He almost wasn't released due to an incident with a toy telephone. The victim's family remains disappointed, stating he was supposed to serve at least 40 years as stated by his plea deal. After more than three decades behind bars, Mark Wilson, 55, has been released...
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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.
Portland’s First In-N-Out Is Coming, But Why All the Hype?
Ah, Portland—a city of craft breweries, artisanal coffee, and food trucks so creative they could rival fine dining. From freshly baked sourdough pizza to perfectly crafted burgers from local joints that actually care about flavor, we’ve got options. So when news broke...
Could Oregon Become Canada’s 11th Province? Green Party Teases Idea
Could Oregon Become Canada’s 11th Province? The suggestion, made playfully by Canadian Green Party leader Elizabeth May, has sparked intrigue, humor, and questions about Oregon’s identity. May’s remarks, made at a press conference in Ottawa, came in response to...
Kamala Harris’s House Under Threat as California Wildfires Consume Celebrity Homes
Here in Oregon, our hearts are heavy as we witness the devastating wildfires ravaging our neighbors to the south in California. The destruction unfolding in Los Angeles County hits close to home, as we’ve faced our own battles with fire in recent years. From the Eagle...
Fatal House Fire Under Investigation North of Junction City
A devastating house fire claimed the life of a Junction City resident on the evening of January 8th. Around 7 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a fire at a residence on the 95400 block of Noraton Road, north of Junction City, following a request for...
Oregon Firefighters Deployed to Assist in California’s Wildfire Crisis
As Southern California battles several destructive wildfires in early January, Oregon firefighters are stepping up to provide critical support. As multiple wildfires wreak havoc across the Los Angeles area, at least two people have died, over 1,000 structures have...
Oregon Coast Braces for Massive King Tides Over 3 Days
The third and final round of king tides of the season is happening this weekend on the Oregon coast. If you're headed out to see them, here's what you need to know. The final king tides of the season are making a dramatic return to the Oregon Coast from January 11-13,...
Search Continues For Cottage Grove Man Last Seen Near Raging River Bank
Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue teams are continuing their efforts to locate 61-year-old Robert Ray Bennett II, who has been missing since December 28, 2024. Bennett, a resident of Cottage Grove, was last seen standing on the bank of Brice Creek near a...
Portland Woman, 74, Held Hostage and Sexually Assaulted for 3 Days in Her Own Home
A 69-year-old man, Kenneth Gregory Williams, is facing horrifying charges after police say he held a 74-year-old woman hostage in her own home and repeatedly sexually assaulted her for several days. This deeply disturbing incident showcases an appalling level of...
Runaway Cow Keeps Oregon State Police Busy on I-84
Talk about starting the New Year with a bang—or should we say a moo? On January 1, the Oregon State Police were called to handle an utterly udderly bizarre situation: a rogue cow hoofing it down Interstate 84 near Hood River. This wasn’t your average backyard escapee....
Sneaker Wave Warning Issued for Oregon Beaches January 8th-9th
DOUGLAS, COOS & CURRY COUNTIES, Ore. — The National Weather Service has issued a warning for a moderate risk of sneaker waves along the coastlines of Douglas, Coos, and Curry counties. The heightened risk is expected to last from Monday morning through Tuesday...
Trestle Collapse in Corvallis Derails Train Into Marys River
A train trestle over the Marys River in Corvallis collapsed on Saturday afternoon, sending one train car carrying agricultural materials into the river and leaving two other cars unstable. The incident, which occurred at approximately 12:08 p.m., involved a 19-car...