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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.

Trump Gives Portland 48 Hours to “Figure It Out” Before “We Push the Big Button”

PORTLAND, OR — Calling the situation “very concerning, very chaotic, frankly a mess,” former President Donald Trump issued a firm 48-hour ultimatum Tuesday demanding that the city of Portland “figure it out” or face what he described as “the big button—everyone knows the button.” Standing in front...

Oregon Quietly Pulls the Plug on Non-Citizen CDL Program

Something pretty significant just changed in Oregon, and most people probably haven’t even heard about it yet. As of March 16, 2026, the Oregon DMV officially stopped issuing and reinstating limited-term commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and learner’s permits for non-domiciled applicants. In...

Multnomah County Somehow Misplaces $150,000 in Gift Cards

PORTLAND, Ore. — In what absolutely no one familiar with government oversight will find surprising, Multnomah County has announced it cannot account for more than $150,000 in gift cards and cash-equivalent incentives handed out over the last few years. The missing funds, per a story from FOX 12...

Springfield Rolls Out Pilot Program Where Roof Guns Politely Ask “Hey Man, What Are You Doing?” Before Escalating

SPRINGFIELD, OR — In what city officials are calling a “measured, community-first approach to modern problems,” Springfield this week unveiled a pilot program featuring AI-powered rooftop security turrets that politely question suspicious individuals before taking any… further interest. Dubbed the...

New Oregon ‘Summit Assist’ Service Lets Hikers Skip Straight to the Scenic Part

LINCOLN CITY, Ore. — In a move that’s already being called “the biggest breakthrough in outdoor recreation since paved parking lots,” a new service along the Oregon Coast is now offering visitors a chance to experience one of the state’s most iconic viewpoints… without participating in literally...

Oregon Quietly Pulls the Plug on Non-Citizen CDL Program

Something pretty significant just changed in Oregon, and most people probably haven’t even heard about it yet. As of March 16, 2026, the Oregon DMV officially stopped issuing and reinstating limited-term commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) and learner’s permits for...

Multnomah County Somehow Misplaces $150,000 in Gift Cards

Multnomah County Somehow Misplaces $150,000 in Gift Cards

PORTLAND, Ore. — In what absolutely no one familiar with government oversight will find surprising, Multnomah County has announced it cannot account for more than $150,000 in gift cards and cash-equivalent incentives handed out over the last few years. The missing...

Oregon Woman Vanishes After Highway Breakdown and Ride With Stranger

Oregon Woman Vanishes After Highway Breakdown and Ride With Stranger

A 28-year-old Oregon woman has seemingly vanished after a late-night highway breakdown led to her accepting a ride from a stranger along Highway 22, and her family says the circumstances just don’t add up. According to Oregon State Police, Maria Linda Jade Kilmer was...

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