A man unlawfully residing in the United States is facing federal charges after Oregon State Police discovered more than 60 pounds of powdered fentanyl during a traffic stop near Albany, Oregon. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon,...
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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.
FBI Rejoins Kyron Horman Investigation as Thousands of Case Files Go Digital
Nearly 15 years after Kyron Horman vanished from Skyline Elementary School in Portland, Oregon, the case is receiving renewed attention. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with Gresham Police detectives, has been working over the past year to...
I Was 15 When Kip Kinkel Opened Fire at My School — 27 Years Later, I Still Remember Everything
Writing this has been one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, as my eyes start to tear, and I take another deep breath trying to push forward. For 27 years, I’ve carried the weight of that day quietly — but today, for the first time, I’m sharing my personal story....
Don’t Confuse Wildlife Safari in Winston With the Horror Show That Was West Coast Game Park Safari
This past week, Oregon made national headlines for all the wrong reasons. More than 300 animals were seized from the West Coast Game Park Safari in Bandon after authorities uncovered a nightmare behind its gates. Investigators described filthy, overcrowded enclosures,...
Trump Clarifies Golden Dome Won’t Cover California: “They Had a Good Run”
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a press conference that left both geographers and Californians scratching their heads, President Donald Trump announced that his ambitious $175 billion “Golden Dome” missile defense system will encompass the entire United States — except for...
Over 300 Animals Rescued from Hellish Oregon Safari Park in Massive State Raid
It’s been just a few days since we published our piece, “Camel Euthanized, Starving Lion Exposed as Oregon’s Worst Roadside Zoo Finally Gets Raided,” and now the full scope of horror at the West Coast Game Park Safari is coming into focus. As of May 18, following a...
Walmart Warns Tariffs May Disrupt Flow of Goods Timed to Fail at 12:01 A.M. on Day 366
BENTONVILLE, AR — In a somber press conference held just steps from the seasonal bin of half-melted phone chargers, Walmart executives issued a stark warning Monday: rising tariffs on Chinese imports may severely disrupt the company’s ability to stock products...
That Oregon Life Declared State’s Most Reliable News Source After Accidentally Predicting Reality
SALEM, Ore. — In a development no one saw coming—except maybe That Oregon Life itself—the popular Oregon-based satire and lifestyle site has officially been declared the most reliable news source in the state, after yet another one of its “clearly made-up” articles...
New Bra Drop Zones Encourage Hikers to ‘Let the Girls Breathe’ at 4,000 Feet
BEND, OR — In an effort to support Oregon’s most sacred mountaintop ritual — the spontaneous act of lifting one’s shirt dramatically at the summit — the U.S. Forest Service has unveiled newly designated Bra Drop Zones at popular hiking trails across the state. “These...
Elmer’s Set to Open in Former Shari’s Location in Bend
BEND, Ore. — For longtime Oregonians, the familiar glow of a Shari’s sign once meant warm pies, late-night coffee refills, and a place where countless stories were shared across laminated menus. But that chapter has officially closed — and a new one is about to begin....
Justice Served: Eugene Clerk Shoots Armed Thug—Now the Robber’s Headed Straight to Prison
EUGENE, Ore. – In a moment that reaffirms our faith in good people standing their ground, justice has officially been served in Eugene. Back in October 2024, a quiet night at a local convenience store on Commons Drive turned into a nightmare when 21-year-old Noah...
Camel Euthanized, Starving Lion Exposed as Oregon’s Worst Roadside Zoo Finally Gets Raided
Let’s stop sugarcoating this. The West Coast Game Park Safari in Bandon, Oregon, is not a zoo — it’s a decades-long embarrassment where animals suffer for tourist selfies. During my 2022 trip to Bandon, I refused to spend a single dime there, and I stand by that...