Ash Wednesday observed in Central Oregon
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Christians marked the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday by receiving traditional ash crosses on their foreheads. The day…
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Deschutes County commissioners, Redmond councilors discuss 1,200-acre Eastside expansion, other issues
(Update: Adding quotes from Redmond City Councilor Cat Zwicker, Deschutes County Commissioner Phil Chang) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond city…
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Governor’s new Prosperity Council visits Redmond’s BASX and Hayden Homes, meets with local business leaders
Update: adding video REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek’s new Prosperity Council traveled to Redmond on Tuesday for their second official…
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BREAKING NEWS: Crooked River Ranch man who admitted to Redmond cafe holdup killed in crash during freeway chase
WEST LINN, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Crooked River Ranch man who pleaded guilty to the Halloween night masked holdup of a downtown Redmond cafe failed to…
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Redmond Police Department is opening a new location for sex offender registration
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Police Department will open a new sex offender registration office next Tuesday, providing a private location for…
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Sheriff Ty Rupert stresses transparency and honesty at town hall meeting in Redmond
Redmond, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert held a town hall meeting in Redmond to address community concerns and discuss his first…
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Man shot near Redmond Fairgrounds after property dispute; few details out amid investigation
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A man was shot Sunday night in an undeveloped area south of the Deschutes County Fairgrounds after a property dispute, but…
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Wyden, Merkley, Bynum announce $3.8 million in FAA funding for Redmond Airport terminal expansion
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, along with Rep.Janelle Bynum, announced on Monday $3.8 million in federal funding to…
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Man arrested after crashing stolen car into power pole in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore (KTVZ) — A 31-year-old man was arrested Sunday after he allegedly crashed a stolen vehicle into a power pole and was found hours later…
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Caught on camera: Redmond homeowner targeted in dangerous TikTok challenge
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Redmond resident and KTVZ viewer says they were the latest victim of a viral TikTok prank known as the “door kick…
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Reducing the risk: City of Redmond to start wildfire mitigation work in Dry Canyon Park
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Redmond said Friday it will begin wildfire mitigation work in Dry Canyon Park next week, calling it a proactive…
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City of Redmond launches 2026 biennial community survey; here’s the link
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond hasy launched its 2026 biennial Community Survey. The purpose is to learn what the community thinks about…
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Three local organizations among Oregon 250 grant recipients to mark America’s special birthday
Portland, OR — The America 250 Oregon Commission, in partnership with Oregon Heritage and the Oregon Historical Society, has announced the…
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Deschutes County seeks new Planning Commission member from Redmond/Terrebonne area
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County has invited residents in the Redmond/Terrebonne community to apply for a vacant position on the county’s…
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Bend, Redmond mayors join Gov. Kotek in letter calling for immediate halt to federal immigration enforcement actions
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek and more than 30 Oregon mayors sent a letter Thursday to the Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem and President…
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Bynum: Two SW Redmond housing, road safety projects to get total of $2.25 million in federal funding
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., said Wednesday she’s secured over $6 million in federal funding for affordable housing, community…
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Bend man charged with DUII, assault in Redmond pickup-pedestrian crash that injured Warm Springs woman
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man faces assault and DUII charges after a pickup-pedestrian crash on Highway 97 in Redmond Monday night that…
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Sheriff Rupert to host town halls in Redmond and Bend
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert is continuing his series of community Town Halls, with upcoming stops in Redmond and…
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Kiwanis clubs launch ‘Battle of the Buns’ baby wipe drive
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Local Kiwanis clubs in Central Oregon are sparking friendly rivalry with the “Battle of the Buns,” a baby wipe collection…
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Oregon’s high school graduation rate inches up to record high, still below U.S. average; look up your school, district
(Update: Adding Crook County, Redmond statements) By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon high schoolers in the…
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