Redmond managed camp back on track after funding uncertainty
REDMOND, Ore. {KTVZ} — After weeks of uncertainty, plans to open a managed camp in Redmond by winter are moving forward following approval from both…
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Deschutes County assessor holds informational meeting about 2025-26 property taxes
(Adding Video and Quotes from Deschutes County Tax Assessor Scot Langton) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Property Tax Statements have been sent out…
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UPDATE: Missing La Pine woman located safe and in good health
(Update: Jezrah Tracy located safe) LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday Jezrah Tracy has been located…
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Comedian Jim Gaffigan is bringing his ‘Everything is Wonderful!’ Tour to Bend next June
NEW YORK (KTVZ) – After a widely successful tour run in 2025, Jim Gaffigan announced on Monday 20 new dates from January through June for…
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Marine Corps Veteran Robert Landers chosen as grand marshal for the 2025 Bend Veterans Day Parade
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The 2025 Bend Veterans Day Parade marks the 24th year of honoring Veterans of all eras on Tuesday,…
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Deschutes County Road Department sets winter closure date for Cascade Lakes Highway, Paulina Lake Road
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Road Department, in partnership with the U. S. Forest Service, said Monday it will close Cascade Lakes…
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SHOTS FIRED: Bend man run over in parking lot of Shilo Inn
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 23 year old Bend resident has been arrested and charged with felony hit and run and unlawful use of a weapon. Early Sunday…
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Burgerville to offer free meals for children affected by interruption in SNAP benefits this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – In response to the interruption in SNAP benefits, from Nov. 3 – Nov. 9, 2025, Burgerville is offering a free Kids Cheeseburger…
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Deschutes Historical Museum to host 42nd-annual Chili Feed and Raffle
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Get ready to feast! The Deschutes Historical Museum is inviting the public to its 42nd-annual Chili Feed and Raffle happening…
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Emergency food bucks help Oregonians access fresh produce amid SNAP delaysÂ
As thousands of Oregonians face delays in receiving their November SNAP benefits due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, the Farmers Market…
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‘Justice for James’: Family of homicide victim speaks out as investigation quietly continues
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…
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Police respond to incident during traffic stop near Safeway in Bend
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…
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Wagging tails steal the show at Old Mill District’s Halloween Pet Costume Contest
BEND, Ore. {KTVZ} — The Old Mill District was buzzing with Halloween excitement Friday evening as pets of all shapes, sizes, and species took center…
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‘We have been slammed’: food banks and pantries react to latest snap benefits issues
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Â Families were supposed to receive their SNAP benefits for the month of November on Saturday. However they have not received it…
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Oregon appeals court overturns Ian Cranston’s manslaughter conviction in Bend shooting death of Barry Washington Jr.
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. KTVZ) — The Oregon Court of Appeals has reversed and remanded the manslaughter conviction of Ian Cranston in the…
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Redmond woman killed, two people injured in crash at intersection of Highways 97 and 370
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Redmond woman was killed and two people suffered minor injuries in a crash at the intersection of…
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City of Redmond wraps up 2-year reconstruction of SW Reservoir Drive; corridor now open to traffic
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
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Prineville church pastor who allegedly shot a neighborhood cat and placed in a church dumpster…
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Shifting Seasons: How a warming climate is throwing honey bees out of sync
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…
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Deschutes County commissioners direct $70,000 to two organizations to combat food insecurity
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners has approved $70,000 in county discretionary funds to support Central Oregon…
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