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.
You may have never heard of a velella before, but if you’re traveling to Cannon Beach or any of Oregon’s beaches in the next few days you may get a first-hand look at a lot of them. Velella are also called “by-the-wind sailors” or “purple sailors” due to the...
In a unique discovery reported by KOIN news, a family from the greater Portland area found a 2-pound rock resembling a human heart in shape, color, and size on the Oregon Coast. The Ransom family discovered this rock at Short Beach near Oceanside on March 29, while...
In the mystical realm of the Pacific Northwest, an astronomical ballet is set to unfold under the vast, ever-shifting tapestry of the sky this Monday morning. Unlike the celestial spectacle of 2017, where the sun and moon danced in perfect harmony across the Oregon...
In what can be seen as a reflection of the challenges faced by businesses in downtown Portland, the Buffalo Wild Wings located near Southwest 4th and Morrison has shuttered its doors after a 17-year run. The closure, confirmed by both the City of Portland and the...
Recently a string of wolverine sightings in Oregon has people interested in this carnivorous animal and asking if it's the same animal being spotted over and over again, or if each sighting is of a different creature. String Of Recent Wolverine Sightings In Oregon...
In Portland, Oregon, a recent advisory might make prospective homebuyers in Oregon take a pause. A fresh analysis conducted by Bankrate's financial experts reveals that owning a home in Oregon, as of 2024, is no small financial feat, requiring a salary well into the...
As reported by The Oregonian, Camp Namanu, Oregon's oldest camp dedicated to girls' nature experiences, has achieved recognition as a National Historic District within the National Register of Historic Places. Boasting over a century of history, this 552-acre forested...
In Oregon, the landscape of small-scale farming is undergoing a seismic shift due to recent regulatory changes affecting water rights and farm operations. These changes are casting a shadow over the future of family farms and local agriculture, invoking a series of...
If Oregon's 2017 total solar eclipse is any indication, travel to the eastern side of the U.S. to view April 2024's redux is going to be crazy. Quaint towns and remote areas across the U.S. are gearing up for an influx of eclipse enthusiasts eager to witness the awe...
Like most outdoorsy Portlanders, I was disappointed but not totally surprised when REI announced last year that its location in the trendy Pearl neighborhood would be closing. The store had been there for 20 years, but due to an increase in crime including thefts and...
Barbara Mae Tucker, then 19, was a regular student attending Mount Hood Community College in Gresham until on January 15, 1980 the unthinkable happened. Her body was found by another student near the school parking lot, and it was discovered she had been murdered...
Step into the heart of eastern Oregon, where the night sky unveils a spectacle so mesmerizing that it's officially been crowned the world's largest International Dark Sky Sanctuary. Imagine a canvas stretching over 2.5 million acres in Lake County, twinkling with...