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Welcome to our Oregon News category, where we bring you the latest and most relevant news stories from the beautiful state of Oregon. From the stunning Pacific coastline to the rugged Cascade Mountains, Oregon is home to a wealth of natural beauty, diverse communities, and exciting cultural events.

Tornado Hits Rockaway Beach with 85 mph Winds, Portland Braces for Flooding

After a recent tornado struck Rockaway Beach, Portland residents are being urged to brace for another bout of severe weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed that an EF-0 tornado touched down in Rockaway Beach on Monday night, bringing 85 mph winds that toppled trees, damaged...

Oregon Coast on Alert as King Tides and Giant Waves Roll In This Week

Brace yourself, Oregon Coast fans: the dramatic power of the ocean is about to put on a show this week with monstrous waves, stormy weather, and the rare arrival of king tides. If you've ever wanted to witness the ocean at its wildest, mark your calendar for Nov. 15, 16, and 17 — these are the...

Mt. Bachelor’s Earliest Opening in 26 Years Welcomes Passholders This Friday

Big news for ski enthusiasts! Mt. Bachelor has announced an early opening for the ski season, starting this Friday, November 15—two weeks ahead of the original schedule. This marks the mountain’s earliest season launch since 1998. Thanks to more than 40 inches of fresh snowfall, with additional...

Graffiti on County Jail Wall in Oregon Raises Questions in Unsolved Michael Bryson Case

In the early hours of November 3rd, 2024, graffiti appeared on the exterior wall of the Lane County Jail in Eugene, Oregon, reigniting public interest in the case of missing Oregon man Michael Bryson. This development follows a recent article we posted about K9 teams searching for Michael, which...

Clark County Jail Mistakenly Releases Inmate, Police Urge Public to Assist

In a baffling and concerning situation, authorities are now searching for a 27-year-old inmate who was mistakenly set free by the Clark County Jail instead of being returned to Oregon custody. The Oregon Department of Corrections (ODC) reported on Sunday that Maurice Xavier Haynes was released in...
No Tsunami Expected After 6.0 Earthquake Hits Off Oregon Coast

No Tsunami Expected After 6.0 Earthquake Hits Off Oregon Coast

BANDON, Ore. — Oregon’s southern coast experienced a sizable 6.0-magnitude earthquake on Wednesday afternoon. The quake struck at approximately 1:15 p.m., with its epicenter located about 170 miles west of Bandon and 250 miles west-southwest of Salem, according to...

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