Janelle Bynum and lawmakers from CA & OR introduce new wildfire legislation
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ)– Oregon Congresswoman Janelle Bynum, along with other lawmakers from California and Oregon, aimed at giving wildfire victims…
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KTVZ Anchors Reflect on Covering 9/11 in Real Time
BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ) The September 11th attacks forever changed America — and for two KTVZ broadcasters, the memories of that morning remain…
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Problem Solvers: Longstanding Bend homeless camp highlights clash between addiction, enforcement, and compassion
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A long-standing homeless camp at Second Street and DeKalb Avenue continues to spark frustration among…
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Semi-truck driver cited after taking a right turn and hitting a woman on her e-bike
The woman was taken to St.Charles with minor injuries. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Police say a woman riding her bike on Greenwood Avenue suffered…
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Manhunt underway after conservative activist Charlie Kirk shot dead on Utah campus
The shooter who killed prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk remains at large, after what police called a “targeted attack” on a Utah…
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Multi-generational Oregon family business opens in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A multi-generational family business has made its way to Bend. The Portland-based luxury home appliance company, Basco…
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Bat found in Deschutes County tests positive for rabies
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Public Health urges residents to take necessary precautions to protect their families and pets after a cat…
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Samson Garner found guilty on all counts mere hours after closing arguments concluded in trial for attempted mass shooting at Smith Rock
On late Thursday afternoon at the Deschutes County Courthouse, the jury announced they had reached a unanimous verdict in the trial of Samson Garner…
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Protesters rally after Prineville pastor accused of shooting cat, owner says pet survived
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A Prineville pastor is facing community backlash after allegations surfaced that he shot a neighborhood cat and placed it…
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Bend’s Veo bike-share program off to strong start, though challenges persist
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend officials say the city’s Veo bike-share program had a strong summer overall. Since its launch,…
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Central Oregon man recalls 9/11 experience, serving in the National Guard
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — When it comes to remembering September 11th, many of us weren’t there on that fateful day, but our lives…
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Ask the Mayor: Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler discusses bus stop renovations, west-side low income housing, ADU’s impact on parking, and more
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ). — From bus stop renovations, to west-side low income housing, to ADU impacts on street parking, to parking regulations, and to…
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‘Heartwarmers’ joined by First Interstate Bank volunteers for a day of gift-making
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Every September 10th, First Interstate Bank has a “volunteer day”, where bank staff are given time off to help out local…
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Downtown Redmond’s Carnaval Mexican Grill announces closure after 6 years in business
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A popular Mexican food restaurant in downtown Redmond announced it will be closing its doors. Carnaval Mexican Grill shared…
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World Suicide Prevention Day: NAMI Central Oregon offers hope and support
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Mental illness in the United States has been steadily increasing in recent years. According to the National Institute of Mental…
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City of Sisters at the forefront of ODOT Funding Bill
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As the Oregon House and Senate discuss and debate the ODOT funding bill in the special session, the sisters maintenance site has…
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Final day of testimony concludes in Samson Garner trial before closing arguments begin
The trial of Samson Garner neared its end on Wednesday as final witnesses were called. Garner is the man accused of planning a mass shooting at…
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NFL and College Football games airing this week on the networks of KTVZ
09/12 – College Football – FOX (KFXO-TV) 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. – Kansas State @ Arizona 09/13 – College Football – The CW (NTVZ-TV)1:00 p.m. – 1:30…
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Bend’s Education Center marks 100 years with centennial celebration
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Education Center is celebrating 100 years, and the community is invited to join the festivities. “It…
Continue Reading Where to watch the Oregon State vs. Oregon football game on September 20
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fans eager to watch the Oregon State vs. Oregon football game on September 20 will need to tune in to the Big Ten Network at…
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