Harley Coldiron

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Zamp Solar’s Bend manufacturing facility is set to close in early November as part of a companywide consolidation effort aimed at streamlining operations, according to a spokesperson. The Bend closure marks the end of local solar panel production for the company, which has been part of Central Oregon’s manufacturing community since

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The May 2026 Deschutes County Commissioner race is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent memory, with the board expanding from three to five seats following voter approval of Measure 9-173 last year. This election will feature six candidates vying for four available positions. For Position 1,

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Central Oregon food fans have something new to look forward to—Elmer’s Restaurant is opening its newest location in Bend on Monday, November 24. They also plan to hire for multiple positions, including supervisory roles. The Portland-founded chain, known for its pancakes and hearty breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes, is taking over

The Crook County Sheriff's Office told KTVZ News on Tuesday the 20-month-old who died at an unlicensed day care facility last month fell into a small livestock trough.

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- A year-old pilot program to reduce traffic speeds, improve safety, and encourage walking and cycling has sparked sharp division in the city of Bend. The program converted a four-lane roadway into two lanes as part of a "road diet" designed to curb crashes and make the corridor safer for pedestrians and

Owner of suspected Alfalfa-area puppy mill barred from having animals; prosecutors seek forfeiture of 49 rescued dogs

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Dump City Dumplings restaurant on Galveston Avenue in Bend, known for starting as a food cart in downtown Bend, is now renovating to become a pub called The Roundabout Pub. The owners tell KTVZ News they will continue to cook and serve Dump City Dumplings at the bar. Customers can

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Due to a massive influx of seized dogs, including 46 poodles and 33 Toy Australian Shepherds, the Humane Society of Central Oregon said they are currently not accepting new intakes. Currently, the shelter is running at a 200% capacity. The Humane Society noted that the 46 poodles rescued from an Alfalfa

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue and Bend Fire & Rescue are conducting a recovery operation on the Deschutes River at Lava Island Falls southwest of Bend. Around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, kayakers discovered a body at Lava Island Falls after paddling to the island to take photos. The area

SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) - Actor Rainn Wilson, best known for his role as Dwight Schrute on NBC’s The Office, says he and his family were forced to evacuate their Central Oregon home as the Flat Fire burns 2 miles northeast of Sisters. The wildfire spread quickly, forcing Level 3 “Go Now” evacuations. Fire crews managed