Summer might still have a hold on Oregon with lingering heat and humidity, but hints of autumn are already peeking through. A few trees around the state have started to show flashes of gold and crimson, offering a small preview of the spectacular color change to come....
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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.
Spirit Airlines Pulls Out of Portland as Bankruptcy Cuts Hit 11 Cities
Spirit Airlines is preparing to pull out of Portland along with at least 10 other cities as part of its latest bankruptcy restructuring, according to Aviation Week. The carrier, which filed for Chapter 11 protection for the second time in less than a year, will also...
Portland Launches New “Adopt-a-Screamer” Program to Pair Residents With Their Favorite Downtown Yeller
PORTLAND, Ore. — In a bold new effort to “humanize the chaos,” Portland officials have announced the launch of the city’s first-ever Adopt-a-Screamer program, allowing residents to form lasting bonds with their favorite downtown sidewalk shouters. The initiative,...
44 Storefronts in Portland’s Pearl District Hit the Market as Residents Raise Safety and Homelessness Concerns
A major real estate investor is cashing out of Portland’s Pearl District. On paper, the explanation is high interest rates and stock performance. In reality, it is about a city that changed so dramatically over the last five years that what was once marketed as a...
Kotek’s Transportation Bill Clears House as Gas and Payroll Taxes Head to Senate
The Oregon House has pushed through Governor Tina Kotek’s controversial transportation funding bill during a special session. The measure, House Bill 3991, now heads to the Senate for debate and a likely final vote later this week. The bill was born after lawmakers...
Oregon Officials Say Flat Fire Was Not a Homeless Camp But Many Remain Skeptical
The Flat Fire, which has already burned 23,000 acres of forestland and destroyed multiple homes near Sisters, Oregon, has become more than a natural disaster. It is now the subject of a fierce debate about truth, responsibility, and the human role in wildfires that...
Costco Unveils 470 lbs Rotisserie Chicken in Oregon, Forklifts Now Available at Checkout
SALEM, OR — In a bold new move to secure its place as America’s favorite bulk-buying utopia, Costco has unveiled its most jaw-dropping creation yet: a 470-pound rotisserie chicken that promises to feed an entire neighborhood, or one very determined uncle during...
Bigfoot Cancels Oregon Appearances, Explains “Can’t Afford to Be Spotted Here Anymore”
OREGON — After centuries of mysterious sightings, blurry photos, and grainy VHS documentaries, Bigfoot has officially canceled all future appearances in Oregon, citing skyrocketing living costs as the final straw. “Look, I’ve been dodging hikers, hunters, and tabloids...
Gas Prices Hit 4 Year Low Across America But Oregon Is Stuck Near 4 Dollars A Gallon
While the rest of the country is cruising into Labor Day with the cheapest gas they’ve seen in four years, Oregon drivers are still stuck paying nearly $4 a gallon according to The Oregonian — and it’s only getting worse. The U.S. average? A cool $3.13 per gallon....
Kotek Unveils ‘Wheel of New State Taxes’ After Funds Vanish Into Oregon’s Black Hole
SALEM, OR — With Oregon’s budget once again disappearing into what experts are calling “a large cosmic anomaly in Salem,” Governor Tina Kotek proudly unveiled her brand-new “Wheel of New State Taxes” at a press conference Thursday. The massive carnival-style wheel,...
Missing Tillamook Woman’s Remains Found Seven Years After She Vanished
In November 2018, 59 year old Maria Del Carmen Quintana was last seen at her house in Tillamook County, Oregon not too far from Highway 53, and then she vanished without a trace. Maria was considered endangered, and the search for her continued into December of 2018...
Thousands Flock to the Oregon Coast for This Festival Where the Beach Turns Into a Canvas of Colorful Kites
Each September, the Oregon Coast explodes with color as giant kites take to the skies above Lincoln City. From September 19–21, 2025, families, artists, and dreamers alike will gather at the D River State Recreation Site—just north of Depoe Bay—for the beloved Fall...