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.
In a recent incident within Oregon, a resident came down with the bubonic plague after exposure to their seriously ill pet cat, marking the state's first encounter with the disease since 2015, local health authorities report. Yersinia pestis, the bacterium responsible...
On January 31st, a new cat cafe opened in the Eugene-Springfield area. Yes, you read that correctly—a cat cafe! The Eugene Springfield Cat Lounge has just become one of only two cat cafes in the entire state (the only other is in Bend since Portland's Purrington’s...
As reported by The Oregonian, a significant change in the poultry farming industry has been implemented in Oregon and Washington, with both states enforcing new regulations as of January 1 that require commercial egg farms to adopt cage-free environments for their...
As the old adage goes: play stupid games, win stupid prizes (and potentially a car fire). As reported by the Tillamook County Sheriff's Office, on January 21, 2024, at 8:22 am, Deputy Ben Berger, alongside Oregon State Trooper Jon King, Nestucca Fire, and Tillamook...
UPDATE: Breauna Vaughn has been found safe, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office. On Wednesday, Jan. 24, authorities from the sheriff's office reported that Vaughn was found safe. Further details were not disclosed. Local law enforcement is actively...
Talk about a rare and heart-stopping moment! In the early hours of Saturday morning, something quite extraordinary happened at the intersection of 30th and Washington streets in Vancouver, Washington. According to a news report from KGW, Katlynn Bicknell and her...
In a significant development from Salem, the U.S. Supreme Court has decided to review a critical ruling from the 9th Circuit Court. This is about a 2020 decision that really shook things up in Grants Pass, Oregon. The court had previously decided that the city...
As someone who deeply loves hiking, photographing, and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Oregon, I've always felt a deep connection to the myriad of trails that our beautiful state offers. These trails, much like Oregon's publicly accessible beaches, symbolize...
In a monumental stride for river restoration, the Klamath River is undergoing the largest dam removal in U.S. history. This pivotal moment marks the beginning of the end for the dams that have long hindered the natural flow of the river, crucial for the local ecology...
In a tragic incident in Northeast Portland, a devastating accident claimed the lives of three individuals and left a young child injured. This horrific event occurred when power lines, weighed down by a tree branch, tragically fell onto their vehicle. The Portland...
In a report from The Oregonian, severe winter conditions led to extensive traffic disruptions on Interstate 5, south of Eugene, Oregon, on Sunday and Monday. The harsh weather required vehicles to use chains, but many vehicles without proper equipment encountered...
The Summer Gods Tour 2024, headlined by Third Eye Blind with special guests Yellowcard, is a must-see event for rock music enthusiasts, especially when it arrives in Bend, Oregon, on June 14, 2024. This concert at the Hayden Homes Amphitheater is part of a larger tour...