Gresham Woman Shot While Helping Stranger Outside Bar, Doctors Unsure If She’ll Walk Again
As reported by FOX 12 Oregon, a 30-year-old Gresham woman may never walk again after being shot while trying to help a stranger who was being attacked outside a bar early Sunday morning. Myranda Rice, a mother of two young girls, remains hospitalized after being struck by a bullet that passed through her stomach and into her spine while she attempted to break up a fight outside the Division Sports Pub around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday. The injury left her paralyzed. “She lost a kidney, so she’s...
TRAVEL
Oregon is a beautiful destination for travelers who enjoy exploring the great outdoors. With its diverse landscape of mountains, forests, waterfalls, and coastline, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Oregon Officials Say Flat Fire Was Not a Homeless Camp But Many Remain Skeptical
The Flat Fire, which has already burned 23,000 acres of forestland and destroyed multiple homes near Sisters, Oregon, has become more than a natural disaster. It is now the subject of a fierce...
Thousands Flock to the Oregon Coast for This Festival Where the Beach Turns Into a Canvas of Colorful Kites
Each September, the Oregon Coast explodes with color as giant kites take to the skies above Lincoln City. From September 19–21, 2025, families, artists, and dreamers alike will gather at the D River...
Killer Burger Opens New Location in Bend, Bringing Its Iconic Peanut Butter Pickle Bacon Burger to Central Oregon
Bend, Ore. — The wait is over for burger fans in Central Oregon. According to a report from KTVZ, Killer Burger has officially opened its doors in Bend, marking the chain’s latest expansion across...
FOOD & DRINK
Explore Oregon’s food and drink scene – from locally sourced ingredients to craft brews and award-winning wines. Plan your culinary adventure now!
The Mouthwatering BBQ Spot Where Animal House Was Filmed And Brisket Is King
Savor slow-smoked brisket, ribs, and pulled pork at Rattlesnake BBQ in Oregon, where bold flavors, house-made sauces, and hearty sides create a mouthwatering BBQ experience worth the drive.
McMenamins Now Serving THC Infused Seltzers at Oregon Locations Just in Time to Honor Jerry Garcia
McMenamins is turning up the vibes and the cannabinoids this August with the launch of two brand new THC infused seltzers, available now at their Oregon locations. The legendary Pacific Northwest...
You Haven’t Truly Eaten Until You’ve Tried This Legendary Family-Style Steakhouse in Oregon
Savor bold flavors and premium ranch-sourced meats at RBC Steakhouse in Bend, where high-end dining meets sustainability and standout service.
Oregon’s $20 Paddle Fee Could Be Sunk By Voter Revolt
Starting in 2026, even a small kayak or paddleboard will need a $20 annual permit to legally hit the water.
Scientists Baffled By Old Boat Guy’s Heat Wave Popularity Spike
PORTLAND, Ore. — As Oregon heads into another triple-digit heat wave, scientists say they are mystified by a seasonal phenomenon known only as Old Boat Guy’s Popularity Spike. According to local marina records, the silver-haired man whose first name no one can agree...
Level 3 ‘Go Now’ Evacuation Issued East of Oakridge as Wildfire Closes Highway 58
Lane County officials have issued a Level 3 “Go Now” evacuation order for residents along Roberts Ranch Road and Dunning Road near Highway 58, just east of Oakridge. The alert went out on Wednesday, August 7, after a wildfire moved dangerously close to homes in the...
Oregon Woman Missing Since July 8, Last Seen Possibly Near Washington-Canada Border
ONTARIO, Ore. – The family of 39-year-old Skye Thiel is desperately searching for answers after she vanished in early July, and Ontario police have now launched an official missing person investigation. According to the Ontario Police Department, the last confirmed...
Trail Trouble at Crater Lake as Only Path to the Water Closes for Three Summers
Crater Lake’s only trail to the water is closing in 2026. Here’s what’s happening, how long the closure will last, and what it means for your next trip.
Oregonians Tired of Complaining About Heat, Anxiously Await Return of Rain and Existential Dread
PORTLAND, OR — After enduring what locals are calling “three straight months of Satan’s armpit,” Oregonians are now counting the days until the sun finally gives up and the state can return to its natural climate of damp misery, seasonal depression, and awkward coffee...
Fed-Up Oregonians Join Movement to Remove Tina Kotek From Office
LA PINE, Ore. — A recall campaign against Oregon Governor Tina Kotek is officially underway, and for many frustrated Oregonians, it couldn’t come soon enough. William Minnix, a disabled veteran from La Pine, filed a petition on July 28 to recall the Democratic...
Accused Serial Killer Jesse Calhoun Indicted for Murder of Fourth Oregon Woman
Two years after 22-year-old Kristin Smith’s body was discovered in a wooded area of Southeast Portland, her family is one step closer to justice. On Tuesday, Multnomah County prosecutors announced that Jesse Lee Calhoun, already accused in three other deaths, has now...
Trump Administration Targets Oregon Cities and Counties in Sanctuary Jurisdiction Crackdown
In a renewed push to enforce federal immigration laws, the Trump administration has named multiple Oregon jurisdictions as part of a nationwide list of so-called “sanctuary” areas. On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released an updated list of 35...
Convicted Sex Offender Arrested After Kidnapping 11-Year-Old Autistic Girl, Offering Her Meth Near Salem Park
SALEM, Ore. — Every parent’s worst nightmare became a horrifying reality Tuesday night in Salem, and it’s the kind of story that should make every Oregonian furious. Just after 5 p.m., the parents of an 11-year-old autistic girl reported her missing from their...