Bend police arrest man in sexual abuse case, seek additional victims
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police arrested 19-year-old Alex Roger Stanley today, on suspicion of sexual abuse charges involving a minor. Authorities…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: U.S. 97 reopens near La Pine after crash
(KTVZ) — U.S. Highway 97 has reopened north of La Pine after a crash temporarily shut down the roadway in both directions, according to the Oregon…
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Bend Bikes, Central Oregon YIMBY to host community social on housing, transportation
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon YIMBY (Yes In My Back Yard) and Bend Bikes are teaming up for a community social event focused on the future of…
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Rocky Fire now at least 30 acres
Warm Springs, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new fire has been reported near the Indian Head Casino in Warm Springs, according to Watch Duty. According to The…
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Nonprofits start campaign to bring proportional ranked choice voting to Deschutes County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A new campaign is underway by several nonprofits in Deschutes County that its supporters say could reshape how local leaders…
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Prineville Airport gears up for 4th Annual Wheels and Wings event
PRINEVILLE, ORE. (KTVZ) The Fourth Annual Wheels and Wings event will return to Prineville Airport on Saturday, June 20th. The event, hosted by…
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FBI seeking victims of sexual violence by Robert Ray Warner in Warm Springs
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) The FBI is seeking public assistance to identify additional victims of sexual violence involving Robert Ray Warner. Warner…
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Warm Springs Timber Company gets Forest Service approval for Camp Sherman log hauling
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Log hauling and road maintenance are set to get underway this summer in the Deschutes National Forest near Camp Sherman…
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There’s Good News: Culver High students bring back a beloved community landmark
CULVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — A group of Culver High School students spent the final month of the school year bringing new life to one of the community’s…
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Central Oregon Earth Seeds hosts vibrant Juneteenth celebration this Saturday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) Central Oregon Earth Seeds and Moonchild Artistry Events invite the community to join this Saturday’s Juneteenth Central Oregon…
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Record Independence Day travel expected to impact Central Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – AAA projects 72.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home for the 4th of July holiday. This sets a new…
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High Desert Driver Education opens registration for 2026 Summer Program
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) Registration is now open for the 2026 Summer Driver Education Program offered through High Desert Driver Education in Redmond.…
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Oregon Health Authority revisits pool supervision rule for minors
OREGON (KTVZ) — (UPDATE) KTVZ spoke with a parent, Kacey McCarney about this change. Here’s what they had to say: “As a parent I can understand why…
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City of Madras resumes search for police chief
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Madras has reopened its search for a new Police Chief, seeking an experienced leader to guide the department…
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Update: All Evacuation Orders Dropped in Deschutes County following Vegetation Fire
Update: All evacuation orders have been dropped. Update: Evacuation orders have been downgraded to Level 1 – BE READY Forward progress has been…
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Governor declares state of emergency as wildfires threaten Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek has declared a state of emergency across Oregon due to the imminent threat of wildfire, a move that…
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Fire sprinklers contain blaze at Bend apartment complex
Bend Fire & Rescue responded to a fire in a third-floor apartment at the Stonebriar Apartment Complex in Bend before 1 p.m. The building’s fire…
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City officials talk of legacy and future goals after Prineville Mayor Jason Beebe resigns
(Update: adding comments from Prineville City Manager) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville Mayor Jason Beebe has announced his immediate…
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Redmond to accept applications for final retail marijuana dispensary
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Redmond will begin accepting applications for its final retail marijuana dispensary on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.…
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Oregon Governor declares state of emergency due to wildfire threat
OREGON (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency for Oregon today, citing an imminent threat of wildfire. This executive order…
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