Prineville Honors 9/11 victims with memorial and flag display
PRINEVILLE, Ore. {KTVZ} – Volunteers in Prineville are preparing a powerful remembrance memorial to honor the victims of the September 11th…
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Prosecution cross-examines Samson Garner in trial over alleged Smith Rock mass shooting attempt
The trial of Samson Garner — the man accused of planning a mass shooting at Smith Rock in late 2023 — continued Tuesday at the Deschutes County…
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Persistent pattern of precipitation through Thursday
(KTVZ, Bend Ore.) Each of the next few days we can expect to see an afternoon shower or thunderstorm. An area of low pressure located…
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Local Woman Arrested in Alfalfa Puppy Mill Case; 49 Felony Counts of Animal Neglect Filed
ALFALFA, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 62-year-old woman was arrested Friday on 49 felony counts of second-degree animal neglect after Deschutes County…
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NEW BUSINESS: Will Leather Goods coming to Bend’s Old Mill District
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Old Mill District has announced a new retail business will be opening before the holiday season…
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Oregon Department of Forestry says thousands of fires have sparked statewide so far this year
OREGON (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry shared an update on the state’s active wildland fires. Right now, two active large fires are…
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Cool and rainy pattern continues with the chance for isolated storms
Bend, OR (KTVZ) -An upper level low is bringing cool and wet weather this week. Today, look for highs to only top out in the upper 60s and low 70s.…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Tuesday, September 9th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Tuesday, September 9th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Mt. Bachelor announces lift upgrades, new passholder perks as it gears up for 2025-26 season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Snow sport enthusiasts–Mt. Bachelor has some exciting news! While winter may seem far away, the resort is gearing up for…
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Officials warn of high fire risk in Central Oregon despite recent rainfall
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fire risk remains high in Central Oregon despite recent rainfall. According to Central Oregon Fire Info, recent weather systems…
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Oregon Congressman Cliff Bentz hosts telephone town hall
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tonight Republican Representative Cliff Bentz held his first town hall since announcing last week that he will no longer be…
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17th Annual Redmond Kiwanis R’Oktoberfest scheduled for Sep. 13th
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Redmond Kiwanis are hosting annual R’oktoberfest in Redmond at Wild Ride brewing this Saturday, September 13th. Below are the…
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Bend Fire & Rescue warns local businesses of scammers posing as fire officials
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire & Rescue is warning the community about a scam where people are posing as Bend Fire Department officials, in…
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Samson Garner, accused of planning mass shooting, takes the stand in his own defense
Monday in Bend at the Deschutes County Courthouse, Samson Garner took the stand in his own defense. Garner is accused of planning a mass shooting at…
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Local Alert Day: Storms develop this afternoon, brief rounds of heavy rain
(KTVZ, Bend Ore.) A Local Alert Day has been issued for today as showers and storms are expected to develop in the afternoon. These…
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Livable Future Forum brings focus to Central Oregon’s growing challenges
BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ)Central Oregon LandWatch sat down with local media Friday to discuss the upcoming Livable Future Forum, a series of events…
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COCC sees enrollment growth ahead of Fall semester
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College is seeing a 5.8% increase in enrollment, totaling approximately 4,167…
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Eastern Cascades Model Railroad Club hosts 28th annual open house event, celebrates large turnout
The East Cascade Model Railroad Club had their annual open house event on Saturday and Sunday. The club opens once a year to the public for a chance…
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Problem Solvers: ‘You can save lives with software’: Bend Police using new technology to livestream 911 calls
In emergencies, every second counts. From the moment a 911 call comes in to when officers arrive on scene, first responders are in a race against…
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Welcoming Week kicks off this week, special performances planned
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Art Sprouts, Inc., in partnership with the City of Bend, is gearing up for ‘Threads of Belonging: Brothers Ivan’ happening…
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