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This year, swap the chaos of Black Friday sales for the serenity of Oregon’s great outdoors. "Green Friday" returns, offering a perfect excuse to lace up your hiking boots, grab your fishing gear, and reconnect with…
More than a dozen drivers found themselves stranded on a snowy and treacherous road in northeast Oregon after following GPS directions that led them astray, as reported by KOIN. The incident unfolded on Wednesday, November 20,…
Brookings has joined the growing list of Oregon coastal towns where camping on the beach is officially prohibited, following a decision by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Commission. The new rule, approved on Wednesday, will take…
A powerful storm system swept across the northwestern United States, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and widespread disruptions. Dubbed a "bomb cyclone" due to its rapid intensification, the storm caused power outages across multiple states, downed…
The West Coast is bracing for a powerful bomb cyclone that promises to deliver hurricane-force winds, torrential rain, and feet of snow to Oregon, Northern California, and Washington. This rare weather event is set to unleash…
In a shocking revelation, OPB reports that the St. Helens School District knowingly allowed predators to operate unchecked for years, enabling the systematic abuse of students while covering up allegations. The district’s negligence came to light…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Big news for ski enthusiasts! Mt. Bachelor has announced an early opening for the ski season, starting this Friday, November 15—two weeks ahead of the original schedule. This marks the mountain’s earliest season launch since 1998.…
