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.
If you've been looking for an excuse to get outside and explore Oregon, next weekend might be the perfect opportunity. On Saturday, June 6, Oregon State Parks will once again waive day-use parking fees at parks across the state as part of the annual State Parks Day...
Want to take your kayak out for a relaxing day on the water this summer? Well, Oregon now wants to see your permit. And no, this is not satire. A law signed by Governor Tina Kotek and taking effect this year has expanded Oregon's Waterway Access Permit requirement to...
Until recently, most Oregonians had probably never heard the name David Michelson. Now, thanks to Initiative Petition 28, or IP28, his campaign has become one of the most talked-about political issues in Oregon's outdoor community. Michelson is the chief petitioner...
Just days after Oregon hunters and anglers were already fired up over the controversial IP28 ballot initiative, another major hunting story is making waves across the country, and this one could directly affect access to public lands across the Pacific Northwest. The...
A case that horrified Oregon more than a decade ago is back in the spotlight, and for many people across the state, the emotions are just as raw today as they were in 2010. According to Sahara Dwight’s father, Dustin Michael Wallace, the Roseburg man convicted of...
Spend enough time in Oregon and eventually the wolf debate finds its way into the conversation. Maybe it starts around a campfire in Eastern Oregon. Maybe it shows up in the comments section online. Maybe it comes up after someone spots tracks near their property, or...
For many of us who grew up in Oregon, this story feels almost impossible to believe. Hunting and fishing are not fringe activities here. They are part of Oregon's identity. They are cold mornings before sunrise on the river. They are family traditions handed down over...
The towering Astoria-Megler Bridge is one of Oregon's most recognizable landmarks. Stretching across the Columbia River and connecting Oregon to Washington, its sweeping views and dramatic scale make it a memorable crossing for countless travelers each year. But for...
There are certain things you expect when you head to the Oregon Coast. Wind in your face. Salt in the air. Waves rolling endlessly toward shore. Maybe a driftwood fort built by strangers or a perfect sand dollar hiding in the wet sand. But Lincoln City offers...
If you grew up with the sound of alternative rock pouring out of your bedroom speakers in the '90s, November just got a lot more exciting for Portland. The Smashing Pumpkins are officially headed to the Rose City this fall as part of a major North American arena run...
For years, the hike to Tamolitch Blue Pool has been one of those rare Oregon experiences that still feels raw, natural, and earned. The turquoise water glowing beneath ancient lava rock. The towering forest. The uneven trail winding through moss and volcanic terrain....
Oregonians know the feeling. The first stretch of warm spring weather hits, the rain finally backs off a little, and suddenly everyone starts dreaming about campfires, mountain lakes, and waking up to the smell of pine trees instead of alarm clocks. Now, that summer...