Cascade Cycling Classic brings cyclists and community together in downtown Bend
(Update: adding video, comments from race director) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Downtown Bend streets closed to traffic Sunday as cyclists took over for the…
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Medical emergency suspected in Prineville creek death
A man found dead in Ochoco Creek on Saturday morning likely died from a medical emergency, according to Prineville…
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After 33 Years Serving La Pine, Assistant Fire Chief Dan Daugherty Retires
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dan Daugherty, assistant fire chief for La Pine Fire District, has retired after 33 years dedicated to the community. Joyce…
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Oregon Lightning and Bend FC partner for youth football camps in Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Lightning and Bend FC have partnered to launch a new series of youth football development camps in Bend, Ore. The…
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The ‘earthquake gate’ stopping a San Andreas disaster is under its highest stress in 1,000 years
By Kasha Patel, CNN (CNN) — It’s like a scene from a Hollywood movie: A major earthquake along the San Andreas fault ripples through Los…
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Gas Leak Closes Bend Street After Construction Crew Strikes Natural Gas Line
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A natural gas leak prompted road closures and shelter-in-place precautions in a southwest Bend neighborhood Thursday afternoon…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Oregon 126 Open Between Redmond and Sisters Following Crash
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News has learned OR 126 has reopened, however the crash reported earlier is still being reported. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — ODOT…
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FIFA World Cup: How to Watch USA Vs. Australia
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially underway, Team USA will participate in their second match on Friday at Seattle Stadium.…
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Central Oregon athletes gear up for Special Olympics USA Games
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon athletes are preparing to compete in the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota, following a send-off…
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Bend Police: Restaurant employee arrested for sexually abusing minors at downtown business
BEND, Ore – (KTVZ) — A 35-year-old Bend resident, Davis Allen Kellar, was arrested on Thursday, June 18, on suspicion of sexually abusing minor…
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Problem Solvers: Lawsuit, lien, and customer accusations after local roofing company goes silent
(Update: adding comments from homeowner, BBB) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Central Oregon homeowner says he paid thousands in a deposit for a new roof, but…
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Bend City Council approves Climate Pollution Fee on natural gas appliances in new homes
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After years of debate, Bend City Council has approved a new Climate Pollution Fee that will place charges on certain natural…
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BREAKING NEWS: Semi Rolls Over on Prineville Grade
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville Police have confirmed to KTVZ News that a crash on Ochoco Highway, also knows as the Prineville Grade, is…
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Bend to expand water infrastructure with approved land transfer from Forest Service
BEND, Ore. — The U.S. Forest Service has approved a major land transfer that will allow the City of Bend to expand its Outback water system west of…
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Real Taste of India Restaurant Closes Following Shilo Inn Closure in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Real Taste of India Restaurant has closed following the closure of the Shilo Inn. KTVZ News went to the property on Thursday…
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Great Drake Park Duck Race returns Sept. 13; tickets benefit Central Oregon charities
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 37th annual Great Drake Park Duck Race, a fundraiser supporting local community charities, is scheduled for Sunday, Sept.…
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Central Oregon Community College seeks mediation in faculty contract talks
UPDATE: Central Oregon Community College Faculty Forum Union released the following statement to KTVZ News concerning the school seeking mediation.…
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There’s Good News: Bend cyclists of all ages invited to hit the course at Cascade Cycling Classic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — For one afternoon, downtown Bend streets, usually filled with traffic, will belong to cyclists of every age and ability.…
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KTVZ to Air Seattle Mariners Games on The CW and FOX
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The networks of KTVZ will be airing select Seattle Mariners games starting on July 3rd. KTVZ is excited to announce that…
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Player safety concerns force Oregon Lightning to forfeit season
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Lightning organization forfeited the remainder of its 2026 AF1 season on June 11, 2026, citing significant player…
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