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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.

Portland Man Comes Out as Heterosexual, Community Rallies to Support His Brave Journey

PORTLAND, OR — In what friends are calling a “quiet but revolutionary act of vulnerability,” Portland resident Brandon Kepler, 29, recently came out as heterosexual — a decision he says has been “years in the making.” Kepler made the announcement in the safety of his shared NE Portland apartment...

“I Refuse to Empower the Destruction” Crater Lake Superintendent Resigns Over Trump-Era Cuts

After just five months on the job, the superintendent of Crater Lake National Park has resigned — and he's not going quietly. Kevin Heatley, a veteran public lands manager, stepped down last Friday, citing what he describes as devastating staffing cuts and a federal policy direction that is...

Influencer Keeps Trail Secret by Featuring It in ‘Untouched Secret Trails’ Series for Her 3.2 Million Followers

OREGON — A beloved Oregon hiking trail once known only to a handful of locals, several deer, and one suspiciously territorial raccoon has now been declared “completely over” after being featured in the debut episode of influencer Sage Emberly’s new video series, Untouched Secret Trails — which she...

New Portland Initiative Will Phase Out ‘Police’ in Favor of ‘Feelings-First Safety Network’

PORTLAND, OR — In a bold new move that critics are calling “deeply Portland” and supporters are calling “like, super healing,” city leaders have announced a sweeping initiative to phase out the word “police” entirely and replace the Portland Police Bureau with a newly branded entity: the...

Portland Replaces 911 With AI That Soothes Callers by Saying “That Must Have Been Scary” On Repeat

PORTLAND, OR — In a groundbreaking move hailed by city leaders as a “compassion-centered innovation,” Portland has officially replaced its overwhelmed 911 emergency response system with a calming AI assistant programmed to repeatedly say, “That must have been scary.” The change comes after years...
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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