(Update: School district surveying Silver Rail families) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools gave an update Thursday about the “ongoing return-to-learning process” for Silver Rail Elementary School, hit by a mass shooting a week ago. They announced a family input survey, a continued closure through at least next week, free meal distribution and expanded
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Bend Fire & Rescue ladder truck was used to extinguish fire at Bend’s Black Bear Diner early Thursday morning. Fire at Black Bear Diner was traced to faulty gas stove safety switch (Bend Fire & Rescue photos Fire that began behind gas stove at Black Bear Diner spread up wall, into attic BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation announced plans Thursday to recognize 5-year-old Rhoam Summer through its national Trees for Peace memorial initiative and offered to fund a local memorial in Bend, Oregon. Rhoam was killed in the October 15th shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School. The foundation, also known as The
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(KTVZ) — The American Red Cross issued an urgent request Wednesday for blood and platelet donations, emphasizing a critical need for type O blood to maintain supply levels ahead of the holiday season. The organization is offering gift card incentives for donors through Nov. 22, along with free health screenings during November. The push comes
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BEND, Ore. – The Bend City Council chambers were full of grieving residents and every form of emotion on display Wednesday evening, as councilors vowed to do all they can to address the severe safety threat to children. But a couple of frustrated, angry citizens called not just for armed officers at every school, but
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District, statewide, and family-specific funds have been established following the Silver Rail Elementary School shooting BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon’s grief following the Silver Rail Elementary School shooting is being met with an outpouring of love, support, and generosity. Many donation links are being shared online, making it difficult to determine which funds are
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday it has seen a rise in the number of residents seeking to apply for a Concealed Handgun License following last week’s tragic shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School. Since the incident, 204 individuals have signed up to begin the process of obtaining a CHL,
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — RAD Camps and Dudley’s Bookshop are partnering to host a community memorial walk in Bend for Megan Lambert, one of the victims killed in the Silver Rail Elementary shooting. The event is organized to honor Lambert’s memory while bringing community members together to show support for those affected by the Silver
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dutch Bros locations in Bend, Redmond and Sisters will donate one dollar for every drink sold this Friday to the Silver Rail Elementary PTO to support families impacted by last week’s tragedy.
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Worthy Brewing in Bend is hosting a community gathering for students, parents, school staff and others affected by a shooting at Silver Rail Elementary. The event aims to provide a dedicated space for community members to share their concerns, ask questions and connect with support resources as the community begins to
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lone Pine Coffee will offer free coffee to teachers at its Cushing Drive and Harriman Street locations this Thursday and Friday to show appreciation for educators. The business says it hopes to show its appreciation for teachers and the role they play in the lives of students during this difficult time.
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Four comfort dogs from LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs traveled to Bend to support the Bend-La Pine Schools community. Isaac, Rahab, Fischer and Zachaeus visited the district’s Education Center, offering comfort and a calming presence following the recent tragedy.
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steve Cook met with state and federal officials for a situational briefing regarding an incident at Silver Rail Elementary School. The meeting included Gov. Tina Kotek, U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley and U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum, alongside state and local leaders. Officials gathered to
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, the Prineville Chamber of Commerce is bringing back its Prineville Perk event. Community members and local business owners are invited to gather for coffee, conversation, and connections from 8-9 a.m. at the Crook County High School Library. The event will also give attendees a chance to learn more about
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Artists and local youth have come together to create a very special tribute to Rhoam Summer. Rhoam, who was one of the children lost in Silverrail, loved dinosaurs and sharks. And so, the kids at Hearts Unknown Education gathered to create shark- and dinosaur-themed artwork as a tribute to 5-year-old Rhoam
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 46-year-old Bend resident was arrested this afternoon following a four-hour standoff with police at a home in the 900 block of NE Francis Court. Bryan Paul Hill surrendered to law enforcement officers after initially refusing to exit the residence. Bend Police arrived at the home around 11:24 a.m. after receiving
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Congresswoman Janelle Bynum’s office tells KTVZ News, Oregon’s 5th Congressional District Representative is calling on Immigration and Customs Enforcement to stop their non-emergency enforcement operations in Bend and Deschutes County. You can read her statement below: David Venturella Acting Director U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement 500 12th Street SW Washington, DC
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 2026-27 ice season at The Pavilion in Bend, begins Thursday, Oct. 22, featuring public skating, hockey leagues and curling programs. The season is scheduled to run through early April, weather permitting. The venue will be open seven days a week from pre-dawn to late night. A new amenity this year
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Update: Forward progress has been stopped, according to Watch Duty BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters are responding to a 1 acre brush fire moving uphill towards structures, according to Watch Duty. Per Incident Command, the fire is being called the Quail Fire.The fire is located on the Deschutes County / Jefferson County line near Terrebonne.This
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students across Bend-La Pine Schools returned to classrooms following last week’s deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary, as families and educators work to navigate grief, fear, and questions about what comes next. For many students, returning to school means reconnecting with friends and teachers and finding comfort in familiar routines. But
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