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Bend News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Bend Oregon News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Bend and Central Oregon. From local government and outdoor recreation updates to tourism, business growth, housing, public safety, and community events across Deschutes County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each weekday. Whether you're a longtime local, a newcomer drawn to the high desert lifestyle, or someone connected to Central Oregon’s fast-growing communities, Bend…
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Hearn Case Dismissed With Prejudice | Bend News
David Hearn’s legal team wins a major victory as the feds admit the Lincoln Memorial damage was caused by a contractor, not Hearn — and the court is now…
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Ukraine’s Sky Under Siege | Bend News
Kyiv endured a devastating overnight barrage as Russia unleashed 115 drones and 28 missiles—none intercepted—killing at least 17 civilians. Strikes hit…
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Texas Law Firm Takes On Kids' Immigration Cases | Bend News
The feds are awarding a $150 million contract to a Texas law firm with zero immigration experience—raising alarms as they’re set to represent thousands of…
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Entertainment News & Live Music Roundup | Bend News
Netflix drops first look at Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story, starring Ella Beatty, premiering September 17. Universal unleashes the Violent Night 2 trailer…
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Small Plane Crash Near Bend | Bend News
Small Plane Crash Near Bend | Bend News
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Derby della Madonnina Pre-Season Showdown | Bend News
The Derby della Madonnina is back—and it’s electric. AC Milan and Inter Milan collide in a high-stakes pre-season showdown that’s already igniting global…
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Man Arrested Near Trump Golf Club | Bend News
A man was arrested at Trump National Golf Club in LA just before President Trump’s visit, caught filming the property and carrying a loaded pistol. Authorities…
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Oregon’s New Loan Program for Affordable Housing | Bend News
Oregon just launched a revamped Permanent Loan Program to turbocharge affordable housing — offering fixed, low-interest loans for rental homes, targeting…
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Tech Giant’s $2B Facility Decision | Bend News
A major tech giant is poised to invest over $2 billion in a massive new facility, sparking a bidding war between states and promising thousands of jobs—set to…
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Bend’s Housing Crisis and Bond Vote | Bend News
Bend’s city council is racing to meet ambitious state housing goals by exploring bold new policies — including tax breaks for affordable housing and a…
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Bend’s Water Stays Safe Amid Cyber Threats | Bend News
Cyberattacks hit water systems across nine states, including Oregon, with Iran’s involvement unconfirmed but patterns matching past attributed strikes—yet no…
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Viola Davis Returns with Thriller Ascent | Bend News
Viola Davis, EGOT champ and Emmy winner from How to Get Away with Murder, is back on the small screen in her new thriller series Ascent for Paramount Plus —…
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Equipping Kids for School Success | Bend News
A massive grassroots effort is underway to ensure every child starts school with the basics—backpacks, notebooks, pens—no matter their family’s finances…
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Janet Montoya Faces Theft Charges | Bend News
A woman in Terrebonne, Oregon, is facing serious charges after allegedly orchestrating a $100K theft from her own home—authorities believe it was a…
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Missing Senior in Terrebonne Needs Help | Bend News
An 88-year-old woman with dementia vanished from her Terrebonne, Oregon home Monday evening—last seen heading toward Davidson Way in a maroon vest, blue shirt…
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Miller Faces Abuse Allegations Amid Political Pressure | Bend News
Congressman Max Miller’s re-election bid in Ohio is under fire after explosive allegations from his ex-wife Emily Moreno, who claims he abused her and injured…
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Library Party & Repair Café Events | Bend News
Bend’s Central Library is throwing a wild two-day grand opening bash starting Saturday, August 15th, packed with Indigenous speakers, circus acts, llamas, face…
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Oregon's Election Integrity Debate | Bend News
In Terrebonne, Oregon, election fraud crusader Douglas Frank stirred controversy with a fiery presentation claiming state elections are hijacked by “communist”…
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Bowen Yang Debuting as Mary Todd Lincoln | Bend News
Bowen Yang is officially stepping onto Broadway—yes, you heard that right—as Mary Todd Lincoln in the hilarious and timely play Oh, Mary! Opening September 15…
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ICE’s July Surge Shocks Experts | Bend News
ICE pulled off its largest single-month arrest operation ever in July, nabbing over 51,000 people — a record-breaking surge that’s part of a nationwide…
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Godzilla Minus Zero Premieres in NYC | Bend News
Godzilla’s next rampage is here — Godzilla Minus Zero drops with a world premiere at the New York Film Festival on September 26, setting the stage for a…
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Netflix Adapts Carley Fortune’s Romance | Bend News
Netflix is bringing Carley Fortune’s beloved romance novel This Summer Will Be Different to life with a 10-episode series, starring Sophie Nélisse as Lucy…
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Oregon Wildfires Surge Amid New Threats | Bend News
Oregon’s wildfire season is exploding this year, with over two million acres already scorched and August hitting its peak—new fires erupting, forcing…
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TPS Check-Ins and Public Health Alerts | Bend News
Homeland Security is ramping up enforcement in Ohio, requiring Haitian immigrants with Temporary Protected Status to attend in-person check-ins—and some are…
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Blanche Confirmed Amid Outbreaks and Tragedies | Bend News
The Senate Judiciary Committee just voted to advance Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department — a major step toward confirmation. Meanwhile, a deadly…
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Central Oregon’s Firefighting Revolution | Bend News
Central Oregon’s wildfire response has transformed thanks to a unified dispatch center that’s already extinguished over 100 fires this year by mobilizing…
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New Faces, Wild Horror, and Live Events | Bend News
New faces are lighting up the screen as HBO’s Task amps up for season two with Tim Blake Nelson, Jharrel Jerome, Mark Ruffalo, and Mahershala Ali—all under…
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Baseball Blast from the Weekend | Bend News
Baseball’s been exploding with fireworks this week—teams are hitting, scoring, and dominating in every inning. The Phillies crushed the Nationals 6-3 and shut…
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Wildfire Smoke Safety for Animals and People | Bend News
Oregon’s wildfire season is bringing thick smoke—and with it, serious risks for both animals and humans. State agencies are teaming up to give farmers and fair…
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Franklin Ave Road Work Update | Bend News
Franklin Avenue is getting a major upgrade—starting Monday, August 3rd, it becomes one-way eastbound between NE Second and NE Third Streets, forcing westbound…
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U.S. 97 Safety Upgrades Coming | Bend News
Major safety upgrades are underway on U.S. 97 between Galloway and O’Neil Highway, targeting deadly head-on crashes with new concrete islands, median barriers…
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Oregon Leads in Early Breastfeeding | Bend News
Oregon’s leading the nation in getting newborns their first breast milk—nearly 94% of babies receive it before leaving the hospital, way above the national…
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Scavenger Hunt on the High Desert Food Trail | Bend News
Get ready to explore Central Oregon’s vibrant food scene in a brand-new, family-friendly scavenger hunt on the High Desert Food Trail—Saturday, September 19th…
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Oregon Wildfires at Breaking Point | Bend News
Oregon’s wildfire season is exploding into record territory, with the Round Butte Fire forcing evacuations and beloved landmarks like the Mount Hood fire…
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Marta Kauffman’s Improv Sitcom DINKS | Bend News
Marta Kauffman, co-creator of Friends, is unleashing a wild new sitcom called DINKS—a first-of-its-kind improvised multi-camera comedy starring real-life…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Claims Two Lives | Bend News
Two deaths linked to a massive cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan have been confirmed, both involving individuals with pre-existing conditions worsened by…
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Blanche Shuts Down Anti-Weaponization Fund | Bend News
Todd Blanche, acting attorney general, has shut down the $2 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund and clarified a Trump tax immunity deal amid pressure from two…
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Spider-Man Breaks Box Office Records | Bend News
Spider-Man: Brand New Day shattered box office records with a jaw-dropping $355 million opening weekend in North America—second only to Avengers: Endgame—and…
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Ariana Grande Takes Well-Earned Break | Bend News
Ariana Grande is stepping back from the spotlight after her “Eternal Sunshine Tour” ends in London, opting for a well-deserved break amid relentless public…
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Fall Fun Registration Starts August 4 | Bend News
Fall fun is just around the corner—registration opens August 4th for Bend Park & Rec’s September through December programs, featuring sports, arts, tech…
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MLB Recap: High Scores, Big Wins | Bend News
Baseball’s been electric this week—Phillies crushed Orioles 8-0, Cardinals blitzed Blue Jays 5-1, White Sox exploded for 9 runs vs. Rays, Reds dominated…
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Yo | Bend News
Yo, buckle up—this episode drops wild insights, jaw-dropping stories, and game-changing advice you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re here for laughs…
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The Play That Goes Wrong Comedy Review | Bend News
Get ready to laugh till your sides hurt—“The Play That Goes Wrong” is a chaotic, uproarious comedy where everything that can go wrong, does. Starring the…
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Marked for Love Joins NeighborImpact | Bend News
Kids and families get safer, stronger support as Marked for Love merges into NeighborImpact’s Supportive Services—keeping all staff, services, and operations…
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Round Butte Fire Rages West of Madras | Bend News
A fast-moving wildfire erupted near Round Butte west of Madras, devouring 1,200 acres of brush and juniper fueled by afternoon winds pushing it east. Fire…
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Trump's Patriot License Flip | Bend News
Trump’s sudden offer to license Ukraine to build Patriot missiles sparked confusion and debate, with Zelenskyy claiming an agreement while Trump later denied…
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Trump Blames Walz for Water Cyberattacks | Bend News
Trump blames Minnesota’s governor for cyberattacks on water systems, calling him “grossly incompetent,” despite U.S. officials hinting at Iran’s possible…
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Fire Bans and River Closures in Central Oregon | Bend News
Central Oregon’s mountains are under a Red Flag Warning from 11 AM to 11 PM on August 1st, with 40 mph winds and 15% humidity—making fires spread fast…
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Two Ransom Notes in One Case | Bend News
Six months after Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Tucson home, authorities are releasing two chilling ransom notes in a desperate bid to identify the writer —…
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Wonder Man Canceled But Yahya Stays Positive | Bend News
Wonder Man’s second season is officially canceled, but Yahya Abdul-Mateen II remains upbeat, crediting fans for their support and teasing a potential Emmy…
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Lake Billy Chinook Fire Alert | Bend News
Boaters on Lake Billy Chinook, Oregon, are being urgently asked to clear the water for firefighting scooper planes battling raging wildfires in Central…
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Malheur County’s Truancy Turnaround | Bend News
In Oregon’s toughest attendance battle, a rural county is turning the tide—Malheur County, once drowning in chronic absenteeism, is now outperforming wealthier…
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Akawa Butte Fire Gains Ground | Bend News
The Akawa Butte fire, now at 26,000 acres and dangerously close to Sisters, Oregon, has become the Pacific Northwest’s top wildfire emergency—fuelled by heat…
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Shelter Beds at Risk in Central Oregon | Bend News
Central Oregon’s homeless shelters are on the brink of a funding collapse, risking hundreds of beds by next year as pandemic relief dries up and state budgets…
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Redmond High Forced to Relocate | Bend News
Redmond High School is forced into temporary classrooms for the entire 2026-27 school year after construction uncovered far more asbestos than…
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Oregon Doubles Climate Goals Through Nature | Bend News
Oregon’s climate commissioners are setting bold new targets to fight climate change by doubling the state’s natural carbon capture capacity—aiming to soak up…
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SNAP EBT Breach: $100M Stolen | Bend News
Over $100 million in SNAP benefits vanished due to a critical flaw in the EBT system, allowing criminals to siphon funds before recipients could access…
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Akawa Butte Fire Forces Massive Evacuations | Bend News
Central Oregon’s wildfire season is escalating fast, with the Akawa Butte Fire triggering the largest home evacuation in 37 years—half of Sisters under Level 1…
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New Pie Eating Champion Crowned | Bend News
At the Deschutes County Fair, an adult pie-eating contest turned into a whirlwind of whipped cream and competitive joy—no hands allowed, speed is king, and…
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Smoke and Stress Survivors Guide | Bend News
When wildfire smoke fills the air in Central Oregon, your body may still be on high alert—even after the danger has passed. Local therapist Dasha Gousseva…