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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.

Gov. Kotek Proposes Raising Gas and Payroll Taxes to Avoid ODOT Cuts

SALEM, Ore. — Governor Tina Kotek is moving ahead with a plan to raise Oregon’s gas tax and payroll tax to help fund the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and prevent layoffs of hundreds of employees. A special legislative session begins August 29, coinciding with Labor Day weekend, when...

Another Pacific Northwest City Bans Sleeping In Public Spaces

After the Supreme Court upheld camping bans, Camas expands its ordinance, citing sanitation and safety, while advocates warn of worsening homelessness amid limited shelter options.

Sue Kesey, Who Helped Put Springfield on the Map With Nancy’s Yogurt, Passes at 86

Springfield has lost one of its most beloved pioneers. Sue Kesey, co-founder of Springfield Creamery and the driving force behind the nationally loved Nancy’s Yogurt, has passed away at the age of 86. Sue and her husband Chuck were fresh out of Oregon State University in 1960 when they opened...

Portland Police Promise Faster Response Times if You Agree to Commit Crime Closer to the Station

PORTLAND, OR — In an effort to address skyrocketing 911 response times, the Portland Police Bureau announced today that residents can now shave hours off their wait by committing crimes within walking distance of a precinct. “Look, we’re stretched thin,” said a spokesperson while unlocking his...

One of the Tallest Douglas Firs on Earth, Oregon’s Doerner Fir, Still Burning Days After Fire

One of Oregon’s tallest and most storied trees, the Doerner Fir in Coos County, caught fire on Saturday, Aug. 16. Standing at 325 feet, the massive Douglas fir is among the tallest known in the world, and now firefighters are working around the clock to preserve it, according to a report from OPB....
No Tsunami Expected After 6.0 Earthquake Hits Off Oregon Coast

No Tsunami Expected After 6.0 Earthquake Hits Off Oregon Coast

BANDON, Ore. — Oregon’s southern coast experienced a sizable 6.0-magnitude earthquake on Wednesday afternoon. The quake struck at approximately 1:15 p.m., with its epicenter located about 170 miles west of Bandon and 250 miles west-southwest of Salem, according to...

Oregon Woman Reported Missing Located in Multnomah County

Oregon Woman Reported Missing Located in Multnomah County

JOHN DAY – After weeks of worry and searching, missing John Day resident Hannah Pereira has been located in Multnomah County, according to a statement from Grant County Sheriff Todd McKinley. Sheriff McKinley informed our team on October 26th that Pereira was found...

Oregon Realtor Tammy Pitkin Still Missing Two Years After Vanishing

Oregon Realtor Tammy Pitkin Still Missing Two Years After Vanishing

Two years have passed since Tammy Pitkin mysteriously vanished, and her family is still searching for answers. Airaka Laughlin-Bento, Tammy's sister, shared a somber message on the anniversary of her disappearance: “Two years ago today, Tammy was believed to be...

5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Oregon Coast

5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Oregon Coast

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck off the Oregon coast on Thursday evening, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The quake occurred at 4:58 p.m., approximately 75 miles west of Coos Bay. Earthquakes are not uncommon off the Oregon coast, as the...

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