“Tons of people”: Downtown Bend sees holiday rush despite delayed ski season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Holiday decorations line the streets of downtown Bend as shoppers move in and out of stores during the final days of the season.…
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Construction to community corridor: Franklin Avenue in midtown Bend reopens with new safety improvements
Traffic is flowing again along Franklin Avenue in midtown Bend after months of construction — and it’s sporting a new look. The upgrades are part of…
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‘Skiers and riders are in for a treat’: Mt. Bachelor ‘elated’ by lots of long-awaited snow due this week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After a late start to winter and weeks of tantalizing and teasing storms that brought some, but not a lot of snow to the slopes…
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Bend Police nab suspect driving stolen Jetta
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend police arrested a 35-year-old local man Monday afternoon after stopping a reported stolen vehicle near Terranaut Brewing on…
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Bend man killed, another seriously injured in Highway 31 pickup rollover crash
One Bend man was killed and another seriously injured in the rollover crash of a pickup truck Sunday morning on state Highway 31 south of La Pine,…
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Ida’s Bakery Greenwood location closing in Bend, other locations remain open
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A popular Bend bakery, Ida’s Bakery & Cafe, is closing its west side shop this weekend, citing an unexpected family emergency…
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Bend man arrested for menacing with replica gun at apartment party
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend man was arrested late Sunday night after allegedly entering an apartment armed with a replica handgun and threatening…
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Bend’s low Brosterhous Road railroad bridge claims another victim when semi slams into it, gets stuck
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend’s low railroad bridge near Murphy Road claimed another victim Monday afternoon, when an enclosed semi-truck struck…
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Driver arrested in DUII hit-and run crash that knocked out phone service to Bend-La Pine Schools for days
A weekend crash into a utility box and brick wall in downtown Bend led to a driver’s arrest and also took down Bend-La Pine Schools’ external phone…
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Portland driver flees deputies, crashes in Bend amid overdose chaos
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 21-year-old Portland man faces multiple charges after a Sunday morning chase ended in a crash and suspected overdose. At 7:36…
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Finding balance: Central Oregonians share their New Year resolutions
When the calendar turns to a new year, many people take time to refocus on what matters most — from finances and fitness to family and personal…
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Bend Police crack down on drunk driving during Christmas and New Year’s
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, Bend Police arrested at least 12 people for driving under the influence of drugs or…
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Cascades East Transit will roll out new fares, technology, and community programs in February
Since 2020, Cascades East Transit (CET) has operated free of charge, helping Central Oregonians reach work, school, and essential services during and…
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‘Hold on to her’: Unsettling encounters in SE Bend raise alarms and awareness about human trafficking
Multiple Bend mothers say routine trips to Southeast Bend shopping centers have recently taken a disturbing turn, after an unknown man approached…
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$75K stovetop fire displaces Bend family and their pets from duplex
Bend Fire and Rescue says smoke alarms prevented the home from becoming a total loss. BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Bend family and their pets were…
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Hayden Homes Amphitheater diverts more than 93% of waste from landfills in 2025 season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Hayden Homes Amphitheater has been recognized by Live Nation as the top outdoor venue in the United States for…
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Parking closures expected as Shevlin Park begins 62-acre pile burning project
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A 62-acre pile burning project will begin in the northern area of Shevlin Park on Monday, Jan. 5. The parking area along…
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Mt. Bachelor to open Alpenglow today, conditions permitting
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor announced it plans to start spinning Alpenglow today, December 29th. Here’s a look at the resort’s snow stake from…
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THUMP X BACKPORCH: Two big Central Oregon coffee names announce merger
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Thump Coffee and Backporch Coffee Roasters will soon join forces. The companies announced they will merge in 2026. Thump says…
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Happy Trails Horse Rescue earns global recognition
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) –Happy Trails Horse Rescue in Bend has earned global recognition for its work helping horses in need.The Global Federation of…
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