Update: COCC board approves new union contract after deal averts strike
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College’s board of directors has approved a new collective bargaining agreement with the Classified…
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Mt. Bachelor announces closing date, plans high-energy RendezVan sendoff
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will officially close for the 2025/26 winter season on Sunday, April 19, coinciding with the return of RendezVan, a…
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There’s Good News: A heartwarming reunion at BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s Good News: A heartwarming reunion at Brightside Animal Center happened this week in Redmond. Last week, in our Furry…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend’s Melanie Kebler responds to questions about city’s transportation fee, shares upcoming events
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — BEND, Ore. (KTVZ). — From questions about what the city’s transportation fee funds during a dry winter to the Bend Tree Project…
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Sisters City Council discusses waste rate hikes, Moves Northwest Park plan forward
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters City Council held a town hall meeting Wednesday night, focusing on several proposals that could directly impact…
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There’s Good News: Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District honored for response to 2025 Flat Fire
(Update: This article has been corrected to reflect the proper name of Fire Chief Tony Prior) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters-Camp Sherman Rural…
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Schlotzsky’s & Cinnabon in Bend suddenly closes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Another longtime Bend restaurant has unexpectedly closed its doors. The combination Schlotzsky’s and Cinnabon location is now…
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Bend Police roll out automatic traffic cameras at three intersections, here’s how they work
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend police have officially activated new automatic traffic cameras at three intersections as part of a pilot program aimed at…
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Governor signs bill to help Oregon farm stands flourish; chief sponsor Breese-Iverson celebrates improvements
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek joined Oregon farmers, advocates, and legislators at Topaz Farms on Sauvie Island on Wednesday to…
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First spring Chinook salmon season in the lower Deschutes River since 2018 will open in early May
THE DALLES, Ore. (KTVZ) —The lower Deschutes River will be open for spring Chinook salmon from May 5-20, the first such season in eight years, the…
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Man admits holdup of Wildhorse Resort and Casino; demanded $1 million, threatened to ‘bathe everyone in blood’
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Umatilla County man who pulled a gun on a casino cashier, demanded $1 million and threatened to “bathe everyone in blood”…
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New report puts outstanding Oregon criminal court sanctions at more than $1 billion
Oregon’s patchwork system for collecting fees, fines and restitution from people facing criminal charges has resulted in more than $1 billion in…
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Hope and healing: New St. Charles Cancer Center opening in Redmond this month
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members are invited to a special ribbon-cutting celebration for the opening of the new St. Charles Cancer Center…
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Smoke alert: Prescribed burns set near Bend and Sisters this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If conditions are favorable on Thursday, the Deschutes National Forest plans to continue prescribed burning operations on the…
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Murder or self-defense? A jury will now decide, as Caleb Cegers goes on trial in 2023 downtown Bend shooting
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A prosecutor and defense attorney painted sharply differing views Wednesday of the events that led a 20-year-old Bend…
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Grand opening of new Redmond Tractor Supply store features free treats and adoptable dogs
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tractor Supply Company will celebrate the grand opening of its new Redmond location with a family-friendly event this…
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ClearPath Healthcare hosts 2nd annual ‘Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day’ event in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — ClearPath Healthcare will host its second annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day event on Saturday, April 11, at the VFW…
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Looking for a classroom career? Central Oregon schools hiring at upcoming job fair
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Teachers and education professionals looking for new opportunities across Central Oregon will have the chance to connect…
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Bend-La Pine driver arrested, accused of drinking before student bus route
(Update: adding statement from Bend La-Pine Schools and info about them notifying the 18 families the day after it happened). BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A…
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MISSING CHILD: ODHS seeks public help to find Chayton ‘Jabber’ Owings
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Child Welfare Division is asking the public to help find Chayton Owings, age 14,…
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