FBI Says Four Men Arrested in Portland for Shining Laser at Border Patrol Helicopter Are Illegal Aliens
PORTLAND, Ore. — A routine night patrol over Portland skies turned dangerous last weekend when a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) helicopter was struck by a laser beam, temporarily threatening the safety of the pilot and crew. Federal officials say the laser originated from a Portland residence on the evening of September 27, 2025, while the helicopter was conducting law enforcement operations. The FBI Portland Division obtained a search warrant, and when agents raided the residence,...
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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.
Salem, Oregon Ranks Top 10 In USA Family Friendly Travel Destinations
Recently Yelp, known for reviews of restaurants, attractions and other businesses, compiled a list of America's top 10 family friendly destinations. The ten cities that made the cut were cities that...
Planning To Travel for The April 2024 Solar Eclipse? Extreme Warnings Abound For Tourists
If Oregon's 2017 total solar eclipse is any indication, travel to the eastern side of the U.S. to view April 2024's redux is going to be crazy. Quaint towns and remote areas across the U.S. are...
This Chocolate Café In Oregon Serves Hot Cocoa So Thick You Can Eat It With A Spoon
Hot chocolate so thick it's like eating pudding out of a cup. If that didn't make your mouth start to water, maybe the thought of 40 different flavors of chocolate truffles, rich chocolate mochas,...
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!
Tillamook Creamery is Unveiling a New Chocolate Ice Cream Collection Just In Time For Valentine’s Day
Exciting news for all the chocolate and ice cream lovers out there! The Tillamook County Creamery Association, known for America's rapidly growing family-sized ice cream brand, is introducing a...
Embrace the Warmth of Home Cooking in This Small Town Oregon Restaurant
Crafted with care and served with a smile, the tasty dishes found here are bound to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds.
This Fun Wine Shuttle Lets You Choose From 3 of the Finest Vineyards in the Willamette Valley
Let's talk about one of Oregon's lushest (no pun intended) landscapes—the Willamette Valley. It's a haven for anyone who appreciates a good glass of wine and the stories behind each vineyard. I...
Your Exquisite Oregon Wine And Waterfalls Day Trip Starts Here
Looking for a unique and fun day trip in Oregon? How about combining two of Oregon's most popular attractions? Exquisite waterfalls and some of the finest wine in the Beaver State make for an absolutely perfect day. Not only is Oregon known for beautiful countryside...
5 Awesome Reasons to Visit the Oregon Coast This Winter
People flock to the Oregon coast in the warmer months but often stay home in the winter, preferring to curl up with a good book instead of being outdoors. The Oregon coast is just as magical in the winter as it is in the summer though. Here are five reasons you should...
Oregon Man First Person to Cross Antarctica With No Assistance
A man from Portland, Oregon, has recently become the first person ever to traverse Antarctica on his own, with no assistance needed. 33-year-old Colin O'Brady even documented the whole mind blowing journey on his Instagram page, after finishing up Wednesday after 77...
Unveiling the Secrets of Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, Oregon
Beautiful and treacherous, scenic, and well worth the trip, Cape Kiwanda on the Oregon coast is a stunning place to add to your bucket list. From fishing to sandboarding, whale watching to hang gliding, the Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area has something for everyone....
Valley Of The Giants Is A Must See in Oregon
Moss covers the trail and hangs from the branches of trees that tower over you and disappear into the sky. You can't tell how tall the gigantic trees are until you see a fallen Douglas Fir or Western Hemlock laying across the trail. You really can't imagine what a 200...
Oregon Trail Camping is a Thing Now With New Covered Wagons
When headed out to camp, it's not just pitching a tent anymore and calling it good. Glamorous camping, also known as glamping, is the new buzz and has become hugely popular in the last few years. And in Oregon, from yurts to teepees, and now covered wagons, you have a...
The Devil’s Punchbowl Will Draw You In, But Damn is it Dangerous
The Oregon Coast is nothing short of magical. It's truly the one place I can get away and sort of reset. A place where I can clear my mind, and become centered again. Every chance I get, especially when temperatures are hitting triple digits in Oregon, I'm escaping to...
There’s a Gorgeous Sand Dollar Beach in Oregon And You Must Go
Depending on where you are along the Pacific Ocean, from Alaska to Baja California, you will come across beautiful sand dollars. It's officially known as the Dendraster Excentricus and is a member of the order Clypeasteroida. This species of flattened burrowing sea...
Bend Will Soon Be Home to the Last Blockbuster on Earth
Do you dream of the '90s? If so, next time you're in Bend you may want to reminisce a bit and check out Blockbuster video. That's right, in case you didn't know, miraculously there were still a few Blockbusters in business. In fact, just over a year ago I personally...
10 Best Crater Lake Hikes in Oregon in 2023
Crater Lake is the blue gem of the Oregon Cascades. People travel worldwide to see Crater Lake in all its shining blue glory, but not many realize how many awesome hiking trails are nearby, both inside and outside of the park. These trails won't disappoint and are the...