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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.

REPORT: Everything’s Fine, Experts Assure Public This Is All Totally Normal

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As grocery prices soar, infrastructure crumbles, artificial intelligence begins writing its own manifestos, and World War 3 quietly warms up in the background, officials are reassuring Americans there’s absolutely nothing to worry about. “Relax, babe—we’ve totally got this,”...

The Oregon Country Fair Celebrates 56 Years of Magic in the Woods This Weekend

For one weekend every July, a quiet stretch of forest outside Eugene transforms into something straight out of a dream. The air fills with music and laughter, the trails come alive with costumed performers, and everywhere you turn there’s a little bit of magic. This is the Oregon Country Fair, and...

Kotek’s New Law Says Tied-Together Inner Tubes Are Boats, Floating Without a Permit Could Get You Fined

PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV) – You’d be forgiven for thinking this was satire, but it’s not: Starting January 1, 2026, Oregon will require a Water Access Permit for all boats on state waterways — and yes, even something as harmless as two inner tubes tied together will now officially count as a “boat.”...

Trump Released the List, But It Wasn’t the List, Since There’s No List, Except for the List That Isn’t a List

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a press briefing that left the nation more confused than ever, President Donald Trump assured Americans that the Epstein client list was released, except it wasn’t really the list, because there is no list, apart from the list that isn’t technically a list. “We released the...

Kotek Announces ODOT Layoffs, Warns Homeless Camp Cleanups and Fire Prevention Will Be Delayed

The Oregon Department of Transportation has begun issuing layoff notices to nearly 500 employees after lawmakers failed to pass a funding bill before the 2025 legislative session adjourned, Gov. Tina Kotek announced Monday. According to Kotek’s office, 483 employees—ranging from road maintenance...
Wolverine’s Surprise Return Sparks Wonder in Oregon

Wolverine’s Surprise Return Sparks Wonder in Oregon

This wolverine was spotted running around Barlow today. https://t.co/7il4xA4TON pic.twitter.com/4JphRtwplG— FOX 12 Oregon (@fox12oregon) February 26, 2024 In the quaint city of Barlow, nestled along the bustling Oregon 99, an unexpected visitor has made an...

Snow Coming to Oregon Next Week, So Get Your Sun Fix While You Can

Snow Coming to Oregon Next Week, So Get Your Sun Fix While You Can

According to the Statesman Journal, this week we should take advantage of Oregon's sunny days while they last. Next week, the mild spring weather will give way to chilly rainfall and potential snow flurries in the Willamette Valley, with the mountains expecting...

Oregon Senate Fails to Pass Bill to Eliminate Daylight Saving Time

Oregon Senate Fails to Pass Bill to Eliminate Daylight Saving Time

Oregon's latest legislative showdown has left many of us scratching our heads, and frankly, a bit miffed. The stage was set for Oregon to lead the West Coast into a new era, free from the hassle of flipping our clocks back and forth. Yet, in a moment that can only be...

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