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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.

Video Shows Close Call as Woman Nearly Swept Away by King Tide on Oregon Coast

A woman visiting Cannon Beach had a harrowing encounter with the ocean on Thursday when she was nearly swept out to sea by a King Tide. The Cannon Beach Police Department released a video of the incident, showing the woman at the Gower Street ramp as a powerful wave surged around her. She managed...

Oregon Could See a Snowier Winter with La Niña on the Way

A La Niña winter could be on the horizon for the United States, according to the Climate Prediction Center’s (CPC) latest forecast. The CPC, a division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), suggests that La Niña is likely to develop between now and December, potentially...

BrewLights Returns to the Oregon Zoo This Weekend

This weekend, the Oregon Zoo in Portland is hosting its sixth annual BrewLights event on Friday, November 15, and Saturday, November 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. This 21-and-over festival offers attendees the chance to sample beverages from over 50 Northwest breweries and cideries while exploring...

Tornado Hits Rockaway Beach with 85 mph Winds, Portland Braces for Flooding

After a recent tornado struck Rockaway Beach, Portland residents are being urged to brace for another bout of severe weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed that an EF-0 tornado touched down in Rockaway Beach on Monday night, bringing 85 mph winds that toppled trees, damaged...

Oregon Coast on Alert as King Tides and Giant Waves Roll In This Week

Brace yourself, Oregon Coast fans: the dramatic power of the ocean is about to put on a show this week with monstrous waves, stormy weather, and the rare arrival of king tides. If you've ever wanted to witness the ocean at its wildest, mark your calendar for Nov. 15, 16, and 17 — these are the...
Oregon Among the Top Five States for Skyrocketing Home Prices

Oregon Among the Top Five States for Skyrocketing Home Prices

Portland, Ore. – With the real estate market in constant flux, recent research by SelfStorage, an online self-storage finder, has shed light on the states experiencing the most significant upticks in home prices. While Idaho stole the limelight with an astonishing...

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