Bend-LaPine School Board met to discuss goals for the school district
(UPDATE: adding quotes from Dr. Steve Cook, adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend-LaPine Schools Board met on Tuesday for a work session to…
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Bend Police were wowed by the turnout at this year’s prescription drug take back event
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department has one word for it: “Wow!” Last Saturday, Bend Police and St. Charles hosted a prescription drug…
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There’s furry fun for all at the annual Howl-o-ween Pet Costume Contest in Bend’s Old Mill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Humane Society of Central Oregon is inviting companion animals to enjoy the ghastly delights of Halloween at a special…
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Log truck and semi collide, close Highway 20 east of Bend; here’s what authorities say happened
(Update: Adding video, more details) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A crash involving a semi-truck and a loaded log truck caused no serious injuries but closed…
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Less pain at the pump: Oregon’s latest gas price drop is among the nation’s biggest, AAA says
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon average for a gallon of regular gas is back below $4 a gallon for the first time since early September, when the…
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‘She had a calling’: Thousands honor Bend native, California Police Officer Lauren Craven, killed in the line of duty
A funeral procession and heartfelt services were held Tuesday morning for Lauren Craven, a young La Mesa Police Department officer who was fatally…
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Bend finishes 67 miles of street improvements as it prepares for winter storm season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend has completed its 2025 Street Preservation Program after improving 67 lane miles of the city’s roughly 930…
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Bend Police release new details about victim of 30-foot fall from cliff at Sawyer Park
Bend Police on Tuesday had some new information to share about a man who was seriously injured in a 30-foot fall from from a cliff at Sawyer…
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Here’s what’s happening at the Old Mill for Halloween
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Old Mill District is transforming into a Halloween wonderland this Friday, October 31, from 4 to 7…
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend has completed its 2025 Street Preservation Program after improving 67 lane miles of the city’s roughly 930…
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Sunriver Brewing Co. to permanently close Galveston Avenue location in Bend in November
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Sunriver Brewing Co. has announced the final day for its Galveston Avenue pub in Bend. On November 1st, the last customers will…
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Central Oregon volunteers battle to protect fish amid reservoir refill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A major rescue effort took place on the Upper Deschutes River this month, as dozens of volunteers worked to save stranded fish…
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Downtown Bend intersection to fully close through Wednesday for final sewer work
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The intersection of Olney Avenue and Wall Street is scheduled for a final three-day closure through Wednesday to complete the…
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Boys & Girls Club of Bend announces new CEO, Michael Baker
(Update: video added) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Boys & Girls Club of Bend announced Monday it has a new CEO, Michael Baker, who will be stepping…
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Deschutes County Search and Rescue assists injured snowboarder at Mt. Bachelor
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 29-year-old snowboarder was rescued Sunday afternoon after being injured on the Cinder Cone at Mt.…
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Elmer’s restaurant nears opening in Bend with fresh look and local Buzz
BEND, Ore. {KTVZ} — A beloved Pacific Northwest favorite is making its way to Bend. Signs are officially up at the new Elmer’s location on NE 3rd…
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Bend community dedicates memorial honoring Barry Washington Jr.
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nearly four years after the death of Barry Washington Jr., dozens gathered in downtown Bend this weekend to celebrate his life…
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Bend Fire and Rescue reports storage facility fire early Friday morning
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to Bend Fire and Rescue, a 911 call shortly before 4 a.m. Friday morning led responders to a storage facility on…
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Four years after his death, Bend community set to dedicate downtown memorial for Barry Washington Jr.
BEND, Ore. — A memorial dedication ceremony will take place Saturday in downtown Bend to honor Barry Washington Jr., the young man who was shot and…
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Popular downtown Bend restaurant The Lemon Tree up for sale
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A longtime favorite for breakfast and lunch in downtown Bend is up for sale. The Lemon Tree, located on…
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