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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.

Oregon Battles More Wildfires This Year Versus Last as New Fire Near Blue River Erupts

A red flag warning has been issued for the Willamette Valley and the length of Western Oregon due to the increased risk of thunderstorms and lightning igniting new wildfires. The National Weather Service cautioned on Tuesday that "frequent lightning and critically dry fuels may result in numerous...

Injured 160lbs Great Pyrenees Rescued from Saddle Mountain on Oregon Coast

In a dramatic and heartfelt rescue on July 12, a 160-pound Great Pyrenees was carried off Saddle Mountain after its paws became severely injured during a hike. The incident has sparked conversations about the safety and preparedness of hiking with pets on rough trails. The Great Pyrenees, a...

Eastern Oregon’s Cow Valley Fire Grows to 73,000 Acres, Puts Homes in Danger

The Cow Valley Fire in Malheur County has rapidly expanded, now engulfing 73,727 acres. This intense blaze is currently uncontained and has already destroyed two structures while threatening between 30 to 50 homes in the Brogan area. The fire has also necessitated the closure of Highway 26 between...

Dramatic Footage Captures Heroic Police in Oregon Saving Family from Burning Home

In a dramatic and heroic rescue, Redmond Police officers Jeremy Rutledge, Riley Powell, and Sergeant Jered Kirk saved a family of five from their burning home on July 5. The incident, captured on body camera footage, unfolded at 1:22 a.m. on NW Redwood Avenue, where two neighboring homes caught...

Oregon Braces For Scorching Heat Wave, Temperatures May Soar To 115°F

Some areas of the state may face high temps up to 115 degrees this week.

Poachers in Oregon Now Face Jail During Elk Season

Poachers in Oregon Now Face Jail During Elk Season

The majestic landscapes of Oregon, bursting with lush forests and abundant wildlife, have long been the pride of its residents. From the casual hiker to the dedicated hunter, all treasure the state’s wildlife - which is why the poaching crime spree near Pendleton, OR,...

Voodoo Doughnut Officially Sucks

Voodoo Doughnut Officially Sucks

You’ve no doubt seen the ubiquitous pink boxes being carefully shepherded through the Portland airport by tourists, giddy to bring home a taste of “quirky” Portlandia. You may have also seen the long lines of customers snaking around the block on 3rd Ave in Old Town,...

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