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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.

This Retro Game Festival in Eugene Is Bringing Classic Gaming Back for One Weekend

There is something about classic video games that never really fades. The sounds, the pixel graphics, and the challenge of beating a level without saves or shortcuts all come rushing back the moment you pick up a controller. That feeling is exactly what the Eugene Retro Game Fest is bringing back...

Amazon Workers Say They Were Told to Keep Working While a Man Lay Dead Nearby

A troubling situation inside an Oregon Amazon warehouse is raising serious questions after employees say work continued even as a coworker lay unresponsive on the floor. According to reports, a 46-year-old worker collapsed on April 6 while working inside the facility. The employee, described by...

Tired Sea Lion Snaps After Being Climbed Over, Breathed On, And Generally Disrespected

NEWPORT, Ore. — What began as a typical afternoon along the docks in Old Town Newport quickly turned into an unexpectedly entertaining spectacle Tuesday, as two sea lions engaged in what onlookers are calling one of the most dramatic “dock disputes” of the season. The popular bayfront viewing...

40-Foot Gray Whale Washes Ashore on Seaside Beach as Necropsy Planned

A large gray whale that had been drifting offshore for days washed up Tuesday morning on the south end of Seaside Beach, drawing attention from scientists and beachgoers along the Oregon coast. The whale, estimated to be about 40 feet long, was identified as a male. Officials had been tracking the...

Tufted Puffins Are Back in Oregon and Haystack Rock Is the Place to Spot Them

Spring on the Oregon coast brings more than just sunshine and wildflowers. It also marks the return of one of the region’s most beloved seabirds. Tufted puffins have begun arriving once again along the shoreline, drawing attention from visitors eager to catch a glimpse of these unmistakable birds....
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