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Oregon Adds 17 Ballot Drop Boxes as November Election Nears
Oregon has added 17 official ballot drop boxes before the November 3 election. Here are the newest locations, deadlines and ways to track a ballot.
Human Remains on South Sister May Bring Answers to a 25 Year Old Case
A hiker found human remains near South Sister’s Prouty Glacier. The sheriff’s office linked the discovery to a 25 year old case, but identification is pending.
Saylor Is Out of the ICU as Family Shares Update After Silver Rail Shooting
Saylor Graham-Poarch’s family shares a recovery update after the Silver Rail shooting in Bend and explains how supporters can help.
Oregon’s Dante Moore Expected to Miss Rest of Season Following Concussion
Dan Lanning says Dante Moore is not expected back this season following his concussion against USC as Oregon changes offensive leadership.
Federal Election Monitors Are Coming to Multnomah County on November 3
Federal election monitors will visit Multnomah County on November 3. Oregon officials explain their role, observer rules and ballot deadlines.
The Bridge of the Gods Just Turned 100 and It Began With a Family Handshake
The Bridge of the Gods turns 100 on October 26, 2026. Its opening began with a brother and sister meeting above the Columbia River.
Massive Fire at Pacific Seafood in Newport Triggers Evacuations Amid Ammonia Concerns
NEWPORT, Ore. — Sunday, October 25, 2026: A massive fire at a Pacific Seafood processing facility on Newport's Historic Bayfront sent thick smoke billowing over Yaquina Bay Sunday morning, prompting emergency evacuations and concerns about potentially…