Bend Archives

Mother, son charged with kidnapping after police say they took a teenager to Oregon for an abortion

November 1, 2023 12:58 pm Associated Press

By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press An Idaho woman and her son have been charged with kidnapping after prosecutors say they took the son’s…

City of Bend sets open house, invites public comment on plans to create Climate Friendly Areas

November 1, 2023 11:38 am KTVZ News Partners

The Growth Management Division at the City of Bend said Wednesday it wants to hear from the community about where to locate areas where people can…

Coven of witches hit the Deschutes in Bend with their paddles, not brooms

October 31, 2023 8:03 pm Tyson Beauchemin

About 200 witches made their traditional paddle on the Deschutes River in Bend on Halloween night, a special sight and also a benefit for…

Central Oregon parents speak out against bullying in school

October 31, 2023 7:59 pm Tracee Tuesday

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Since 2006, October has been recognized as National Bullying Prevention Month, a time to consider the effects on children. A…

City of Bend launching new Bend Works app in November, aims to help residents report issues quicker and easier

October 31, 2023 11:58 am KTVZ

The city of Bend is preparing to launch a new phone app called Bend Works that lets residents submit requests for non-emergency services for issues…

Three years after voters’ OK, some Bend GO Bond projects are are nearly done or under way, others still in planning

October 31, 2023 11:43 am Dylan Anderman

Friday will mark three years since city of Bend voters approved, by a 58-42 percent margin, a $190 million general obligation transportation bond for…

Bend ranks 50th in a new list of America’s fastest-growing cities over the past five years

October 31, 2023 10:46 am Barney Lerten

A decade or two (or three) ago, the Bend area’s attractions often placed it in the top 10 or 20 of various national rankings, including the…

Bend, Deschutes County first responders compete in ‘Battle of the Badges’ Blood Drive

October 30, 2023 8:38 pm Tyson Beauchemin

Monday was the annual “Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive. Traditionally, the Bend Police and Fire departments compete to see who can donate the most…

Active, well-known Bend centenarian Honey Canney passes away, three months shy of her 108th birthday

October 30, 2023 2:01 pm KTVZ News Partners

A celebration of life memorial service is planned this Saturday for Honey Canney, a long-time Bend resident who died peacefully, with family by her…

Humane Society of Central Oregon offers some pet safety tips for a fun-for-all ‘Howl-o-ween’

October 30, 2023 11:40 am KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -– Humans love to celebrate Halloween with costumes, candy and parties. These may be fun for us, but can be confusing,…

‘Howl-o-ween’ Pet Costume Contest returns to Bend’s Old Mill

October 27, 2023 11:52 pm KTVZ News Partners

Bend, OR (KTVZ) – The Humane Society of Central Oregon is inviting companion animals to enjoy the ghastly delights of Halloween. Unleash your…

Longtime defense attorney Terry Rahmsdorff — beloved Bend Santa to generations — passes away

October 27, 2023 10:47 pm Barney Lerten

Longtime Bend defense attorney Terry Rahmsdorff, best known to many generations for his role as Santa in the city’s annual Christmas Parade and at…

City of Bend road and traffic report: Week of Oct. 30-Nov. 5

October 27, 2023 9:56 pm KTVZ News Partners

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here is the city of Bend’s road and traffic report for the week of October 30 to November 5. NE Eagle Road between NE Butler…

KIDS Center set to launch Gift Card Drive, to help speed healing for children, families in need

October 18, 2023 9:50 pm KTVZ News Partners

This November 1 through December 30, Central Oregonians can donate gift cards and cash towards KIDS Center’s annual Gift Card Drive. The drive…

Think Wild has helped 30 injured great horned owls this year, the Bend nonprofit’s most common patient

October 27, 2023 11:59 am KTVZ

Bend nonprofit Think Wild reports a pattern in its wildlife patients, with dozens of the same types of birds needing care. The organization’s mission…