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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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Sunshine, Festivals, and Tech in Central Oregon | Bend News
Central Oregon’s weather is heating up with mostly sunny skies and temps hitting the mid-70s—perfect for the bustling holiday weekend ahead. Communities are…
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Bend’s First Indoor Ice Rink Takes Shape | Bend News
Bend is on the verge of its first indoor ice rink, The Forge Community Iceplex, a $40 million project set to feature two professional-sized rinks and transform…
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Deschutes County Property Alert System Live | Bend News
Deschutes County just launched a new property alert system to keep homeowners in the loop on any official changes to their land records—think of it as your…
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Summer Heatwave Here to Stay | Bend News
Summer’s officially here with relentless sunshine, temps soaring into the 80s and even 90s in some areas, and breezy afternoons to boot. No rain in sight means…
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Paid Leave for Alzheimer’s Care in Oregon | Bend News
If you’re in Oregon and caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, there’s a game-changing resource: Paid Leave Oregon lets you take paid time off for…
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Portugal vs Croatia World Cup Clash | Bend News
Portugal vs. Croatia in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 is a high-stakes European showdown set in the U.S., where both teams battle for a spot in the Round of…
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Guard in D.C. Amid Protests and Costs | Bend News
Pete Hegseth’s dramatic dismissal of protesters at a National Guard ceremony in D.C. sparks national debate as the Guard’s one-year domestic deployment nears…
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Cyclospora Outbreak Hits Michigan | Bend News
Michigan’s health officials are warning of a rapidly growing Cyclospora outbreak, now linked to 17 states and causing hospitalizations — a worrying shift from…
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Mortgage Rates Dip as Middle East Tensions Ease | Bend News
Mortgage rates just hit their lowest since May, dropping to 6.43% as U.S.-Iran tensions ease and oil prices fall — reversing earlier spikes tied to Middle East…
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Couple Climbed Empire State Building to Propose | Bend News
Two thrill-seekers, Angelina Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov, scaled the Empire State Building to the antenna’s top — breaking through a door to reach the summit —…
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Bend Whitewater Park Gets Major Upgrade | Bend News
The Bend Whitewater Park is getting a $15.3 million makeover — its biggest upgrade since opening in 2015 — to tackle safety, erosion, and outdated water gates…
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Ohio Family Charged in Child Neglect Crisis | Bend News
Four Ohio family members—grandparents and parents—face 16 counts of child endangerment after 16 children, ages 1.5 to 18, were found in horrific…
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Hantavirus Cruise Outbreak Declared Over | Bend News
Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship officially declared over after last contact completed 42-day quarantine and tested negative—no new cases since May…
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Tesla Autopilot Crash Kills 76-Year-Old | Bend News
A Tesla driver, Michael Butler, faces manslaughter charges after his Model 3—claimed to be in self-driving mode—crashed into a Katy, Texas home, killing…
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Stray Bullet, Two Years Later | Bend News
Two years after a stray bullet killed 13-year-old Jacob Duncan in South Carolina, two suspects are now facing charges: 23-year-old Caleb Garcia, charged with…
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ICE Targets 2K Daily in New Sweep | Bend News
Ten thousand undocumented immigrants swept into custody across the U.S. in just five days as ICE ramps up enforcement to hit 2,000 arrests daily—targeting…
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McConnell Hospitalized After Emergency Call | Bend News
Emergency responders raced to Senator Mitch McConnell’s home after a cardiac arrest call—though the senator’s identity wasn’t confirmed in dispatch audio, his…
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Tyler Perry’s Wedding Drama Returns | Bend News
Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married Again? drops September 9 on Netflix, bringing back the original cast for a lavish wedding in Lake Como, Italy — where…
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Ashley Tisdale’s Toxic Moms Debut | Bend News
Ashley Tisdale is starring in and producing her new Netflix comedy series Toxic Moms, where she plays a new mom desperately trying to fit into the elite…
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Fourth of July Fire Safety Alert | Bend News
As Central Oregon braces for a fiery Fourth of July weekend, fire officials are sounding the alarm: hot, dry conditions mean even a tiny spark can ignite a…
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Olympian Accused of Damaging Reflecting Pool | Bend News
Three-time Olympian David Hearn faces serious charges for allegedly maliciously damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool — a historic and emotionally…
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First Quagga Mussel Spotted in Oregon | Bend News
Dead quagga mussel spotted near Prineville Reservoir — Oregon’s first confirmed sighting of this invasive species, found just above the waterline on June 6…
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Clear Skies, Clouds Ahead, and Softball News | Bend News
Clear skies today in Central Oregon, but clouds are rolling in by late afternoon—temps hitting the mid-70s. Don’t let the calm fool you: big local news is…
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AI Boom Could Fuel Global Prosperity | Bend News
Former Fed official Kevin Warsh calls the AI boom a revolution, likening it to being in the early innings of a game—and he’s bullish on its potential to create…
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West Nile Virus Surges Early This Year | Bend News
West Nile virus is surging this year with 48 cases already reported — way above the typical 10 by this time — and 23 states are now affected, the most in a…
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Social Security at Risk | Bend News
Social Security’s future is in jeopardy, with trustees warning it could run dry by 2032—forcing tough cuts for millions. Senators Bernie Moreno and Elizabeth…
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U.S. Advances After Balogun Red Card | Bend News
The U.S. men’s national team stunned Bosnia-Herzegovina with a 2-0 win, booking their spot in the knockout stage for the first time in 24 years. Folarin…
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Heat Wave Threatens Millions This Weekend | Bend News
A deadly heat wave is gripping over two dozen states from the Midwest to the East Coast, with triple-digit heat indexes and minimal overnight relief. New York…
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Job Market Slows as Inflation Persists | Bend News
Job growth slowed to just 57,000 in June, far below May’s 172,000, sparking concerns as inflation stays stubbornly high at 4.2%. While unemployment dipped to…
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Kyiv Under Siege as Missiles Rain Down | Bend News
Kyiv endured a devastating overnight barrage of over seventy ballistic missiles and nearly five hundred drones, killing at least twenty and injuring more than…
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Stassie Shares Daughter’s Cancer Diagnosis | Bend News
Stassie and Lucky Blue Smith are facing heartbreak as their young daughter is diagnosed with cancer—confirmed by their pediatrician after tests, with Stassie’s…
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Frankie Muniz and Paige Price Call It Quits | Bend News
Frankie Muniz and wife Paige Price are calling it quits after a decade together, but they’re doing it with grace, respect, and a shared focus on their son…
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Engaged Couple Climbs Empire State | Bend News
Two thrill-seekers from New Jersey, Angelina Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov, made headlines after climbing the Empire State Building to propose marriage—only to…
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Deschutes County’s Path to Rehabilitation | Bend News
Oregon’s criminal justice system is shaking things up with real-world programs that prioritize healing over punishment. In Deschutes County, initiatives like…
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Mount Shasta Rescue Amid Deadly Fall | Bend News
A 31-year-old climber suffered a terrifying 1,500-foot fall on Mount Shasta’s Avalanche Gulch route—weather grounded helicopters, forcing rangers and fellow…
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Danny Glover Shares Alzheimer’s Journey | Bend News
Actor Danny Glover bravely reveals he’s living with Alzheimer’s, sharing his ongoing journey as he grapples with memory loss and moments of clarity. His candid…
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JonBenét Ramsey Series Lands on Netflix | Bend News
Netflix is diving headfirst into one of America’s most chilling cold cases with a limited series based on the unsolved murder of JonBenét Ramsey. Originally…
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Brennan Sues Trump Over Records | Bend News
Former CIA Director John Brennan is suing President Trump and top law enforcement officials to force the preservation of all records related to any…
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Bend’s Water, Housing, and AI Stirring Up Trouble | Bend News
Bend residents brace for steep Avion Water price hikes—double-digit jumps could hit wallets hard, but customers can weigh in. Meanwhile, a new 45-unit…
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Track Property Records in Deschutes County | Bend News
Deschutes County just launched a free alert system so you can stay on top of property records—sign up, track up to ten names, and get emailed whenever new…
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Prineville's Data Center Boom and Burdens | Bend News
Oregon’s data center boom, centered in Prineville, is reshaping the town’s economy after decades of decline—but at a cost. Once a timber town hit by…
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New Workforce Housing Opens in Bend | Bend News
New workforce housing just opened applications in Bend, Oregon—45 affordable units designed for local workers struggling with rising costs. This timely…
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Stray Dog Saves Neighborhood from Fire | Bend News
A stray dog in Bend, Oregon, named Hero, saved a vacant building from a dangerous fire by barking loudly at 4 AM—alerting neighbors who called emergency…
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Perfect Central Oregon Weather Ahead | Bend News
Central Oregon’s got another gorgeous day ahead—sunshine all day, temps cozy in the low to mid 70s, perfect for lounging or exploring. Evenings cool down…
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Bend's Housing AI and Fair Rides | Bend News
Bend’s new 45-unit workforce housing project is heating up, while Avion Water’s rumored double-digit rate hike has residents scrambling to voice their…
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Trump’s Gifted Air Force One | Bend News
Trump’s first flight aboard a newly retrofitted Air Force One—a $400 million Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar—signals a major upgrade from the aging fleet, blending…
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Medicare Expands Weight Loss Access for Seniors | Bend News
Starting Wednesday, Medicare is making a historic move: for the first time, seniors can get GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound—even without other…
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Two Teens Wanted in Philly Student Murder | Bend News
Two teens in Philly are now wanted for murder after fatally shooting 22-year-old Penn State student William Schmidt during a robbery attempt—just days after…
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July Travel Surge and Gas Price Shifts | Bend News
July 4th travel is booming with 72 million Americans hitting the road, but the real surge is in cruises up 5%. Gas prices remain stubbornly high despite oil…
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Trump's Crypto Earnings Revealed | Bend News
Trump’s latest financial disclosure reveals jaw-dropping crypto earnings—over $1.4 billion from digital assets last year, fueled by his $TRUMP meme coin and…
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Brother Arrested in Mother's Death | Bend News
A shocking arrest rocked Atlanta this week: Ciarre Campbell, brother of NFL star Calais Campbell, was charged with murder after police found his 71-year-old…
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Big Brother Time Trip Premiere Breakdown | Bend News
Big Brother’s season 28, “Time Trip,” drops July 9 with a wild time-bending twist, sending houseguests through decades like the 80s and Y2K for challenges and…
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Ohio Family Charged in Child Abuse Case | Bend News
Four adults in Vinton County, Ohio, face multiple felony charges after authorities uncovered sixteen children—including infants and teens—living in horrific…
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Flag Unfurled on Empire State Building Spire | Bend News
Two masked climbers scaled the Empire State Building’s spire yesterday, unfurling a flag atop the iconic New York landmark—raising alarms about security and…
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Camp Rock 3 Teaser Drops New Talent Hunt | Bend News
Camp Rock is back with a brand-new chapter—Camp Rock 3 hits Disney Channel August 13th, then Disney Plus the next day. This time, the Jonas Brothers’ Connect 3…
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Baseball & World Cup Scores Recap | Bend News
Baseball chaos and World Cup drama collide in this fast-paced recap: White Sox, Tigers, and Rays lit up the scoreboard with big wins, while Mets, Giants, and…
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New Faces Join The Pitt ER | Bend News
New faces are bringing fresh energy to Season 3 of “The Pitt,” as Pruitt Taylor Vince, Malachi Beasley, Cheyenne Perez, Jeremy Radin, Charlz Williams, and…
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Oregon Work Share Saves Jobs Without Layoffs | Bend News
Oregon businesses hit by slowdowns now have a smart alternative to layoffs: the Work Share program. It lets companies cut hours while still paying employees a…
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50 Cent's Supernatural Crime Saga | Bend News
50 Cent is back at Starz with a supernatural crime thriller based on the graphic novel Bone Parish, where a New Orleans family builds a drug empire that…
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FAN Expands with New Grant and Outreach Coordinators | Bend News
FAN just got a major boost with two new hires—Alex Fico as Grants Coordinator and Shelby Cala as Outreach Coordinator—fueling their mission to expand impact…