Drying out today with plenty of sunshine
Today will be a mild day with highs in low 60s. Normal for this time of year is around 70 so we are getting close to that number as we only hit 59 on…
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First Pitch Forecast: Saturday evening game against the Drifters
The Bend Elks play the Springfield Drifters Saturday evening. First pitch is at 6:35 with mostly clear skies and temps in the upper 50s in the first…
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Pay It Forward: Crook County Search & Rescue
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County Search and Rescue recently received a $500 donation through the “Pay It Forward” program. The funds will…
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Pet Pals: Truffles hopes to be your missing ingredient
This week on Pet Pals we had the pleasure of welcoming Truffles, an adorable rabbit who is looking to be your missing ingredient. Lynne from the…
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Two Sisters High School students face backlash over alleged racist TikTok video
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two students at Sisters High School are facing criticism online after a TikTok video allegedly showed them singing lyrics…
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Strong Winds Cause Damage in La Pine
LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Strong winds damaged structures and knocked trees over in La Pine on Wednesday and Thursday. A Severe Lightning Watch has…
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WATCH: Bend Senior High School completes new main parking lot
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Senior High School has completed its new main parking lot, marking the close of phase one of its redesign project. Phase…
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There’s Good News: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office honors heroes at first annual awards
BEND, Ore. — The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office held its first annual awards ceremony Thursday evening at Caldera High School in Bend. The…
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Sierra Stigall Pleads Not Guilty to Charges, Including Rape, Sexual Abuse and Sodomy
Former La Pine volleyball coach Sierra Stigall faces dozens of sex crime charges involving two alleged underage victims, and new questions have…
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Strong Storms Move Through Central Oregon
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend is now included in a Severe Thunderstorm Warning that remains in effect through 5:30 p.m. for parts of Crook,…
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Downtown Bend to host Hixon Mortgage Summer Festival in May 2026
BEND, Ore (KTVZ) – The Hixon Mortgage Bend Summer Festival will return to downtown Bend, Ore., from Friday, May 29, through Sunday, May 31, 2026.…
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Cool and dreary Friday ahead of a dry and mild weekend
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The severe weather and Local Alert Weather Day are now behind us. But some moisture still remains today. Here is a map of the…
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Thunder and Spurs to Battle in Decisive Game 7 for NBA Finals Ticket on NBC (KTVZ)
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs will play in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals this Saturday, May 30, with…
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Furry Friends: Bogart is playful and full of life!
This week’s Furry Friend is Bogart! He’s a 2 year old pup with a goofy, playful personality and plenty of excitement for life. He is ready to give…
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First Pitch Forecast: Drying out Friday, cooler temps for the season opener!
Happy Opening Day for the Bend Elks! The Elks take on the Springfield Drifters tonight to kick off the season. Temperatures will stay in the 50s for…
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New bus routes and extended hours coming to Redmond, Bend, and Madras in 2026
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Cascades East Transit (CET) will implement service updates across Redmond, Bend and Madras beginning Monday, June 15, 2026. The…
Continue Reading Cooler Friday with early rain, drying out for the weekend ahead
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The severe weather threat is over, but a few light showers are still possible today. Rain will move from west to east through the…
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Save the Date: Friday Night Roller Dancing in Bend and more events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from Friday Night Roller Dancing at…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, May 29th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, May 29th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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Meteorologist John Carroll speaks to the Redmond Rotary Club about the weather
John Carroll was a featured speaker at the Redmond Rotary Club discussing his background as a meteorologist. He walked the Rotarians through putting…
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