Bend kindergarteners learn to ride through new ‘All Kids Bike’ program
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Brand new bikes were unveiled at R.E. Jewell Elementary in southeast Bend Thursday afternoon, kicking off a new program for…
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One-way switch: Traffic on Bend’s NE Franklin Avenue will change directions to finish up project
Update: Adding video BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Beginning on Monday, Nov. 3, the one-way traffic on Franklin Avenue between Fourth Street and Eighth Street…
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Felon who allegedly shot at another man on a busy NE Bend street is sentenced on federal gun charge
(Update: Adding video) EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man accused of shooting at another man on a busy northeast Bend street over a year ago was…
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Major disaster response, training drill planned at Redmond Municipal Airport; many agencies to take part
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Municipal Airport and Redmond Fire & Rescue will conduct a full-scale emergency response…
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Problem Solvers: Truck manufacturer with Madras testing office says sales could stall due to Oregon’s emission standards
(Update: Adding video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The manufacturer Daimler Truck, which has a headquarters in Portland and a testing office in Madras, is…
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White House announces IVF drug pricing deal for ‘TrumpRx’ site
By Sarah Owermohle, Meg Tirrell, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump on Thursday announced an agreement to sell common fertility drugs at…
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Fire season coming to a close on millions of acres of state-protected land across Central Oregon
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Fire season ends Friday on more than 2.3 million acres protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry, the agency announced…
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Trump says he will meet with Putin in Budapest to discuss war in Ukraine
By Samantha Waldenberg, CNN (CNN) — US President Donald Trump said Thursday that he would meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in…
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What to know about the indictment of former Trump national security adviser John Bolton
By Hannah Rabinowitz, Katelyn Polantz, Evan Perez, Dan Berman, Kristen Holmes, Kaitlan Collins, CNN (CNN) — John Bolton, President Donald…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office goats now available for adoption
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The goats at the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Rescue Ranch are officially up for adoption, and they’re ready to find…
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Nearly 700 Oregon schools receive more than 14,000 naloxone doses to prevent and respond to opioid overdoses
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon’s schools are better equipped to prevent and respond to opioid overdoses following a collaborative effort last year to…
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Federal judge demands answers from Trump admin on following order to avoid violent encounters with Chicago protesters
By Andy Rose, Bill Kirkos, Josh Campbell, CNN Chicago (CNN) — The sign outside the door said Courtroom 1403. But inside, it felt a lot more…
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Bend City Council approves funding to keep Franklin Avenue Shelter operating through 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Bend City Council took two major steps Wednesday night to ensure continued funding and operations for one of the city’s…
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Deschutes County Commissioners met with Circuit Court Judges to discuss issues on the Bench
(UPDATE: Added full story with quotes from Judge Wells Ashby and video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Commissioners met for their yearly…
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‘It’s not personal, it’s business’: Abrupt closure of longtime Bend spa sparks emotions & frustrations
After the recent and sudden closure of Spa W in Bend, many former customers are voicing their frustration with the business. Without the opportunity…
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Deschutes Children’s Foundation, Mount Bachelor Rotary join forces for community clean-up
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes Children’s Foundation (DCF) teamed up with the Mount Bachelor Rotary Club for a community service day, hosting…
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Oregon high school students invited to create ads promoting workplace heat safety
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — High school students across Oregon are being encouraged to use their creative skills to promote heat illness prevention in the…
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Need a job? Deadlines are approaching fast to apply for ODOT’s winter maintenance positions
Update: Adding video SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Snow fell on many Oregon highways last weekend. Winter is coming, and ODOT is staffing up to be ready. As…
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Redmond City Council meeting to discuss new homeless encampment and wetlands projects
(Update: Added full story and quote from Councilor Cat Zwicker) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond City Council met on Tuesday night. The meeting…
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Community tackles rising concerns over animal welfare in Central OregonÂ
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A passionate group of animal advocates, local leaders, and residents gathered at Silvermoon Brewing Tuesday evening for a…
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