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‘Justice for James’: Family of homicide victim speaks out as investigation quietly continues

November 2, 2025 8:17 pm Claire Elmer

It’s been more than a month since 43-year-old James Herrera was found dead near Lake Simtustus in Jefferson County. His death has been ruled a…

Police respond to incident during traffic stop near Safeway in Bend

November 1, 2025 10:28 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend Police were called to assist the Oregon State Police on Saturday evening following what began as a routine traffic stop near…

Law enforcement officers stand guard outside the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement headquarters in south Portland on October 5.

Federal judge extends order blocking Trump from deploying National Guard troops to Portland

November 2, 2025 7:29 pm CNN Newsource

By Danya Gainor, Karina Tsui, CNN (CNN) — A judge has extended her order blocking President Donald Trump from deploying any National Guard…

Wagging tails steal the show at Old Mill District’s Halloween Pet Costume Contest

November 1, 2025 11:58 pm Tracee Tuesday

BEND, Ore. {KTVZ} — The Old Mill District was buzzing with Halloween excitement Friday evening as pets of all shapes, sizes, and species took center…

‘We have been slammed’: food banks and pantries react to latest snap benefits issues

November 1, 2025 6:04 pm Spencer Sacks

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Families were supposed to receive their SNAP benefits for the month of November on Saturday. However they have not received it…

Oregon appeals court overturns Ian Cranston’s manslaughter conviction in Bend shooting death of Barry Washington Jr.

October 31, 2025 6:11 pm Barney Lerten

(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. KTVZ) — The Oregon Court of Appeals has reversed and remanded the manslaughter conviction of Ian Cranston in the…

People receive groceries from the Curley's House Food Bank in Miami in late October. Millions of Americans may see their food stamp benefits for November delayed or skipped.

Will SNAP benefits be paid in November? Here’s what we know

October 31, 2025 3:48 pm CNN Newsource

By Tami Luhby, Devan Cole, CNN (CNN) — Food stamp recipients will only get half of their typical benefits in November, and for many, that…

Redmond woman killed, two people injured in crash at intersection of Highways 97 and 370

October 31, 2025 2:29 pm KTVZ

(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Redmond woman was killed and two people suffered minor injuries in a crash at the intersection of…

Oregon, Crook County officials warn the public about phishing scams involving project permit payments

October 31, 2025 2:47 pm KTVZ

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Building Codes Division and Crook County warned the public Friday of a phishing scam targeting people awaiting…

Governor Kotek welcomes judges’ rulings on SNAP benefits, but says: ‘We are still in a hunger emergency’

October 31, 2025 1:27 pm KTVZ

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon Governor Tina Kotek welcomed two federal judges’ rulings Friday that ordered the Trump administration to continue paying…

People watch and take pictures of the USS Gravely

Pentagon shifts to Pacific strikes seeking stronger link between targets and US drug trafficking

October 31, 2025 1:03 pm CNN Newsource

By Natasha Bertrand, Zachary Cohen, CNN (CNN) — The Pentagon has deliberately shifted its strategy in recent weeks to striking suspected…

City of Redmond wraps up 2-year reconstruction of SW Reservoir Drive; corridor now open to traffic

October 31, 2025 1:02 pm KTVZ

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The city of Redmond has announced that the final segment of the reconstructed SW Reservoir Drive, from SW 43rd Street to SW…

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Prineville pastor, accused of shooting cat, now charged with first-degree animal abuse

October 31, 2025 12:15 pm KTVZ

(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville church pastor who allegedly shot a neighborhood cat and placed in a church dumpster…

AK-47s, online chats and a ‘pumpkin day’ reference lead FBI to avert a potential ISIS-inspired terror attack

October 31, 2025 5:12 am CNN Newsource

By Holly Yan, Brynn Gingras, CNN (CNN) — A group of people who allegedly chatted online about an ISIS-inspired attack went to a shooting range…

Shifting Seasons: How a warming climate is throwing honey bees out of sync

October 30, 2025 11:53 pm Triton Notary

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– The Earth’s climate is changing. It always has, but this time, it’s warming. This warmer climate is already shaping the world…

Community Conversations: Kendall’s Catwalk for a Cause returns to Bend, combining fashion and community impact

October 30, 2025 6:59 pm Lynsey Harris

BEND, Ore. — Kendall’s Catwalk for a Cause is back in Bend, promising an unforgettable evening of fashion, fun and giving. The signature event is…

Online searches, even AI tools can point you to the wrong Deschutes County non-emergency phone number

October 30, 2025 5:49 pm KTVZ

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County 9-1-1 reminded residents Thursday to use the correct non-emergency number: 541-693-6911. They said some online…

Three men face federal drug trafficking charges after a year-long investigation, drug seizures across Central Oregon

October 30, 2025 5:13 pm KTVZ

(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Three men have been indicted on felony drug trafficking charges after a year-long investigation by the…

Arraignment of Bend man accused of violent assault in his home has been delayed

October 15, 2025 8:51 am Kelsey Merison, Claire Elmer

On Thursday at the Deschutes County Courthouse, Bend resident Garry Dean Mode made an appearance in front of Deschutes County Circuit Judge Michelle…

Some packages of Marketside Linguine with Beef Meatballs & Marinara Sauce 12-oz. have been recalled.

More illnesses, deaths reported in listeria outbreak tied to recalled pasta salads, meals sold nationwide

October 30, 2025 4:19 pm CNN Newsource

By Asuka Koda, CNN (CNN) — Two additional deaths have been reported in a listeria outbreak that’s been linked with recalled ready-to-eat…