BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent Steve Cook met with state and federal officials for a situational briefing regarding an incident at Silver Rail Elementary School. The meeting included Gov. Tina Kotek, U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley and U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum, alongside state and local leaders. Officials gathered to
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, the Prineville Chamber of Commerce is bringing back its Prineville Perk event. Community members and local business owners are invited to gather for coffee, conversation, and connections from 8-9 a.m. at the Crook County High School Library. The event will also give attendees a chance to learn more about
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Artists and local youth have come together to create a very special tribute to Rhoam Summer. Rhoam, who was one of the children lost in Silverrail, loved dinosaurs and sharks. And so, the kids at Hearts Unknown Education gathered to create shark- and dinosaur-themed artwork as a tribute to 5-year-old Rhoam
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 46-year-old Bend resident was arrested this afternoon following a four-hour standoff with police at a home in the 900 block of NE Francis Court. Bryan Paul Hill surrendered to law enforcement officers after initially refusing to exit the residence. Bend Police arrived at the home around 11:24 a.m. after receiving
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Congresswoman Janelle Bynum’s office tells KTVZ News, Oregon’s 5th Congressional District Representative is calling on Immigration and Customs Enforcement to stop their non-emergency enforcement operations in Bend and Deschutes County. You can read her statement below: David Venturella Acting Director U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement 500 12th Street SW Washington, DC
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The 2026-27 ice season at The Pavilion in Bend, begins Thursday, Oct. 22, featuring public skating, hockey leagues and curling programs. The season is scheduled to run through early April, weather permitting. The venue will be open seven days a week from pre-dawn to late night. A new amenity this year
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Update: Forward progress has been stopped, according to Watch Duty BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters are responding to a 1 acre brush fire moving uphill towards structures, according to Watch Duty. Per Incident Command, the fire is being called the Quail Fire.The fire is located on the Deschutes County / Jefferson County line near Terrebonne.This
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students across Bend-La Pine Schools returned to classrooms following last week’s deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary, as families and educators work to navigate grief, fear, and questions about what comes next. For many students, returning to school means reconnecting with friends and teachers and finding comfort in familiar routines. But
Continue Reading BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend Police Department is continuing its investigation into last Thursday’s shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School as students returned to classrooms Wednesday morning. Dozens of officers were stationed at public schools across the city to welcome returning students and staff. As part of the response, police are collaborating with Bend-La
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I’d like to share my memories of what happened at Silver Rail Elementary because I want to make sure the events of that day and my actions in particular are reported accurately. Here is what I remember: Once I realized something was happening outside, I ran to see what was going on. I then saw
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Authorities responded to a vehicle-pedestrian collision on McKay Creek Road on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, after a motorist reported a man lying in a field. The caller notified Crook County 911 at approximately 5:06 a.m. and stated they did not believe the man was breathing. Deputies from the Crook County Sheriff’s
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and KTVZ spoke with local health care professionals about what you need to know about the disease and the preventative measures available. Annual screening mammograms starting at age 40 are recommended for detecting breast cancer early, when the disease is most treatable. Health experts at
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Family and friends of Saylor Graham-Poarch has called for supporters to send encouraging messages to Saylor and her family. Kindly requesting that all correspondence be kept to five-by-nine inch dimensions and sent directly to their P.O. Box. The address is: P.O. Box 82, Bend, OR, 97709. This is according to one
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — Students in the Bend-La Pine School District are returning to classrooms for the first time since a shooting occurred last Thursday at Silver Rail Elementary School. District officials stated that the goal is to conduct a typical school day while offering support for any individual needing a moment to step aside
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum has visited the Silver Rail community multiple times in the week following the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School, working to connect educators, parents and families in Central Oregon with mental health services and recovery resources.Bynum’s congressional office is coordinating support through its official website, bynum.house.gov, which
Continue Reading Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert has shared his message to the community following the Silver Rail Shooting. You can read his message below. To our community,In the days since the Silver Rail Elementary tragedy, we have all been carrying grief that is difficult to put into words. Like so many of you, I have felt
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County community will be celebrating homecoming this week and weekend, with the homecoming football game schedule for Saturday at 7:00 pm.Below is a list of activities for students to attend as well as members of the community:
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Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Little Gym of Bend is hosting a free open play day, giving local children a chance to stay active and play. The gym is also serving as one of several local donation sites for the Central Oregon Therapeutic Toy Drive, which supports children affected by a recent tragedy. Owner Katie
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Following days of love and support from the community, the memorial outside of Silver Rail Elementary School will be relocated and preserved.Here is what the district posted on their website:The outpouring of love and support for our Silver Rail Elementary community has been deeply moving. The flowers, heartfelt messages, chalk art,
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BEND, Ore. — In challenging times, kindness can make a difference. Central Oregon media outlets are coming together to help the community heal, support one another and remind residents of the strength found in unity. Multiple media outlets including KTVZ, Central Oregon Daily and The Source, have joined forces to launch the Kindness Matters campaign,
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