OSP seeks tips, offers reward after Tygh Valley pond contaminated with spray foam
WASCO COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon State Police Fish and Wildlife Division is asking for the public’s help in identifying the individual or…
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Deschutes County commissioners urge families to learn more about the risks of youth cannabis use
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County commissioners recently received a report on cannabis use by young people and are urging parents and caregivers…
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La Pine drivers alert: Huntington Road to close for two weeks for South Century Drive roundabout work
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Deschutes County Road Department will close a section of Huntington Road near the Three Rivers community for two weeks,…
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Low snow shuts down Mt. Bachelor early, alters iconic event, impacts local businesses
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After one of its latest opening days ever on Dec. 23, Mount Bachelor has announced it will close for the season on April 19, the…
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Problem Solvers: Off-leash dogs in Bend parks and on trails is creating frustrated residents; safety risk
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In Bend, dogs are part of the culture, often spotted on trails, at breweries, and in nearly every park. But those encounters…
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March meltdown: Historic low snowpack hits Central Oregon and the West, raising water supply concerns
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon is facing a historic snowpack collapse this spring, as record-low snow water equivalent (SWE) levels across the…
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Mt. Bachelor announces closing date, plans high-energy RendezVan sendoff
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mt. Bachelor will officially close for the 2025/26 winter season on Sunday, April 19, coinciding with the return of RendezVan, a…
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Sisters City Council discusses waste rate hikes, Moves Northwest Park plan forward
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters City Council held a town hall meeting Wednesday night, focusing on several proposals that could directly impact…
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Hope and healing: New St. Charles Cancer Center opening in Redmond this month
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members are invited to a special ribbon-cutting celebration for the opening of the new St. Charles Cancer Center…
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Murder or self-defense? A jury will now decide, as Caleb Cegers goes on trial in 2023 downtown Bend shooting
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A prosecutor and defense attorney painted sharply differing views Wednesday of the events that led a 20-year-old Bend…
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Grand opening of new Redmond Tractor Supply store features free treats and adoptable dogs
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Tractor Supply Company will celebrate the grand opening of its new Redmond location with a family-friendly event this…
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ClearPath Healthcare hosts 2nd annual ‘Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day’ event in Redmond
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — ClearPath Healthcare will host its second annual Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day event on Saturday, April 11, at the VFW…
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Looking for a classroom career? Central Oregon schools hiring at upcoming job fair
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Teachers and education professionals looking for new opportunities across Central Oregon will have the chance to connect…
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More than $52 million headed to Central and Eastern Oregon for infrastructure upgrades
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — More than $52 million in new funding is coming to Central and Eastern Oregon for major infrastructure projects. The investment…
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Bend’s ‘Parkside Place’ aims to bring more affordable housing to Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) A new housing development aimed at improving affordability in Central Oregon is now underway. Hayden Homes held a ribbon-cutting…
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Bend town hall reflects broader divide over managing Oregon’s forests
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A crowd of community members, environmental advocates, and local leaders filled the atrium at Oregon State…
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UPDATE: ODHS locates missing juvenile, thanks community for support
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The missing juvenile, Marcus Carmicle, was located on Tuesday, April 7th, Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) announced.…
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Bend brewery highlights sustainable hops and natural growing practices
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — At Worthy Brewing in Bend, sustainability is showing up in both the brewery’s hops and the produce grown for its menu. The…
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Here’s the scoop: Ben & Jerry’s partners with Boys & Girls Clubs of Bend for Free Cone Day celebration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — On Tuesday, April 14th, Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration, serving up free scoops of ice…
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Foes of Bend’s planned natural gas appliance fee send out mailing, urge residents to oppose move
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A brochure now landing in Bend mailboxes strongly urges residents to speak out against the city’s plans to impose a…
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