County Fire & EMS…
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“It was awesome”: Crowds gather in downtown for Bend’s Christmas Parade
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The holiday season is in full swing, and Saturday’s Holiday Parade drew crowds from across Bend to celebrate together. Hundreds…
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Bend’s First Friday in December rings in the holiday season
(UPDATE: adding video and quotes from Sarah Swartz, Suzy Reininger, and Sarah Roberts) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The holiday season is in full effect as a…
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Bend woman killed in single-vehicle car crash
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On December 4, 2025, at 8:23 p.m., deputies with the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a…
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Former Prineville nursing home employee arrested for allegedly stealing client funds
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Violeta Lima, a former employee of Prineville Regency Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, was arrested on December 4,…
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Security footage and stolen ski pass lead to Bend burglary arrest
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man was arrested early Friday morning for allegedly committing multiple burglaries in northwest Bend. Donald Richard…
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‘It’s all about community’: Festival of Trees brings families together to honor loved ones
(update: comments from volunteers, Hospice of Redmond) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Over 30 trees are being decorated by volunteers for this year’s…
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