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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.

Kotek To Challenge Trump To Fight At First Recess, Confirms It’ll Happen By The Swings

SALEM, OR — In a bold escalation of political discourse, Governor Tina Kotek announced Tuesday she will be challenging former President Donald Trump to a full-on schoolyard fight at first recess, confirming the showdown will take place “by the swings, where it’s fair.” The announcement reportedly...

Portland Announces Easter Egg Hunt, Confirms Some Eggs Will Be Hidden in Sidewalk Poop

PORTLAND, OR — In an effort to keep traditions alive while also staying true to the city’s unique character, Portland officials announced this week that this year’s Easter egg hunt will include eggs hidden directly in sidewalk poop. “Families have come to expect a certain… authenticity from...

Sad: Dead gray whale washes ashore near Florence and draws crowds on Oregon coast

There’s something about the Oregon coast that always feels alive. The crashing waves, the salty air, the steady rhythm of the tide. But every so often, that sense of life is met with a quiet, sobering reminder of nature’s other side. That was the scene Thursday morning near Florence, where a dead...

This is real: Oregon Supreme Court just threw out a child porn conviction tied to JonBenét Ramsey photographer

Sometimes a story comes along that feels like it shouldn’t exist in real life. Too many layers, too many twists, and details that are each disturbing on their own somehow all tied together in one case. This is one of those stories. In a decision released March 26, the Oregon Supreme Court reversed...

Oregon’s Whale Watch Week Returns March 21–29 With Stunning Gray Whale Migration Along The Coast

There’s something unforgettable about standing on the Oregon coast, scanning the horizon, and suddenly spotting that telltale puff of mist rising from the ocean. For a moment, everything slows down. The wind, the waves, the noise of the world. And then you realize you’re watching one of nature’s...
Oregon Gas Jumps 22 Cents to $3.91 While U.S. Average Sits at $2.95

Oregon Gas Jumps 22 Cents to $3.91 While U.S. Average Sits at $2.95

Oregon drivers just got hit again. According to AAA, the average price of regular gasoline in Oregon jumped 22 cents in one week, landing at $3.91 per gallon as of February 24. Meanwhile, the national average rose just three cents, sitting at $2.95 per gallon. That’s...

Brave! Portland Woman Leaves Bike Unlocked For Full 17 Seconds

Brave! Portland Woman Leaves Bike Unlocked For Full 17 Seconds

In what experts are calling “either the boldest social experiment of the decade or a cry for help,” a Portland woman reportedly left her bicycle completely unlocked for a full 17 seconds on a busy, tree-lined city block Sunday afternoon. Witnesses say 32-year-old...

REI Says Goodbye to Downtown Eugene After Three Decades

REI Says Goodbye to Downtown Eugene After Three Decades

After more than three decades on Lawrence Street, Eugene’s REI is packing up the climbing ropes, hiking boots, and paddleboards and heading across town. The outdoor co-op has called downtown home since 1992, tucked into the old Eugene Planing Mill building that gave...

Man Ages 14 Years Waiting for Parking Spot at Costco

Man Ages 14 Years Waiting for Parking Spot at Costco

EUGENE, Ore. — What began as a quick Saturday morning run for paper towels and a rotisserie chicken has reportedly turned into a full coming-of-age saga for local father Brent Halvorsen, who aged approximately 14 years while waiting for a front-row parking spot at...

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