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...
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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.
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...
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...
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…...
Family Desperate for Answers as 13-Year-Old Girl Vanishes in Washington
A Washington family is asking for the public’s help as the search continues for a missing 13-year-old girl who has not been seen in nearly a week. Leialoha Warr was last seen around 3:30 p.m. on March 31, 2026, in Puyallup, Washington, according to the Pierce County...
Oregon Tax Authorities Say Even ‘Secret’ Easter Eggs Must Be Declared As Distributed Assets
PORTLAND, Ore. — In what officials are calling a “long-overdue clarification of seasonal compliance standards,” Oregon tax authorities confirmed this week that even Easter eggs hidden on private property must now be reported as distributed assets for tax purposes. The...
Kotek Approval Ratings Skyrocket After Powerful 20-Minute Litter Pickup Caught on Camera
SALEM, Ore. — In what political analysts are already calling “a turning point for the entire state,” Oregon Governor Tina Kotek’s approval ratings reportedly surged overnight following a deeply moving 20-minute litter pickup effort that was, fortunately, captured from...
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...
From Snow in the Cascades to 70s This Weekend Oregon Forecast Flips Fast
Oregon weather is doing what it does best this time of year… keeping us guessing. If you stepped outside this morning and thought it felt more like winter than spring, you’re not wrong. After a powerful system moved through Oregon on Wednesday, conditions across the...
New Portland Eatery Lets Guests Cook Their Own Meal Over Shared Barrel Fire For Added Authenticity
PORTLAND, Ore. — In what city officials are calling “a bold step forward for Portland’s ever-evolving culinary scene,” a new open-air dining concept has officially launched this week, offering guests the chance to cook their own meals over a shared barrel fire in what...
Local Couple Celebrates Buying Dream Fixer-Upper For Only $649,900
EUGENE, OR — After months of tireless searching, dozens of rejected offers, and what they describe as “a full emotional breakdown in a Safeway parking lot,” local couple Ryan and Melissa Carter say they’re finally relieved to have found the perfect fixer-upper—listed...
Massive Snowstorm Could Dump 20 Inches Across Oregon Cascades
If you’ve been enjoying hints of spring lately, Oregon’s about to remind you who’s still in charge. A powerful winter storm is rolling into the state, and it’s expected to dump serious snow across the Cascades just as many were starting to think winter was winding...