1 student dead and another injured in shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort
WAVE, WKYT, WLEX, CNN By Emma Tucker, CNN (CNN) — One student is dead and another remains in critical condition after a shooting at Kentucky…
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Plea entry for Redmond woman accused of fatally stabbing mother delayed following mentally fit ruling
A Deschutes County judge has ruled that Redmond murder suspect Jessica Andersch is now mentally fit to aid and assist in her own defense, clearing…
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Deschutes County commissioners plan two January public hearings on proposed five-district map
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners announced Tuesday it will host two public hearings in January to gather feedback on…
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UPDATE: Molalla teen believed to be in danger has been found; officials said earlier he could be in Bend area
The Oregon Department of Human Services, Child Welfare Division, said late Tuesday it was thankful for the community support and had located a…
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You’re invited to bring your pets and family to a fun Christmas ‘Pawty’ in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s another opportunity for you to celebrate Christmas with your pet. Pawfect Harmony Pup Spa is hosting a ‘Family…
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Redmond man allegedly steals front loader from construction site, uses it to ram a family member’s SUV
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County sheriff’s deputies answered an unusual call Monday night just west of Redmond that…
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Australia is banning young teens from social media. Could it happen in the US?
By Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — A world-first ban on major social media platforms for children under the age of 16 goes into effect in…
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Crooked River Ranch man arrested in Halloween holdup at gunpoint of Redmond cafe
 A suspect in the Halloween night holdup at gunpoint of Sassy’s Cafe in Redmond has been arrested at his home in Crooked River Ranch, police said…
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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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