News

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 Dad Identifies as High School Quarterback, Leads JV Team to State Championship

BEND, Ore. — In a turn of events that has left the Oregon high school sports world dazed and confused (and possibly inspired), 42-year-old Trent Lawson of Bend has not only declared himself a 17-year-old high school junior but also quarterbacked the Roosevelt Ridge JV football team straight to a...

Elmer’s Takes Over Former Shari’s Spots Across Oregon

After Shari’s abruptly closed all of its Oregon locations last October—leaving behind empty booths, uneaten pies, and some serious nostalgia—another beloved Pacific Northwest staple is stepping in to take over those instantly recognizable hexagon-shaped buildings. Elmer’s Restaurants, known for...

Parents Murdered on Remote Trail While Hiking With Their Young Daughters

While we usually shine a spotlight on the beauty of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, this heartbreaking story out of Arkansas deserves our attention—especially for those of us who spend time in the outdoors. Over the weekend, 43-year-old Clinton David Brink and 41-year-old Cristen Amanda Brink...

Columbia River Search Suspended After Man Saves Drowning Child

A Sunday evening at Wintler Park in Vancouver turned tragic after a man disappeared in the Columbia River following a heroic rescue. According to Fox 12 Oregon, the Vancouver Fire Department says a 54-year-old man entered the river around 8:48 p.m. to help a 5-year-old child who was struggling to...

Study Finds Man Driving Alone in Mask Still Safest Person on Earth in 2025

UNITED STATES — A new report published by the International Institute of Absolutely Unnecessary Safety Measures (IIAUSM) has confirmed what many suspected but dared not say out loud: the man driving alone in his car while fully masked and gloved is, statistically, the safest human being alive in...
Portland’s First In-N-Out Is Coming, But Why All the Hype?

Portland’s First In-N-Out Is Coming, But Why All the Hype?

Ah, Portland—a city of craft breweries, artisanal coffee, and food trucks so creative they could rival fine dining. From freshly baked sourdough pizza to perfectly crafted burgers from local joints that actually care about flavor, we’ve got options. So when news broke...

Fatal House Fire Under Investigation North of Junction City

Fatal House Fire Under Investigation North of Junction City

A devastating house fire claimed the life of a Junction City resident on the evening of January 8th. Around 7 p.m., Lane County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a fire at a residence on the 95400 block of Noraton Road, north of Junction City, following a request for...

Runaway Cow Keeps Oregon State Police Busy on I-84

Runaway Cow Keeps Oregon State Police Busy on I-84

Talk about starting the New Year with a bang—or should we say a moo? On January 1, the Oregon State Police were called to handle an utterly udderly bizarre situation: a rogue cow hoofing it down Interstate 84 near Hood River. This wasn’t your average backyard escapee....

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