BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- ODOT has alerted KTVZ News that U.S. 26 between Mt. Hood and Warm Springs is closed due to a crash near Fog Lake. ODOT: Central Ore.: U.S. 26 is closed between Mt. Hood and Warm Springs due to a crash near Frog Lake at mile post 62. Eastbound traffic use OR 35

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Leaders from Oregon's Democratic and Republican parties offered contrasting views following an hour-long gubernatorial debate held in the KTVZ studio between Governor Tina Kotek and Republican challenger Christine Drazan. Democratic Party of Oregon Chair Nathan Soltz and Oregon Republican Party Chairwoman Connie Whelchel both stated that the broadcast highlighted a clear

TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Happening next, a drive-through vaccine clinic is taking place in Terrebonne. Jefferson County Public Health will offer flu, high-dose flu and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines Thursday, October 22nd. The clinic will run from 3-6 p.m. at the Crooked River Ranch Fire Hall on SW Shad Road in Terrebonne. Bring your insurance card, but

DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office responded to nearly 6,000 dispatched calls for service in September, according to its latest monthly activity report. The agency recorded 5,970 calls for service, along with 843 traffic stops and 24 motor vehicle crashes. Deputies made 21 arrests for driving under the influence of intoxicants

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Fall migration is bringing a warning from Think Wild: Birds are hitting windows across Central Oregon. The nonprofit wildlife hospital has treated 99 window-strike patients from 38 native bird species so far this year. But these collisions can be prevented. Think Wild recommends applying closely spaced decals, dots or lines to

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality will host a community meeting on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, to gather public input on allocating just over $1 million in federal groundwater funding. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at the Crook County Library in Prineville, Ore. Federal lawmakers secured the Community Initiated

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Heads up, college football fans! KTVZ has tons of football coverage planned for this Saturday. On Saturday, Oregon State faces off against Washington State for a sold-out game at Reser Stadium in Corvallis. Kickoff is at 3 p.m. KTVZ Sports Director Dylan Anderman and KTVZ Evening Anchor Kelsey Merison will be

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Here's a chance to play Bingo and give back to local kids. Wild Ride Brewing in Prineville is hosting Bingo nights to benefit the Shop with a Cop Program! The events are scheduled for tomorrow, October 14th, and November 18th, from 6-8 p.m. Community members are invited to come out, play

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Samudra, an 18-year-old Asian elephant residing at the Oregon Zoo, is scheduled to relocate to the St. Louis Zoo next spring. The transfer is designed to support natural social herd structures and aid international species preservation efforts. Asian elephant Samudra enjoys a swim in the 160,000-gallon pool at Elephant Lands. @Oregon

(KTVZ) -- National Teen Driver Safety Week, observed Oct. 18 to 24, aims to address traffic crashes, which remain a leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, crashes involving a teen driver killed 2,611 people and injured more than 170,000 others in 2023. Inexperience

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Duda's Billiard's Bar has announced it's closing after a decade serving downtown Bend, with it's final day open being October 31st. In an Instagram post, the company stated in part, "What started as a father and son venture became a family business. We had a great 10 years of pool, beer

Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) --- The Crook County School District has launched a new Student Personal Finance & Investing Club for students in Prineville, Ore. The program is funded through a grant and community partnership with Mid Oregon Credit Union. The club is designed to give students in the rural community direct access to local financial

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Fox & Fern Coffee, located on SW Century Drive on the west side of Bend, permanently closed Sunday, October 11th, 2026. The cafe had operated at the location since May 2025. It originally opened in the space previously occupied by Kevista Coffee, which closed after accumulating more than $27,000 in state

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Right now, Oregon emergency officials are testing the state's ability to recover from a major volcanic eruption. The Oregon Department of Emergency Management is holding a statewide exercise this week. running through Friday. The exercise, called "Getting Through Larhar'd Times," brings together state agencies, counties, tribes, and community partners. Participants are

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Today is National Farmer Day, a time to recognize the farmers and agricultural families who help keep Central Oregon running. Crook County is celebrating the hard work of local farmers who help feed our communities, support local businesses, and strengthen the local economy. The county is also thanking agricultural families who

SOUTHERN OREGON (KTVZ) -- Cooler fall weather is here, but fire season isn’t over yet. The Oregon Department of Forestry says open burning, including yard debris, is still prohibited on ODF-protected lands in Jackson and Josephine counties. The current fire danger level is moderate, with an industrial fire precaution level of one. Residents are encouraged

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- It's Indigenous Peoples’ Day, recognizing the cultures, histories and contributions of Native American and tribal communities. Here in Central Oregon, it’s a chance to honor Indigenous students, families and community members, along with generations of people who have cared for the land we call home. The day also encourages people to learn

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Oregon School Activities Association Delegate Assembly voted today to approve girls flag football as an officially sanctioned activity. The decision makes Oregon the 25th state in the nation to sanction girls flag football. The sport will begin its inaugural season as a sanctioned activity in Spring 2027 following two years

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Are you looking for a creative way to spend time with family and friends Happening next, a new paint-your-own pottery business is coming to Bend! CeramiCafe, which started in Clackamas back in 2002, is expanding to Central Oregon. The business made the announcement on social media, saying plans are in the

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- A 32-year-old Warm Springs man was arrested Saturday night after a 44-year-old Redmond man was punched unconscious outside a concert in Bend. Bend Police arrested Hamley Wilson Sam Smith near the Midtown Ballroom on NW Greenwood Avenue on suspicion of third-degree assault, first-degree disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. Bend Fire medics

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- As part of KTVZ News' debate series, The Central Oregon Debates, this week KTVZ News will host the candidates for Oregon's 5th Congressional District. Candidates Patti Adair and Janelle Bynum are scheduled to appear LIVE on Wednesday at 6:00 pm. The forum will be moderated by Lee Anderson. The broadcast panel will

Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) --- Crook County Middle School has completed construction on a new 4,000-square-foot wrestling room built through community fundraising and volunteer efforts. The facility will provide a dedicated practice space for middle school wrestlers in the district. The project was funded and built through contributions from the Crook County Mat Club, local businesses,

Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) --- Bend Fire & Rescue will host an open house this Saturday, Oct. 17, in celebration of Fire Prevention Month. The free event will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the North Fire Station, located at 63377 NE Jamison St. in Bend. The event supports this year's Fire Prevention Month

The Oregon Department of Forestry announced an investment of $10 million today for landscape resiliency projects across Douglas, Grant, Jackson and Josephine counties. The grant funding will target more than 6,400 acres to reduce hazardous fuels, restore fire-adapted ecosystems and protect local communities from catastrophic wildfires. The state investment comes after wildfires have burned more

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Bend-La Pine Schools will host a free Financial Aid Information Night on November 18th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Caldera High School. The event is designed to assist families in navigating options for financing postsecondary education and career training. While the presentation is geared primarily toward high school seniors

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- As part of KTVZ News' debate series, The Central Oregon Debates, this week KTVZ News will host the candidates for Oregon Governor. Candidates Christine Drazan and Tina Kotek are scheduled to appear LIVE on Tuesday at 6:00 pm. The forum will be moderated by Lee Anderson. The broadcast panel will feature Spencer

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Oregon Ducks football fans will have a new way to support mental health awareness at home games this season. Central Oregon's Wild Ride Brewing is bringing Kiefer Magic Peach Hazy IPA to the grab-and-go section of the Moshofsky Center for the team's final three regular season home games of 2026. The

CNN By Christopher Lamb, Antonia Mortensen, CNN (CNN) — Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule that was discovered during recent health checks. The 71-year-old pope made the announcement to those gathered in St. Peter’s Square for the Angelus prayer on Sunday. “It was detected at a very

By: Alexandra Marquez, Megan Shannon and Maggie McCabe President Donald Trump said Saturday that he hasn’t yet made a final decision on whether to livestream the execution of former Army Maj. Nidal Hasan, who in 2009 killed 13 people at Fort Hood in Texas. “There are two thoughts: don’t show it and show it. Cause

LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- KTVZ News has learned a La Pine High School employee has resigned after inadvertently bringing a gun to campus.According to a spokesperson for the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, the employee reported the incident and resigned from their position.KTVZ News has reached out to Bend-La Pine Schools for further comment, at

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Central Oregon Community College will observe Indigenous Peoples' Day on Monday, Oct. 12, with events scheduled across its four campuses in Bend, Redmond, Madras and Prineville. The campus activities include an educational presentation on the origin of the powwow, curated library book displays and a multi-campus paper-chain project. The planned events

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- On Saturday, the League of Women Voters will be hosting a forum at Ridgeview High School with the candidates running for Oregon's 5th Congressional District.The forum, which will be held in the high school's auditorium, features Rep. Janelle Bynum (D) and Patti Adair (R). Doors open at 10:15 am with the

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Oregon State Marine Board will hold a series of town hall meetings across Oregon, including one in Prineville, to hear from recreational boaters and gather public feedback on agency priorities. The informal meetings will give boaters and community members an opportunity to speak with Marine Board staff, learn how boating

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Humane Society of Central Oregon is offering a free six-week pet bereavement support group beginning Oct. 17 in Bend, Ore. The program aims to provide a confidential space for individuals processing the loss of a pet. The peer support group is designed to help participants share their experiences, navigate grief

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Sean O'Gorman, a broker with John L. Scott Central Oregon, presented a $10,000 donation to the Crag Rats search and rescue organization in memory of his late colleague, Matt Aldridge. The presentation took place Sept. 19 at Smith Rock State Park in Terrebonne, Ore. The funds originated from real estate transactions

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- This week’s Pet Pals segment features Walnut, an adorable kitten looking for a loving forever home through the Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO). Walnut and a littermate were found underneath the deck of one of HSCO’s foster homes. Like many young kittens, Walnut was raised with the help of compassionate

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Fred Meyer is holding a pet food drive called “HOWL-O-WEEN” at its retail locations this month to support local animal shelters. Donation drop boxes have been set up near store entrances through the end of October. Donations collected during the drive will remain in the local community. Supplies gathered at the

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Happening next, Redmond city park restrooms and drinking fountains will be closing for the season starting October 12th. City parks crews are preparing for colder fall temperatures by winterizing facilities to prevent freezing and damage. The city says all flush restrooms and drinking fountains will be shut down for the season.

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The City of Redmond has partnered with the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Redmond School District to develop a Safe Routes to School Plan. The initiative aims to improve safety and travel conditions for students and families walking, biking and rolling to school. City officials are inviting community members to

(KTVZ) -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield has filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims against the U.S. Department of Labor over the cancellation of more than $45 million in federal unemployment grants. The legal action, brought by a coalition featuring attorneys general from 12 states and the governors of Kentucky and

JOSEPHINE COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Oregon State Police say a missing 67-year-old Nevada man was found buried on a property in rural Josephine County, where two other men were found dead following a shooting involving detectives. Andrew Forrest Odom, 67, of Incline Village, Nevada, was reported missing to the Medford Police Department on Oct. 1,

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Ridgeview High School teacher Amanda Felton has been named one of 10 finalists nationwide for the 2026 Kleenex Heroes of the Classroom Contest. Public voting opened Thursday to determine the grand prize winner from a field selected from thousands of entries across the country. Now in its third year, the national

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Powder House Ski & Patio in Bend is celebrating its 50th anniversary this weekend. They're kicking things off with a storewide sale this Friday and community events through the weekend.T The anniversary sale follows a weak snow season last year, which left the retailer with an excess inventory of winter gear

By Haley Britzky, CNN (CNN) — US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vowed in an interview this week that the execution of the man who killed 13 people in a mass shooting at Fort Hood in 2009 would be “public.” “We’ll make sure that people are able to watch it, that it’s public, because people need

MEDFORD, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Democratic Governor Tina Kotek and Republican State Senator Christine Drazan faced off Wednesday night in an Oregon Gubernatorial debate. The debate was hosted by our Medford affiliate, KOBI, and Southern Oregon University.  The candidates answered questions on a range of topics, including education, healthcare, and abortion. They were also asked about homelessness, snap

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Old Mill Classic Cruz has donated $10,000 to Warrior Impact of Central Oregon to support local Veterans, first responders and their families. The donation was raised during the 2026 Old Mill Classic Cruz, held May 17 along the Deschutes River in Bend’s Old Mill District. The annual car show brings

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Marquel Heath, a 15-year-old from Warm Springs, has been reported missing, according to the Warm Springs Police Department. She was last seen Tuesday, Oct. 6 at her home. Warm Springs Police is asking anyone who has seen the missing child to call 911 or the Gresham Police Department at 503-618-2318. Anonymous

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Crook County 9-1-1 is inviting community members to learn more about careers in emergency dispatch at a recruitment open house later this month. The event is scheduled for Oct. 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Prineville Police Department. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet dispatch staff, tour the

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) --The Bend-La Pine Education Foundation is awarding $99,400 in classroom enrichment grants to K-12 public schools across the district this fall. The grants are intended to support hands-on, experiential and project-based learning in subjects including STEM, art, music and wellness. Since 1988, the foundation has invested more than $3 million in local

(KTVZ) -- Operation School Bell, a clothing program run by the Assistance League of Bend, has begun holding shopping events at Walmart Supercenters in Bend and Redmond to provide new clothes, shoes and coats to local K-12 students. Students in need select clothing using vouchers distributed by Family Access Network advocates at participating Deschutes County