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Read more about the article Caught on camera: New video system alerts Bend private security firm to business intruder, helps police make arrest
Caught on camera: New video system alerts Bend private security firm to business intruder, helps police make arrest

Caught on camera: New video system alerts Bend private security firm to business intruder, helps police make arrest

( Update: Adding video, comments from business, Bend Police) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- A Bend private security company is using new technology to help businesses with security. When a surveillance…

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Read more about the article New robot may soon patrol city of Bend’s downtown parking garage in bid to prevent crime, trouble – NewsBreak
New robot may soon patrol city of Bend’s downtown parking garage in bid to prevent crime, trouble – NewsBreak

New robot may soon patrol city of Bend’s downtown parking garage in bid to prevent crime, trouble – NewsBreak

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The city of Bend is considering adding a Knightscope K3 robot to its downtown Centennial Parking Garage to patrol the multi-story structure and reduce the risk…

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Read more about the article Sisters High School freshman arrested on arson charges, accused of setting fires in 2 girls’ restrooms – NewsBreak
Sisters High School freshman arrested on arson charges, accused of setting fires in 2 girls’ restrooms – NewsBreak

Sisters High School freshman arrested on arson charges, accused of setting fires in 2 girls’ restrooms – NewsBreak

(Update: Adding video, more info from fire district; classes to resume Thursday) Students, staff evacuated safely; classes canceled for the day SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) - A Sisters High School freshman…

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Read more about the article Two Bend homeless camp residents accused of assaulting, threatening golf course workers over stray golf balls
Two Bend homeless camp residents accused of assaulting, threatening golf course workers over stray golf balls

Two Bend homeless camp residents accused of assaulting, threatening golf course workers over stray golf balls

DCSO says 'melee' involved man, woman upset balls were being hit over driving range nets BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - Two residents of homeless camps on Bend's south end were arrested…

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Read more about the article Trespasser at SW Bend home jumps fence and runs through neighborhood; K-9 Harry helps track him down
Trespasser at SW Bend home jumps fence and runs through neighborhood; K-9 Harry helps track him down

Trespasser at SW Bend home jumps fence and runs through neighborhood; K-9 Harry helps track him down

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - A Bend man caught trespassing at a southwest Bend home late Wednesday night jumped a fence and ran through the neighborhood when police arrived, but was…

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Read more about the article Bend Police staging overtime Bend Parkway detail to crack down on speeders, dangerous drivers
Bend Police staging overtime Bend Parkway detail to crack down on speeders, dangerous drivers

Bend Police staging overtime Bend Parkway detail to crack down on speeders, dangerous drivers

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- This week, Bend Police are running an overtime detail on the Bend Parkway in an effort to combat excessive speed and dangerous driving, the agency said…

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Read more about the article Waldport woman arrested on DUII, other charges in crash that toppled power pole and closed Highway 20
Waldport woman arrested on DUII, other charges in crash that toppled power pole and closed Highway 20

Waldport woman arrested on DUII, other charges in crash that toppled power pole and closed Highway 20

(Update: OSP releases details on crash, charges) Driving complaint of SUV swerving all over road preceded crash TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) - A Waldport woman was arrested on DUII-alcohol and reckless…

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Read more about the article Randy Guzek, Terrebonne couple’s killer in 1987, will get fifth trial, if judge’s latest ruling stands – NewsBreak
Randy Guzek, Terrebonne couple’s killer in 1987, will get fifth trial, if judge’s latest ruling stands – NewsBreak

Randy Guzek, Terrebonne couple’s killer in 1987, will get fifth trial, if judge’s latest ruling stands – NewsBreak

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) - One of the most notorious killers in Central Oregon history may be getting yet another new trial - his fifth - if a judge's ruling Friday…

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Read more about the article Gov. Kotek signs bill allowing use of photo radar in all Oregon cities
Gov. Kotek signs bill allowing use of photo radar in all Oregon cities

Gov. Kotek signs bill allowing use of photo radar in all Oregon cities

All cities in Oregon will soon be allowed to use photo radar to enforce speed limits. Governor Tina Kotek signed a bill on Monday, expanding photo radar enforcement statewide. Under…

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