‘Dirtworld: The Uprising’ seeks to unite Central Oregon through cleanup effort
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Homeless encampments along Central Oregon dirt roads have existed for decades, according to organizer Nicholas Dieringer.…
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Temperatures return to normal, slight chance of storms Thursday and Friday
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The skies have been pleasantly clear of smoke this afternoon with the potential for more smoke to arrive in the overnight hours.…
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Former Shilo Inn Furnishings Get New Life Through Furnish Hope
BEND, Ore. — Furnishings from the former Shilo Inn in Bend are getting a second life as a community effort helps move donated items from the former…
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Sisters man killed in motorcycle crash in Curry County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 36-year-old Sisters man died Sunday afternoon following a three-vehicle crash on Highway 101 in Curry County. Oregon State…
Continue Reading Near normal temperatures, showers possible closer to the weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Temperatures will be slightly cooler today with most areas topping out in the low 80s. Expect mostly sunny skies today with…
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Pet Pics: Percy takes a giant leap of joy
It’s summer, and we have a typical seasonal mix of indoor and outdoor photos of your wonderful pets. See many more and share yours from the Contests…
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Back to School: Upcoming bus safety events scheduled for Redmond kindergartners
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Getting ready for kindergarten also means getting ready to ride the school bus. The Redmond School District is hosting…
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Oregon invests in nearly 300 affordable homes across the state
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — New investments from Oregon Housing and Community Services are creating nearly 300 affordable homes across the state. The…
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Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over: Bend Police remind drivers to stay sober behind the wheel
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department is offering a reminder to stay sober behind the wheel, as it’s already arrested more than 240…
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There’s Good News: Garter snake receiving care at Think Wild surprises staff with eight babies
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There’s good news, and it comes from our friends at Think Wild! An adult female garter snake arrived at the wildlife…
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New Franklin Avenue traffic closure begins Monday, August 17
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, progress continues on the Franklin Avenue project, but drivers should be prepared for another traffic closure…
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“There at the right time”: Private patrol officer helps rescue sleeping woman from Bend apartment fire
(Update: adding video, interview with patrol officer) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A private patrol officer may have helped save a Bend woman’s life after…
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Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District welcomes new engine, ambulance with community christening
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District added a new fire engine and ambulance to its response fleet today. Community members…
Continue Reading Kentucky Man Dies at Oregon Park After Falling from Top of Waterfall
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 20-year-old Kentucky man died Monday evening after falling approximately 177 feet from South Falls at Silver Falls State Park…
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Near normal temperatures this week, still dry and smoky at times
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The high temperatures this week are significantly “less hot” than last week as the mercury will only reach the middle and…
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Gabriel Dean Christensen sentenced to 120 months in prison following arrest in July
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gabriel Dean Christensen, a 41-year-old repeat convicted felon, was sentenced Tuesday to 120 months in prison and three years of…
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Redmond City Council to hear proposal for fireworks ban
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond City Council is scheduled to hear public testimony Tuesday on a proposal that would prohibit the possession, sale…
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UPDATE: Missing Oregon Children Found
Update: Jayc Priest, Jariq Rupert, and Jerriyah Rupert were located on August 7th, 2026, according to a notice from The Oregon Department of Human…
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Bend police respond to 20 calls about dogs left in hot cars this month, one dog dies
(Update: adding Bend police comments, information about dog death) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — With temperatures soaring, the Bend Police Department is…
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“The fires are fresh and the equipment is stale.” – Sen. Wyden Tours Central Oregon Fires
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden traveled across Central Oregon to assess ongoing wildfire response efforts and meet directly with emergency…
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