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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.

Can You Actually Sell An Iconic Waterfall? Oregon Is About to Find Out

One of the Pacific Northwest’s most photographed waterfalls is officially on the market, and it’s setting off alarm bells across the state. That Oregon Life has been writing about this beloved spot since 2016, and ten years ago, I couldn't have imagined that I'd be writing about it today in this...

16 Oregon Towns Where You Never Leave, Develop a Drinking Problem, and Hit on the Same People at the Same Bar for Eternity

There are Oregon towns you pass through.There are Oregon towns you stay in for a bit.And then there are Oregon towns that quietly enroll you in something permanent. Nobody ever announces they’re staying forever. They say things like “just for now,” or “until I figure it out,” or “I’ll probably...

After a Brutal Start, Oregon’s Mountains Could Finally See Real Snow

Winter in Oregon is usually defined by momentum. Snow builds steadily through December and January, storms reinforce one another, and by February the mountains are locked into a rhythm that carries them through spring. This year, that rhythm never materialized. As February begins, Oregon’s...

Eugene Police Declare Riot Outside Downtown Federal Building During Anti-ice Protest

Eugene Police declared a riot Friday outside the federal building in downtown Eugene after a day of demonstrations tied to a nationwide protest against federal immigration enforcement. The demonstrations were part of a broader “National Shutdown” effort opposing U.S. Immigration and Customs...

Here’s Which Oregon Businesses Are Closing Today for the Anti-ICE Strike

Oregon businesses in multiple cities are closing today, Friday, January 30, as part of a nationwide anti-ICE strike calling for no work, no school, and no shopping. Supporters say the point is economic disruption, a one-day pause meant to draw attention to federal immigration enforcement practices...
Sunny Skies Return In Oregon As Weekend May Hit 90 Degrees

Sunny Skies Return In Oregon As Weekend May Hit 90 Degrees

Grab your shades, Oregonians, because warmer and sunnier days are finally heading our way! Starting Wednesday, the greater Portland and Vancouver metro areas will bask in some much-needed sunshine. After a chilly, frosty morning in the Willamette Valley, temperatures...

15 Oregon Police Cars Torched in Overnight Fire

15 Oregon Police Cars Torched in Overnight Fire

Portland, Oregon, has been grappling with increasing disorder in recent years, a narrative underscored by a recent incident at a northeastern police training facility. In the early hours of Thursday morning, a deliberate act of arson resulted in at least 15 police...

The Beloved PDX Carpet is Back, Rolled Out in Main Terminal

The Beloved PDX Carpet is Back, Rolled Out in Main Terminal

Earlier this week, the Portland International Airport made a buzzworthy announcement that it was installing a section of the iconic carpet that travelers have revered for over 25 years. This welcoming news comes in the midst of a major remodeling effort to update the...

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